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$324+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Zurich (ZRH)

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 4/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — ZRH
Mar 8 — Mar 151
Sat 3/8
Sat 3/15
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from San Diego to Zurich are usually found in October or August, booked 66 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Zurich

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Zurich (ZRH). 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 March 3, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$586
(SWISS)

One-way from

$324
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$772
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Zurich
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Zurich. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 3, 2025.

This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
Tue 8/197:00 amSAN - ZRH
1 stop14h 10mSWISS
Wed 8/271:30 pmZRH - SAN
2 stops42h 07mSWISS
Deal found 3/2$586
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
Wed 9/177:15 amSAN - ZRH
2 stops19h 10mAir Canada
Wed 9/241:30 pmZRH - SAN
2 stops19h 45mAir Canada
Deal found 3/2$600
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
Wed 9/37:00 amSAN - ZRH
2 stops18h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/161:30 pmZRH - SAN
1 stop35h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/2$605
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/17:15 amSAN - ZRH
2 stops21h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Tue 4/810:20 amZRH - SAN
2 stops22h 27mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 3/3$606
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
Wed 9/34:40 pmSAN - ZRH
1 stop21h 05mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/1611:45 amZRH - SAN
1 stop18h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/2$607
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/278:35 amSAN - ZRH
1 stop17h 15mUnited Airlines
Wed 9/31:35 pmZRH - SAN
1 stop19h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/3$609
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/272:51 pmSAN - ZRH
2 stops18h 29mFinnair
Wed 9/37:05 pmZRH - SAN
2 stops37h 27mFinnair
Deal found 3/2$613
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
Tue 8/198:00 amSAN - ZRH
1 stop15h 05mDelta
Mon 8/2511:50 amZRH - SAN
1 stop33h 10mDelta
Deal found 3/2$620
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
Mon 9/12:51 pmSAN - ZRH
2 stops20h 09mBritish Airways
Mon 9/159:45 pmZRH - SAN
1 stop26h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 3/2$626
This Austrian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 Austrian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/197:00 amSAN - ZRH
2 stops40h 05mAustrian Airlines
Mon 8/253:05 pmZRH - SAN
2 stops35h 44mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 3/2$655
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 9/2310:23 amSAN - ZRH
2 stops18h 42mLufthansa
Mon 10/279:30 pmZRH - SAN
1 stop26h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 3/2$670
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/171:55 pmSAN - ZRH
1 stop17h 50mKLM
Thu 8/287:00 amZRH - SAN
2 stops19h 11mKLM
Deal found 3/2$846

Find flights from San Diego to Zurich within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Zurich 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 3, 2025.

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San Diego

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Zurich

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Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoZurich

SAN - ZRH

SANZRH

San Diego

Tue 8/19

7:00 am-6:10 am

1 stop14h 10m

Zurich

Wed 8/27

1:30 pm-10:37 pm

2 stops42h 07m

$586

San DiegoZurich

SAN - ZRH

SANZRH

San Diego

Tue 8/19

12:45 pm-10:20 am

1 stop36h 35m

Zurich

Tue 8/26

1:35 pm-12:02 pm

2 stops31h 27m

$601

San DiegoZurich

SAN - ZRH

SANZRH

San Diego

Tue 4/1

7:15 am-1:20 pm

2 stops21h 05m

Zurich

Tue 4/8

10:20 am-11:47 pm

2 stops22h 27m

$606

San DiegoZurich

SAN - ZRH

SANZRH

San Diego

Wed 8/27

8:35 am-10:50 am

1 stop17h 15m

Zurich

Wed 9/3

1:35 pm-12:15 am

1 stop19h 40m

$609

San DiegoZurich

SAN - ZRH

SANZRH

San Diego

Wed 8/27

2:51 pm-6:20 pm

2 stops18h 29m

Zurich

Wed 9/3

7:05 pm-11:32 pm

2 stops37h 27m

$613

San DiegoZurich

SAN - ZRH

SANZRH

San Diego

Tue 8/19

8:00 am-8:05 am

1 stop15h 05m

Zurich

Mon 8/25

11:50 am-12:00 pm

1 stop33h 10m

$620

San DiegoZurich

SAN - ZRH

SANZRH

San Diego

Tue 8/19

7:00 am-8:05 am

2 stops40h 05m

Zurich

Mon 8/25

3:05 pm-5:49 pm

2 stops35h 44m

$655

San DiegoZurich

SAN - ZRH

SANZRH

San Diego

Mon 3/24

12:40 pm-10:25 am

1 stop13h 45m

Zurich

Mon 4/7

6:45 pm-6:56 pm

2 stops33h 11m

$656

San DiegoZurich

SAN - ZRH

SANZRH

San Diego

Mon 3/24

6:20 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop13h 50m

Zurich

Mon 3/31

9:05 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop27h 20m

$673

San DiegoZurich

SAN - ZRH

SANZRH

San Diego

Wed 4/2

7:50 pm-7:50 pm

1 stop15h 00m

Zurich

Wed 4/16

11:45 am-10:07 pm

1 stop19h 22m

$721

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Diego to Zurich in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Zurich flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Zurich flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Zurich flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Zurich flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Diego-Zurich flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Zurich

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Travel insights for flights from San Diego to Zurich

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to Zurich?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Zurich. Price data was last updated on February 28, 2025.

Booking 66 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Diego to Zurich. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Zurich (average of $637). Flying from San Diego to Zurich in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,296). 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 SAN to ZRH?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Zurich. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 3, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 28% on flights from San Diego to Zurich by exploring options for tickets at noon.

Rainfall in Zurich by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Zurich 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 Zurich when rainfall is around 2.5 in.

Temperature in Zurich by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Zurich, 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 Zurich

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Zurich. 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 Zurich. Reviews last updated March 3, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Diego to Zurich, such as Delta, KLM and Finnair. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,068 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,068 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,068 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

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

KLM
7.8
Good
1,323 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,068 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

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

Finnair
7.6
Good
1,271 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,068 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

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

Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
768 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,068 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

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

SWISS
7.5
Good
1,562 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,068 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

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 Diego to Zurich. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Diego to Zurich round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from San Diego to Zurich is SWISS. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $586 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Air Canada and Scandinavian Airlines, starting at $601 and $606 round-trip. SWISS is currently priced 32% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Diego to Zurich are Air Canada ($470), SWISS ($478), and Scandinavian Airlines ($480).

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Zurich?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego to Zurich 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 Diego to Zurich?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Zurich (average of $637). Flying from San Diego to Zurich in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,296). 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 San Diego to Zurich

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Zurich. 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 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$559Average$788FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$562Average$831FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air CanadaCheapest$579Average$1,170FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$597Average$810FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$597Average$905FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LufthansaCheapest$635Average$950FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
SWISSCheapest$646Average$951FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
DeltaCheapest$660Average$887FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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