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$422+ Cheap flights from San Jose (SJC) to Switzerland

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 8/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJC — ZRH
May 17 — May 241
Sat 5/17
Sat 5/24
1 adult, Economy
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Expedia
3 stars

Round-trip from

$517
(Finnair)

One-way from

$422
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,067
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Cheapest flights from San Jose to Switzerland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Jose to Switzerland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 12, 2025.

This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/155:52 amSJC - ZRH
2 stops27h 28mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/37:05 pmZRH - SJC
2 stops34h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$517
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/152:31 pmSJC - BSL
2 stops19h 29mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/306:10 amBSL - SJC
2 stops23h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$543
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/16:39 pmSJC - ZRH
2 stops29h 16mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/151:20 pmZRH - SJC
2 stops40h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/12$590
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/133:45 pmSJC - GVA
3 stops33h 10mAir Canada
Tue 9/232:20 pmGVA - SJC
3 stops32h 14mAir Canada
Deal found 5/11$616
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/126:20 pmSJC - GVA
2 stops30h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/232:20 pmGVA - SJC
3 stops32h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/12$654
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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.
Sat 9/136:30 amSJC - GVA
2 stops18h 25mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/2311:00 amGVA - SJC
2 stops20h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/11$663
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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.
Wed 6/259:40 amSJC - GVA
2 stops21h 30mDelta
Wed 7/212:45 pmGVA - SJC
2 stops31h 22mDelta
Deal found 5/11$741
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/91:55 pmSJC - ZRH
2 stops34h 45mScandinavian Airlines
Mon 9/152:50 pmZRH - SJC
2 stops37h 32mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 5/12$743
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/132:28 pmSJC - ZRH
2 stops22h 52mIberia
Wed 8/277:30 amZRH - SJC
2 stops22h 03mIberia
Deal found 5/12$760
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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.
Mon 8/116:20 amSJC - BSL
2 stops17h 50mUnited Airlines
Wed 9/39:45 amBSL - SJC
2 stops21h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/11$769
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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.
Tue 10/146:45 amSJC - ZRH
1 stop16h 20mDelta
Fri 10/3110:45 amZRH - SJC
2 stops19h 01mDelta
Deal found 5/11$774
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/261:07 pmSJC - ZRH
2 stops35h 28mBritish Airways
Wed 8/67:15 amZRH - SJC
2 stops20h 17mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/11$804

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

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San Jose

Fly to

Switzerland

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San JoseZurich

SJC - ZRH

SJCZRH

San Jose

Wed 10/15

5:52 am-6:20 pm

2 stops27h 28m

Zurich

Mon 11/3

7:05 pm-8:43 pm

2 stops34h 38m

$517

San JoseBasel

SJC - BSL

SJCBSL

San Jose

Wed 10/15

2:31 pm-7:00 pm

2 stops19h 29m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Thu 10/30

6:10 am-10:09 pm

2 stops23h 59m

$543

San JoseZurich

SJC - ZRH

SJCZRH

San Jose

Sat 11/1

6:39 pm-7:55 am

2 stops29h 16m

Zurich

Sat 11/15

1:20 pm-9:11 pm

2 stops40h 51m

$590

San JoseGeneva

SJC - GVA

SJCGVA

San Jose

Sat 9/13

3:45 pm-9:55 am

3 stops33h 10m

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Tue 9/23

2:20 pm-1:34 pm

3 stops32h 14m

$616

San JoseGeneva

SJC - GVA

SJCGVA

San Jose

Fri 9/12

6:20 pm-9:55 am

2 stops30h 35m

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Tue 9/23

2:20 pm-1:34 pm

3 stops32h 14m

$654

San JoseGeneva

SJC - GVA

SJCGVA

San Jose

Sat 9/13

6:30 am-9:55 am

2 stops18h 25m

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Tue 9/23

11:00 am-10:40 pm

2 stops20h 40m

$663

San JoseGeneva

SJC - GVA

SJCGVA

San Jose

Wed 6/25

9:40 am-4:10 pm

2 stops21h 30m

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Wed 7/2

12:45 pm-11:07 am

2 stops31h 22m

$741

San JoseZurich

SJC - ZRH

SJCZRH

San Jose

Tue 9/9

1:55 pm-9:40 am

2 stops34h 45m

Zurich

Mon 9/15

2:50 pm-7:22 pm

2 stops37h 32m

$743

San JoseZurich

SJC - ZRH

SJCZRH

San Jose

Wed 8/13

2:28 pm-10:20 pm

2 stops22h 52m

Zurich

Wed 8/27

7:30 am-8:33 pm

2 stops22h 03m

$760

San JoseBasel

SJC - BSL

SJCBSL

San Jose

Mon 8/11

6:20 am-9:10 am

2 stops17h 50m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Wed 9/3

9:45 am-10:40 pm

2 stops21h 55m

$769

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Best time to book a flight from San Jose to Switzerland

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to Switzerland (average of $637). Flying from San Jose to Switzerland in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,227). 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 SJC to CH?

Find hourly flight availability from San Jose to Switzerland. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 12, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from San Jose to Switzerland as you normally would.

Rainfall in Switzerland by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Switzerland ranges from 2.5 - 5.0 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.0 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Switzerland when rainfall is around 2.5 in.

Temperature in Switzerland by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Switzerland, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 66.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 32.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Switzerland

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Switzerland. 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 Switzerland. Reviews last updated May 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Jose to Switzerland, such as Delta, Finnair and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,276 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,724 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Scandinavian Airlines
7.3
Good
1,358 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Jose to Switzerland. 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 from for flights from San Jose to Switzerland?

    If you book a flight to Switzerland from San Jose, you will be flying from San Jose, which is the city’s only airport. San Jose (SJC) is located 2.9 mi from the center of San Jose.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with American Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $422. British Airways flights start at $437 while deals on United Airlines start at $563 one-way.

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

    While some choose either San Jose - Geneva Geneve-Cointrin or San Jose - Basel EuroAirport Swiss, San Jose - Zurich is the most popular route from San Jose to Switzerland.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to Switzerland (average of $637). Flying from San Jose to Switzerland in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,227). 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 3 airlines flying from San Jose to Switzerland

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from San Jose to Switzerland. 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 May 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$534Average$771FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$727Average$996FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SWISSCheapest$774Average$1,357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%

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