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$292+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Lucerne, Switzerland

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SFO — ZRH
ene. 26 — feb. 21
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The best prices from San Francisco to Lucerne are usually found in February or November, booked 66 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Lucerne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Lucerne (LU9). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated enero 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$589
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$292
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$842
From San Francisco to Lucerne
One-way flight from San Francisco to Lucerne
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 22% potential increase in price ($293 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($41 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025

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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Lucerne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Lucerne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on enero 21, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 2/245:30 pmSFO - ZRH
2 stops33h 40mScandinavian Airlines
vie. 3/1410:25 amZRH - SFO
1 stop14h 15mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 1/21$589
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 2/14:40 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop15h 30mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
mié. 2/126:10 amZRH - SFO
1 stop17h 30mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 1/19$630
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 2/41:10 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop19h 00mTurkish Airlines
jue. 2/132:45 pmZRH - SFO
1 stop29h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 1/19$648
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mar. 3/118:30 amSFO - ZRH
2 stops27h 35mMultiple Airlines
mar. 3/257:15 amZRH - SFO
2 stops22h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$683
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lun. 8/113:15 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop17h 40mITA Airways
dom. 8/246:45 pmZRH - SFO
1 stop27h 30mITA Airways
Deal found 1/20$700
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mar. 5/134:30 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop14h 30mCondor
dom. 5/188:05 amZRH - SFO
1 stop15h 25mCondor
Deal found 1/20$710

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Lucerne 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 enero 21, 2025.

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SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

lun. 2/24

5:30 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops33h 40m

Zurich

vie. 3/14

4:05 pm-4:40 pm

2 stops32h 35m

$589

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

vie. 5/9

4:30 pm-3:45 pm

1 stop14h 15m

Zurich

dom. 5/18

8:05 am-2:30 pm

1 stop15h 25m

$651

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

lun. 4/7

12:35 pm-5:15 pm

1 stop19h 40m

Zurich

mar. 4/15

3:00 pm-10:30 am

1 stop28h 30m

$652

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

mié. 2/12

8:30 am-8:40 pm

3 stops27h 10m

Zurich

jue. 2/20

9:25 pm-9:51 pm

3 stops33h 26m

$695

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

mié. 2/19

4:35 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops38h 00m

Zurich

sáb. 3/8

6:10 am-2:55 pm

1 stop17h 45m

$709

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

sáb. 3/8

12:27 am-10:20 am

2 stops24h 53m

Zurich

jue. 3/20

11:00 am-12:16 am

2 stops21h 16m

$845

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

jue. 2/6

2:40 pm-9:45 pm

3 stops22h 05m

Zurich

lun. 2/10

6:50 pm-6:45 pm

3 stops32h 55m

$878

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

mar. 5/6

2:18 pm-8:15 pm

2 stops44h 57m

$292

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

mar. 5/6

8:00 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop16h 20m

$409

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

mié. 3/5

4:35 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop15h 35m

$412

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Lucerne

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Lucerne

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Francisco to Lucerne including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Lucerne?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Lucerne. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Lucerne, you should look to book at least 66 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Lucerne?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Lucerne (average of $637). Flying from San Francisco to Lucerne in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,315). 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 SFO to LU9?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Lucerne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated enero 21, 2025.

When flying from San Francisco to Lucerne, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Lucerne?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Lucerne. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Lucerne flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Lucerne

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Lucerne. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated enero 21, 2025.

The most flights from SFO to LU9 are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in Lucerne by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Lucerne ranges from 2.5 - 5.0 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.0 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Lucerne when rainfall is around 2.5 in.

Temperature in Lucerne by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Lucerne, 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 66.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 32.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Lucerne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Lucerne. 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 Lucerne. Reviews last updated enero 21, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from San Francisco to Lucerne, see what other customers have to say about TAP AIR PORTUGAL, Turkish Airlines and Scandinavian Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

7.5
Good
1,600 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

7.4
Good
8,984 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

7.3
Good
3,931 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

7.3
Good
1,320 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Lucerne. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to Lucerne?

    San Francisco (SFO), located 11.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from San Francisco to Lucerne. 13 airlines have flights from San Francisco to Lucerne on a regular basis. Booking flights from San Francisco to Lucerne should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 1 outbound flight to Lucerne per day.

  • How popular is this San Francisco to Lucerne flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Lucerne one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Francisco to Lucerne are Iberia ($409), TAP AIR PORTUGAL ($412), and Scandinavian Airlines ($415).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Lucerne?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $291. While the most popular route (San Francisco - Zurich) can be booked for $520 on average our data indicates $3,893 when flying from San Francisco to Lucerne.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Lucerne that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Lucerne flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Lucerne?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Lucerne?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Lucerne 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 San Francisco to Lucerne?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Lucerne (average of $637). Flying from San Francisco to Lucerne in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,315). 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 10 airlines flying from San Francisco to Lucerne

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Lucerne. 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 enero 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$521Average$749FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$526Average$1,092FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$534Average$724FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$542Average$845FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$553Average$853FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$626Average$686FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
VuelingCheapest$651Average$1,113FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
ITA AirwaysCheapest$673Average$818FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
CondorCheapest$711Average$1,075FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$727Average$1,226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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