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$503+ Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Zurich (ZRH)

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 10/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — ZRH
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sacramento Intl to Zurich are usually found in February or August, booked 34 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Sunday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Zurich

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) to Zurich (ZRH). 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 September 11, 2025.

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$503
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Cheapest in

February

Average price

$739
From Sacramento Intl to Zurich
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Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Zurich
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Zurich. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/2012:11 pmSMF - ZRH
2 stops22h 34mScandinavian Airlines
Thu 10/3010:25 amZRH - SMF
2 stops20h 31mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 9/11$503
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/184:05 pmSMF - ZRH
2 stops29h 10mAir Canada
Wed 11/2612:40 pmZRH - SMF
2 stops35h 37mAir Canada
Deal found 9/10$558
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/221:23 pmSMF - ZRH
2 stops15h 47mScandinavian Airlines
Sun 10/268:25 pmZRH - SMF
2 stops34h 31mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 9/10$561
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Tue 11/188:45 amSMF - ZRH
1 stop14h 10mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/269:40 amZRH - SMF
1 stop18h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/11$573
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 10/203:20 pmSMF - ZRH
1 stop15h 25mUnited Airlines
Thu 10/301:10 pmZRH - SMF
1 stop17h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/11$618
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Thu 10/94:05 pmSMF - ZRH
1 stop34h 20mAir Canada
Thu 10/161:25 pmZRH - SMF
2 stops42h 45mAir Canada
Deal found 9/10$641
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/257:00 pmSMF - ZRH
2 stops28h 55mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/13:30 pmZRH - SMF
2 stops39h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$654
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Sun 10/57:40 amSMF - ZRH
1 stop17h 40mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/2810:50 amZRH - SMF
1 stop19h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/11$663

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Zurich that are best for you.

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Zurich

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Price

SacramentoZurich

SMF - ZRH

SMFZRH

Sacramento Intl

Mon 10/20

12:11 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops22h 34m

Zurich

Thu 10/30

10:25 am-10:56 pm

2 stops20h 31m

$503

SacramentoZurich

SMF - ZRH

SMFZRH

Sacramento Intl

Tue 11/18

8:45 am-7:55 am

1 stop14h 10m

Zurich

Wed 11/26

1:10 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop18h 15m

$573

SacramentoZurich

SMF - ZRH

SMFZRH

Sacramento Intl

Mon 10/20

3:20 pm-3:45 pm

1 stop15h 25m

Zurich

Thu 10/30

1:10 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop17h 15m

$618

SacramentoZurich

SMF - ZRH

SMFZRH

Sacramento Intl

Thu 10/9

4:05 pm-11:25 am

1 stop34h 20m

Zurich

Thu 10/16

1:25 pm-11:10 pm

2 stops42h 45m

$641

SacramentoZurich

SMF - ZRH

SMFZRH

Sacramento Intl

Sat 10/25

7:00 pm-7:55 am

2 stops28h 55m

Zurich

Sat 11/1

3:30 pm-10:41 pm

2 stops39h 11m

$654

SacramentoZurich

SMF - ZRH

SMFZRH

Sacramento Intl

Sun 10/5

7:40 am-10:20 am

1 stop17h 40m

Zurich

Tue 10/28

10:50 am-10:35 pm

1 stop19h 45m

$663

SacramentoZurich

SMF - ZRH

SMFZRH

Sacramento Intl

Sun 9/21

10:05 am-10:20 am

1 stop15h 15m

$528

SacramentoZurich

SMF - ZRH

SMFZRH

Sacramento Intl

Sun 10/19

8:33 am-1:05 pm

2 stops43h 32m

$1,326

SacramentoZurich

SMF - ZRH

SMFZRH

Sacramento Intl

Sun 10/19

4:05 pm-11:25 am

1 stop34h 20m

$5,822

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Best time to book a flight from Sacramento to Zurich

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Sacramento to Zurich. Price data was last updated on August 29, 2025.

Booking 33 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Sacramento to Zurich. 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 Sacramento to Zurich?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Zurich (average of $637). Flying from Sacramento to Zurich in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,149). 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 SMF to ZRH?

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento 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 September 11, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 18% on flights from Sacramento to Zurich by exploring options for tickets at noon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Zurich

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Zurich. 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 Zurich. Reviews last updated September 11, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, Scandinavian Airlines, and United Airlines from Sacramento to Zurich have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

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
7,960 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

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
7.4
Good
1,484 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

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
8,937 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

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.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

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 Sacramento to Zurich. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Sacramento to Zurich?

    A quick flight from Sacramento to Zurich can take about 14h 10m. Scandinavian Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $573. The distance between Sacramento and Zurich is about 5737 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Sacramento to Zurich is Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $451 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Scandinavian Airlines and United Airlines, starting at $594 and $609 round-trip. Delta is currently priced 49% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Zurich (average of $637). Flying from Sacramento to Zurich in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,149). 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 4 airlines flying from Sacramento to Zurich

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$451Average$807FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$594Average$731FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$609Average$904FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air CanadaCheapest$953Average$1,125FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%

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