Cheap flights from Zurich (ZRH) to San Francisco (SFO) from $412
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ZRH — SFO
May 8 — May 151
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The best prices from Zurich to San Francisco are usually found in February or January, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Sunday and return on a Tuesday
Cheap flight deals from Zurich to San Francisco
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Zurich (ZRH) to San Francisco (SFO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 3, 2024.
Popular in | July |
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Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $672 |
Round-trip from | $268 |
What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Zurich to San Francisco?
Users have found that flying from Zurich to San Francisco on a Friday typically leans towards higher prices. However, this doesn’t mean you still can’t find a deal. Flexibility with other aspects of your flight can still land a great price for your trip.
How far in advance should I book a flight from Zurich to San Francisco?
Find a great deal and save up to 68% by booking at least 22 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from Zurich to San Francisco within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at $778.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Zurich to San Francisco?
February is one of the best times of the year to fly to San Francisco from Zurich. Prices for February average $707 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $462. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of July. Opting for a February flight can save you 58% on your journey compared to booking in July
When is the cheapest time to fly from Zurich to San Francisco (ZRH - SFO)?
It’s optimal to fly from Zurich to San Francisco in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 30% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.
Cheap British Airways flights from Zurich to San Francisco
Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by British Airways for the route between Zurich and San Francisco. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,899,487 searches. Data last updated May 3, 2024.
Find some of the cheapest British Airways flights traveling from Zurich to San Francisco. It's recommended that users confirm their flight details before booking.
Tue 10/2912:30 pmZRH - SFO
1 stop15h 00mBritish Airways
Tue 11/1212:18 pmSFO - ZRH
2 stops18h 22mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/1$465
Thu 10/177:15 amZRH - SFO
1 stop15h 00mBritish Airways
Thu 10/314:26 pmSFO - ZRH
2 stops18h 34mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/2$468
Mon 6/311:45 amZRH - SFO
1 stop16h 24mBritish Airways
Mon 6/246:57 pmSFO - ZRH
2 stops18h 33mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/2$472
Thu 10/177:15 amZRH - SFO
2 stops21h 34mBritish Airways
Thu 10/315:30 pmSFO - ZRH
2 stops18h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/2$474
Sun 9/297:40 amZRH - SFO
1 stop14h 35mBritish Airways
Mon 10/217:38 amSFO - ZRH
2 stops19h 37mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/2$482
Sun 10/207:40 amZRH - SFO
1 stop14h 35mBritish Airways
Tue 2/114:35 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop14h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/2$486
Tue 10/227:15 amZRH - SFO
1 stop15h 00mBritish Airways
Fri 2/149:42 amSFO - ZRH
1 stop13h 33mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/2$487
Fri 9/2011:50 amZRH - SFO
2 stops21h 14mBritish Airways
Mon 9/233:30 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop17h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/2$489
Tue 10/2211:45 amZRH - SFO
2 stops21h 19mBritish Airways
Fri 2/1411:57 pmSFO - ZRH
2 stops23h 18mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/2$491
Cheap Finnair flights from Zurich to San Francisco
Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Finnair for the route between Zurich and San Francisco. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,899,487 searches. Data last updated May 3, 2024.
Take a gander at the lowest prices we've found on Finnair flights from Zurich to San Francisco. Deals are refreshing constantly so come back soon for more options.
Wed 10/23:30 pmZRH - SFO
1 stop30h 45mFinnair
Wed 10/161:47 pmSFO - ZRH
2 stops20h 03mFinnair
Deal found 5/1$479
Thu 10/247:05 pmZRH - SFO
2 stops32h 11mFinnair
Sat 4/193:35 pmSFO - ZRH
2 stops33h 10mFinnair
Deal found 5/2$663
Cheap Zurich to San Francisco flights in May & June 2024
Find cheap flight options from Zurich to San Francisco specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,899,487 searches. Prices were last updated on May 3, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Zurich to San Francisco in May and June 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Thu 5/911:45 amZRH - SFO
1 stop32h 42mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/153:30 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop22h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2$469
Sun 5/1211:45 amZRH - SFO
1 stop16h 24mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/2612:59 pmSFO - ZRH
2 stops24h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$470
Tue 6/47:15 amZRH - SFO
1 stop14h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/243:57 pmSFO - ZRH
2 stops21h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2$471
Fri 5/1011:45 amZRH - SFO
2 stops19h 48mBritish Airways
Fri 5/1711:40 amSFO - ZRH
2 stops18h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/2$472
Tue 6/411:45 amZRH - SFO
2 stops20h 22mFinnair
Mon 6/241:43 pmSFO - ZRH
2 stops19h 22mFinnair
Deal found 5/3$482
Mon 5/1311:45 amZRH - SFO
1 stop16h 24mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/272:13 pmSFO - ZRH
2 stops18h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2$483
Sun 5/1211:45 amZRH - SFO
1 stop16h 24mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/203:30 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop19h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2$484
Fri 5/1711:45 amZRH - SFO
1 stop32h 42mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/302:13 pmSFO - ZRH
2 stops23h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$485
Wed 6/197:40 pmZRH - SFO
1 stop26h 35mBritish Airways
Sun 7/77:20 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop16h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/2$486
Zurich to San Francisco 2024 flight deals
Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Zurich and San Francisco in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,899,487 searches. Data last updated May 3, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Zurich to San Francisco in May and June 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Tue 10/2912:30 pmZRH - SFO
1 stop15h 00mBritish Airways
Tue 11/1212:18 pmSFO - ZRH
2 stops18h 22mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/1$465
Thu 10/177:15 amZRH - SFO
1 stop15h 00mBritish Airways
Thu 10/314:26 pmSFO - ZRH
2 stops18h 34mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/2$468
Fri 11/110:15 amZRH - SFO
2 stops20h 14mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/1510:18 amSFO - ZRH
2 stops17h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$469
Sun 5/1211:45 amZRH - SFO
1 stop16h 24mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/2612:59 pmSFO - ZRH
2 stops24h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$470
Tue 9/107:15 amZRH - SFO
1 stop14h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/244:09 pmSFO - ZRH
2 stops17h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2$471
Fri 5/1011:45 amZRH - SFO
2 stops19h 48mBritish Airways
Fri 5/1711:40 amSFO - ZRH
2 stops18h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/2$472
Thu 10/177:15 amZRH - SFO
2 stops21h 34mBritish Airways
Thu 10/315:30 pmSFO - ZRH
2 stops18h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/2$474
Wed 10/23:30 pmZRH - SFO
1 stop30h 45mFinnair
Wed 10/161:47 pmSFO - ZRH
2 stops20h 03mFinnair
Deal found 5/1$479
Mon 9/307:15 amZRH - SFO
1 stop15h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/104:09 pmSFO - ZRH
2 stops21h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$480
Non-stop flights to San Francisco from Zurich
Discover non-stop flight options from Zurich to San Francisco. Find direct flights with no layovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore non-stop flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,899,487 searches. Data last updated May 3, 2024.
Consider booking one of these non-stop flights heading from Zurich to San Francisco. Select from other flights from Zurich to San Francisco by using the search form above.
Thu 5/161:35 pmZRH - SFO
Nonstop11h 55mSWISS
Wed 5/292:20 pmSFO - ZRH
Nonstop11h 00mSWISS
Deal found 5/2$580
Tue 6/41:35 pmZRH - SFO
Nonstop12h 00mSWISS
Mon 6/247:40 pmSFO - ZRH
Nonstop11h 10mSWISS
Deal found 5/3$587
Tue 6/41:35 pmZRH - SFO
Nonstop12h 00mSWISS
Mon 6/247:40 pmSFO - ZRH
Nonstop11h 10mSWISS
Deal found 5/2$588
Thu 10/241:35 pmZRH - SFO
Nonstop12h 00mUnited Airlines
Sat 2/157:40 pmSFO - ZRH
Nonstop11h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/2$590
Thu 5/161:35 pmZRH - SFO
Nonstop11h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/307:40 pmSFO - ZRH
Nonstop11h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$591
Fri 5/171:35 pmZRH - SFO
Nonstop11h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/302:20 pmSFO - ZRH
Nonstop11h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$592
Mon 7/11:35 pmZRH - SFO
Nonstop12h 00mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/102:20 pmSFO - ZRH
Nonstop11h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/2$593
Fri 10/181:35 pmZRH - SFO
Nonstop12h 00mAir Canada
Thu 10/318:40 pmSFO - ZRH
Nonstop11h 00mAir Canada
Deal found 5/2$594
Wed 5/151:35 pmZRH - SFO
Nonstop11h 55mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/227:40 pmSFO - ZRH
Nonstop11h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/1$595
Zurich to San Francisco flights leaving soon
Find last-minute flight options from Zurich to San Francisco for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,899,487 searches. Data last updated May 3, 2024.
Users seeking a last-minute flight from Zurich to San Francisco should consider booking one of these fares. Users should be sure to double check the price, date, and time of their last-minute flight.
Thu 5/910:55 amZRH - SFO
1 stop35h 20mITA Airways
Sun 5/193:15 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop33h 50mITA Airways
Deal found 5/3$567
Thu 5/96:45 pmZRH - SFO
1 stop27h 30mITA Airways
Thu 5/163:15 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop33h 50mITA Airways
Deal found 5/2$569
Sun 5/1211:45 amZRH - SFO
2 stops19h 35mBritish Airways
Mon 5/206:50 pmSFO - ZRH
2 stops18h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/2$575
Fri 5/1011:45 amZRH - SFO
1 stop16h 24mBritish Airways
Thu 5/1612:19 amSFO - ZRH
2 stops23h 36mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/2$579
Thu 5/911:45 amZRH - SFO
1 stop19h 20mBritish Airways
Thu 5/236:07 amSFO - ZRH
1 stop17h 48mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/1$594
Fri 5/107:15 amZRH - SFO
2 stops19h 51mBritish Airways
Thu 5/1612:19 amSFO - ZRH
2 stops23h 36mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/2$596
Fri 5/107:15 amZRH - SFO
1 stop15h 00mBritish Airways
Fri 5/246:50 pmSFO - ZRH
2 stops16h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/2$618
Fri 5/1011:45 amZRH - SFO
2 stops19h 35mBritish Airways
Fri 5/246:50 pmSFO - ZRH
2 stops16h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/2$622
Fri 5/1010:55 amZRH - SFO
1 stop35h 20mITA Airways
Fri 5/243:15 pmSFO - ZRH
1 stop17h 40mITA Airways
Deal found 5/2$656
One-way flights to San Francisco from Zurich
Search for one-way flight options from Zurich to San Francisco. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,899,487 searches. Data last updated May 3, 2024.
Users traveling one-way from Zurich to San Francisco can select one of these great deals. Those seeking round-trip flights from Zurich to San Francisco should utilize the search form at the the top of the page.
Thu 9/59:35 amZRH - SFO
1 stop17h 35mIberia
Deal found 5/3$412
Thu 9/59:35 amZRH - SFO
1 stop17h 35mIberia
Deal found 5/2$414
Mon 9/210:05 pmZRH - SFO
1 stop29h 05mVueling
Deal found 5/1$423
Tue 9/39:35 amZRH - SFO
1 stop17h 35mVueling
Deal found 5/2$424
Tue 5/149:35 amZRH - SFO
1 stop17h 05mIberia
Deal found 5/2$434
Fri 5/109:15 pmZRH - SFO
3 stops32h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2$481
Sat 5/1110:25 amZRH - SFO
2 stops57h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2$488
Sat 6/19:20 pmZRH - SFO
3 stops32h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2$516
Tue 9/39:20 pmZRH - SFO
2 stops26h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2$529
Find flights from Zurich to San Francisco within your budget
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 2,899,487 searches. Data last updated May 3, 2024.
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ZurichSan Francisco
ZRH - SFO
ZRHSFO
Zurich
Tue 10/29
1 stop15h 00m
San Francisco
Tue 11/12
2 stops18h 22m
$465
ZurichSan Francisco
ZRH - SFO
ZRHSFO
Zurich
Sun 5/12
1 stop16h 24m
San Francisco
Sun 5/26
2 stops24h 26m
$470
ZurichSan Francisco
ZRH - SFO
ZRHSFO
Zurich
Wed 10/2
1 stop30h 45m
San Francisco
Wed 10/16
2 stops20h 03m
$479
ZurichSan Francisco
ZRH - SFO
ZRHSFO
Zurich
Tue 6/4
2 stops33h 21m
San Francisco
Mon 6/24
2 stops18h 33m
$492
ZurichSan Francisco
ZRH - SFO
ZRHSFO
Zurich
Tue 6/4
1 stop19h 20m
San Francisco
Mon 6/24
2 stops21h 33m
$497
ZurichSan Francisco
ZRH - SFO
ZRHSFO
Zurich
Tue 5/21
1 stop32h 42m
San Francisco
Tue 6/4
2 stops23h 57m
$505
ZurichSan Francisco
ZRH - SFO
ZRHSFO
Zurich
Wed 10/23
1 stop20h 46m
San Francisco
Tue 10/29
2 stops18h 50m
$506
ZurichSan Francisco
ZRH - SFO
ZRHSFO
Zurich
Tue 10/22
2 stops18h 47m
San Francisco
Tue 10/29
1 stop19h 35m
$522
ZurichSan Francisco
ZRH - SFO
ZRHSFO
Zurich
Sat 5/18
1 stop35h 20m
San Francisco
Sat 5/25
1 stop33h 50m
$542
When is the best time to 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 January 28, 2024.
Booking 73 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.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Zurich to San Francisco?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Zurich to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on April 28, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Zurich to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Sunday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Average price of flights to San Francisco by month
Plan your trip from Zurich to San Francisco by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Zurich to San Francisco is currently $458 while a round-trip flight costs $498. Price data was last updated on April 28, 2024.
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to San Francisco (average of $268). Flying from Zurich 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.
January
$274
February
$281
March
$330
April
$306
May
$314
June
$384
July
$367
August
$298
September
$268
October
$268
November
$287
December
$268
Temperature and rainfall in San Francisco by month
Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.
SFO Temperature | 51.8 - 62.6 °F |
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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 May 3, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with British Airways, Finnair and American Airlines 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.
10,848 reviews
Food
7.4
Comfort
7.9
Boarding
8.2
Overall
8.1
Entertainment
8.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 10
Crew was nice and courteous. Boarding went smoothly. But we experienced a few minutes of extreme turbulence.
10,848 reviews
10,848 reviews
Food
7.4
Comfort
7.9
Boarding
8.2
Overall
8.1
Entertainment
8.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 10
Crew was nice and courteous. Boarding went smoothly. But we experienced a few minutes of extreme turbulence.
9,128 reviews
10,848 reviews
Food
7.4
Comfort
7.9
Boarding
8.2
Overall
8.1
Entertainment
8.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 10
Crew was nice and courteous. Boarding went smoothly. But we experienced a few minutes of extreme turbulence.
1,604 reviews
10,848 reviews
Food
7.4
Comfort
7.9
Boarding
8.2
Overall
8.1
Entertainment
8.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 10
Crew was nice and courteous. Boarding went smoothly. But we experienced a few minutes of extreme turbulence.
2,025 reviews
10,848 reviews
Food
7.4
Comfort
7.9
Boarding
8.2
Overall
8.1
Entertainment
8.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 10
Crew was nice and courteous. Boarding went smoothly. But we experienced a few minutes of extreme turbulence.
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Hourly flight availability from Zurich to San Francisco
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| 0%of flight departures | Evening6 pm to midnight |
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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 May 3, 2024.
| Sunday | 2daily flights |
|---|---|
| Monday | 2daily flights |
| Tuesday | 2daily flights |
| Wednesday | 0daily flights |
| Thursday | 2daily flights |
| Friday | 2daily flights |
| Saturday | 1daily flight |
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