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$362+ Cheap flights from Zurich (ZRH) to California

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ZRH — LAX
Nov 27 — Dec 41
Thu 11/27
Thu 12/4
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$562
(Flysmarter)

One-way from

$362
(Kiwi.com)

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December

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February

Average price

$745

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$731 or less

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$768 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Zurich to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 28, 2025.

This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/78:25 pmZRH - SFO
1 stop27h 10mScandinavian Airlines
Thu 12/114:40 pmSFO - ZRH
2 stops59h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 10/26$563
This Flysmarter deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Wed 12/38:25 pmZRH - SFO
1 stop27h 10mScandinavian Airlines
Sat 12/67:00 amSFO - ZRH
2 stops17h 40mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 10/26$569
This lol.travel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 lol.travel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/410:25 amZRH - SFO
2 stops22h 16mScandinavian Airlines
Mon 11/174:40 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop18h 00mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 10/26$575
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/38:25 pmZRH - SFO
1 stop27h 10mScandinavian Airlines
Mon 12/83:35 pmSFO - ZRH
2 stops19h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 10/26$585
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/68:25 pmZRH - SFO
1 stop27h 10mScandinavian Airlines
Mon 11/104:40 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop18h 00mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 10/27$590
This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Flighttix is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/308:05 amZRH - SFO
1 stop15h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/139:00 amSFO - ZRH
2 stops21h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/26$591
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/2512:15 pmZRH - SFO
2 stops35h 20mScandinavian Airlines
Mon 12/294:40 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop32h 00mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 10/26$592
This TAP AIR PORTUGAL deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 TAP AIR PORTUGAL is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/26:00 pmZRH - SFO
1 stop29h 30mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sat 12/64:35 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop15h 35mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 10/26$594
This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/1312:15 pmZRH - SFO
2 stops35h 20mScandinavian Airlines
Thu 11/274:40 pmSFO - ZRH
2 stops16h 30mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 10/27$595
This Flysmarter deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Thu 11/610:25 amZRH - SFO
2 stops20h 32mScandinavian Airlines
Thu 11/274:40 pmSFO - ZRH
2 stops16h 30mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 10/26$599
This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/2712:15 pmZRH - SFO
2 stops35h 20mScandinavian Airlines
Thu 12/114:40 pmSFO - ZRH
2 stops59h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 10/27$603
This Flysmarter deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Thu 11/2010:25 amZRH - SAN
2 stops21h 30mScandinavian Airlines
Mon 11/249:59 amSAN - ZRH
2 stops24h 41mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 10/27$629

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Zurich 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 October 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Zurich to California that are best for you.

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Zurich

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ZurichSan Francisco

ZRH - SFO

ZRHSFO

Zurich

Fri 3/6

8:25 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop27h 10m

San Francisco

Tue 3/10

5:40 pm-6:10 pm

2 stops40h 30m

$567

ZurichSan Diego

ZRH - SAN

ZRHSAN

Zurich

Thu 11/20

10:25 am-10:55 pm

2 stops21h 30m

San Diego

Mon 11/24

9:59 am-7:40 pm

2 stops24h 41m

$629

ZurichSan Francisco

ZRH - SFO

ZRHSFO

Zurich

Thu 4/2

2:40 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop14h 20m

San Francisco

Fri 4/17

12:10 am-7:45 am

1 stop22h 35m

$653

ZurichSan Francisco

ZRH - SFO

ZRHSFO

Zurich

Fri 11/7

1:00 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops34h 35m

San Francisco

Fri 11/28

4:40 pm-12:45 pm

2 stops35h 05m

$653

ZurichSan Francisco

ZRH - SFO

ZRHSFO

Zurich

Fri 11/7

11:25 am-8:10 pm

1 stop17h 45m

San Francisco

Fri 11/28

7:25 pm-3:30 pm

Nonstop11h 05m

$655

ZurichSan Francisco

ZRH - SFO

ZRHSFO

Zurich

Wed 11/12

11:25 am-8:10 pm

1 stop17h 45m

San Francisco

Sun 11/23

6:00 am-7:55 am

1 stop16h 55m

$656

ZurichSan Francisco

ZRH - SFO

ZRHSFO

Zurich

Tue 11/25

11:25 am-8:10 pm

1 stop17h 45m

San Francisco

Tue 12/2

7:25 pm-3:30 pm

Nonstop11h 05m

$656

ZurichSan Francisco

ZRH - SFO

ZRHSFO

Zurich

Wed 3/25

11:25 am-9:00 pm

1 stop17h 35m

San Francisco

Wed 4/8

6:00 am-7:45 am

2 stops16h 45m

$656

ZurichSan Francisco

ZRH - SFO

ZRHSFO

Zurich

Wed 11/26

11:25 am-8:10 pm

1 stop17h 45m

San Francisco

Tue 12/2

7:25 pm-3:30 pm

Nonstop11h 05m

$656

ZurichLos Angeles

ZRH - LAX

ZRHLAX

Zurich

Sun 3/1

8:25 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop29h 35m

Los Angeles

Wed 3/25

8:30 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop15h 10m

$660

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Best time to book a flight from Zurich to California

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to California (average of $469). Flying from Zurich to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $645). 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 ZRH to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Zurich 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 October 28, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Zurich to California in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 26% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Zurich to California?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Zurich to California. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Zurich to California flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Zurich to California?

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 October 28, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Zurich to California, such as SWISS, Scandinavian Airlines, and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,774 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Katerina,Sep 2025

GVA - ATH

Although the plane was half empty and the flight was late at night, we were not allowed to change seats/ use empty seats to get ourselves more comfortable, or get some proper sleep. It is really frustrating to see lack of flexibility in such a simple need.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,774 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,774 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Katerina,Sep 2025

GVA - ATH

Although the plane was half empty and the flight was late at night, we were not allowed to change seats/ use empty seats to get ourselves more comfortable, or get some proper sleep. It is really frustrating to see lack of flexibility in such a simple need.
Scandinavian Airlines
7.4
Good
1,543 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,774 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Katerina,Sep 2025

GVA - ATH

Although the plane was half empty and the flight was late at night, we were not allowed to change seats/ use empty seats to get ourselves more comfortable, or get some proper sleep. It is really frustrating to see lack of flexibility in such a simple need.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,996 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,774 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Katerina,Sep 2025

GVA - ATH

Although the plane was half empty and the flight was late at night, we were not allowed to change seats/ use empty seats to get ourselves more comfortable, or get some proper sleep. It is really frustrating to see lack of flexibility in such a simple need.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,034 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,774 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Katerina,Sep 2025

GVA - ATH

Although the plane was half empty and the flight was late at night, we were not allowed to change seats/ use empty seats to get ourselves more comfortable, or get some proper sleep. It is really frustrating to see lack of flexibility in such a simple need.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,481 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,774 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Katerina,Sep 2025

GVA - ATH

Although the plane was half empty and the flight was late at night, we were not allowed to change seats/ use empty seats to get ourselves more comfortable, or get some proper sleep. It is really frustrating to see lack of flexibility in such a simple need.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Zurich to California?

    Most people fly from Zurich (ZRH) if they book a flight from Zurich to California. Zurich is conveniently located just 5.9 mi from Zurich’s city center.

  • How popular is this Zurich to California flight route?

    Flights from Zurich to California have been viewed 1 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from Zurich to California?

    Departing from Zurich to California will take you 14h 20m. Airlines will cover a distance of 5822 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the most popular routes from Zurich to California?

    The most popular route from Zurich to California is Zurich - Los Angeles. You may also consider Zurich - San Francisco or Zurich - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Zurich to California?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Zurich to California? While on average our users pay $1,026, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $630. The most popular route (Zurich - Los Angeles), is priced around $496.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Zurich 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 Zurich to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to California (average of $469). Flying from Zurich to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $645). 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 8 airlines flying from Zurich to California

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Zurich 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 October 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$491Average$627FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LufthansaCheapest$496Average$763FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
SWISSCheapest$504Average$809FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
DeltaCheapest$528Average$678FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$535Average$653FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$536Average$853FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
CondorCheapest$550Average$640FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$572Average$790FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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