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$428+ Cheap flights from Switzerland to San Francisco (SFO)

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ZRH — SFO
may. 6 — may. 131
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Cheap flight deals from Switzerland to San Francisco

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Switzerland to San Francisco flight deals. Data was last updated mayo 1, 2025.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$544
(Scandinavian Airlines)

One-way from

$428
(TAP AIR PORTUGAL)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$751

Good round-trip deal

$656 or less

Good one-way deal

$676 or less
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From Switzerland to San Francisco
One-way flight from Switzerland to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($123 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($25 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Switzerland to San Francisco.
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Cheapest flights from Switzerland to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Switzerland to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on mayo 1, 2025.

This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
mié. 9/1011:00 amGVA - SFO
1 stop14h 30mScandinavian Airlines
mié. 10/157:40 pmSFO - GVA
1 stop14h 50mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 4/30$544
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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.
mié. 9/1012:40 pmGVA - SFO
1 stop16h 26mUnited Airlines
mié. 10/152:20 pmSFO - GVA
1 stop19h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/1$559
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 5/78:00 amZRH - SFO
2 stops24h 54mMultiple Airlines
mié. 5/144:30 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop14h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$560
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
mar. 5/209:25 pmGVA - SFO
1 stop25h 25mBritish Airways
mar. 5/277:30 pmSFO - GVA
1 stop16h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/30$562
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
vie. 9/1210:20 amZRH - SFO
1 stop15h 10mScandinavian Airlines
sáb. 9/277:40 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop29h 00mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 4/30$564
This Flysmarter deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
mié. 10/1511:20 amZRH - SFO
2 stops19h 20mAir Canada
mar. 10/2111:40 amSFO - ZRH
1 stop14h 45mAir Canada
Deal found 4/30$565
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
mar. 5/2010:10 amGVA - SFO
2 stops22h 56mAmerican Airlines
mar. 5/2711:52 amSFO - GVA
2 stops26h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$565
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
vie. 5/96:00 amBSL - SFO
1 stop20h 15mAmerican Airlines
dom. 5/257:30 pmSFO - BSL
1 stop14h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$569
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
jue. 5/151:25 pmZRH - SFO
1 stop28h 54mUnited Airlines
mié. 5/281:00 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop13h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$569
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
vie. 5/97:15 pmBSL - SFO
1 stop27h 35mBritish Airways
dom. 5/254:20 pmSFO - BSL
1 stop21h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/30$571
This Iberia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
vie. 5/911:45 amBSL - SFO
2 stops21h 04mMultiple Airlines
dom. 5/257:21 amSFO - BSL
2 stops18h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$577
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
mié. 9/247:15 amZRH - SFO
1 stop15h 35mAmerican Airlines
lun. 10/1311:48 amSFO - ZRH
2 stops21h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$577

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Switzerland to San Francisco 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 mayo 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Switzerland to San Francisco that are best for you.

Fly from

Switzerland

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

GenevaSan Francisco

GVA - SFO

GVASFO

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

jue. 8/28

11:00 am-4:30 pm

1 stop14h 30m

San Francisco

sáb. 9/6

7:40 pm-10:20 am

1 stop29h 40m

$543

GenevaSan Francisco

GVA - SFO

GVASFO

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

lun. 5/19

12:40 pm-11:35 am

1 stop31h 55m

San Francisco

mar. 6/3

6:10 am-10:00 am

2 stops18h 50m

$559

ZurichSan Francisco

ZRH - SFO

ZRHSFO

Zurich

mar. 5/13

8:00 am-2:30 pm

1 stop15h 30m

San Francisco

mar. 5/20

4:30 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop14h 30m

$560

GenevaSan Francisco

GVA - SFO

GVASFO

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

mar. 5/20

9:25 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop25h 25m

San Francisco

mar. 5/27

7:30 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop16h 05m

$562

ZurichSan Francisco

ZRH - SFO

ZRHSFO

Zurich

vie. 9/12

10:20 am-4:30 pm

1 stop15h 10m

San Francisco

sáb. 9/27

7:40 pm-9:40 am

1 stop29h 00m

$564

ZurichSan Francisco

ZRH - SFO

ZRHSFO

Zurich

mié. 10/15

11:20 am-9:40 pm

2 stops19h 20m

San Francisco

mar. 10/21

11:40 am-11:25 am

1 stop14h 45m

$565

GenevaSan Francisco

GVA - SFO

GVASFO

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

mar. 5/20

10:10 am-12:06 am

2 stops22h 56m

San Francisco

mar. 5/27

11:52 am-11:10 pm

2 stops26h 18m

$565

ZurichSan Francisco

ZRH - SFO

ZRHSFO

Zurich

jue. 5/15

1:25 pm-9:19 am

1 stop28h 54m

San Francisco

mié. 5/28

1:00 pm-11:40 am

1 stop13h 40m

$569

BaselSan Francisco

BSL - SFO

BSLSFO

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

dom. 5/25

7:05 am-1:50 pm

1 stop15h 45m

San Francisco

mar. 6/10

1:17 pm-6:30 pm

2 stops20h 13m

$570

BaselSan Francisco

BSL - SFO

BSLSFO

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

mié. 5/28

11:50 am-5:15 pm

1 stop14h 25m

San Francisco

sáb. 6/7

1:57 pm-6:25 pm

2 stops19h 28m

$571

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Switzerland to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Switzerland to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $384). 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 CH to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Switzerland to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated mayo 1, 2025.

When flying from Switzerland to San Francisco, 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 Switzerland to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from Switzerland to San Francisco. 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 mayo 1, 2025.

The most flights from CH0 to SFO are scheduled on a Wednesday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated mayo 1, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Switzerland to San Francisco, see what other customers have to say about Delta, KLM and LOT. 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

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from Switzerland to San Francisco, you will be flying into San Francisco. San Francisco (SFO) is just 11.8 mi from the center of the city.

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

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is TAP AIR PORTUGAL, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $428. However, be on the lookout for offers from Vueling and Iberia, as they are both options that can get you from Switzerland to San Francisco for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Switzerland to San Francisco?

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

    The cheapest flight price from Switzerland to San Francisco is $538. On average you can expect to pay $1,174. The most popular route, (Zurich - San Francisco), can usually be booked for $462.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Switzerland to San Francisco 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 Switzerland to San Francisco?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Switzerland to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Switzerland to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $384). 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 Switzerland to San Francisco

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Switzerland to San Francisco. 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 mayo 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$390Average$627FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$492Average$636FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$494Average$799FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$542Average$712FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
ITA AirwaysCheapest$568Average$589FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
LufthansaCheapest$574Average$663FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
SWISSCheapest$611Average$900FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
American AirlinesCheapest$688Average$854FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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