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$368+ Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) 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 2/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — ZRH
Nov 28 — Dec 51
Fri 11/28
Fri 12/5
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sacramento Intl to Zurich are usually found in February or March, booked 31 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Sunday and return on a Monday

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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 October 29, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Tue 11/412:15 pmSMF - ZRH
2 stops21h 10mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/1810:15 amZRH - SMF
2 stops19h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/28$455
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 10/296:15 amSMF - ZRH
2 stops20h 15mDelta
Wed 11/51:30 pmZRH - SMF
2 stops30h 01mDelta
Deal found 10/28$459
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Tue 12/28:15 amSMF - ZRH
2 stops25h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/910:35 amZRH - SMF
2 stops21h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/26$470
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 11/186:00 amSMF - ZRH
2 stops19h 30mDelta
Wed 11/266:30 amZRH - SMF
2 stops25h 28mDelta
Deal found 10/28$489
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Mon 11/104:05 pmSMF - ZRH
2 stops53h 10mAir Canada
Thu 11/2012:40 pmZRH - SMF
2 stops35h 37mAir Canada
Deal found 10/28$490
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 11/181:00 pmSMF - ZRH
2 stops16h 45mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/2611:45 amZRH - SMF
1 stop19h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/28$501
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Thu 10/306:30 amSMF - ZRH
2 stops20h 00mDelta
Wed 11/51:30 pmZRH - SMF
2 stops30h 01mDelta
Deal found 10/28$509
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 12/115:00 amSMF - ZRH
2 stops20h 25mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/161:15 pmZRH - SMF
1 stop29h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/28$536
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 10/3011:36 amSMF - ZRH
2 stops16h 19mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/59:40 amZRH - SMF
1 stop18h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/28$551

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 October 29, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Gurufare
3 stars

Round-trip from

$470
(Finnair)

One-way from

$368
(Ovago)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$739
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 25% potential increase in price ($286 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento 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 October 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Zurich that are best for you.

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SacramentoZurich

SMF - ZRH

SMFZRH

Sacramento Intl

Tue 11/18

6:00 am-10:30 am

2 stops19h 30m

Zurich

Wed 11/26

6:30 am-10:58 pm

2 stops25h 28m

$489

SacramentoZurich

SMF - ZRH

SMFZRH

Sacramento Intl

Mon 11/10

8:45 am-2:45 pm

2 stops21h 00m

Zurich

Thu 11/20

9:40 am-10:25 pm

1 stop21h 45m

$501

SacramentoZurich

SMF - ZRH

SMFZRH

Sacramento Intl

Tue 11/18

7:00 am-10:40 am

1 stop18h 40m

Zurich

Wed 11/26

11:45 am-10:35 pm

1 stop19h 50m

$504

SacramentoZurich

SMF - ZRH

SMFZRH

Sacramento Intl

Thu 12/11

5:00 am-10:25 am

2 stops20h 25m

Zurich

Tue 12/16

1:15 pm-9:41 am

1 stop29h 26m

$536

SacramentoZurich

SMF - ZRH

SMFZRH

Sacramento Intl

Thu 1/15

2:25 pm-3:30 pm

1 stop16h 05m

Zurich

Mon 1/19

11:45 am-8:50 pm

1 stop18h 05m

$553

SacramentoZurich

SMF - ZRH

SMFZRH

Sacramento Intl

Tue 3/31

2:15 pm-2:10 pm

2 stops38h 55m

Zurich

Tue 4/14

10:25 am-10:50 pm

2 stops21h 25m

$562

SacramentoZurich

SMF - ZRH

SMFZRH

Sacramento Intl

Tue 3/24

12:30 pm-10:25 am

2 stops37h 55m

Zurich

Tue 4/7

12:40 pm-11:50 am

2 stops56h 10m

$595

SacramentoZurich

SMF - ZRH

SMFZRH

Sacramento Intl

Tue 3/24

10:54 am-11:55 am

2 stops17h 01m

Zurich

Tue 4/7

12:55 pm-8:32 pm

1 stop16h 37m

$600

SacramentoZurich

SMF - ZRH

SMFZRH

Sacramento Intl

Tue 3/31

8:00 am-8:05 am

1 stop15h 05m

Zurich

Tue 4/14

9:35 am-6:35 pm

1 stop18h 00m

$603

SacramentoZurich

SMF - ZRH

SMFZRH

Sacramento Intl

Wed 2/11

11:11 am-7:40 pm

2 stops23h 29m

$368

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Compare providers for flights from Sacramento to Zurich

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Sacramento to Zurich in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GurufarePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-Zurich flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Sacramento-Zurich flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sacramento-Zurich flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-Zurich flights, Cheapflights users trust Gurufare the most. Gurufare 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 Sacramento-Zurich flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Sacramento to Zurich

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Zurich from Sacramento with our price prediction graph.
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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 October 24, 2025.

Booking 31 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Zurich (average of $358). Flying from Sacramento to Zurich in June is currently the most expensive (average of $839). 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 October 29, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 17% on flights from Sacramento to Zurich by exploring options for tickets at noon.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Sacramento to Zurich?

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 October 29, 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
7.9
Good
7,994 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

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
7.9
Good
7,994 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,994 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

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
1,543 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,994 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

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
9,001 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,994 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

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
10,371 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,994 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

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 19h 30m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $489. 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 $586 and $603 round-trip. Delta is currently priced 47% 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Zurich (average of $358). Flying from Sacramento to Zurich in June is currently the most expensive (average of $839). 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 October 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$451Average$807FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$586Average$719FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$603Average$860FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air CanadaCheapest$953Average$1,125FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%

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