$418 Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Zürich (ZRH)

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Popular airlines from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)

Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Zürich (SFO-ZRH)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $418 for one-way flights and $500 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Condor
Mon, Oct 27 - Thu, Oct 30
SFO
San Francisco
ZRH
Zürich
$500 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$500
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Condor flight, departing Mon, Oct 27 from San Francisco to Zürich, returning Thu, Oct 30, priced at $500 found 1 day ago
Scandinavian Airlines
Wed, Feb 18 - Wed, Mar 4
SFO
San Francisco
ZRH
Zürich
$526 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$526
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select Scandinavian Airlines flight, departing Wed, Feb 18 from San Francisco to Zürich, returning Wed, Mar 4, priced at $526 found 17 hours ago
TAP Portugal
Fri, Nov 28 - Thu, Dec 4
SFO
San Francisco
ZRH
Zürich
$602 Roundtrip, just found
$602
Roundtrip
just found
Select TAP Portugal flight, departing Fri, Nov 28 from San Francisco to Zürich, returning Thu, Dec 4, priced at $602 just found
Turkish Airlines
Wed, Apr 1 - Wed, Apr 8
SFO
San Francisco
ZRH
Zürich
$669 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$669
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Wed, Apr 1 from San Francisco to Zürich, returning Wed, Apr 8, priced at $669 found 5 days ago
Icelandair
Wed, Jan 28 - Thu, Feb 26
SFO
San Francisco
ZRH
Zürich
$845 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$845
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Icelandair flight, departing Wed, Jan 28 from San Francisco to Zürich, returning Thu, Feb 26, priced at $845 found 4 days ago
United
Mon, May 4 - Wed, May 13
SFO
San Francisco
ZRH
Zürich
$875 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$875
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select United flight, departing Mon, May 4 from San Francisco to Zürich, returning Wed, May 13, priced at $875 found 4 days ago
Air Canada
Tue, Jan 6 - Tue, Jan 27
SFO
San Francisco
ZRH
Zürich
$875 Roundtrip, found 21 hours ago
$875
Roundtrip
found 21 hours ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Tue, Jan 6 from San Francisco to Zürich, returning Tue, Jan 27, priced at $875 found 21 hours ago
Swiss International Air Lines
Wed, Jan 7 - Wed, Jan 14
SFO
San Francisco
ZRH
Zürich
$879 Roundtrip, found 16 hours ago
$879
Roundtrip
found 16 hours ago
Select Swiss International Air Lines flight, departing Wed, Jan 7 from San Francisco to Zürich, returning Wed, Jan 14, priced at $879 found 16 hours ago
American Airlines
Mon, May 4 - Wed, May 13
SFO
San Francisco
ZRH
Zürich
$885 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$885
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, May 4 from San Francisco to Zürich, returning Wed, May 13, priced at $885 found 4 days ago
Lufthansa
Wed, Dec 10 - Wed, Dec 24
SFO
San Francisco
ZRH
Zürich
$891 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$891
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Wed, Dec 10 from San Francisco to Zürich, returning Wed, Dec 24, priced at $891 found 17 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco (SFO) to Zürich (ZRH)

March is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $404 - $1,173 per traveler.

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Select flight to Zurich Airport ZRH. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 13 minutes. Flights from $680
ZRH
Zurich Airport
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center13 min
Flights from $680
Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Zürich (ZRH)
Origin airport
San Francisco Intl.
Destination airport
Zürich
Airlines serving
Aer Lingus, Air Canada, Air France, American Airlines, Austrian Airlines, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Condor, Delta, ITA Airways, Iberia, Icelandair, KLM, Lufthansa, Scandinavian Airlines, Singapore Airlines, Swiss International Air Lines, TAP Portugal, Turkish Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$500
Distance
5827 mi
Average flight time
20 hours 10 mins

San Francisco to Zürich Flights

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

 

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

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Francisco 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 Francisco 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 Francisco to Zürich in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $418 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 Francisco 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 Francisco 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 San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Zurich Airport (ZRH) cost?
Snag a cheap one-way flight from $418 or cheap return flight from $500 from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Zurich Airport (ZRH) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)?
Planning your trip for October may help you find better deals, as it's the cheapest month for flights between SFO and ZRH. You'll typically find the lowest prices during the off-season.
Which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)?
When setting off from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), you can jump on a direct flight to Zurich Airport (ZRH) with SWISS.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)?
Expedia's filter tool lets you easily compare different airlines, departure times and fares all in one place. Select your preferences, then sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find the carrier with the cheapest SFO to ZRH flight.
How many flights per day from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)?
On average, only 1 nonstop flight departs daily from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Zurich Airport (ZRH). Seeking more options? Use our filters to discover flights with layovers and add an extra destination to your journey.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)?
More travelers fly between SFO and ZRH at 7 PM than at any other time. Rather skip the crowds? Pick a flight outside the busiest times and you're likely to save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from SFO to ZRH?
Depart on a Saturday if you're after the best choice of flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Zurich Airport (ZRH).
What is the earliest flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)?
The first flight of the day taking off from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) is at around 7:25PM UTC-8. Hop on this flight and you'll arrive at Zurich Airport (ZRH) at approximately 3:30PM UTC+1. The overall travel time is 11h 5m.
How long does it take to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)?
Flights from SFO to ZRH have an average travel time of 11 hours and 5 minutes. The total distance between the two airports is 5,800 mi.
What airline has the least delays from SFO to ZRH?
United Airlines has the strongest track record for on-time direct flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Zurich Airport (ZRH), with an on-time rating of 83%. Use the Expedia App to see your journey status before you head off and get immediate updates about any changes.
What is the best time to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)?
To reach Zurich Airport (ZRH) on time, book a flight that leaves San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) before 3 PM. The likelihood of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this hour.**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 San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Zurich Airport (ZRH) last-minute?
Waiting until right before your break to book a flight from SFO to ZRH generally means paying more. While you may find some last-minute deals, they're not always guaranteed. Keep your travel plans flexible to maximize your chances of scoring a bargain.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)?
It's usually possible to reschedule or cancel your SFO to ZRH flight. However, for bookings made more than 24 hours ago, additional fees may apply. Check your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are allowed and whether any costs are involved. You'll also find more information on our Customer Service portal.

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