Lucerne

$318+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Lucerne, Switzerland

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — ZRH
Nov 10 — Nov 171
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The best prices from San Francisco to Lucerne are usually found in February or January, booked 74 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday 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 November 5, 2024.

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Round-trip from

$664
(oojo)

One-way from

$318
(Kiwi.com)
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Best time to find cheap flights, 32% potential price drop
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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 November 5, 2024.

This TAP AIR PORTUGAL deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 TAP AIR PORTUGAL is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/134:35 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop15h 35mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Thu 1/166:00 pmZRH - SFO
1 stop29h 15mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 11/4$666
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 11/165:30 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop17h 10mScandinavian Airlines
Thu 1/1610:25 amZRH - SFO
1 stop14h 15mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 11/4$675
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/28:30 amSFO - ZRH
2 stops26h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/98:40 pmZRH - SFO
3 stops34h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$740
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Tue 12/311:10 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop39h 45mTurkish Airlines
Wed 1/1511:15 amZRH - SFO
1 stop38h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/4$751
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/298:25 amSFO - ZRH
2 stops19h 30mAir Canada
Tue 1/141:00 pmZRH - SFO
1 stop17h 42mAir Canada
Deal found 11/4$798
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 12/2910:40 amSFO - ZRH
1 stop15h 05mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/141:15 pmZRH - SFO
Nonstop12h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/4$812
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/712:00 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop14h 40mSWISS
Sat 11/99:10 amZRH - SFO
2 stops37h 05mSWISS
Deal found 11/3$892
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/125:20 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop17h 10mAer Lingus
Sun 1/128:10 pmZRH - SFO
1 stop28h 20mAer Lingus
Deal found 11/4$915
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Sun 12/291:50 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop14h 45mDelta
Tue 1/146:30 amZRH - SFO
2 stops18h 13mDelta
Deal found 11/4$933
This Icelandair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Icelandair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/119:00 amSFO - ZRH
2 stops18h 05mIcelandair
Tue 1/141:00 pmZRH - SFO
2 stops18h 11mIcelandair
Deal found 11/4$958
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Sat 12/282:40 pmSFO - ZRH
2 stops16h 45mAustrian Airlines
Sat 1/113:05 pmZRH - SFO
2 stops30h 30mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 11/4$1,012

Find flights from San Francisco to Lucerne within your budget

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 2,455,398 searches. Data last updated November 5, 2024.

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Fri 1/3

2:35 pm-9:50 am

3 stops58h 15m

$401

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Sun 11/10

5:30 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop17h 15m

$413

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Wed 1/22

4:35 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop15h 35m

$426

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SFOZRH

San Francisco

Tue 12/24

12:41 am-8:15 am

1 stop22h 34m

$562

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SFOZRH

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Fri 2/21

6:00 am-10:05 am

2 stops19h 05m

$603

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SFOZRH

San Francisco

Wed 12/25

10:15 am-6:35 pm

2 stops23h 20m

$626

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Fri 2/21

7:25 pm-3:30 pm

Nonstop11h 05m

$631

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Tue 12/24

12:59 am-10:25 am

2 stops24h 26m

$666

San FranciscoZurich

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SFOZRH

San Francisco

Thu 1/2

12:59 am-10:45 am

1 stop24h 46m

$810

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

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Thu 11/21

6:50 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop34h 05m

$1,176

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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 November 1, 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Lucerne, you should look to book at least 74 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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Lucerne (average of $614). Flying from San Francisco to Lucerne in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,306). 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 November 5, 2024.

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 November 3, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Lucerne flight should consider departing on Monday 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 November 5, 2024.

The most flights from SFO to LU9 are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 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 November 5, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from San Francisco to Lucerne, see what other customers have to say about Turkish Airlines, Air Canada and United Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.4
Very good
833 reviews

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew fantastic, seats are wide & entertainment good selection. My new favourite airlines and will look for opportunities to fly ANA in future.

8.4
Very good
833 reviews
8.4
Very good
833 reviews

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew fantastic, seats are wide & entertainment good selection. My new favourite airlines and will look for opportunities to fly ANA in future.

8.0
Very good
8,829 reviews
8.4
Very good
833 reviews

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew fantastic, seats are wide & entertainment good selection. My new favourite airlines and will look for opportunities to fly ANA in future.

7.6
Good
818 reviews
8.4
Very good
833 reviews

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew fantastic, seats are wide & entertainment good selection. My new favourite airlines and will look for opportunities to fly ANA in future.

7.6
Good
1,646 reviews
8.4
Very good
833 reviews

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew fantastic, seats are wide & entertainment good selection. My new favourite airlines and will look for opportunities to fly ANA in future.

7.4
Good
9,226 reviews
8.4
Very good
833 reviews

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew fantastic, seats are wide & entertainment good selection. My new favourite airlines and will look for opportunities to fly ANA in future.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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. 15 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 2 outbound flights to Lucerne per day.

  • Can I find flights from San Francisco to Lucerne for under $700 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Francisco to Lucerne for under $700. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Turkish Airlines for just $664, but on average you can expect to pay $811.

  • Are there nonstop flights from San Francisco to Lucerne for under $800 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 3 direct flights from San Francisco to Lucerne under $800. A good price for a nonstop flight from San Francisco to Lucerne is less than $1,098.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from San Francisco to Lucerne for under $700?

    There are currently 17+ open flights from San Francisco to Lucerne within the next 7 days for less than $700.

  • 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 Scandinavian Airlines ($413), TAP AIR PORTUGAL ($426), and Turkish Airlines ($534).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to Lucerne?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from San Francisco to Lucerne consider choosing United Airlines (91%), SWISS (91%) or Air Canada (83%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $419. While the most popular route (San Francisco - Zurich) can be booked for $497 on average our data indicates $4,120 when flying from San Francisco to Lucerne.

  • What does SFO to ZRH mean?

    This is defined as San Francisco Airport (SFO) and Zurich Airport (ZRH). Codes like Zurich Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely. Basel EuroAirport Swiss (BSL), Mulhouse EuroAirport (MLH), Belp Airport (BRN), Lugano Airport (LUG), Thal St Gallen-Altenrhein Airport (ACH) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Lucerne that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San Francisco to Lucerne flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from San Francisco to Lucerne with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San Francisco to Lucerne flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Lucerne that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San Francisco to Lucerne offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from San Francisco to Lucerne?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San Francisco to Lucerne flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the San Francisco to Lucerne flight deals updated?

    The San Francisco to Lucerne flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 11/4.

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

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Lucerne (average of $614). Flying from San Francisco to Lucerne in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,306). 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 2,455,398 searches. Data last updated November 5, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
IberiaCheapest$425Average$909FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$451Average$661FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$487Average$994FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
KLMCheapest$491Average$988FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$504Average$790FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$526Average$1,167FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$534Average$747FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LufthansaCheapest$534Average$1,459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
British AirwaysCheapest$540Average$858FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
VuelingCheapest$549Average$1,016FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
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