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$335+ Cheap flights from Zurich (ZRH) to California

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ZRH — LAX
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
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Round-trip from

$558
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$335
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$721

Good round-trip deal

$630 or less

Good one-way deal

$622 or less
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Cheapest flights from Zurich to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Zurich to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/511:05 amZRH - SJC
2 stops19h 20mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/243:53 pmSJC - ZRH
2 stops34h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$558
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/161:25 pmZRH - SFO
1 stop17h 12mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/42:00 pmSFO - ZRH
Nonstop11h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$566
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/81:25 pmZRH - SFO
1 stop35h 03mAir Canada
Wed 9/1711:50 amSFO - ZRH
2 stops23h 05mAir Canada
Deal found 3/27$567
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/87:15 amZRH - SFO
2 stops23h 42mAmerican Airlines
Thu 9/186:27 amSFO - ZRH
1 stop17h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$568
This Flysmarter deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Flysmarter is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/31:10 pmZRH - SFO
Nonstop12h 00mSWISS
Sat 5/102:00 pmSFO - ZRH
Nonstop11h 20mSWISS
Deal found 3/27$569
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/167:15 amZRH - SFO
2 stops27h 07mLufthansa
Wed 4/231:00 pmSFO - ZRH
2 stops18h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 3/27$574
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/2610:35 amZRH - SFO
1 stop15h 40mBritish Airways
Tue 6/34:35 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop17h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 3/27$578
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/181:25 pmZRH - SFO
2 stops20h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/288:30 amSFO - ZRH
2 stops18h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$586
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/111:25 pmZRH - ONT
2 stops32h 13mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/186:08 amONT - ZRH
2 stops20h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$588
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/177:00 amZRH - SFO
1 stop13h 45mDelta
Thu 4/241:40 pmSFO - ZRH
2 stops19h 55mDelta
Deal found 3/27$589
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/188:25 pmZRH - SFO
1 stop29h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Sun 11/24:40 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop18h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 3/27$599
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/2811:20 amZRH - LAS
2 stops16h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/28:25 pmLAS - ZRH
1 stop17h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$601

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Zurich to California that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Zurich to California that are best for you.

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Zurich

Fly to

California

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Return

Price

ZurichSan Jose

ZRH - SJC

ZRHSJC

Zurich

Mon 5/5

11:05 am-9:25 pm

2 stops19h 20m

San Jose

Sat 5/24

3:53 pm-10:55 am

2 stops34h 02m

$558

ZurichSan Francisco

ZRH - SFO

ZRHSFO

Zurich

Wed 4/16

1:25 pm-9:37 pm

1 stop17h 12m

San Francisco

Sun 5/4

2:00 pm-10:20 am

Nonstop11h 20m

$566

ZurichSan Francisco

ZRH - SFO

ZRHSFO

Zurich

Mon 9/8

1:25 pm-10:28 am

1 stop30h 03m

San Francisco

Tue 9/16

8:30 am-2:50 pm

2 stops21h 20m

$567

ZurichSan Francisco

ZRH - SFO

ZRHSFO

Zurich

Mon 9/8

7:15 am-9:57 pm

2 stops23h 42m

San Francisco

Thu 9/18

6:27 am-8:50 am

1 stop17h 23m

$568

ZurichSan Francisco

ZRH - SFO

ZRHSFO

Zurich

Sat 5/3

1:10 pm-4:10 pm

Nonstop12h 00m

San Francisco

Sat 5/10

2:00 pm-10:20 am

Nonstop11h 20m

$569

ZurichSan Francisco

ZRH - SFO

ZRHSFO

Zurich

Wed 4/16

7:15 am-1:22 am

2 stops27h 07m

San Francisco

Wed 4/23

1:00 pm-4:10 pm

2 stops18h 10m

$574

ZurichSan Francisco

ZRH - SFO

ZRHSFO

Zurich

Mon 5/26

9:45 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop25h 05m

San Francisco

Sun 6/8

4:35 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop20h 50m

$578

ZurichSan Francisco

ZRH - SFO

ZRHSFO

Zurich

Fri 4/18

1:25 pm-12:25 am

2 stops20h 00m

San Francisco

Mon 4/28

8:30 am-11:40 am

2 stops18h 10m

$586

ZurichOntario

ZRH - ONT

ZRHONT

Zurich

Sun 5/11

1:25 pm-12:38 pm

2 stops32h 13m

Ontario

Sun 5/18

6:08 am-11:40 am

2 stops20h 32m

$588

ZurichSan Francisco

ZRH - SFO

ZRHSFO

Zurich

Thu 4/17

7:00 am-11:45 am

1 stop13h 45m

San Francisco

Thu 4/24

1:40 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops19h 55m

$589

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Zurich to California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to California (average of $246). Flying from Zurich to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $330). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZRH to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Zurich to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 28, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Zurich to California as you normally would.

Rainfall in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to California. Reviews last updated March 28, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, KLM and LOT from Zurich to California. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,896 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,896 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,896 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
KLM
7.8
Good
1,321 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,896 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
LOT
7.6
Good
1,063 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,896 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,267 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,896 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Austrian Airlines
7.5
Good
769 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,896 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Zurich to California?

    Most people fly from Zurich (ZRH) if they book a flight from Zurich to California. Zurich is conveniently located just 5.9 mi from Zurich’s city center.

  • How popular is this Zurich to California flight route?

    Flights from Zurich to California have been viewed 1 times in the past calendar month.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Zurich to California one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $425 on Vueling. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include TAP AIR PORTUGAL from $448 and Scandinavian Airlines from $519 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Zurich to California?

    The most popular route from Zurich to California is Zurich - Los Angeles. You may also consider Zurich - San Francisco or Zurich - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Zurich to California?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Zurich to California? While on average our users pay $1,735, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $637. The most popular route (Zurich - Los Angeles), is priced around $503.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Zurich to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Zurich to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Zurich to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Zurich to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Zurich to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Zurich to California by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Zurich to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to California (average of $246). Flying from Zurich to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $330). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 8 airlines flying from Zurich to California

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Zurich to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Aer LingusCheapest$406Average$667FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$494Average$781FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$502Average$696FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$513Average$687FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
ITA AirwaysCheapest$568Average$589FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
American AirlinesCheapest$586Average$766FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$597Average$772FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SWISSCheapest$611Average$853FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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