$523+ Cheap flights from Zurich (ZRH) 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 6/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZRH — SFO
Jun 9 — Jun 161
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Zurich to San FranciscoExplore 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 May 10, 2026.
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 May 10, 2026.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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.
Fri 6/1211:45 am
ZRH
- SFO
2 stops19h 38m
American Airlines
Fri 6/2611:29 pm
SFO
- ZRH
1 stop23h 06m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/9![American Airlines logo]()
$794
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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.
Fri 8/78:15 am
ZRH
- SFO
1 stop16h 00m
Lufthansa
Fri 8/211:05 pm
SFO
- ZRH
2 stops15h 50m
Lufthansa
Deal found 5/8![Lufthansa logo]()
$796
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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.
Sat 9/196:25 pm
ZRH
- SFO
2 stops29h 15m
Scandinavian Airlines
Sat 10/104:45 pm
SFO
- ZRH
2 stops34h 25m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 5/8![Scandinavian Airlines logo]()
$797
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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.
Sat 5/307:20 am
ZRH
- SFO
2 stops22h 17m
United Airlines
Sat 6/134:45 pm
SFO
- ZRH
1 stop34h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/8![United Airlines logo]()
$798
This Condor deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 5/148:00 am
ZRH
- SFO
1 stop15h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/2810:14 am
SFO
- ZRH
2 stops20h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$800
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/278:00 am
ZRH
- SFO
1 stop15h 30m
Condor
Thu 7/234:30 pm
SFO
- ZRH
1 stop19h 10m
Condor
Deal found 5/8![Condor logo]()
$801
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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.
Sun 5/108:00 am
ZRH
- SFO
1 stop15h 30m
Condor
Sun 5/174:30 pm
SFO
- ZRH
1 stop31h 20m
Condor
Deal found 5/9![Condor logo]()
$802
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/151:10 pm
ZRH
- SFO
Nonstop12h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/249:05 pm
SFO
- ZRH
1 stop14h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$803
This Flysmarter deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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.
Mon 5/257:30 am
ZRH
- SFO
1 stop17h 40m
British Airways
Sun 5/3111:49 pm
SFO
- ZRH
2 stops22h 56m
British Airways
Deal found 5/9![British Airways logo]()
$804
This Flysmarter deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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.
Sun 8/307:40 am
ZRH
- SFO
2 stops19h 09m
British Airways
Fri 9/410:10 pm
SFO
- ZRH
2 stops35h 45m
British Airways
Deal found 5/9![British Airways logo]()
$805
This Flysmarter deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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.
Tue 5/2610:25 am
ZRH
- SFO
2 stops23h 07m
Scandinavian Airlines
Fri 5/297:05 am
SFO
- ZRH
2 stops17h 35m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 5/8![Scandinavian Airlines logo]()
$806
Best flights from Zurich to San FranciscoDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Zurich to San Francisco that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated May 10, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Zurich to San Francisco that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated May 10, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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.
Sat 5/307:20 am
ZRH
- SFO
2 stops22h 17m
United Airlines
Sat 6/134:45 pm
SFO
- ZRH
1 stop34h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/8![United Airlines logo]()
$798
This Condor 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 Condor is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/238:00 am
ZRH
- SFO
2 stops17h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 6/66:00 am
SFO
- ZRH
2 stops29h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$846
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1811:50 am
ZRH
- SFO
2 stops20h 56m
Delta
Sat 10/106:15 am
SFO
- ZRH
2 stops18h 45m
Delta
Deal found 5/6![Delta logo]()
$852
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 10/210:25 am
ZRH
- SFO
2 stops22h 21m
Scandinavian Airlines
Fri 10/234:45 pm
SFO
- ZRH
2 stops36h 00m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 5/8![Scandinavian Airlines logo]()
$863
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 7/3111:55 am
ZRH
- SFO
1 stop22h 20m
United Airlines
Thu 8/201:05 pm
SFO
- ZRH
1 stop13h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/8![United Airlines logo]()
$843
This Condor 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 Condor is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/68:00 am
ZRH
- SFO
1 stop15h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 6/206:00 am
SFO
- ZRH
2 stops29h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$855
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/310:55 am
ZRH
- SFO
2 stops18h 24m
Delta
Sun 10/187:30 am
SFO
- ZRH
2 stops17h 30m
Delta
Deal found 5/6![Delta logo]()
$859
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.
Mon 7/62:35 pm
ZRH
- SFO
1 stop33h 40m
United Airlines
Mon 7/272:20 pm
SFO
- ZRH
Nonstop11h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/5![United Airlines logo]()
$851
This Condor deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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.
Fri 6/128:00 am
ZRH
- SFO
2 stops25h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 6/216:00 am
SFO
- ZRH
2 stops29h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$920
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.
Sat 9/191:15 pm
ZRH
- SFO
Nonstop12h 00m
United Airlines
Sun 10/112:25 pm
SFO
- ZRH
Nonstop10h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/6![United Airlines logo]()
$869
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.
Thu 6/111:35 pm
ZRH
- SFO
Nonstop12h 00m
United Airlines
Sun 6/287:35 pm
SFO
- ZRH
Nonstop11h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/7![United Airlines logo]()
$873
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 8/281:35 pm
ZRH
- SFO
Nonstop12h 00m
United Airlines
Tue 9/17:35 pm
SFO
- ZRH
Nonstop11h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/9![United Airlines logo]()
$876
Last-minute flights from Zurich to San FranciscoDiscover last-minute flight deals from Zurich to San Francisco. Data last updated May 10, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Zurich to San Francisco. Data last updated May 10, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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.
Sun 5/108:00 am
ZRH
- SFO
1 stop15h 30m
Condor
Sun 5/174:30 pm
SFO
- ZRH
1 stop31h 20m
Condor
Deal found 5/9![Condor logo]()
$802
This Condor 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 Condor is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/1011:20 am
ZRH
- SFO
2 stops20h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/244:30 pm
SFO
- ZRH
1 stop19h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$808
This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 Flighttix is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/136:55 am
ZRH
- SFO
1 stop17h 30m
Lufthansa
Wed 5/209:05 pm
SFO
- ZRH
1 stop14h 00m
Lufthansa
Deal found 5/8![Lufthansa logo]()
$809
This Condor deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 5/148:00 am
ZRH
- SFO
1 stop15h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/2810:14 am
SFO
- ZRH
2 stops20h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$800
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/151:10 pm
ZRH
- SFO
Nonstop12h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/249:05 pm
SFO
- ZRH
1 stop14h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$803
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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.
Sat 5/167:30 am
ZRH
- SFO
2 stops17h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 5/299:05 pm
SFO
- ZRH
1 stop15h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$807
This Flysmarter deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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.
Mon 5/257:30 am
ZRH
- SFO
1 stop17h 40m
British Airways
Sun 5/3111:49 pm
SFO
- ZRH
2 stops22h 56m
British Airways
Deal found 5/9![British Airways logo]()
$804
This Flysmarter deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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.
Tue 5/2610:25 am
ZRH
- SFO
2 stops23h 07m
Scandinavian Airlines
Fri 5/297:05 am
SFO
- ZRH
2 stops17h 35m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 5/8![Scandinavian Airlines logo]()
$806
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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.
Sat 5/307:20 am
ZRH
- SFO
2 stops22h 17m
United Airlines
Sat 6/134:45 pm
SFO
- ZRH
1 stop34h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/8![United Airlines logo]()
$798
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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.
Fri 6/1211:45 am
ZRH
- SFO
2 stops19h 38m
American Airlines
Fri 6/2611:29 pm
SFO
- ZRH
1 stop23h 06m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/9![American Airlines logo]()
$794
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/278:00 am
ZRH
- SFO
1 stop15h 30m
Condor
Thu 7/234:30 pm
SFO
- ZRH
1 stop19h 10m
Condor
Deal found 5/8![Condor logo]()
$801
One-way flights from Zurich to San FranciscoSearch for one-way flight options from Zurich to San Francisco. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated May 10, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Zurich to San Francisco. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated May 10, 2026.
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/54:10 pm
ZRH
- SFO
2 stops30h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$523
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/19:40 pm
ZRH
- SFO
2 stops25h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$525
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/268:40 pm
ZRH
- SFO
3 stops34h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$526
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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.
Sat 5/237:55 pm
ZRH
- SFO
1 stop26h 55m
LOT
Deal found 5/9![LOT logo]()
$528
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/89:30 am
ZRH
- SFO
3 stops40h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$529
This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/237:40 am
ZRH
- SFO
1 stop15h 10m
British Airways
Deal found 5/6![British Airways logo]()
$530
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/187:40 am
ZRH
- SFO
1 stop15h 10m
British Airways
Deal found 5/9![British Airways logo]()
$532
This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/98:00 am
ZRH
- SFO
1 stop15h 30m
Condor
Deal found 5/5![Condor logo]()
$534
This Finnair 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 Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/197:15 am
ZRH
- SFO
1 stop15h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$535
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/96:05 pm
ZRH
- SFO
3 stops29h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$538
Find 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 10, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $794 (American Airlines) |
One-way from | $523 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | July |
Cheapest in | November |
Average price | $842 |
Good round-trip deal | $904 or less |
Good one-way deal | $867 or less |
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Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
ZurichSan Francisco
ZRH - SFO
ZRHSFO
Zurich
Sat 5/30
7:20 am-8:37 pm
2 stops22h 17m
San Francisco
Sat 6/13
4:45 pm-11:45 am
1 stop34h 00m
$798
ZurichSan Francisco
ZRH - SFO
ZRHSFO
Zurich
Fri 7/31
11:55 am-1:15 am
1 stop22h 20m
San Francisco
Thu 8/20
1:05 pm-11:45 am
1 stop13h 40m
$843
ZurichSan Francisco
ZRH - SFO
ZRHSFO
Zurich
Sat 5/23
8:00 am-4:48 pm
2 stops17h 48m
San Francisco
Sat 6/6
6:00 am-8:20 pm
2 stops29h 20m
$846
ZurichSan Francisco
ZRH - SFO
ZRHSFO
Zurich
Mon 7/6
2:35 pm-3:15 pm
1 stop33h 40m
San Francisco
Mon 7/27
2:20 pm-10:20 am
Nonstop11h 00m
$851
ZurichSan Francisco
ZRH - SFO
ZRHSFO
Zurich
Fri 9/18
11:50 am-11:46 pm
2 stops20h 56m
San Francisco
Sat 10/10
6:15 am-10:00 am
2 stops18h 45m
$852
ZurichSan Francisco
ZRH - SFO
ZRHSFO
Zurich
Sat 6/6
8:00 am-2:30 pm
1 stop15h 30m
San Francisco
Sat 6/20
6:00 am-8:20 pm
2 stops29h 20m
$855
ZurichSan Francisco
ZRH - SFO
ZRHSFO
Zurich
Sat 10/3
10:55 am-8:19 pm
2 stops18h 24m
San Francisco
Sun 10/18
7:30 am-10:00 am
2 stops17h 30m
$859
ZurichSan Francisco
ZRH - SFO
ZRHSFO
Zurich
Fri 10/2
10:25 am-11:46 pm
2 stops22h 21m
San Francisco
Fri 10/23
4:45 pm-1:45 pm
2 stops36h 00m
$863
Quickest round-trip
ZurichSan Francisco
ZRH - SFO
ZRHSFO
Zurich
Sat 9/19
1:15 pm-4:15 pm
Nonstop12h 00m
San Francisco
Sun 10/11
2:25 pm-10:20 am
Nonstop10h 55m
$869
ZurichSan Francisco
ZRH - SFO
ZRHSFO
Zurich
Thu 6/11
1:35 pm-4:35 pm
Nonstop12h 00m
San Francisco
Sun 6/28
7:35 pm-3:50 pm
Nonstop11h 15m
$873
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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Zurich to San Francisco in May.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Zurich-San Francisco flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Zurich-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Zurich-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Zurich-San Francisco flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Zurich-San Francisco flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Zurich to San Francisco?
Booking 55 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to San Francisco (average of $691). Flying from Zurich to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of $941). 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 May 10, 2026.
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Zurich to San Francisco as you normally would.
How often are flights from Zurich to San Francisco delayed?
About 17% of weekly flights between Zurich 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 Zurich 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 Zurich 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.
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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 10, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with SWISS,Scandinavian Airlines, andUnited Airlines from Zurich to San Francisco have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Entertainment
6.8
Comfort
7.4
Overall
7.6
Food
7.1
Boarding
7.7
Crew
8.3
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodCFJ,Mar 2026
ZRH - VCE
Entertainment
6.8
Comfort
7.4
Overall
7.6
Food
7.1
Boarding
7.7
Crew
8.3
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodCFJ,Mar 2026
ZRH - VCE
Entertainment
6.8
Comfort
7.4
Overall
7.6
Food
7.1
Boarding
7.7
Crew
8.3
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodCFJ,Mar 2026
ZRH - VCE
Entertainment
6.8
Comfort
7.4
Overall
7.6
Food
7.1
Boarding
7.7
Crew
8.3
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodCFJ,Mar 2026
ZRH - VCE
Entertainment
6.8
Comfort
7.4
Overall
7.6
Food
7.1
Boarding
7.7
Crew
8.3
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodCFJ,Mar 2026
ZRH - VCE
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$455 | Average$607 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$496 | Average$892 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time76% | |
| Cheapest$502 | Average$824 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time79% | |
| Cheapest$594 | Average$838 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |