How popular is this San Francisco to Zurich flight route?

This flight path from San Francisco to Zurich was viewed by 38 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

Flying on Condor is currently your cheapest option to Zurich, with prices starting at $527. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Scandinavian Airlines and Turkish Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $564 and $685, respectively. Condor is currently priced 46% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

The cheapest airline one-way is Scandinavian Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $480. However, be on the lookout for offers from SWISS and Lufthansa, as they are both options that can get you from San Francisco to Zurich for a low price.

What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Zurich?

On average you can expect to pay $2,499 for a flight from San Francisco to Zurich. The cheapest flight overall is $474 while the most popular route, (San Francisco - Zurich) is currently priced at $534.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from San Francisco to Zurich?

The most popular airlines flying from San Francisco to Zurich are American Airlines, Air Canada and ITA Airways. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Francisco to Zurich?

Most of the time, San Francisco to Zurich flights that have layovers will stop in Copenhagen. Istanbul is the second most popular location for layovers on flights from San Francisco to Zurich. London follows Istanbul in terms of the most frequent layover location on San Francisco to Zurich flights.

Where are the least popular layover locations for San Francisco to Zurich flights?

San Francisco to Zurich flights have a layover in Lisbon least often. Frankfurt am Main sees the next fewest layovers on San Francisco to Zurich flights.

What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Copenhagen?

Most Copenhagen visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Tivoli, Kongens Nytorv, and Rådhuspladsen. Tivoli, Kongens Nytorv and Rådhuspladsen are located about 5.3 mi, 5.1 mi, and 5.2 mi, respectively from Kastrup Copenhagen if you are interested in checking them out. Those on a layover in Copenhagen in need of a rental car can book one at Kastrup Copenhagen for about $34.

What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Istanbul?

Taksim Square, Sultan Ahmet Camii, and Beyazit Meydani are the most popular attractions in Istanbul if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Those on a layover in Istanbul interested in visiting Taksim Square, Sultan Ahmet Camii, or Beyazit Meydani can do so by traveling 20.8 mi, 22.3 mi, and 21.7 mi, respectively from Istanbul. Those landing in Istanbul looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $28 per day.

What are points of interest worth seeing during a layover in London?

If you're on a layover in London and looking for things to do, consider visiting Hyde Park, Piccadilly Circus, or Buckingham Palace. Hyde Park, Piccadilly Circus, and Buckingham Palace can be visited by traveling about 12.5 mi, 14.1 mi, and 13.7 mi respectively from London Heathrow. Those landing in London looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $40 per day.

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Zurich?

Users have found that leaving on a Monday can be a cost-effective option. It’s possible to save up to 17% on your flight compared to booking on days when demand is much higher.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to Zurich?

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 60 days in advance to save up to 5% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 60 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from San Francisco to Zurich 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $837, or $837 for flights within the next 24 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Zurich?

The best pricing can be found in the month of February. Prices to Zurich from San Francisco average $994. You can even find prices in February for less than $994, as users have found deals to Zurich from as low as $522. The month of June appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Zurich from San Francisco. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 48%.

Most accurate provider : When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Zurich flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Zurich flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Zurich flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Most trusted provider : When it comes to deals on San Francisco-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 Francisco-Zurich flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

What airports do I use to fly from San Francisco to Zurich?

If you book a flight from San Francisco to Zurich, you will be flying from San Francisco to Zurich. Flights to Zurich (ZRH) from San Francisco (SFO) take 11h 00m for a nonstop flight. There is 1 flight from San Francisco to Zurich per day from 12 airlines.

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

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

How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Zurich?

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

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

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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.

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Mon 5/54:30 pmSFO - ZRH

1 stop14h 10mCondor

Thu 5/88:05 amZRH - SFO

1 stop15h 25mCondor

Deal found 4/4

$527

Mon 9/17:40 pmSFO - ZRH

1 stop15h 05mScandinavian Airlines

Mon 9/1510:20 amZRH - SFO

1 stop15h 10mScandinavian Airlines

Deal found 4/4

$536

Sun 5/46:00 amSFO - ZRH

2 stops24h 45mMultiple Airlines

Thu 5/88:05 amZRH - SFO

1 stop15h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 4/4

$600

Thu 4/246:45 pmSFO - ZRH

1 stop34h 20mTurkish Airlines

Thu 5/810:45 amZRH - SFO

1 stop38h 55mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 4/3

$685

Sat 5/178:00 pmSFO - ZRH

1 stop27h 55mVueling

Wed 6/189:40 pmZRH - SFO

1 stop29h 20mVueling

Deal found 4/3

$695

Best flights from San Francisco to Zurich
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San Francisco to Zurich that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated April 4, 2025.

Mon 5/54:30 pmSFO - ZRH

1 stop14h 10mCondor

Thu 5/88:05 amZRH - SFO

1 stop15h 25mCondor

Deal found 4/4

$527

Mon 4/147:40 pmSFO - ZRH

1 stop15h 05mScandinavian Airlines

Thu 4/2410:20 amZRH - SFO

1 stop15h 10mScandinavian Airlines

Deal found 4/3

$564

Mon 5/54:30 pmSFO - ZRH

1 stop14h 10mMultiple Airlines

Fri 5/98:05 amZRH - SFO

2 stops24h 29mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 4/4

$590

Thu 4/246:45 pmSFO - ZRH

1 stop34h 20mTurkish Airlines

Thu 5/810:45 amZRH - SFO

1 stop38h 55mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 4/3

$685

Sat 5/178:00 pmSFO - ZRH

1 stop27h 55mVueling

Wed 6/189:40 pmZRH - SFO

1 stop29h 20mVueling

Deal found 4/3

$695

Last-minute flights from San Francisco to Zurich
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Wed 4/91:17 pmSFO - ZRH

2 stops35h 13mBritish Airways

Sun 4/207:40 pmZRH - SFO

2 stops30h 46mBritish Airways

Deal found 4/2

$3,155

Wed 4/96:45 pmSFO - ZRH

1 stop29h 40mTurkish Airlines

Sun 4/206:35 pmZRH - SFO

1 stop31h 05mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 4/3

$4,895

Thu 4/104:20 pmSFO - ZRH

1 stop20h 40mTAP AIR PORTUGAL

Sun 4/206:10 amZRH - SFO

2 stops27h 13mTAP AIR PORTUGAL

Deal found 4/4

$7,185

Fri 4/119:01 pmSFO - ZRH

4 stops50h 19mEthiopian Air

Sun 4/209:00 pmZRH - SFO

4 stops51h 41mEthiopian Air

Deal found 4/3

$2,778

Sat 4/125:45 pmSFO - ZRH

1 stop31h 50mAer Lingus

Sun 4/278:50 pmZRH - SFO

1 stop28h 05mAer Lingus

Deal found 4/3

$1,082

Sat 4/1210:45 amSFO - ZRH

2 stops19h 50mCondor

Sat 4/198:05 amZRH - SFO

2 stops20h 04mCondor

Deal found 4/3

$1,232

Sat 4/127:30 pmSFO - ZRH

Nonstop11h 10mUnited Airlines

Sat 4/191:10 pmZRH - SFO

Nonstop12h 00mUnited Airlines

Deal found 4/4

$2,385

Sun 4/1312:20 amSFO - ZRH

1 stop45h 50mCathay Pacific

Thu 4/241:30 pmZRH - SFO

1 stop42h 10mCathay Pacific

Deal found 4/3

$11,458

Sun 4/131:45 amSFO - ZRH

2 stops34h 40mANA

Thu 4/247:15 amZRH - SFO

2 stops36h 35mANA

Deal found 4/3

$16,708

Mon 4/147:40 pmSFO - ZRH

1 stop15h 05mScandinavian Airlines

Thu 4/2410:20 amZRH - SFO

1 stop15h 10mScandinavian Airlines

Deal found 4/3

$564

Mon 4/149:20 amSFO - ZRH

2 stops21h 20mMultiple Airlines

Thu 4/248:05 amZRH - SFO

2 stops21h 08mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 4/3

$770

Mon 4/147:40 pmSFO - ZRH

1 stop15h 15mSWISS

Thu 4/241:10 pmZRH - SFO

Nonstop12h 00mSWISS

Deal found 4/3

$960

One-way flights from San Francisco to Zurich
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Mon 5/199:25 amSFO - ZRH

3 stops52h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 4/4

$467

Mon 5/197:40 pmSFO - ZRH

1 stop15h 05mScandinavian Airlines

Deal found 4/4

$480

Wed 4/307:30 pmSFO - ZRH

Nonstop11h 20mSWISS

Deal found 4/3

$558

Mon 4/79:05 pmSFO - ZRH

1 stop15h 45mLufthansa

Deal found 4/4

$561

Mon 5/1211:49 pmSFO - ZRH

2 stops25h 46mAer Lingus

Deal found 4/3

$563

Wed 6/116:00 amSFO - ZRH

2 stops22h 05mIcelandair

Deal found 4/3

$702

Wed 4/2312:55 pmSFO - ZRH

1 stop13h 45mUnited Airlines

Deal found 4/3

$716

Wed 6/116:05 pmSFO - ZRH

2 stops39h 30mWestJet

Deal found 4/4

$754

Tue 6/38:00 pmSFO - ZRH

1 stop27h 55mIberia

Deal found 4/4

$765

Fri 5/304:30 pmSFO - ZRH

1 stop14h 10mCondor

Deal found 4/3

$871

Fri 5/304:50 pmSFO - ZRH

1 stop15h 25mTAP AIR PORTUGAL

Deal found 4/4

$921

Fri 6/1312:40 pmSFO - ZRH

1 stop19h 35mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 4/3

$1,135

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Mon 5/5

4:30 pm-3:40 pm

1 stop14h 10m

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Thu 5/8

8:05 am-2:30 pm

1 stop15h 25m

$527

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Mon 4/14

7:40 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop15h 05m

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Thu 4/24

10:20 am-4:30 pm

1 stop15h 10m

$564

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Mon 5/5

4:30 pm-3:40 pm

1 stop14h 10m

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Fri 5/9

8:05 am-11:34 pm

2 stops24h 29m

$590

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San Francisco

Thu 4/24

6:45 pm-2:05 pm

1 stop34h 20m

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Thu 5/8

10:45 am-4:40 pm

1 stop38h 55m

$685

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SFO - ZRH

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San Francisco

Sat 5/17

8:00 pm-8:55 am

1 stop27h 55m

Zurich

Wed 6/18

9:40 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop29h 20m

$695

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Mon 5/19

9:25 am-10:35 pm

3 stops52h 10m

$467

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Mon 5/19

7:40 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop15h 05m

$480

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Wed 4/30

7:30 pm-3:50 pm

Nonstop11h 20m

$558

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Mon 4/7

9:05 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop15h 45m

$561

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Mon 5/12

11:49 pm-10:35 am

2 stops25h 46m

$563

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Provider	Price Accuracy	Trust Score*
Expedia	Price Accuracy1 star	Trust Score*3 stars
AranGrant	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*1 star
FlightHub	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
eDreams	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
Cheapfaremart	Price Accuracy-	Trust Score*3 stars
Gotogate	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
SmartFares	Price Accuracy1 star	Trust 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 Francisco-Zurich flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Zurich flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Zurich flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-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 Francisco-Zurich flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

The best insider tips for San Francisco to Zurich flights

Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your San Francisco to Zurich trip

Airports

SFO

Save time by using the AirTrain Red Line to quickly navigate between terminals at SFO.

ZRH

For a quick city transfer, take the SBB train from ZRH to Zürich HB, departing every 10 minutes.

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Zurich

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Zurich

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Zurich, you should look to book at least 59 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 Zurich?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Zurich (average of $637). Flying from San Francisco to Zurich in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,274). 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 ZRH?

When flying from San Francisco to Zurich, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 44% versus a flight at noon.

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Zurich 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.

Rainfall in Zurich 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

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 a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, SWISS and United Airlines from San Francisco to Zurich by reading reviews from past customers. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,899 reviews

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

7,899 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,899 reviews

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

1,574 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,899 reviews

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.

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,618 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,899 reviews

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.

Turkish Airlines

7.3

Good

3,751 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,899 reviews

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.

Scandinavian Airlines

7.3

Good

1,328 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,899 reviews

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

What airports do I use to fly from San Francisco to Zurich?
If you book a flight from San Francisco to Zurich, you will be flying from San Francisco to Zurich. Flights to Zurich (ZRH) from San Francisco (SFO) take 11h 00m for a nonstop flight. There is 1 flight from San Francisco to Zurich per day from 12 airlines.
How popular is this San Francisco to Zurich flight route?
This flight path from San Francisco to Zurich was viewed by 38 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Zurich round-trip?
Flying on Condor is currently your cheapest option to Zurich, with prices starting at $527. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Scandinavian Airlines and Turkish Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $564 and $685, respectively. Condor is currently priced 46% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Zurich one-way?
The cheapest airline one-way is Scandinavian Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $480. However, be on the lookout for offers from SWISS and Lufthansa, as they are both options that can get you from San Francisco to Zurich for a low price.
What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Zurich?
On average you can expect to pay $2,499 for a flight from San Francisco to Zurich. The cheapest flight overall is $474 while the most popular route, (San Francisco - Zurich) is currently priced at $534.
Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Francisco to Zurich?
Most of the time, San Francisco to Zurich flights that have layovers will stop in Copenhagen. Istanbul is the second most popular location for layovers on flights from San Francisco to Zurich. London follows Istanbul in terms of the most frequent layover location on San Francisco to Zurich flights.
What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Copenhagen?
Most Copenhagen visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Tivoli, Kongens Nytorv, and Rådhuspladsen. Tivoli, Kongens Nytorv and Rådhuspladsen are located about 5.3 mi, 5.1 mi, and 5.2 mi, respectively from Kastrup Copenhagen if you are interested in checking them out. Those on a layover in Copenhagen in need of a rental car can book one at Kastrup Copenhagen for about $34.
What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Istanbul?
Taksim Square, Sultan Ahmet Camii, and Beyazit Meydani are the most popular attractions in Istanbul if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Those on a layover in Istanbul interested in visiting Taksim Square, Sultan Ahmet Camii, or Beyazit Meydani can do so by traveling 20.8 mi, 22.3 mi, and 21.7 mi, respectively from Istanbul. Those landing in Istanbul looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $28 per day.
What are points of interest worth seeing during a layover in London?
If you're on a layover in London and looking for things to do, consider visiting Hyde Park, Piccadilly Circus, or Buckingham Palace. Hyde Park, Piccadilly Circus, and Buckingham Palace can be visited by traveling about 12.5 mi, 14.1 mi, and 13.7 mi respectively from London Heathrow. Those landing in London looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $40 per day.
Where are the least popular layover locations for San Francisco to Zurich flights?
San Francisco to Zurich flights have a layover in Lisbon least often. Frankfurt am Main sees the next fewest layovers on San Francisco to Zurich flights.
Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Zurich that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Zurich flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Zurich?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to Zurich.
Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Zurich?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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 Francisco to Zurich?
Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Zurich (average of $637). Flying from San Francisco to Zurich in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,274). 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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Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
American Airlines	Cheapest$358	Average$678	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
British Airways	Cheapest$404	Average$676	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%
TAP AIR PORTUGAL	Cheapest$515	Average$886	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
Delta	Cheapest$526	Average$1,114	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
Scandinavian Airlines	Cheapest$528	Average$711	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%
Condor	Cheapest$590	Average$1,063	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%
Turkish Airlines	Cheapest$609	Average$684	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%
Vueling	Cheapest$651	Average$1,113	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time88%
ITA Airways	Cheapest$673	Average$800	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time81%
SWISS	Cheapest$773	Average$1,237	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time79%

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