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$222+ Cheap flights from California to Zurich (ZRH)

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 2/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — ZRH
Feb 14 — Feb 211
Sat 2/14
Sat 2/21
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Zurich

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Zurich flight deals. Data was last updated January 15, 2026.

Most accurate provider

Gotogate
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Gotogate
3 stars

Round-trip from

$416
(Ticket)

One-way from

$222
(Trip.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$868

Good round-trip deal

$559 or less

Good one-way deal

$380 or less
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Cheapest flights from California to Zurich
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Zurich. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 15, 2026.

This Ticket deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 Ticket is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/226:00 pm
SAN
-
ZRH
1 stop17h 10m
British Airways
Tue 3/1010:10 am
ZRH
-
SAN
1 stop15h 00m
British Airways
Deal found 1/14$416
This AirNGo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 AirNGo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/236:30 am
SAN
-
ZRH
2 stops18h 55m
Air Canada
Tue 3/101:00 pm
ZRH
-
SAN
2 stops28h 47m
Air Canada
Deal found 1/15$428
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/175:00 pm
SAN
-
ZRH
1 stop29h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 2/251:20 pm
ZRH
-
SAN
1 stop31h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/14$439
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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.
Tue 5/58:15 am
SAN
-
ZRH
1 stop18h 10m
Air Canada
Tue 5/121:25 pm
ZRH
-
SAN
1 stop35h 40m
Air Canada
Deal found 1/13$440
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
Tue 2/107:00 am
SMF
-
ZRH
1 stop18h 40m
United Airlines
Tue 2/171:00 pm
ZRH
-
SMF
2 stops41h 17m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/14$440
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
Tue 2/36:00 pm
SAN
-
ZRH
1 stop36h 30m
United Airlines
Tue 2/171:00 pm
ZRH
-
SAN
1 stop31h 53m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/14$441
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Wed 2/412:49 pm
SAN
-
ZRH
1 stop17h 41m
SWISS
Wed 2/181:10 pm
ZRH
-
SAN
1 stop18h 34m
SWISS
Deal found 1/13$442
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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.
Tue 4/1411:01 am
SAN
-
ZRH
2 stops26h 34m
British Airways
Tue 4/287:15 am
ZRH
-
SAN
2 stops25h 01m
British Airways
Deal found 1/13$443
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
Tue 2/1011:35 am
SMF
-
ZRH
2 stops21h 50m
British Airways
Tue 2/179:05 pm
ZRH
-
SMF
2 stops35h 54m
British Airways
Deal found 1/14$443
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
Tue 2/103:12 pm
SAN
-
ZRH
2 stops21h 48m
British Airways
Tue 2/1710:10 am
ZRH
-
SAN
2 stops19h 04m
British Airways
Deal found 1/14$444
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 2/94:00 pm
SAN
-
ZRH
1 stop14h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 2/207:15 am
ZRH
-
SAN
1 stop17h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/15$445
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 4/610:40 pm
SAN
-
ZRH
1 stop24h 05m
United Airlines
Wed 4/221:05 pm
ZRH
-
SAN
1 stop18h 54m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/15$446

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Zurich 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 January 15, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Zurich that are best for you.

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SacramentoZurich

SMF - ZRH

SMFZRH

Sacramento Intl

Tue 2/10

7:00 am-10:40 am

1 stop18h 40m

Zurich

Tue 2/17

1:00 pm-9:17 pm

2 stops41h 17m

$440

San DiegoZurich

SAN - ZRH

SANZRH

San Diego

Wed 4/8

7:00 am-10:40 am

1 stop18h 40m

Zurich

Thu 4/23

12:40 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop20h 15m

$446

SacramentoZurich

SMF - ZRH

SMFZRH

Sacramento Intl

Tue 2/10

7:30 am-3:15 pm

1 stop22h 45m

Zurich

Tue 2/17

1:15 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop18h 00m

$453

San DiegoZurich

SAN - ZRH

SANZRH

San Diego

Mon 4/6

10:40 pm-7:45 am

1 stop24h 05m

Zurich

Tue 4/14

9:50 am-8:39 pm

2 stops19h 49m

$455

SacramentoZurich

SMF - ZRH

SMFZRH

Sacramento Intl

Sun 1/25

7:00 am-10:35 am

2 stops18h 35m

Zurich

Tue 2/3

11:45 am-8:50 pm

1 stop18h 05m

$455

SacramentoZurich

SMF - ZRH

SMFZRH

Sacramento Intl

Mon 3/2

7:00 am-7:40 am

1 stop15h 40m

Zurich

Thu 3/12

1:15 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop17h 15m

$455

SacramentoZurich

SMF - ZRH

SMFZRH

Sacramento Intl

Tue 1/27

7:15 am-10:35 am

1 stop18h 20m

Zurich

Tue 2/3

11:45 am-8:50 pm

1 stop18h 05m

$455

SacramentoZurich

SMF - ZRH

SMFZRH

Sacramento Intl

Mon 1/26

7:00 am-10:40 am

1 stop18h 40m

Zurich

Tue 2/3

9:40 am-6:41 pm

1 stop18h 01m

$455

SacramentoZurich

SMF - ZRH

SMFZRH

Sacramento Intl

Wed 1/28

7:00 am-7:55 am

1 stop15h 55m

Zurich

Tue 2/3

9:40 am-6:41 pm

1 stop18h 01m

$455

SacramentoZurich

SMF - ZRH

SMFZRH

Sacramento Intl

Sun 3/22

11:00 pm-10:30 am

2 stops27h 30m

Zurich

Wed 4/1

12:40 pm-10:52 am

2 stops31h 12m

$460

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Zurich

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Zurich?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Zurich (average of $358). Flying from California to Zurich in June is currently the most expensive (average of $718). 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 CA to ZRH?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Zurich. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 15, 2026.

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

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Zurich from California?

    Zurich (ZRH) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from California to Zurich. It is only a 5.9 mi journey from Zurich (ZRH) to Zurich’s city center.

  • How popular is this California to Zurich flight route?

    This flight path from California to Zurich was viewed by 62 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from California to Zurich?

    United Airlines, Delta, and SWISS can get you from California to Zurich in just under 18h 40m. Your travel time can differ by up to 4h 05m. Airlines will cover a distance of 5737 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $319 on TAP AIR PORTUGAL. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Scandinavian Airlines from $324 and SWISS from $327 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Zurich?

    Most travelers choose San Francisco - Zurich, Los Angeles - Zurich or Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - Zurich when deciding on the best route from California to Zurich.

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Zurich?

    On average you can expect to pay $3,506 for a flight from California to Zurich. The cheapest flight overall is $255 while the most popular route, (San Francisco - Zurich) is currently priced at $502.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Zurich?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Zurich 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 California to Zurich?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Zurich (average of $358). Flying from California to Zurich in June is currently the most expensive (average of $718). 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 10 airlines flying from California to Zurich

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to Zurich. 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 January 15, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$358Average$852FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$374Average$744FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$404Average$768FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
CondorCheapest$410Average$840FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
VuelingCheapest$415Average$1,040FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
LEVELCheapest$417Average$930FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$451Average$1,057FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FinnairCheapest$460Average$699FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$501Average$986FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$525Average$724FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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