Lausanne

$231+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Lausanne, Switzerland

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SFO — GVA
Jul 30 — Aug 61
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Lausanne are usually found in January or April, booked 57 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Lausanne

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco to Lausanne flight deals. Data was last updated July 25, 2025.

Round-trip from

$641
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$231
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,067
From San Francisco to Lausanne
One-way flight from San Francisco to Lausanne
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($70 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($43 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Lausanne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Lausanne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 25, 2025.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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.
Sun 8/174:30 pmSFO - GVA
1 stop20h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/306:10 amGVA - SFO
1 stop17h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/22$641
This Austrian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 Austrian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/3012:00 pmSFO - GVA
2 stops46h 10mAustrian Airlines
Mon 12/159:35 amGVA - SFO
2 stops44h 59mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 7/22$650
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/137:40 pmSFO - GVA
1 stop29h 40mScandinavian Airlines
Mon 10/208:10 pmGVA - SFO
2 stops33h 11mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 7/23$651
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/113:15 pmSFO - GVA
1 stop34h 30mITA Airways
Wed 8/206:55 pmGVA - SFO
1 stop27h 30mITA Airways
Deal found 7/23$654
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/3011:05 amSFO - GVA
2 stops21h 15mDelta
Mon 12/152:35 pmGVA - SFO
1 stop30h 15mDelta
Deal found 7/22$663
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/2911:28 pmSFO - GVA
2 stops25h 32mAir Canada
Mon 12/151:00 pmGVA - SFO
2 stops29h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 7/22$668
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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.
Wed 12/38:25 amSFO - GVA
1 stop14h 10mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/1311:20 amGVA - SFO
1 stop17h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/22$670
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/292:40 pmSFO - GVA
1 stop13h 20mLufthansa
Tue 12/166:50 amGVA - SFO
1 stop14h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 7/22$674
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/13:50 pmSFO - GVA
1 stop16h 30mAir France
Sat 12/136:30 amGVA - SFO
2 stops18h 30mAir France
Deal found 7/22$695

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Lausanne that are best for you.

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San Francisco

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Lausanne

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Depart

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San FranciscoGeneva

SFO - GVA

SFOGVA

San Francisco

Sun 8/17

4:30 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop20h 55m

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Sat 8/30

6:10 am-2:30 pm

1 stop17h 20m

$641

San FranciscoGeneva

SFO - GVA

SFOGVA

San Francisco

Mon 8/25

7:40 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop14h 50m

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Tue 9/9

11:00 am-11:49 pm

2 stops21h 49m

$650

San FranciscoGeneva

SFO - GVA

SFOGVA

San Francisco

Mon 8/11

3:15 pm-10:45 am

1 stop34h 30m

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Wed 8/20

6:55 pm-1:25 pm

1 stop27h 30m

$654

San FranciscoGeneva

SFO - GVA

SFOGVA

San Francisco

Sat 10/18

11:25 pm-9:55 am

2 stops25h 30m

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Fri 10/31

1:00 pm-9:22 pm

1 stop16h 22m

$670

San FranciscoGeneva

SFO - GVA

SFOGVA

San Francisco

Mon 8/18

7:30 am-9:55 am

2 stops17h 25m

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Fri 8/29

10:20 am-6:43 pm

2 stops17h 23m

$684

San FranciscoGeneva

SFO - GVA

SFOGVA

San Francisco

Mon 9/22

4:20 pm-9:05 am

2 stops31h 45m

$252

San FranciscoGeneva

SFO - GVA

SFOGVA

San Francisco

Tue 8/19

8:10 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop15h 15m

$331

San FranciscoGeneva

SFO - GVA

SFOGVA

San Francisco

Wed 9/24

4:20 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop21h 55m

$345

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Deals found on 7/23

Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Lausanne

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How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Lausanne?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Lausanne. Price data was last updated on July 18, 2025.

Booking 57 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Francisco to Lausanne. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Lausanne?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Lausanne (average of $676). Flying from San Francisco to Lausanne in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,132). 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 SFO to LS9?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Lausanne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 25, 2025.

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

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Lausanne?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Lausanne flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Lausanne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Lausanne. 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 Lausanne. Reviews last updated July 25, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, Austrian Airlines, and Air France from San Francisco to Lausanne to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to Lausanne?

    Located just 11.8 mi from the city center, San Francisco is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Lausanne from San Francisco. Booking flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Lausanne should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Lausanne from 13 different airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Lausanne that include hotel bookings?

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Lausanne?

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Lausanne?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Lausanne (average of $676). Flying from San Francisco to Lausanne in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,132). 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 10 airlines flying from San Francisco to Lausanne

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Lausanne. 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 July 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VuelingCheapest$519Average$1,042FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$525Average$704FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$537Average$995FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$550Average$956FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$552Average$857FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air FranceCheapest$556Average$1,242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
SWISSCheapest$584Average$1,379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
British AirwaysCheapest$620Average$980FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$643Average$983FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$643Average$765FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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