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$578+ Cheap flights from Zurich (ZRH) to San Francisco (SFO)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZRH — SFO
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Zurich to San Francisco

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$578
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July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$802

Good round-trip deal

$708 or less

Good one-way deal

$709 or less
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Cheapest flights from Zurich to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Zurich to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/177:15 amZRH - SFO
1 stop15h 35mBritish Airways
Tue 7/14:14 pmSFO - ZRH
2 stops17h 41mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/10$578
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 6/177:15 amZRH - SFO
1 stop15h 35mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/14:35 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop21h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$580
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Mon 9/83:45 pmZRH - SFO
3 stops34h 00mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Mon 9/224:20 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop15h 55mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 6/10$585
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/310:50 amZRH - SFO
2 stops22h 09mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/154:35 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop18h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$594
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Fri 10/310:20 amZRH - SFO
2 stops21h 53mScandinavian Airlines
Sun 10/127:40 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop15h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 6/11$597
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/210:50 amZRH - SFO
2 stops22h 09mFinnair
Tue 10/144:35 pmSFO - ZRH
2 stops32h 10mFinnair
Deal found 6/10$608
This Flysmarter deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Fri 9/511:20 amZRH - SFO
2 stops18h 16mAir Canada
Fri 9/268:30 amSFO - ZRH
2 stops18h 10mAir Canada
Deal found 6/10$658
This Iberia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Thu 9/2511:50 amZRH - SFO
2 stops21h 25mIberia
Tue 10/212:28 pmSFO - ZRH
2 stops19h 32mIberia
Deal found 6/12$667
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 9/2611:20 amZRH - SFO
2 stops42h 33mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/116:00 amSFO - ZRH
2 stops17h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$669
This Condor deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Thu 6/128:00 amZRH - SFO
1 stop15h 30mCondor
Wed 6/254:30 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop14h 10mCondor
Deal found 6/11$670
This Flysmarter deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Thu 6/261:35 pmZRH - SFO
Nonstop12h 00mSWISS
Thu 7/172:20 pmSFO - ZRH
Nonstop11h 00mSWISS
Deal found 6/11$695
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/167:45 amZRH - SFO
2 stops18h 32mDelta
Sat 8/239:00 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop28h 35mDelta
Deal found 6/11$719

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Zurich 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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Zurich to San Francisco that are best for you.

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ZurichSan Francisco

ZRH - SFO

ZRHSFO

Zurich

Sat 10/11

6:00 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops31h 30m

San Francisco

Sat 10/25

8:50 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops31h 15m

$578

ZurichSan Francisco

ZRH - SFO

ZRHSFO

Zurich

Sun 10/19

7:45 am-1:50 pm

1 stop15h 05m

San Francisco

Sun 11/2

2:31 pm-6:40 pm

2 stops19h 09m

$580

ZurichSan Francisco

ZRH - SFO

ZRHSFO

Zurich

Fri 9/5

7:15 am-1:50 pm

1 stop15h 35m

San Francisco

Fri 9/26

4:30 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop19h 25m

$581

ZurichSan Francisco

ZRH - SFO

ZRHSFO

Zurich

Mon 9/8

3:45 pm-4:45 pm

3 stops34h 00m

San Francisco

Mon 9/22

4:20 pm-5:15 pm

1 stop15h 55m

$585

ZurichSan Francisco

ZRH - SFO

ZRHSFO

Zurich

Fri 10/3

10:50 am-11:59 pm

2 stops22h 09m

San Francisco

Wed 10/15

4:35 pm-7:50 pm

1 stop18h 15m

$594

ZurichSan Francisco

ZRH - SFO

ZRHSFO

Zurich

Thu 10/2

10:50 am-11:59 pm

2 stops22h 09m

San Francisco

Tue 10/14

4:35 pm-9:45 am

2 stops32h 10m

$608

ZurichSan Francisco

ZRH - SFO

ZRHSFO

Zurich

Fri 9/5

11:20 am-8:36 pm

2 stops18h 16m

San Francisco

Fri 9/26

8:30 am-11:40 am

2 stops18h 10m

$658

ZurichSan Francisco

ZRH - SFO

ZRHSFO

Zurich

Wed 10/1

7:45 pm-12:15 am

2 stops37h 30m

San Francisco

Mon 10/13

4:35 pm-7:00 pm

2 stops41h 25m

$664

ZurichSan Francisco

ZRH - SFO

ZRHSFO

Zurich

Fri 9/26

11:20 am-8:53 pm

2 stops42h 33m

San Francisco

Sat 10/11

6:00 am-8:15 am

2 stops17h 15m

$669

ZurichSan Francisco

ZRH - SFO

ZRHSFO

Zurich

Thu 6/26

1:10 pm-4:10 pm

Nonstop12h 00m

San Francisco

Wed 7/9

7:30 pm-3:50 pm

Nonstop11h 20m

$691

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The best insider tips for Zurich to San Francisco flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Zurich to San Francisco trip
Airports
ZRH

For efficient check-in, use Swiss Air's areas 1 and 3. Arriving by train? Check-in area 3 is most convenient.

Read more about ZRHby Yulia Denisyuk
SFO

Use BART for a cost-effective trip from SFO to downtown San Francisco. It takes about 40 minutes.

Read more about SFOby Harriet Baskas
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Yulia Denisyuk

Yulia Denisyuk

Expert on ZRH

Yulia Denisyuk

Yulia Denisyuk

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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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on SFO

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Best time to book a flight from Zurich to San Francisco

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Zurich to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

Booking 56 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Zurich 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 Zurich to San Francisco?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Zurich to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $364). 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 SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Zurich 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 June 12, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Zurich to San Francisco in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 28% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

Weekly flight availability from Zurich to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from Zurich 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 June 12, 2025.

The most flights from ZRH to SFO are scheduled on a Monday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 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 June 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, KLM and LOT from Zurich to San Francisco by reading reviews from past customers. 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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

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
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

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
KLM
7.8
Good
1,358 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

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
LOT
7.6
Good
1,077 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

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
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
802 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

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
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,290 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Zurich 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 airports do I use to fly from Zurich to San Francisco?

    Booking a flight from Zurich (ZRH) to San Francisco (SFO) is your only option if you wish to fly from Zurich to San Francisco. On a typical day, there are 5 flights from Zurich to San Francisco, all of which are around 12h 00m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 6 airlines when you book a flight from Zurich to San Francisco.

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

    Within the past month, 4 users have taken a look at flights from Zurich to San Francisco.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Zurich to San Francisco round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Zurich to San Francisco round-trip from $578. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $580, and British Airways, from $581. These flights start at 22% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $613 on TAP AIR PORTUGAL. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Scandinavian Airlines from $621 and LOT from $666 one-way.

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

    Consider United Airlines (77%), SWISS (77%) or Air Canada (71%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Zurich to San Francisco.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Zurich to San Francisco? While on average our users pay $1,630, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $596. The most popular route (Zurich - San Francisco), is priced around $475.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Zurich to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $364). 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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Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$492Average$636FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$529Average$663FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$554Average$852FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$597Average$778FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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