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$368+ Cheap flights from Switzerland to California

ZRH — LAX
Dec 4 — Dec 111
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Cheapest flights from Switzerland to California

Thu 11/199:50 am -
1 stop14h 00m
Thu 11/264:45 pm -
1 stop17h 40m
Deal found 10/31$648
Wed 11/411:05 am -
1 stop16h 40m
Thu 11/265:25 pm -
1 stop17h 20m
Deal found 11/1$649
Thu 11/199:50 am -
1 stop14h 00m
Wed 12/24:45 pm -
1 stop17h 40m
Deal found 11/2$650
Wed 11/411:05 am -
1 stop16h 40m
Wed 11/255:25 pm -
1 stop17h 25m
Deal found 11/1$651
Wed 11/411:05 am -
1 stop16h 40m
Tue 11/245:25 pm -
1 stop17h 35m
Deal found 11/1$654
Mon 11/161:55 pm -
1 stop15h 15m
Fri 11/277:00 am -
1 stop15h 25m
Deal found 11/1$655
Wed 12/26:50 am -
1 stop14h 45m
Wed 12/96:00 am -
2 stops16h 35m
Deal found 11/2$656
Mon 11/161:55 pm -
1 stop15h 15m
Sun 11/299:28 pm -
1 stop25h 07m
Deal found 10/31$658
Thu 12/31:55 pm -
1 stop15h 15m
Thu 12/107:00 am -
1 stop15h 25m
Deal found 11/3$659
Thu 12/31:55 pm -
1 stop15h 15m
Sun 12/611:20 pm -
1 stop23h 15m
Deal found 11/3$660
Sat 11/1411:20 am -
1 stop17h 04m
Sat 11/287:25 pm -
1 stop14h 25m
Deal found 11/2$661
Sun 11/1511:20 am -
2 stops21h 08m
Wed 11/257:25 pm -
1 stop14h 25m
Deal found 11/2$662

Find flight deals from Switzerland to California

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$633

One-way from

$368

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$861

Good round-trip deal

$758 or less

Good one-way deal

$848 or less
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From Switzerland to California
One-way flight from Switzerland to California
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($117 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($14 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Switzerland to California.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Switzerland to California.

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GenevaSan Diego

GVA Geneva Geneve-Cointrin - SAN San Diego

GVASAN

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Sat 3/13

7:10 am-4:10 pm

1 stop18h 00m

San Diego

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$456

GenevaSan Francisco

GVA Geneva Geneve-Cointrin - SFO San Francisco

GVASFO

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Mon 12/14

6:05 am-2:25 pm

1 stop17h 20m

San Francisco

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$466

GenevaSan Francisco

GVA Geneva Geneve-Cointrin - SFO San Francisco

GVASFO

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Mon 2/8

8:45 pm-12:33 am

2 stops36h 48m

San Francisco

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$470

BaselSan Francisco

BSL Basel EuroAirport Swiss - SFO San Francisco

BSLSFO

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Tue 11/10

6:45 am-2:45 pm

3 stops41h 00m

San Francisco

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$475

BaselSan Francisco

BSL Basel EuroAirport Swiss - SFO San Francisco

BSLSFO

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Mon 11/9

4:10 pm-2:45 pm

3 stops55h 35m

San Francisco

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$476

GenevaSan Francisco

GVA Geneva Geneve-Cointrin - SFO San Francisco

GVASFO

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Tue 11/10

6:20 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop29h 25m

San Francisco

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$480

GenevaSan Francisco

GVA Geneva Geneve-Cointrin - SFO San Francisco

GVASFO

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Tue 3/30

10:10 am-8:44 pm

2 stops19h 34m

San Francisco

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$490

ZurichSan Diego

ZRH Zurich - SAN San Diego

ZRHSAN

Zurich

Fri 12/11

9:40 am-6:16 pm

3 stops41h 36m

San Diego

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$492

GenevaSan Diego

GVA Geneva Geneve-Cointrin - SAN San Diego

GVASAN

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Sun 12/6

4:45 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops38h 10m

San Diego

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$492

GenevaSan Diego

GVA Geneva Geneve-Cointrin - SAN San Diego

GVASAN

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Thu 12/10

6:45 am-9:55 pm

2 stops24h 10m

San Diego

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$492

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Switzerland to California (average of $737). Flying from Switzerland to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $999). 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?

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.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Switzerland to California?

The best time to book flights from Switzerland to California is 55 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with SWISS,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Switzerland to California to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Aug 2023

ZRH - ORD

There were many children where I sat, screaming and crying for many hours :(

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Aug 2023

ZRH - ORD

There were many children where I sat, screaming and crying for many hours :(

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Aug 2023

ZRH - ORD

There were many children where I sat, screaming and crying for many hours :(

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Aug 2023

ZRH - ORD

There were many children where I sat, screaming and crying for many hours :(

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Aug 2023

ZRH - ORD

There were many children where I sat, screaming and crying for many hours :(

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Aug 2023

ZRH - ORD

There were many children where I sat, screaming and crying for many hours :(

Related info for your journey

  • How popular is this Switzerland to California flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Switzerland to California?

    Scandinavian Airlines, United Airlines, and TAP AIR PORTUGAL can get you from Switzerland to California in just under 17h 50m. Your travel time can differ by up to 12h 25m. The distance between Switzerland and California is about 5818 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    $340 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from British Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Condor and Finnair, with prices starting from $378 and $446, respectively.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Switzerland to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Switzerland to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Switzerland to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Switzerland to California?

    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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Switzerland to California (average of $737). Flying from Switzerland to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $999). 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 6 airlines flying from Switzerland to California

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$512Average$888FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$536Average$797FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$573Average$879FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Aer LingusCheapest$618Average$648FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SWISSCheapest$682Average$1,034FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
LufthansaCheapest$696Average$892FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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