HomeSearch by dateVacation packagesHotelsFlight dealsCar rentalTravel tips & news
San Francisco

$400+ Cheap flights from Switzerland to San Francisco (SFO)

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 6/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZRH — SFO
มิ.ย. 6 — มิ.ย. 131
ส. 6/6
ส. 6/13
1 adult, Economy
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from Switzerland to San Francisco with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go

Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”

2. Select your favorite providers

We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.

3. Compare prices and book

Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

Cheap flight deals from Switzerland to San Francisco

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 พฤษภาคม 7, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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.
พฤ. 5/218:35 am
GVA
-
SFO
1 stop20h 15m
United Airlines
พ. 5/277:00 am
SFO
-
GVA
1 stop15h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/6$679
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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.
ส. 5/237:15 am
GVA
-
SFO
1 stop18h 20m
United Airlines
อ. 5/265:05 am
SFO
-
GVA
2 stops17h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/6$681
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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.
ศ. 10/166:10 am
GVA
-
SFO
1 stop18h 10m
United Airlines
ศ. 10/3010:35 pm
SFO
-
GVA
1 stop25h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/7$682
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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.
อา. 11/151:50 pm
GVA
-
SFO
1 stop15h 20m
United Airlines
ศ. 11/2710:35 pm
SFO
-
GVA
1 stop24h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/6$683
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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.
ศ. 9/48:30 am
GVA
-
SFO
2 stops19h 33m
United Airlines
ศ. 9/256:30 am
SFO
-
GVA
1 stop16h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/5$685
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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.
อ. 5/1911:00 am
GVA
-
SFO
1 stop19h 11m
United Airlines
อ. 6/21:05 pm
SFO
-
GVA
1 stop13h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/6$686
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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.
ศ. 10/166:10 am
GVA
-
SFO
2 stops20h 24m
United Airlines
อ. 11/35:20 am
SFO
-
GVA
2 stops17h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/7$687
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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.
พฤ. 6/1112:40 pm
GVA
-
SFO
1 stop17h 22m
United Airlines
พฤ. 7/92:20 pm
SFO
-
GVA
1 stop19h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/7$688
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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.
พฤ. 5/289:20 am
GVA
-
SFO
2 stops19h 50m
United Airlines
อ. 6/27:00 am
SFO
-
GVA
2 stops17h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/7$689
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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.
อ. 8/119:20 am
GVA
-
SFO
2 stops30h 21m
United Airlines
พ. 8/197:35 pm
SFO
-
GVA
1 stop14h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/7$690
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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.
ส. 11/76:45 am
GVA
-
SFO
2 stops19h 58m
United Airlines
อา. 11/158:25 am
SFO
-
GVA
1 stop16h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/6$692
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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.
อ. 10/66:05 am
BSL
-
SFO
1 stop15h 35m
Lufthansa
ส. 10/247:00 am
SFO
-
BSL
2 stops18h 10m
Lufthansa
Deal found 5/6$751

Find 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 พฤษภาคม 7, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$679
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$400
(Connections by easyJet)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$816

Good round-trip deal

$904 or less

Good one-way deal

$867 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Zurich-San Francisco flight deals.
Search Deals
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Zurich-San Francisco flights.
Search Deals
From Switzerland to San Francisco
Search Deals
One-way flight from Switzerland to San Francisco
Search Deals
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($54 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
Search Deals
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Switzerland to San Francisco.
Search Deals
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Switzerland to San Francisco.
Search Deals

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 พฤษภาคม 7, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Switzerland to San Francisco that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

GenevaSan Francisco

GVA - SFO

GVASFO

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

พฤ. 5/21

8:35 am-7:50 pm

1 stop20h 15m

San Francisco

พ. 5/27

7:00 am-7:30 am

1 stop15h 30m

$679

GenevaSan Francisco

GVA - SFO

GVASFO

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

ส. 5/23

7:15 am-4:35 pm

1 stop18h 20m

San Francisco

อ. 5/26

5:05 am-7:30 am

2 stops17h 25m

$681

GenevaSan Francisco

GVA - SFO

GVASFO

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

พ. 10/7

6:10 am-12:40 pm

1 stop15h 30m

San Francisco

อา. 10/11

10:55 pm-7:40 am

1 stop23h 45m

$682

GenevaSan Francisco

GVA - SFO

GVASFO

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

พ. 9/23

8:30 am-3:20 pm

1 stop15h 50m

San Francisco

อา. 9/27

10:35 pm-7:40 am

1 stop24h 05m

$682

GenevaSan Francisco

GVA - SFO

GVASFO

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

ส. 6/13

12:40 pm-9:02 pm

1 stop17h 22m

San Francisco

พ. 7/8

7:35 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop14h 20m

$688

GenevaSan Francisco

GVA - SFO

GVASFO

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

จ. 5/18

7:05 am-5:46 pm

2 stops19h 41m

San Francisco

จ. 5/25

9:00 pm-7:30 am

2 stops25h 30m

$694

GenevaSan Francisco

GVA - SFO

GVASFO

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

พ. 7/15

8:15 am-1:15 am

2 stops26h 00m

San Francisco

พ. 7/29

2:20 pm-10:05 am

1 stop34h 45m

$714

GenevaSan Francisco

GVA - SFO

GVASFO

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

ศ. 9/11

7:00 am-1:50 pm

1 stop15h 50m

San Francisco

ส. 9/26

11:35 am-2:00 pm

2 stops17h 25m

$756

GenevaSan Francisco

GVA - SFO

GVASFO

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

อ. 9/8

7:00 am-1:50 pm

1 stop15h 50m

San Francisco

จ. 10/12

11:30 am-2:30 pm

2 stops18h 00m

$757

GenevaSan Francisco

GVA - SFO

GVASFO

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

พฤ. 10/15

7:00 am-1:50 pm

1 stop15h 50m

San Francisco

ส. 10/24

9:40 pm-9:15 am

1 stop27h 35m

$758

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 5/3

Showing 1-10 of 54 resultsSorted by cheapest first
1
2
3
...
6

Best time to book a flight from Switzerland to San Francisco

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Francisco from Switzerland with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Booking 86 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Switzerland to San Francisco. 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 Switzerland to San Francisco?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Switzerland to San Francisco (average of $399). Flying from Switzerland to San Francisco in September is currently the most expensive (average of $1,656). 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 พฤษภาคม 7, 2026.

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.

How often are flights from Switzerland to San Francisco delayed?

About 17% of weekly flights between Switzerland and San Francisco have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 147 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Switzerland to San Francisco flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Switzerland to San Francisco flights?

Over the last year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 15% of flights being delayed.

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 พฤษภาคม 7, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown SWISS,Scandinavian Airlines, andUnited Airlines from Switzerland to San Francisco. 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
7.6
Good
1,937 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

CFJ,Mar 2026

ZRH - VCE

Swiss International Airlines is heading towards becoming a budget carrier. The seats are in comfortable and have absolutely no recline. The crew are friendly, but offer a few services. At least they all line is usually punctual.
SWISS
7.6
Good
1,937 reviews
SWISS
7.6
Good
1,937 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

CFJ,Mar 2026

ZRH - VCE

Swiss International Airlines is heading towards becoming a budget carrier. The seats are in comfortable and have absolutely no recline. The crew are friendly, but offer a few services. At least they all line is usually punctual.
Scandinavian Airlines
7.4
Good
1,770 reviews
SWISS
7.6
Good
1,937 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

CFJ,Mar 2026

ZRH - VCE

Swiss International Airlines is heading towards becoming a budget carrier. The seats are in comfortable and have absolutely no recline. The crew are friendly, but offer a few services. At least they all line is usually punctual.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,690 reviews
SWISS
7.6
Good
1,937 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

CFJ,Mar 2026

ZRH - VCE

Swiss International Airlines is heading towards becoming a budget carrier. The seats are in comfortable and have absolutely no recline. The crew are friendly, but offer a few services. At least they all line is usually punctual.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,975 reviews
SWISS
7.6
Good
1,937 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

CFJ,Mar 2026

ZRH - VCE

Swiss International Airlines is heading towards becoming a budget carrier. The seats are in comfortable and have absolutely no recline. The crew are friendly, but offer a few services. At least they all line is usually punctual.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,949 reviews
SWISS
7.6
Good
1,937 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

CFJ,Mar 2026

ZRH - VCE

Swiss International Airlines is heading towards becoming a budget carrier. The seats are in comfortable and have absolutely no recline. The crew are friendly, but offer a few services. At least they all line is usually punctual.

Related info for your journey

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

  • 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 11.0 mi from the center of the city.

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

    Within the past month, 8 users have taken a look at flights from Switzerland to San Francisco.

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

    Airlines like United Airlines and British Airways fly from Switzerland to San Francisco in about 15h 35m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 4h 40m. Switzerland and San Francisco are separated by a distance of 5822 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is British Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $330. However, be on the lookout for offers from TAP AIR PORTUGAL and American Airlines, 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?

    Most travelers choose Zurich - San Francisco, Geneva Geneve-Cointrin - San Francisco or Basel EuroAirport Swiss - San Francisco when deciding on the best route 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 $625. On average you can expect to pay $1,017. The most popular route, (Zurich - San Francisco), can usually be booked for $583.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Switzerland to San Francisco (average of $399). Flying from Switzerland to San Francisco in September is currently the most expensive (average of $1,656). 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.

See more FAQs

Traveling to a place near San Francisco?

Book flights to San Francisco if you plan to visit one of these locations
South San Francisco
Santa Cruz
Santa Clara
Fairfield
Rancho Cordova
San Bruno
Watsonville
San Ramon
Emeryville
Vacaville
Roseville
San Carlos
Redwood City
Sunnyvale
Turlock
San Lorenzo
Davis
Manteca
Union City
Elk Grove

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Top 5 airlines flying from Switzerland to San Francisco

Discover the top 5 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 พฤษภาคม 7, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$455Average$607FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LufthansaCheapest$496Average$865FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
SWISSCheapest$502Average$941FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
British AirwaysCheapest$567Average$779FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$569Average$746FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.