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$609+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) 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 7/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — ZRH
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Tue 4/22
Tue 4/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Zurich are usually found in November or February, booked 37 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Sunday and return on a Tuesday

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Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$842
(KLM)

One-way from

$640
(FlightHub)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$919

Good round-trip deal

$956 or less

Good one-way deal

$778 or less
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Cheapest flights from San José to Zurich
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to Zurich. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 17, 2025.

This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Mon 5/267:40 pmSJO - ZRH
2 stops18h 45mKLM
Fri 6/137:00 amZRH - SJO
2 stops18h 25mKLM
Deal found 4/17$842
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 5/288:00 amSJO - ZRH
1 stop18h 20mAir Canada
Fri 6/1312:40 pmZRH - SJO
1 stop15h 45mAir Canada
Deal found 4/17$845
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Mon 9/297:25 pmSJO - ZRH
1 stop15h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/212:20 pmZRH - SJO
2 stops29h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16$859
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/137:25 pmSJO - ZRH
1 stop15h 10mAir France
Thu 10/232:50 pmZRH - SJO
1 stop34h 20mAir France
Deal found 4/17$869
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Thu 5/157:55 amSJO - ZRH
2 stops42h 25mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/21:15 pmZRH - SJO
2 stops28h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/17$889
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Fri 9/263:25 pmSJO - ZRH
Nonstop11h 10mSWISS
Wed 10/89:05 amZRH - SJO
Nonstop12h 05mSWISS
Deal found 4/17$892
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/277:25 pmSJO - ZRH
1 stop15h 50mLufthansa
Thu 6/126:55 amZRH - SJO
1 stop18h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 4/17$914
This Iberia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Iberia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/34:30 pmSJO - ZRH
1 stop21h 50mIberia
Tue 6/177:30 amZRH - SJO
1 stop15h 05mIberia
Deal found 4/17$990

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San José 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 April 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San José to Zurich that are best for you.

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San JoséZurich

SJO - ZRH

SJOZRH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/26

7:40 pm-10:25 pm

2 stops18h 45m

Zurich

Thu 6/12

7:25 pm-5:25 pm

2 stops30h 00m

$842

San JoséZurich

SJO - ZRH

SJOZRH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/28

8:00 am-10:20 am

1 stop18h 20m

Zurich

Fri 6/13

12:40 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop15h 45m

$845

San JoséZurich

SJO - ZRH

SJOZRH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/29

7:25 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop15h 10m

Zurich

Tue 10/21

2:20 pm-11:48 am

2 stops29h 28m

$859

San JoséZurich

SJO - ZRH

SJOZRH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 10/13

7:25 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop15h 10m

Zurich

Thu 10/23

2:50 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop34h 20m

$869

San JoséZurich

SJO - ZRH

SJOZRH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/15

7:55 am-10:20 am

2 stops42h 25m

Zurich

Mon 6/2

1:35 pm-7:15 am

1 stop25h 40m

$889

San JoséZurich

SJO - ZRH

SJOZRH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 9/26

3:25 pm-10:35 am

Nonstop11h 10m

Zurich

Wed 10/8

9:05 am-1:10 pm

Nonstop12h 05m

$892

San JoséZurich

SJO - ZRH

SJOZRH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 5/27

7:25 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop15h 50m

Zurich

Thu 6/12

6:55 am-5:35 pm

1 stop18h 40m

$914

San JoséZurich

SJO - ZRH

SJOZRH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 6/3

4:30 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop21h 50m

Zurich

Tue 6/17

7:30 am-2:35 pm

1 stop15h 05m

$990

San JoséZurich

SJO - ZRH

SJOZRH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 7/19

7:45 pm-10:10 am

1 stop30h 25m

$609

San JoséZurich

SJO - ZRH

SJOZRH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/19

2:29 pm-5:10 pm

2 stops18h 41m

$640

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Compare providers for flights from San José to Zurich

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 José to Zurich in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 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 José, San José Province-Zurich flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on San José, San José Province-Zurich flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San José, San José Province-Zurich flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San José, San José Province-Zurich flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 José, San José Province-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 José to Zurich

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Zurich from San José with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San José to Zurich

How far ahead should I book a flight from San José, San José Province to Zurich?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San José to Zurich. Price data was last updated on April 11, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San José, San José Province to Zurich is 37 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San José, San José Province to Zurich?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Zurich (average of $637). Flying from San José, San José Province 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 SJO to ZRH?

Find hourly flight availability from San José 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 April 17, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San José, San José Province to Zurich is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 34% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San José, San José Province to Zurich?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San José, San José Province to Zurich flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 April 17, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San José to Zurich, such as Delta, KLM and Air France. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Santiago,Apr 2024

ATL - JNB

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Santiago,Apr 2024

ATL - JNB

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,329 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Santiago,Apr 2024

ATL - JNB

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.
Air France
7.5
Good
1,435 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Santiago,Apr 2024

ATL - JNB

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,580 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Santiago,Apr 2024

ATL - JNB

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,667 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Santiago,Apr 2024

ATL - JNB

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San José to Zurich. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How popular is this San José, San José Province to Zurich flight route?

    Within the past month, 3 users have taken a look at flights from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Zurich.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San José, San José Province to Zurich round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San José, San José Province to Zurich round-trip from $842. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air Canada, from $845, and Air France, from $875. KLM is currently priced 11% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San José, San José Province to Zurich one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $640 on Air Europa. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air France from $645 and KLM from $678 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San José, San José Province to Zurich?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from San José, San José Province to Zurich are Edelweiss Air (50%), SWISS (50%) and Lufthansa (50%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San José, San José Province to Zurich?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $676. While the most popular route (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Zurich) can be booked for $861 on average our data indicates $1,023 when flying from San José, San José Province to Zurich.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José 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 José, San José Province to Zurich?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Zurich (average of $637). Flying from San José, San José Province 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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Top 8 airlines flying from San José to Zurich

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from San José 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 April 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$637Average$689FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
KLMCheapest$662Average$995FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SWISSCheapest$698Average$1,041FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
United AirlinesCheapest$718Average$966FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air FranceCheapest$720Average$1,109FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
AeromexicoCheapest$723Average$1,244FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
IberiaCheapest$781Average$966FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LufthansaCheapest$980Average$1,351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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