$460 Cheap Flights from San José (SJO) to Zürich (ZRH)

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Cheap Flights from San José to Zürich (SJO-ZRH)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $460 for one-way flights and $832 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Air Canada
Wed, Nov 26 - Wed, Dec 3
SJO
San José
ZRH
Zürich
$832 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$832
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Wed, Nov 26 from San José to Zürich, returning Wed, Dec 3, priced at $832 found 12 hours ago
Air Canada
Wed, Feb 4 - Wed, Feb 11
SJO
San José
ZRH
Zürich
$838 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$838
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Wed, Feb 4 from San José to Zürich, returning Wed, Feb 11, priced at $838 found 8 hours ago
Air Canada
Mon, Mar 30 - Thu, Apr 9
SJO
San José
ZRH
Zürich
$846 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$846
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Mon, Mar 30 from San José to Zürich, returning Thu, Apr 9, priced at $846 found 12 hours ago
KLM
Mon, Nov 24 - Sun, Dec 7
SJO
San José
ZRH
Zürich
$848 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$848
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select KLM flight, departing Mon, Nov 24 from San José to Zürich, returning Sun, Dec 7, priced at $848 found 10 hours ago
KLM
Tue, Feb 10 - Tue, Feb 24
SJO
San José
ZRH
Zürich
$848 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$848
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select KLM flight, departing Tue, Feb 10 from San José to Zürich, returning Tue, Feb 24, priced at $848 found 7 hours ago
Air France
Tue, Nov 18 - Sun, Nov 30
SJO
San José
ZRH
Zürich
$849 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$849
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Air France flight, departing Tue, Nov 18 from San José to Zürich, returning Sun, Nov 30, priced at $849 found 2 days ago
Air Canada
Sun, Nov 23 - Mon, Dec 1
SJO
San José
ZRH
Zürich
$853 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$853
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Sun, Nov 23 from San José to Zürich, returning Mon, Dec 1, priced at $853 found 2 days ago
Air Canada
Tue, Mar 31 - Wed, Apr 8
SJO
San José
ZRH
Zürich
$858 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$858
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Tue, Mar 31 from San José to Zürich, returning Wed, Apr 8, priced at $858 found 12 hours ago
Swiss International Air Lines
Fri, Jun 5 - Fri, Jun 12
SJO
San José
ZRH
Zürich
$866 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$866
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Swiss International Air Lines flight, departing Fri, Jun 5 from San José to Zürich, returning Fri, Jun 12, priced at $866 found 3 days ago
United
Tue, Mar 17 - Wed, Mar 25
SJO
San José
ZRH
Zürich
$868 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$868
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Mar 17 from San José to Zürich, returning Wed, Mar 25, priced at $868 found 2 days ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from San José (SJO) to Zürich (ZRH)

November is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $659 - $1,340 per traveler.

Alternative airports near Zürich

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Zurich Airport ZRH. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 13 minutes. Flights from $993
ZRH
Zurich Airport
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center13 min
Flights from $993
Flights from San José (SJO) to Zürich (ZRH)
Origin airport
Juan Santamaría Intl.
Destination airport
Zürich
Airlines serving
Aeromexico, Air Canada, Air France, American Airlines, British Airways, Delta, Iberia, KLM, Lufthansa, Swiss International Air Lines, United
Roundtrip price
$831
Distance
5838 mi
Average flight time
18 hours 52 mins

San José to Zürich Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San José to Zürich

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from San José to Zürich are during the month of November. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San José to Zürich with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from San José to Zürich

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San José to Zürich: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from San José to Zürich

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from San José to Zürich in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $460 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap San José to Zürich flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your San José to Zürich airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Zurich Airport (ZRH) cost?
Lock in a cheap one-way flight from $460 or cheap return flight from $832 from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Zurich Airport (ZRH) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)?
November is the cheapest month to fly from SJO to ZRH. Traveling outside of peak seasons is often the key to finding a great deal.
Which airlines fly direct from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)?
You can fly directly from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Zurich Airport (ZRH) on an Edelweiss Air flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)?
Expedia's filter tool lets you easily compare different airlines, travel time and fares all in one place. Tailor the search to your trip, then sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find the carrier with the cheapest SJO to ZRH flight.
How many flights per day from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)?
On average, Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) offers 1 nonstop flights to Zurich Airport (ZRH) weekly. For more choice, use Expedia's filters to look for flights with one or two stops. Fit in a quick visit to another city or simply break up your travels.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)?
Flights between SJO and ZRH are busiest at 4 PM. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere and potentially cheaper prices, look for a departure that's outside typical rush times.
What day of the week has the most flights from SJO to ZRH?
Friday offers the most flights from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Zurich Airport (ZRH). Consider traveling on this day and you'll have the best chance of finding a departure that fits your schedule.
What is the earliest flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)?
The earliest flight leaving from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) is at around 4:25PM UTC-6. Hop on this flight and you'll touch down at Zurich Airport (ZRH) at approximately 10:20AM UTC+1. The total flight duration is 10h 55m.
How long does it take to fly from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)?
The average flight time from SJO to ZRH is 10 hours and 55 minutes, covering a distance of 5,800 mi.
What is the best time to fly from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)?
To arrive at Zurich Airport (ZRH) on schedule, opt for a flight that takes off from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) before 3 PM. The chance of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this time.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Zurich Airport (ZRH) last-minute?
Booking your flight from SJO to ZRH shortly before your trip is generally more expensive. But if there's some wiggle room with your travel times and dates, you could bag a cheap last-minute fare.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)?
If you booked your SJO to ZRH flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it at no cost. Depending on the airline and the fare type you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes beyond this timeframe. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, visit our Customer Service portal for further details.

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