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$662+ Cheap flights from Zurich (ZRH) to Los Angeles (LAX)

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 8/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZRH — LAX
Aug 22 — Aug 291
Sat 8/22
Sat 8/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Zurich to Los Angeles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Zurich to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 23, 2026.

This Iberia 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 Iberia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/237:30 am
ZRH
-
LAX
1 stop17h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/76:05 pm
LAX
-
ZRH
1 stop19h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/22$718
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/287:30 am
ZRH
-
LAX
1 stop17h 35m
American Airlines
Fri 9/184:43 pm
LAX
-
ZRH
2 stops19h 07m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/23$719
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/37:25 am
ZRH
-
LAX
2 stops18h 07m
Brussels Airlines
Wed 9/168:17 am
LAX
-
ZRH
2 stops17h 43m
Brussels Airlines
Deal found 7/23$720
This Austrian Airlines 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 Austrian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/37:30 am
ZRH
-
LAX
2 stops19h 07m
Austrian Airlines
Wed 9/167:30 am
LAX
-
ZRH
2 stops18h 30m
Austrian Airlines
Deal found 7/23$721
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/187:15 am
ZRH
-
LAX
2 stops22h 18m
United Airlines
Wed 1/611:30 am
LAX
-
ZRH
1 stop13h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/23$722
This Flysmarter 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 Flysmarter is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/171:10 pm
ZRH
-
LAX
Nonstop12h 20m
SWISS
Fri 11/67:10 pm
LAX
-
ZRH
Nonstop11h 05m
SWISS
Deal found 7/22$723
This British Airways 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/289:45 am
ZRH
-
LAX
1 stop17h 35m
British Airways
Tue 9/86:05 pm
LAX
-
ZRH
1 stop19h 30m
British Airways
Deal found 7/23$724
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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.
Mon 8/177:15 am
ZRH
-
LAX
1 stop22h 05m
American Airlines
Tue 9/11:20 pm
LAX
-
ZRH
2 stops18h 40m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/21$725
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/223:35 pm
ZRH
-
LAX
1 stop32h 20m
British Airways
Mon 8/316:05 pm
LAX
-
ZRH
1 stop19h 25m
British Airways
Deal found 7/21$726
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/277:45 pm
ZRH
-
LAX
1 stop27h 05m
British Airways
Sun 10/185:05 pm
LAX
-
ZRH
1 stop18h 45m
British Airways
Deal found 7/20$727
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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.
Tue 8/187:30 am
ZRH
-
LAX
1 stop17h 35m
American Airlines
Sat 9/511:51 pm
LAX
-
ZRH
1 stop22h 54m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/21$728
This British Airways 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/287:10 am
ZRH
-
LAX
2 stops20h 00m
British Airways
Sat 9/128:55 pm
LAX
-
ZRH
1 stop27h 40m
British Airways
Deal found 7/23$729

Find flight deals from Zurich to Los Angeles

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Zurich (ZRH) to Los Angeles (LAX). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated July 23, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$718
(Iberia)

One-way from

$662
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,057

Good round-trip deal

$796 or less

Good one-way deal

$925 or less
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Zurich to Los Angeles 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 July 23, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Zurich to Los Angeles that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

ZurichLos Angeles

ZRH - LAX

ZRHLAX

Zurich

Wed 12/30

6:45 am-1:25 pm

1 stop15h 40m

Los Angeles

Fri 1/8

3:30 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop19h 55m

$725

ZurichLos Angeles

ZRH - LAX

ZRHLAX

Zurich

Thu 9/10

9:25 am-4:20 pm

1 stop15h 55m

Los Angeles

Sun 9/13

7:35 pm-3:45 pm

Nonstop11h 10m

$821

ZurichLos Angeles

ZRH - LAX

ZRHLAX

Zurich

Wed 10/21

9:25 am-4:20 pm

1 stop15h 55m

Los Angeles

Mon 11/2

7:10 pm-3:15 pm

Nonstop11h 05m

$822
Quickest round-trip

ZurichLos Angeles

ZRH - LAX

ZRHLAX

Zurich

Sat 8/22

1:10 pm-4:30 pm

Nonstop12h 20m

Los Angeles

Mon 9/7

5:30 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop13h 40m

$827

ZurichLos Angeles

ZRH - LAX

ZRHLAX

Zurich

Mon 8/10

9:25 am-8:21 pm

2 stops19h 56m

Los Angeles

Sat 8/29

9:40 am-10:20 am

1 stop15h 40m

$827

ZurichLos Angeles

ZRH - LAX

ZRHLAX

Zurich

Sun 10/4

2:35 pm-11:16 pm

2 stops17h 41m

Los Angeles

Sun 10/18

10:44 am-12:20 pm

2 stops16h 36m

$841

ZurichLos Angeles

ZRH - LAX

ZRHLAX

Zurich

Sun 8/9

7:05 am-5:13 pm

2 stops19h 08m

Los Angeles

Sat 8/29

11:00 pm-8:05 am

1 stop24h 05m

$852

ZurichLos Angeles

ZRH - LAX

ZRHLAX

Zurich

Fri 8/7

1:35 pm-10:37 pm

1 stop18h 02m

Los Angeles

Tue 8/11

7:35 pm-3:45 pm

Nonstop11h 10m

$861

ZurichLos Angeles

ZRH - LAX

ZRHLAX

Zurich

Wed 8/12

9:50 am-5:37 pm

1 stop16h 47m

Los Angeles

Fri 8/28

9:29 pm-10:20 am

1 stop27h 51m

$864

ZurichLos Angeles

ZRH - LAX

ZRHLAX

Zurich

Mon 10/5

7:05 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop27h 10m

Los Angeles

Tue 10/27

4:20 pm-6:15 pm

1 stop17h 55m

$868

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Compare providers for flights from Zurich to Los Angeles

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Zurich to Los Angeles in July.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Thrive TravelPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
BusinessClassPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Zurich-Los Angeles flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Zurich-Los Angeles flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Zurich-Los Angeles flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Zurich-Los Angeles flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Zurich-Los Angeles flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Zurich to Los Angeles

How far ahead should I book a flight from Zurich to Los Angeles?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Zurich to Los Angeles, you should look to book at least 61 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to Los Angeles (average of $715). Flying from Zurich to Los Angeles in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,057). 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 LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from Zurich to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 23, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Zurich to Los Angeles as you normally would.

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Zurich to Los Angeles flights typically cost between $847 and $1,182 in August.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $718 on Multiple Airlines (Aug 23-Sep 7).

The best insider tips for Zurich to Los Angeles flights

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Yulia Denisyuk

Yulia Denisyuk

Expert on ZRH

Yulia is a freelance journalist who’s dispatched from 90+ countries. Her work focuses on cultures, adventure trips and air travel, appearing in NatGeo, NYT, CNTraveler, and more. For past assignments, she’s stayed with nomads in Mongolia and learned the art of Imigongo in Rwanda. She’s based in Chicago; in winter she often questions that decision.

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Ramsey Qubein

Expert on LAX

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles. Reviews last updated July 23, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with SWISS,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Zurich to Los Angeles 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.
SWISS
7.5
Good
2,016 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Aug 2023

ZRH - ORD

There were many children where I sat, screaming and crying for many hours :(
SWISS
7.5
Good
2,016 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
2,016 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Aug 2023

ZRH - ORD

There were many children where I sat, screaming and crying for many hours :(
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,024 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
2,016 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Aug 2023

ZRH - ORD

There were many children where I sat, screaming and crying for many hours :(
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,832 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
2,016 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Aug 2023

ZRH - ORD

There were many children where I sat, screaming and crying for many hours :(
British Airways
6.7
Okay
8,127 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
2,016 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.1

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Zurich to Los Angeles. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Zurich to Los Angeles?

    If you wish to fly to Los Angeles from Zurich, then you need to book flights from Zurich to Los Angeles. There is 1 flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Los Angeles (LAX) per day to choose from. Flights to Los Angeles from Zurich are available from 4 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 12h 20m is how long a nonstop flight from Zurich to Los Angeles typically takes.

  • How popular is this Zurich to Los Angeles flight route?

    The Zurich to Los Angeles Los Angeles flight path was viewed by 6 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Zurich to Los Angeles?

    For as low as $725, British Airways can have you in Los Angeles from Zurich in 15h 40m. The distance between Zurich and Los Angeles is about 5921 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Zurich to Los Angeles round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Zurich to Los Angeles is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $512 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are British Airways and SWISS, starting at $523 and $645 round-trip. American Airlines is 40% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Zurich to Los Angeles one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Zurich to Los Angeles are Condor ($336), TAP AIR PORTUGAL ($412), and American Airlines ($457).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Zurich to Los Angeles?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,847 for a flight from Zurich to Los Angeles. The cheapest flight overall is $718 while the most popular route, (Zurich - Los Angeles) is currently priced at $566.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Zurich to Los Angeles?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Zurich to Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to Los Angeles (average of $715). Flying from Zurich to Los Angeles in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,057). 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 4 airlines flying from Zurich to Los Angeles

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Zurich to Los Angeles. 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 23, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$512Average$889FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$523Average$731FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
SWISSCheapest$645Average$948FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
United AirlinesCheapest$648Average$886FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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