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$271+ Cheap flights from Switzerland to California

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZRH — LAX
mai 4 — mai 111
dim. 5/4
dim. 5/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Switzerland to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Switzerland to California flight deals. Data was last updated avril 29, 2025.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$543
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$271
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$791

Good round-trip deal

$656 or less

Good one-way deal

$676 or less
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Cheapest flights from Switzerland to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Switzerland to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on avril 29, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jeu. 8/2811:00 amGVA - SFO
1 stop14h 30mScandinavian Airlines
sam. 9/67:40 pmSFO - GVA
1 stop29h 40mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 4/29$543
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 5/1212:40 pmGVA - SFO
1 stop16h 30mUnited Airlines
dim. 5/257:30 pmSFO - GVA
1 stop14h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$558
This Flysmarter deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Flysmarter is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ven. 10/1010:20 amZRH - SFO
1 stop15h 10mScandinavian Airlines
mer. 10/157:40 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop15h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 4/29$560
This Billigflug deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Billigflug is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dim. 9/286:20 pmZRH - SFO
1 stop28h 30mBritish Airways
dim. 10/127:20 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop16h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/28$564
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 6/1711:20 amZRH - SFO
2 stops42h 33mUnited Airlines
lun. 6/3012:20 amSFO - ZRH
1 stop22h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$565
This Flysmarter deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Flysmarter is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 5/1212:40 pmZRH - SFO
1 stop16h 30mAir Canada
dim. 5/188:15 amSFO - ZRH
2 stops18h 25mAir Canada
Deal found 4/28$566
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 5/68:00 amZRH - SFO
1 stop15h 30mCondor
sam. 5/104:30 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop14h 05mCondor
Deal found 4/29$567
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ven. 5/237:00 amGVA - SFO
1 stop19h 15mBritish Airways
lun. 5/264:20 pmSFO - GVA
1 stop21h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/28$567
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jeu. 5/2211:45 amZRH - SFO
2 stops21h 37mAmerican Airlines
lun. 5/267:30 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop18h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$578
This Flysmarter deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Flysmarter is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 6/210:20 amZRH - SAN
2 stops17h 00mScandinavian Airlines
lun. 6/97:05 amSAN - ZRH
2 stops27h 40mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 4/28$582
This Flysmarter deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Flysmarter is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 10/611:00 amGVA - LAX
1 stop14h 20mScandinavian Airlines
mer. 10/154:25 pmLAX - GVA
2 stops18h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 4/28$585
This Flysmarter deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Flysmarter is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jeu. 5/1512:40 pmZRH - SFO
2 stops19h 05mMultiple Airlines
mer. 5/288:15 amSFO - ZRH
2 stops18h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$586

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Switzerland to California that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated avril 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Switzerland to California that are best for you.

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Switzerland

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

GenevaSan Francisco

GVA - SFO

GVASFO

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

jeu. 8/28

11:00 am-4:30 pm

1 stop14h 30m

San Francisco

sam. 9/6

7:40 pm-10:20 am

1 stop29h 40m

$543

GenevaSan Francisco

GVA - SFO

GVASFO

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

lun. 5/12

12:40 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop16h 30m

San Francisco

dim. 5/25

7:30 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop14h 30m

$558

ZurichSan Francisco

ZRH - SFO

ZRHSFO

Zurich

mar. 6/17

11:20 am-8:53 pm

2 stops42h 33m

San Francisco

lun. 6/30

12:20 am-8:05 am

1 stop22h 45m

$565

ZurichSan Francisco

ZRH - SFO

ZRHSFO

Zurich

lun. 5/12

12:40 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop16h 30m

San Francisco

dim. 5/18

8:15 am-11:40 am

2 stops18h 25m

$566

ZurichSan Francisco

ZRH - SFO

ZRHSFO

Zurich

mar. 5/6

8:00 am-2:30 pm

1 stop15h 30m

San Francisco

sam. 5/10

4:30 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop14h 05m

$567

GenevaSan Francisco

GVA - SFO

GVASFO

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

ven. 5/23

7:00 am-5:15 pm

1 stop19h 15m

San Francisco

lun. 5/26

4:20 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop21h 20m

$567

ZurichSan Francisco

ZRH - SFO

ZRHSFO

Zurich

jeu. 5/22

11:45 am-12:22 am

2 stops21h 37m

San Francisco

lun. 5/26

7:30 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop18h 00m

$578

ZurichSan Francisco

ZRH - SFO

ZRHSFO

Zurich

jeu. 5/15

7:15 am-5:15 pm

1 stop19h 00m

San Francisco

mer. 5/28

11:52 am-3:05 pm

2 stops18h 13m

$580

ZurichSan Diego

ZRH - SAN

ZRHSAN

Zurich

lun. 6/2

10:20 am-6:20 pm

2 stops17h 00m

San Diego

lun. 6/9

7:05 am-7:45 pm

2 stops27h 40m

$582

ZurichSan Francisco

ZRH - SFO

ZRHSFO

Zurich

jeu. 5/15

12:40 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops19h 05m

San Francisco

mer. 5/28

8:15 am-11:40 am

2 stops18h 25m

$586

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Best time to book a flight from Switzerland to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Switzerland to California

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Switzerland to California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Switzerland to California (average of $246). Flying from Switzerland to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CH to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Switzerland to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated avril 29, 2025.

When flying from Switzerland to California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Switzerland to California

Explore weekly flight availability from Switzerland to California. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated avril 29, 2025.

The most flights from CH0 to USCA are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to California. Reviews last updated avril 29, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, KLM and LOT from Switzerland to California by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
LOT
7.6
Good
1,069 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,273 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,588 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

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  • How popular is this Switzerland to California flight route?

    This flight path from Switzerland to California was viewed by 1 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Switzerland to California one-way?

    $391 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Vueling. You may also be able to find cheap deals on TAP AIR PORTUGAL and Condor, with prices starting from $426 and $533, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Switzerland to California that include hotel bookings?

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Switzerland to California by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Switzerland to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Switzerland to California (average of $246). Flying from Switzerland to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 9 airlines flying from Switzerland to California

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Switzerland to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated avril 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$390Average$685FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$492Average$641FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$494Average$797FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Air FranceCheapest$523Average$822FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$542Average$751FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$555Average$729FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
ITA AirwaysCheapest$568Average$589FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
LufthansaCheapest$574Average$734FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
SWISSCheapest$611Average$915FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%

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