$307 Cheap Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Zürich (ZRH)

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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Zürich (LAX-ZRH)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $307 for one-way flights and $554 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

LEVEL
Sun, Oct 5 - Fri, Oct 17
LAX
Los Angeles
ZRH
Zürich
$554 Roundtrip, found 23 hours ago
$554
Roundtrip
found 23 hours ago
Select LEVEL flight, departing Sun, Oct 5 from Los Angeles to Zürich, returning Fri, Oct 17, priced at $554 found 23 hours ago
Scandinavian Airlines
Wed, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 19
LAX
Los Angeles
ZRH
Zürich
$559 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$559
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Scandinavian Airlines flight, departing Wed, Nov 5 from Los Angeles to Zürich, returning Wed, Nov 19, priced at $559 found 3 days ago
Condor
Thu, Oct 23 - Thu, Oct 30
LAX
Los Angeles
ZRH
Zürich
$560 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$560
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Condor flight, departing Thu, Oct 23 from Los Angeles to Zürich, returning Thu, Oct 30, priced at $560 found 2 days ago
TAP Portugal
Tue, Jan 13 - Tue, Jan 27
LAX
Los Angeles
ZRH
Zürich
$592 Roundtrip, just found
$592
Roundtrip
just found
Select TAP Portugal flight, departing Tue, Jan 13 from Los Angeles to Zürich, returning Tue, Jan 27, priced at $592 just found
Aer Lingus
Sun, Aug 17 - Tue, Aug 26
LAX
Los Angeles
ZRH
Zürich
$626 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$626
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Aer Lingus flight, departing Sun, Aug 17 from Los Angeles to Zürich, returning Tue, Aug 26, priced at $626 found 4 hours ago
United
Mon, Dec 1 - Wed, Dec 24
LAX
Los Angeles
ZRH
Zürich
$639 Roundtrip, found 16 hours ago
$639
Roundtrip
found 16 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Mon, Dec 1 from Los Angeles to Zürich, returning Wed, Dec 24, priced at $639 found 16 hours ago
Air Canada
Wed, Apr 22 - Wed, Apr 29
LAX
Los Angeles
ZRH
Zürich
$639 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$639
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Wed, Apr 22 from Los Angeles to Zürich, returning Wed, Apr 29, priced at $639 found 17 hours ago
Swiss International Air Lines
Tue, Jan 13 - Tue, Jan 27
LAX
Los Angeles
ZRH
Zürich
$639 Roundtrip, just found
$639
Roundtrip
just found
Select Swiss International Air Lines flight, departing Tue, Jan 13 from Los Angeles to Zürich, returning Tue, Jan 27, priced at $639 just found
American Airlines
Mon, May 4 - Wed, May 13
LAX
Los Angeles
ZRH
Zürich
$653 Roundtrip, just found
$653
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, May 4 from Los Angeles to Zürich, returning Wed, May 13, priced at $653 just found
Delta
Mon, May 4 - Wed, May 13
LAX
Los Angeles
ZRH
Zürich
$654 Roundtrip, just found
$654
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Mon, May 4 from Los Angeles to Zürich, returning Wed, May 13, priced at $654 just found

Find the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles (LAX) to Zürich (ZRH)

November is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $468 - $1,308 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Zürich (ZRH)
Origin airport
Los Angeles Intl.
Destination airport
Zürich
Airlines serving
Aer Lingus, Air Canada, American Airlines, Austrian Airlines, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Condor, Delta, Finnair, ITA Airways, Iberia, Icelandair, KLM, LOT-Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, Scandinavian Airlines, Swiss International Air Lines, TAP Portugal, Turkish Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$553
Distance
5924 mi
Average flight time
11 hours 10 mins

Los Angeles to Zürich Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Zürich are during the month of October. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Zürich with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Zürich

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Zürich in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $307 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 Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Zurich Airport (ZRH) cost?
Book cheap return flights starting at $639 from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Zurich Airport (ZRH). This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Swiss International Air Lines flight leaving LAX on August 4 2025 and touching down at ZRH. The price was last updated on July 8 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from LAX to ZRH?
The cheapest flights from LAX to ZRH are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)?
Fly nonstop from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Zurich Airport (ZRH) on a SWISS flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from LAX to ZRH?
Currently, the cheapest airline operating one-way flights from LAX to ZRH is Lufthansa. You can book a seat on this route from $446. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from LAX on August 25 2025. Prices were last updated on July 8 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)?
On average, Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) only has 1 nonstop flight to Zurich Airport (ZRH) daily. For more choices, try Expedia's easy-to-use filters. Just enter your dates, then choose "1 Stop" or "2+ Stops" to discover flights offering layovers.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)?
Flights between LAX and ZRH tend to be busiest at 7 PM. If you want a less crowded experience and potentially cheaper prices, look for a time when demand is lower.
What day of the week has the most flights from LAX to ZRH?
If you jet off on a Wednesday, you'll get the widest range of options for flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Zurich Airport (ZRH).
What is the earliest flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)?
Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)'s earliest flight to Zurich Airport (ZRH) takes off at approximately 7:10PM UTC-8. With a total journey time of 11h 5m, you'll land at around 3:15PM UTC+1.
How long does it take to fly from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)?
The average flight duration from LAX to ZRH is 11 hours and 5 minutes, covering a total distance of 5,900 mi.
What airline has the least delays from LAX to ZRH?
With 93% of journeys typically landing on time, United Airlines has the best on-time performance for direct flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Zurich Airport (ZRH). To check your flight status and get notified if anything changes, head to the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)?
Select a flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Zurich Airport (ZRH) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the likelihood of delays and cancellations. Departures after this hour have a 22% higher chance of being canceled, on average.**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 Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Zurich Airport (ZRH) last-minute?
Booking your flight from LAX to ZRH just before your getaway is generally more expensive. However, if there's some wiggle room with your travel dates and times, you could score a cheap last-minute fare.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)?
It's usually possible to reschedule or cancel your LAX to ZRH flight. However, for bookings made more than 24 hours ago, additional charges may apply. Refer to your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are allowed and if any costs are involved. You'll also find more information on our Customer Service portal.

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