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$391+ Cheap flights from Salinas, CA, CA to Lucerne, Switzerland

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 9/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — ZRH
Oct 16 — Oct 231
Thu 10/16
Thu 10/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Salinas to Lucerne are usually found in February or March, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

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Keep the following information in mind while searching for Salinas to Lucerne flight deals. Data was last updated September 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$606
(Scandinavian Airlines)

One-way from

$391
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$826
From Salinas to Lucerne
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Cheapest flights from Salinas to Lucerne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Salinas to Lucerne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 16, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Fri 11/284:40 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop32h 00mScandinavian Airlines
Tue 12/98:25 pmZRH - SFO
2 stops33h 00mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 9/15$607
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 10/137:40 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop29h 00mScandinavian Airlines
Thu 10/168:25 pmZRH - SFO
2 stops36h 08mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 9/16$608
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/294:30 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop14h 10mCondor
Mon 10/208:00 amZRH - SFO
1 stop15h 30mCondor
Deal found 9/15$610
This Condor deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Condor is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/144:30 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop14h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/188:00 amZRH - SFO
2 stops22h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$611
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Wed 10/810:30 amSFO - ZRH
2 stops24h 15mScandinavian Airlines
Tue 10/218:25 pmZRH - SFO
2 stops36h 08mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 9/15$612
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Wed 11/193:30 pmSFO - ZRH
2 stops19h 10mScandinavian Airlines
Thu 11/2712:15 pmZRH - SFO
2 stops35h 20mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 9/15$613
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 11/94:40 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop18h 00mScandinavian Airlines
Tue 11/2510:25 amZRH - SFO
2 stops21h 30mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 9/16$614
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/96:50 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop33h 50mTurkish Airlines
Tue 11/252:35 pmZRH - SFO
1 stop35h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/15$615
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Sun 12/78:25 amSFO - ZRH
2 stops28h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/156:55 amZRH - SFO
2 stops23h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$617
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Mon 10/63:30 pmSFO - ZRH
2 stops19h 15mScandinavian Airlines
Wed 10/2910:25 amZRH - SFO
2 stops19h 47mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 9/15$620
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Sat 10/116:59 pmSFO - ZRH
2 stops39h 46mScandinavian Airlines
Sat 10/2510:20 amZRH - SFO
2 stops18h 55mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 9/16$621

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Salinas to Lucerne 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 September 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Salinas to Lucerne that are best for you.

Fly from

Salinas

Fly to

Lucerne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Sun 11/9

4:40 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop18h 00m

Zurich

Tue 11/25

10:25 am-10:55 pm

2 stops21h 30m

$614

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Fri 11/28

7:00 am-11:45 am

2 stops19h 45m

Zurich

Tue 12/9

10:25 am-8:25 pm

2 stops19h 00m

$627

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Sun 10/12

7:40 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop15h 05m

Zurich

Tue 10/21

10:20 am-11:41 pm

2 stops22h 21m

$654

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Fri 10/31

5:40 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops34h 45m

Zurich

Sat 11/8

10:25 am-9:57 pm

2 stops20h 32m

$658

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Sun 11/23

4:40 pm-6:10 pm

2 stops16h 30m

Zurich

Wed 12/3

10:25 am-10:58 pm

2 stops21h 33m

$702

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Sat 12/13

7:05 am-9:40 am

2 stops17h 35m

Zurich

Sat 12/27

4:45 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops30h 50m

$762

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Mon 12/15

7:05 am-9:40 am

2 stops17h 35m

Zurich

Tue 12/23

10:25 am-10:58 pm

2 stops21h 33m

$764

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Sun 10/26

7:00 am-11:45 am

2 stops20h 45m

Zurich

Sat 11/1

10:25 am-10:12 pm

2 stops19h 47m

$767

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Thu 9/25

12:40 pm-7:35 pm

2 stops21h 55m

Zurich

Fri 10/10

10:20 am-4:05 pm

2 stops38h 45m

$846

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Sun 11/9

7:25 pm-3:30 pm

Nonstop11h 05m

Zurich

Tue 11/25

1:15 pm-4:30 pm

Nonstop12h 15m

$880

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Best time to book a flight from Salinas to Lucerne

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Lucerne from Salinas with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Salinas to Lucerne

How far ahead should I book a flight from Salinas to Lucerne?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Salinas to Lucerne. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Salinas to Lucerne is 76 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.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Salinas to Lucerne?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Lucerne (average of $637). Flying from Salinas to Lucerne in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,147). 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 S9N to LU9?

Find hourly flight availability from Salinas to Lucerne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 16, 2025.

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

What is the cheapest day to fly from Salinas to Lucerne?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Salinas to Lucerne flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Salinas to Lucerne

Explore weekly flight availability from Salinas to Lucerne. 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 September 16, 2025.

The most flights from S9N to LU9 are scheduled on a Tuesday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Lucerne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Lucerne. 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 Lucerne. Reviews last updated September 16, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Salinas to Lucerne, such as SWISS, Scandinavian Airlines, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
SWISS
7.6
Good
1,737 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.1

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Joanne,Sep 2025

OPO - ZRH

The seats were very cramped, even though I paid for an upgraded seat. The seats were also hard, and needed new padding. This made is made it very challenging for this 11 hour flight. The foot was alright. The crew were excellent, and the movie selection was very good. The experience was so challenging what my husband says he does not want to fly to Europe any more.
SWISS
7.6
Good
1,737 reviews
SWISS
7.6
Good
1,737 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.1

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Joanne,Sep 2025

OPO - ZRH

The seats were very cramped, even though I paid for an upgraded seat. The seats were also hard, and needed new padding. This made is made it very challenging for this 11 hour flight. The foot was alright. The crew were excellent, and the movie selection was very good. The experience was so challenging what my husband says he does not want to fly to Europe any more.
Scandinavian Airlines
7.4
Good
1,486 reviews
SWISS
7.6
Good
1,737 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.1

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Joanne,Sep 2025

OPO - ZRH

The seats were very cramped, even though I paid for an upgraded seat. The seats were also hard, and needed new padding. This made is made it very challenging for this 11 hour flight. The foot was alright. The crew were excellent, and the movie selection was very good. The experience was so challenging what my husband says he does not want to fly to Europe any more.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,924 reviews
SWISS
7.6
Good
1,737 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.1

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Joanne,Sep 2025

OPO - ZRH

The seats were very cramped, even though I paid for an upgraded seat. The seats were also hard, and needed new padding. This made is made it very challenging for this 11 hour flight. The foot was alright. The crew were excellent, and the movie selection was very good. The experience was so challenging what my husband says he does not want to fly to Europe any more.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,968 reviews
SWISS
7.6
Good
1,737 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.1

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Joanne,Sep 2025

OPO - ZRH

The seats were very cramped, even though I paid for an upgraded seat. The seats were also hard, and needed new padding. This made is made it very challenging for this 11 hour flight. The foot was alright. The crew were excellent, and the movie selection was very good. The experience was so challenging what my husband says he does not want to fly to Europe any more.
Condor
6.3
Okay
366 reviews
SWISS
7.6
Good
1,737 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.1

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Joanne,Sep 2025

OPO - ZRH

The seats were very cramped, even though I paid for an upgraded seat. The seats were also hard, and needed new padding. This made is made it very challenging for this 11 hour flight. The foot was alright. The crew were excellent, and the movie selection was very good. The experience was so challenging what my husband says he does not want to fly to Europe any more.

Related info for your journey

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

  • How popular is this Salinas to Lucerne flight route?

    This flight path from Salinas to Lucerne was viewed by 48 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 Salinas to Lucerne?

    A quick flight from Salinas to Lucerne can take about 18h. Scandinavian Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $614. Salinas and Lucerne are separated by a distance of 5822 mi.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Salinas to Lucerne?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Salinas to Lucerne are United Airlines (86%), SWISS (86%) and Air Canada (76%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Salinas to Lucerne?

    While on average a flight from Salinas to Lucerne is generally $4,599, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $410. When looking at the most popular route, (San Francisco - Zurich), you can expect to pay $461 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Salinas to Lucerne that include hotel bookings?

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Salinas to Lucerne?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Salinas to Lucerne 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 Salinas to Lucerne?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Lucerne (average of $637). Flying from Salinas to Lucerne in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,147). 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 Salinas to Lucerne

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Salinas to Lucerne. 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 September 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$358Average$752FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$404Average$708FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
KLMCheapest$491Average$920FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$521Average$725FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$526Average$827FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
CondorCheapest$549Average$926FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$561Average$893FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$608Average$697FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$636Average$1,050FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SWISSCheapest$663Average$1,403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%

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