Cheap flights from Zurich to San Francisco from $304
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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Zurich to San Francisco
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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Zurich and San Francisco?
What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?
If you aren’t able to travel to San Francisco during the month of January, then flying in March is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $667.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Francisco?
The cheapest day to depart from Zurich to San Francisco is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as $680. The most expensive day to fly to San Francisco is Sunday, with ticket prices averaging around $860.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to San Francisco?
Our data shows that the cheapest Zurich to San Francisco flights are usually those with departure times in the afternoon. Our users have found flights to San Francisco in the afternoon for as low as $589. Flights at noon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $807.
What is the cheapest Zurich to San Francisco flight route?
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How far in advance should I book a flight to San Francisco?
You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Francisco from Zurich when booking 7 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Francisco for around $757 when searching 7 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Francisco from Zurich for as low as $684 on momondo.
What cabin class options are available on Zurich to San Francisco flights?
There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Zurich to San Francisco flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Zurich to San Francisco?
Vueling, TAP AIR PORTUGAL, and Iberia are the most popular carriers operating from Zurich to San Francisco
What airlines fly to San Francisco?
SWISS, United Airlines and British Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to San Francisco from Zurich according to our data. SWISS is the first choice among our users, with 45% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to San Francisco. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to San Francisco on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.
How many flights depart from Zurich to San Francisco on average per day?
2 flights are operational daily from Zurich to San Francisco as of January 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 1:00PM, with 100% of flights per day taking off in the afternoon.
How many flights depart from Zurich to San Francisco on average per week?
The number of flights available between Zurich and San Francisco is 14 per week as of January 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 14% of weekly flights leaving on this day.
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Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Zurich to San Francisco
Best Price Found | $304 |
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Fastest flight time | 11h 55m |
Direct flights | Every day |
Airports in San Francisco | 1 airport |
How far is Zurich to San Francisco by plane?
Zurich and San Francisco are 5817.6 mi apart from one another. Flights usually cover this in 12h 10m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Zurich Airport to San Francisco Airport?
Prices for flights from Zurich Airport to San Francisco Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Zurich Airport to San Francisco Airport?
There are 7 operators available for flights from Zurich Airport to San Francisco Airport as of January 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Zurich Airport to San Francisco Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Zurich Airport to San Francisco Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your San Francisco Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Francisco Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Zurich to San Francisco?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Zurich and San Francisco, the leading plane model is Boeing 777-300ER, making up 58.50% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 777 with 34.24%, Boeing 747-8 with 1.27%, and Airbus A350-900 with 1.06%.
What is the most popular airline from Zurich to San Francisco?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Zurich to San Francisco is SWISS (42% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are United Airlines (34%), British Airways (9%), and American Airlines (8%).
Best airlines flying from Zurich to San Francisco
Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Zurich to San Francisco with momondo
| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom $443 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.3 1,320 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $494 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 8,521 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $494 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.6 6,834 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $568 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.6 926 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $601 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.4 8,982 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $611 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.5 1,599 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $615 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews |
SWISS Flights From Zurich to San Francisco
SWISS flies from Zurich to San Francisco around 7 times per week, with 1,599 momondo users rating the airline 7.5/10. The cheapest SWISS deal from Zurich to San Francisco in the last 72 hours was $611 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of $855 for SWISS flights on this route.
United Airlines Flights From Zurich to San Francisco
Another popular option for Zurich to San Francisco flights is United Airlines (7.4/10, 8,982 ratings). United Airlines flies from Zurich to San Francisco around 7 times per week, with deals starting from $601 round-trip and rising to an average price of around $778.
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Can I find flights from Zurich to San Francisco with flexible booking policies on momondo?
Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to San Francisco from Zurich with this policy.
How can momondo help me find flights from Zurich to San Francisco?
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