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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Zurich from $313

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Cheap round-trip flights

KAYAK's recommended round-trip deals from the most popular airlines that fly from San Francisco to Zurich.
7:40 pm - 2:10 pmSFO-ZRH
33h 30m1 stop
8:25 pm - 4:30 pmZRH-SFO
29h 05m1 stop
$538Scandinavian Airlines
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Sun, Aug 31 - Mon, Sep 15
7:40 pm - 8:25 amSFO-ZRH
27h 45m2 stops
8:25 pm - 4:30 pmZRH-SFO
29h 05m1 stop
$549Scandinavian Airlines
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Wed, Aug 27 - Sun, Aug 31
7:40 pm - 7:45 pmSFO-ZRH
15h 05m1 stop
2:00 pm - 4:30 pmZRH-SFO
35h 30m2 stops
$550Scandinavian Airlines
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Tue, Apr 15 - Tue, Apr 29
4:30 pm - 3:45 pmSFO-ZRH
14h 15m1 stop
8:05 am - 2:30 pmZRH-SFO
15h 25m1 stop
$585Condor
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Sun, May 11 - Sun, May 18
4:30 pm - 3:35 pmSFO-ZRH
14h 05m1 stop
8:05 am - 2:30 pmZRH-SFO
15h 25m1 stop
$591Condor
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Thu, May 8 - Sat, May 17
8:00 am - 4:00 pmSFO-ZRH
23h 00m2 stops
8:05 am - 2:30 pmZRH-SFO
15h 25m1 stop
Tue, Apr 29 - Fri, May 23
4:30 pm - 3:40 pmSFO-ZRH
14h 10m1 stop
8:05 am - 11:34 pmZRH-SFO
24h 29m2 stops
Fri, May 2 - Sat, May 10
6:45 pm - 10:20 pmSFO-ZRH
18h 35m1 stop
6:40 pm - 4:40 pmZRH-SFO
31h 00m1 stop
$692Turkish Airlines
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Mon, Apr 28 - Tue, May 20
6:45 pm - 10:20 pmSFO-ZRH
18h 35m1 stop
3:00 pm - 4:40 pmZRH-SFO
34h 40m1 stop
$713Turkish Airlines
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Tue, Apr 22 - Thu, May 8
3:15 pm - 6:15 pmSFO-ZRH
18h 00m1 stop
10:05 am - 1:15 pmZRH-SFO
36h 10m1 stop
$762ITA Airways
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Mon, Aug 11 - Tue, Aug 19

Scandinavian Airlines flights from San Francisco to Zurich

Our best Scandinavian Airlines deals on San Francisco to Zurich flight tickets
Scandinavian Airlines
Aug 31
SFO7:40 pmSan Francisco
33h 30m
1 stop
ZRH2:10 pmZurich
Sep 15
ZRH8:25 pmZurich
29h 05m
1 stop
SFO4:30 pmSan Francisco
Scandinavian Airlines
Aug 27
SFO7:40 pmSan Francisco
27h 45m
2 stops
ZRH8:25 amZurich
Aug 31
ZRH8:25 pmZurich
29h 05m
1 stop
SFO4:30 pmSan Francisco
Scandinavian Airlines
Apr 15
SFO7:40 pmSan Francisco
15h 05m
1 stop
ZRH7:45 pmZurich
Apr 29
ZRH2:00 pmZurich
35h 30m
2 stops
SFO4:30 pmSan Francisco

Condor flights from San Francisco to Zurich

Our best Condor deals on San Francisco to Zurich flight tickets
Condor
May 11
SFO4:30 pmSan Francisco
14h 15m
1 stop
ZRH3:45 pmZurich
May 18
ZRH8:05 amZurich
15h 25m
1 stop
SFO2:30 pmSan Francisco
Condor
May 8
SFO4:30 pmSan Francisco
14h 05m
1 stop
ZRH3:35 pmZurich
May 17
ZRH8:05 amZurich
15h 25m
1 stop
SFO2:30 pmSan Francisco
Condor
May 7
SFO4:30 pmSan Francisco
14h 10m
1 stop
ZRH3:40 pmZurich
May 16
ZRH8:05 amZurich
15h 25m
1 stop
SFO2:30 pmSan Francisco

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between San Francisco and Zurich?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Zurich?

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Zurich. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $717. If you don’t want to visit Zurich in February, then you should wait until March to fly from San Francisco, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $802.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Zurich?

According to our data, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to Zurich from San Francisco. The lowest ticket price found for a Tuesday departure recently was $991. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. On the other hand, Friday is the most expensive day to depart from San Francisco because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $1,173.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Zurich?

The cheapest time of day to fly to Zurich is in the afternoon when flights can be purchased for as low as $735. Flights to Zurich are more costly at noon, with an average ticket price of $1,316. Departure times at noon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest San Francisco to Zurich flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Zurich from San Francisco when booking 12 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Zurich for around $1,000 when searching 12 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Zurich from San Francisco for as low as $941 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on San Francisco to Zurich flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on San Francisco to Zurich flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have San Francisco to Zurich flight prices changed over time?

As of March 2025, prices for San Francisco to Zurich flights are approximately 26% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from San Francisco to Zurich

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from San Francisco to Zurich according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap San Francisco to Zurich (SFO to ZRH) flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$313

Fastest flight time

11h 00m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Zurich

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Zurich from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is $313. The best round-trip flight deal from San Francisco to Zurich found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $538.
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Zurich takes 11h 00m
Direct flights go from San Francisco to Zurich every day.
There is 1 airport near Zurich: Zurich (ZRH)

  • How far is San Francisco to Zurich by plane?

    San Francisco and Zurich are 5817.6 mi apart from one another. Flights usually cover this in 14h 05m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Zurich Airport?

    Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Zurich Airport are updated daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to Zurich Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to Zurich Airport?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from San Francisco Airport to Zurich Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Zurich Airport?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Zurich Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from San Francisco to Zurich?

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Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Zurich

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Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
American AirlinesPriceFrom $358Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $404Free CancellationRating
6.6
6,712 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $526Free CancellationRating
8.0
7,895 reviews
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Scandinavian AirlinesPriceFrom $528Free CancellationRating
7.3
1,325 reviews
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TAP AIR PORTUGALPriceFrom $538Free CancellationRating
7.1
1,827 reviews
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CondorPriceFrom $590Free CancellationRating
6.3
323 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $610Free CancellationRating
7.3
3,744 reviews
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VuelingPriceFrom $651Free CancellationRating
7.1
1,146 reviews
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ITA AirwaysPriceFrom $673Free CancellationRating
6.7
946 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $773Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,603 reviews
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  • SWISS Flights From San Francisco to Zurich

    SWISS is one of the most popular airlines flying from San Francisco to Zurich, operating 3 flights/week on average for this route. A good SWISS flight deal for San Francisco to Zurich starts from $774 round-trip, up to an average price of $1,244. Our users have rated SWISS at 7.5/10.

  • United Airlines Flights From San Francisco to Zurich

    Another popular option for San Francisco to Zurich flights is United Airlines (7.4/10, 8,603 ratings). United Airlines flies from San Francisco to Zurich around 3 times per week, with deals starting from $773 round-trip and rising to an average price of around $1,225.


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