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$295+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) 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 1/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — ZRH
Dec 7 — Dec 141
Sat 12/7
Sat 12/14
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from San Francisco to Zurich are usually found in February or November, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 December 2, 2024.

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FlightHub
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FlightHub
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$595
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Zurich
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Zurich. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 2, 2024.

This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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.
Thu 12/55:30 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop17h 15mScandinavian Airlines
Wed 12/118:25 pmZRH - SFO
1 stop28h 15mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 12/1$615
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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.
Thu 12/511:55 amSFO - ZRH
3 stops23h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/118:50 pmZRH - SFO
2 stops24h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1$702
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/24:40 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop15h 30mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 12/106:00 pmZRH - SFO
1 stop29h 40mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 12/2$755
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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.
Sun 12/86:50 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop37h 20mTurkish Airlines
Mon 12/166:45 amZRH - SFO
1 stop37h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 12/1$960
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/287:25 pmSFO - ZRH
Nonstop11h 05mSWISS
Sat 1/116:25 pmZRH - SFO
1 stop27h 50mSWISS
Deal found 12/1$1,062
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 12/308:15 amSFO - ZRH
1 stop14h 25mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/101:15 pmZRH - SFO
Nonstop12h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/1$1,137
This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 Flighttix is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/318:30 amSFO - ZRH
1 stop36h 45mAir Canada
Sat 1/1112:45 pmZRH - SFO
1 stop18h 06mAir Canada
Deal found 12/1$1,140
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/105:20 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop17h 10mAer Lingus
Fri 12/278:10 pmZRH - SFO
1 stop28h 20mAer Lingus
Deal found 12/2$1,146

Find flights from San Francisco to Zurich within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 2,650,959 searches. Data last updated December 2, 2024.

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San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Thu 2/13

5:30 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop17h 15m

Zurich

Mon 2/24

10:25 am-3:40 pm

1 stop14h 15m

$595

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Tue 1/21

1:10 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop39h 45m

Zurich

Tue 2/4

2:50 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop34h 55m

$608

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Mon 1/20

8:20 am-12:05 pm

2 stops18h 45m

Zurich

Tue 2/4

1:00 pm-10:11 pm

2 stops18h 11m

$612

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Tue 4/1

4:20 pm-2:55 pm

2 stops37h 35m

Zurich

Thu 5/1

3:40 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops31h 55m

$694

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Thu 5/1

4:30 pm-4:05 pm

1 stop14h 35m

Zurich

Thu 5/8

8:05 am-2:30 pm

1 stop15h 25m

$793

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Sat 1/18

2:39 pm-8:55 am

3 stops57h 16m

$295

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Tue 5/6

8:00 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop16h 20m

$410

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Sun 1/19

5:30 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop17h 15m

$412

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Fri 2/7

7:15 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop18h 20m

$463

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Tue 1/7

5:20 pm-10:20 am

1 stop32h 00m

$497

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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 Francisco to Zurich in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
KAYAKPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-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.

Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Zurich

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Zurich from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Zurich

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Zurich. Price data was last updated on November 22, 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Zurich, you should look to book at least 83 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 $1,301). 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?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 December 2, 2024.

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 42% versus a flight at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Zurich. Price data was last updated on November 24, 2024.

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.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Zurich

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Zurich. 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 December 2, 2024.

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

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 December 2, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Turkish Airlines, Scandinavian Airlines and TAP AIR PORTUGAL 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
8,698 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,698 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,698 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

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

SWISS
7.6
Good
1,628 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,698 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,141 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,698 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
3,924 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,698 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Ethiopian Air
7.3
Good
787 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,698 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

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

  • 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 05m for a nonstop flight. There is 1 flight from San Francisco to Zurich per day from 14 airlines.

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

    This flight path from San Francisco to Zurich was viewed by 33 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 Scandinavian Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Zurich, with prices starting at $595. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Turkish Airlines and TAP AIR PORTUGAL, with the lowest prices starting at $608 and $710, respectively. Scandinavian Airlines is currently priced 41% 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 Iberia, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $410. However, be on the lookout for offers from Scandinavian Airlines and TAP AIR PORTUGAL, as they are both options that can get you from San Francisco to Zurich for a low price.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from San Francisco to Zurich are United Airlines (94%), SWISS (94%) and Air Canada (92%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $3,962 for a flight from San Francisco to Zurich. The cheapest flight overall is $292 while the most popular route, (San Francisco - Zurich) is currently priced at $506.

  • 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 London. Copenhagen is the second most popular location for layovers on flights from San Francisco to Zurich.

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

    Most London visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Hyde Park, Piccadilly Circus, and Trafalgar Square. Hyde Park, Piccadilly Circus and Trafalgar Square are located about 12.5 mi, 14.1 mi, and 14.3 mi, respectively from London Heathrow if you are interested in checking them out. Those on a layover in London in need of a rental car can book one at London Heathrow for about $37.

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

    Tivoli, Kongens Nytorv, and Rådhuspladsen are the most popular attractions in Copenhagen if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Those on a layover in Copenhagen interested in visiting Tivoli, Kongens Nytorv, or Rådhuspladsen can do so by traveling 5.3 mi, 5.1 mi, and 5.2 mi, respectively from Kastrup Copenhagen. Those landing in Copenhagen looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $32 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. Istanbul 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 $1,301). 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 Zurich

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 2,650,959 searches. Data last updated December 2, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapest$491Average$920FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$504Average$815FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$521Average$788FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$526Average$1,091FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$534Average$721FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$547Average$878FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
VuelingCheapest$584Average$1,113FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$634Average$688FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
CondorCheapest$671Average$1,187FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
ITA AirwaysCheapest$673Average$818FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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