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$497+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) 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 11/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — ZRH
Aug 25 — Sep 11
Tue 8/25
Tue 9/1
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Lucerne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Lucerne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 26, 2026.

This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/112:55 pm
SFO
-
ZRH
1 stop38h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 10/173:10 pm
ZRH
-
SFO
1 stop34h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/24$749
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/284:30 pm
SFO
-
ZRH
1 stop14h 10m
Condor
Wed 10/78:00 am
ZRH
-
SFO
2 stops19h 50m
Condor
Deal found 7/22$750
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.
Wed 7/294:30 pm
SFO
-
ZRH
1 stop31h 20m
Condor
Tue 10/138:00 am
ZRH
-
SFO
1 stop15h 30m
Condor
Deal found 7/23$751
This Condor 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 Condor is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/174:30 pm
SFO
-
ZRH
1 stop18h 50m
Condor
Fri 10/238:00 am
ZRH
-
SFO
1 stop15h 30m
Condor
Deal found 7/22$752
This Condor 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 Condor is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/184:30 pm
SFO
-
ZRH
1 stop14h 05m
Condor
Fri 9/48:00 am
ZRH
-
SFO
1 stop15h 30m
Condor
Deal found 7/21$753
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/284:30 pm
SFO
-
ZRH
1 stop31h 20m
Condor
Wed 10/144:40 pm
ZRH
-
SFO
1 stop30h 50m
Condor
Deal found 7/21$754
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 9/144:30 pm
SFO
-
ZRH
1 stop14h 10m
Condor
Mon 9/2811:20 am
ZRH
-
SFO
2 stops40h 03m
Condor
Deal found 7/25$755
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/134:30 pm
SFO
-
ZRH
1 stop19h 10m
Condor
Thu 8/2711:20 am
ZRH
-
SFO
2 stops40h 03m
Condor
Deal found 7/22$756
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/174:30 pm
SFO
-
ZRH
1 stop19h 15m
Condor
Tue 8/254:45 pm
ZRH
-
SFO
2 stops34h 38m
Condor
Deal found 7/21$757
This KAYAK 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/34:30 pm
SFO
-
ZRH
1 stop18h 50m
Condor
Fri 10/98:00 am
ZRH
-
SFO
1 stop15h 30m
Condor
Deal found 7/22$758
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/174:30 pm
SFO
-
ZRH
1 stop14h 10m
Condor
Sat 10/248:00 am
ZRH
-
SFO
1 stop15h 30m
Condor
Deal found 7/25$759

Find flight deals from San Francisco to Lucerne

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco to Lucerne flight deals. Data was last updated July 26, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$749
(Turkish Airlines)

One-way from

$497
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,181
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 July 26, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Lucerne that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Thu 9/24

4:30 pm-3:40 pm

1 stop14h 10m

Zurich

Thu 10/8

11:20 am-9:29 pm

2 stops19h 09m

$760

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Mon 9/28

4:30 pm-3:40 pm

1 stop14h 10m

Zurich

Wed 10/7

8:00 am-6:50 pm

2 stops19h 50m

$780

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Wed 8/26

4:30 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop19h 05m

Zurich

Wed 9/9

8:00 am-6:23 pm

2 stops19h 23m

$790

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Mon 11/2

2:40 pm-5:50 pm

2 stops18h 10m

Zurich

Tue 11/10

6:50 am-5:03 pm

2 stops19h 13m

$831
Quickest round-trip

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Tue 10/13

2:25 pm-10:20 am

Nonstop10h 55m

Zurich

Tue 10/20

1:35 pm-4:35 pm

Nonstop12h 00m

$865

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Sun 8/23

4:45 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop17h 55m

Zurich

Tue 9/8

1:40 pm-2:40 pm

2 stops34h 00m

$894

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Thu 9/24

12:55 pm-11:45 am

1 stop13h 50m

Zurich

Thu 10/8

1:15 pm-4:15 pm

Nonstop12h 00m

$921

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Sun 10/11

12:55 pm-11:45 am

1 stop13h 50m

Zurich

Mon 10/19

1:10 pm-4:15 pm

Nonstop12h 05m

$921

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Fri 10/23

4:45 pm-1:45 pm

2 stops36h 00m

Zurich

Sun 11/1

1:30 pm-2:50 pm

2 stops34h 20m

$928

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Mon 8/24

4:45 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop17h 55m

Zurich

Thu 8/27

2:55 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop32h 45m

$934

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Lucerne

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Lucerne

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to LU9?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 July 26, 2026.

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

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Lucerne

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco 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 July 26, 2026.

The most flights from SFO to LU9 are scheduled on a Monday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Lucerne?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
San Francisco to Lucerne flights typically cost between $864 and $1,312 in October.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $749 on Turkish Airlines (Oct 1-Oct 17).

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 July 26, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown SWISS,Turkish Airlines, andScandinavian Airlines from San Francisco to Lucerne. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
SWISS
7.5
Good
2,018 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.3

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2026

LAX - ZRH

I want the first option as an entree no more I ordered the Meat it was horrible. The aspect and the taste. First time on Swiss airlines ‘s Business class was surprise on the mediocre of the food. The seats are not as comfortable as in Emirates Brrtish airlines and Iberia airlines The service was ok not great The vanity xase is a joke Only socks, toothpaste and toothbrush. I just choose Swiss air because it was a direct flight. Next time I will rather have a flight nonstop that flying again with this company. I am a frequent flyer traveling 4 or 5 times a intraoceanic flight.but I do not think to flight for the moment again with Swiss. Great disappointment
SWISS
7.5
Good
2,018 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
2,018 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.3

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2026

LAX - ZRH

I want the first option as an entree no more I ordered the Meat it was horrible. The aspect and the taste. First time on Swiss airlines ‘s Business class was surprise on the mediocre of the food. The seats are not as comfortable as in Emirates Brrtish airlines and Iberia airlines The service was ok not great The vanity xase is a joke Only socks, toothpaste and toothbrush. I just choose Swiss air because it was a direct flight. Next time I will rather have a flight nonstop that flying again with this company. I am a frequent flyer traveling 4 or 5 times a intraoceanic flight.but I do not think to flight for the moment again with Swiss. Great disappointment
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,451 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
2,018 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.3

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2026

LAX - ZRH

I want the first option as an entree no more I ordered the Meat it was horrible. The aspect and the taste. First time on Swiss airlines ‘s Business class was surprise on the mediocre of the food. The seats are not as comfortable as in Emirates Brrtish airlines and Iberia airlines The service was ok not great The vanity xase is a joke Only socks, toothpaste and toothbrush. I just choose Swiss air because it was a direct flight. Next time I will rather have a flight nonstop that flying again with this company. I am a frequent flyer traveling 4 or 5 times a intraoceanic flight.but I do not think to flight for the moment again with Swiss. Great disappointment
Scandinavian Airlines
7.4
Good
1,903 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
2,018 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.3

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2026

LAX - ZRH

I want the first option as an entree no more I ordered the Meat it was horrible. The aspect and the taste. First time on Swiss airlines ‘s Business class was surprise on the mediocre of the food. The seats are not as comfortable as in Emirates Brrtish airlines and Iberia airlines The service was ok not great The vanity xase is a joke Only socks, toothpaste and toothbrush. I just choose Swiss air because it was a direct flight. Next time I will rather have a flight nonstop that flying again with this company. I am a frequent flyer traveling 4 or 5 times a intraoceanic flight.but I do not think to flight for the moment again with Swiss. Great disappointment
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,040 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
2,018 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.3

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2026

LAX - ZRH

I want the first option as an entree no more I ordered the Meat it was horrible. The aspect and the taste. First time on Swiss airlines ‘s Business class was surprise on the mediocre of the food. The seats are not as comfortable as in Emirates Brrtish airlines and Iberia airlines The service was ok not great The vanity xase is a joke Only socks, toothpaste and toothbrush. I just choose Swiss air because it was a direct flight. Next time I will rather have a flight nonstop that flying again with this company. I am a frequent flyer traveling 4 or 5 times a intraoceanic flight.but I do not think to flight for the moment again with Swiss. Great disappointment
Condor
6.5
Okay
531 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
2,018 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.3

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2026

LAX - ZRH

I want the first option as an entree no more I ordered the Meat it was horrible. The aspect and the taste. First time on Swiss airlines ‘s Business class was surprise on the mediocre of the food. The seats are not as comfortable as in Emirates Brrtish airlines and Iberia airlines The service was ok not great The vanity xase is a joke Only socks, toothpaste and toothbrush. I just choose Swiss air because it was a direct flight. Next time I will rather have a flight nonstop that flying again with this company. I am a frequent flyer traveling 4 or 5 times a intraoceanic flight.but I do not think to flight for the moment again with Swiss. Great disappointment

Related info for your journey

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

    San Francisco (SFO), located 11.0 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from San Francisco to Lucerne. 10 airlines have flights from San Francisco to Lucerne on a regular basis. Booking flights from San Francisco to Lucerne should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 4 outbound flights to Lucerne per day.

  • How popular is this San Francisco to Lucerne flight route?

    Flights from San Francisco to Lucerne have been viewed 32 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to Lucerne?

    Airlines like Delta and United Airlines fly from San Francisco to Lucerne in about 10h 55m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 7h 15m. There are 5822 mi between San Francisco and Lucerne. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Lucerne one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Francisco to Lucerne are Turkish Airlines ($159), Scandinavian Airlines ($336), and Condor ($442).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to Lucerne?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from San Francisco to Lucerne consider choosing United Airlines (81%), SWISS (81%) or Air Canada (66%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Lucerne?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $384. While the most popular route (San Francisco - Zurich) can be booked for $585 on average, our data indicates $2,470 when flying from San Francisco to Lucerne.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Lucerne flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Lucerne?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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.

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Top 10 airlines flying from San Francisco to Lucerne

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 July 26, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$485Average$578FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$525Average$769FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$526Average$829FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
CondorCheapest$563Average$913FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$609Average$758FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$682Average$844FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SWISSCheapest$682Average$1,344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
United AirlinesCheapest$698Average$1,352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$784Average$1,181FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LufthansaCheapest$937Average$1,860FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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