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$304+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) 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 11/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — ZRH
Nov 27 — Dec 41
Thu 11/27
Thu 12/4
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) 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 28, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$446
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$304
(Kiwi.com)

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November

Average price

$769
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Zurich
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Zurich. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 28, 2025.

This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/2710:45 pmSAN - ZRH
1 stop25h 30mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/1110:15 amZRH - SAN
1 stop20h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/26$446
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 11/1112:43 pmSAN - ZRH
2 stops17h 47mAmerican Airlines
Fri 11/2110:15 amZRH - SAN
1 stop17h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/27$450
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/312:43 pmSAN - ZRH
2 stops17h 47mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/1010:15 amZRH - SAN
1 stop20h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/26$451
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 11/117:00 amSAN - ZRH
1 stop18h 30mDelta
Fri 11/211:30 pmZRH - SAN
1 stop19h 17mDelta
Deal found 10/27$454
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/116:00 pmSAN - ZRH
1 stop17h 20mBritish Airways
Mon 11/249:10 pmZRH - SAN
1 stop28h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 10/27$457
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 11/46:25 amSAN - ZRH
2 stops19h 05mDelta
Fri 11/141:30 pmZRH - SAN
1 stop19h 17mDelta
Deal found 10/27$459
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/277:00 amSAN - ZRH
2 stops19h 10mLufthansa
Tue 11/119:25 amZRH - SAN
1 stop15h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 10/26$463
This KAYAK 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/34:08 pmSAN - ZRH
1 stop14h 22mSWISS
Tue 12/91:10 pmZRH - SAN
1 stop18h 20mSWISS
Deal found 10/26$464
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 12/2310:45 pmSAN - ZRH
1 stop24h 30mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/1510:10 amZRH - SAN
2 stops21h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/27$466
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 11/48:00 amSAN - ZRH
2 stops15h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/1410:15 amZRH - SAN
2 stops20h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/27$469

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Zurich that are best for you.

Fly from

San Diego

Fly to

Zurich

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoZurich

SAN - ZRH

SANZRH

San Diego

Tue 2/24

7:00 am-10:30 am

1 stop18h 30m

Zurich

Tue 3/10

1:30 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop18h 25m

$454

San DiegoZurich

SAN - ZRH

SANZRH

San Diego

Tue 11/11

6:00 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop17h 20m

Zurich

Mon 11/24

9:10 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop28h 00m

$457

San DiegoZurich

SAN - ZRH

SANZRH

San Diego

Wed 12/3

8:00 am-10:30 am

2 stops17h 30m

Zurich

Tue 12/9

1:30 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop19h 28m

$459

San DiegoZurich

SAN - ZRH

SANZRH

San Diego

Tue 12/2

8:00 am-10:30 am

2 stops17h 30m

Zurich

Tue 12/9

1:30 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop19h 28m

$459

San DiegoZurich

SAN - ZRH

SANZRH

San Diego

Mon 12/1

9:59 am-5:50 pm

2 stops22h 51m

Zurich

Thu 12/11

1:30 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop19h 28m

$473

San DiegoZurich

SAN - ZRH

SANZRH

San Diego

Tue 12/2

7:10 am-10:30 am

1 stop18h 20m

Zurich

Mon 12/8

2:15 pm-7:17 pm

2 stops38h 02m

$486

San DiegoZurich

SAN - ZRH

SANZRH

San Diego

Mon 12/1

10:00 pm-10:35 am

1 stop27h 35m

Zurich

Fri 12/12

1:20 pm-11:53 am

1 stop31h 33m

$488

San DiegoZurich

SAN - ZRH

SANZRH

San Diego

Tue 12/2

8:00 am-10:30 am

2 stops17h 30m

Zurich

Wed 12/10

10:45 am-10:54 pm

2 stops21h 09m

$489

San DiegoZurich

SAN - ZRH

SANZRH

San Diego

Wed 2/18

7:00 am-9:50 am

2 stops17h 50m

Zurich

Mon 2/23

11:45 am-12:05 pm

1 stop33h 20m

$494

San DiegoZurich

SAN - ZRH

SANZRH

San Diego

Wed 1/28

9:00 am-4:45 pm

2 stops22h 45m

Zurich

Wed 2/11

1:20 pm-11:53 am

1 stop31h 33m

$497

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Compare providers for flights from San Diego 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 San Diego to Zurich in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 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 San Diego-Zurich flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Zurich flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Zurich flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Zurich flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 San Diego-Zurich flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Zurich

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Zurich. Price data was last updated on October 24, 2025.

Booking 72 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Diego 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 San Diego to Zurich?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Zurich (average of $503). Flying from San Diego to Zurich in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,137). 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 SAN to ZRH?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 28, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 27% on flights from San Diego to Zurich by exploring options for tickets at noon.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Diego 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 28, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Diego to Zurich, such as SWISS, United Airlines, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,774 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Food

7.1

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Joanne,Sep 2025

OPO - ZRH

The seats were very cramped, even though I paid for an upgraded seat. The seats were also hard, and needed new padding. This made is made it very challenging for this 11 hour flight. The foot was alright. The crew were excellent, and the movie selection was very good. The experience was so challenging what my husband says he does not want to fly to Europe any more.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,774 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,774 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Food

7.1

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Joanne,Sep 2025

OPO - ZRH

The seats were very cramped, even though I paid for an upgraded seat. The seats were also hard, and needed new padding. This made is made it very challenging for this 11 hour flight. The foot was alright. The crew were excellent, and the movie selection was very good. The experience was so challenging what my husband says he does not want to fly to Europe any more.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,999 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,774 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Food

7.1

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Joanne,Sep 2025

OPO - ZRH

The seats were very cramped, even though I paid for an upgraded seat. The seats were also hard, and needed new padding. This made is made it very challenging for this 11 hour flight. The foot was alright. The crew were excellent, and the movie selection was very good. The experience was so challenging what my husband says he does not want to fly to Europe any more.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,034 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,774 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Food

7.1

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Joanne,Sep 2025

OPO - ZRH

The seats were very cramped, even though I paid for an upgraded seat. The seats were also hard, and needed new padding. This made is made it very challenging for this 11 hour flight. The foot was alright. The crew were excellent, and the movie selection was very good. The experience was so challenging what my husband says he does not want to fly to Europe any more.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,533 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,774 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Food

7.1

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Joanne,Sep 2025

OPO - ZRH

The seats were very cramped, even though I paid for an upgraded seat. The seats were also hard, and needed new padding. This made is made it very challenging for this 11 hour flight. The foot was alright. The crew were excellent, and the movie selection was very good. The experience was so challenging what my husband says he does not want to fly to Europe any more.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,482 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,774 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Food

7.1

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Joanne,Sep 2025

OPO - ZRH

The seats were very cramped, even though I paid for an upgraded seat. The seats were also hard, and needed new padding. This made is made it very challenging for this 11 hour flight. The foot was alright. The crew were excellent, and the movie selection was very good. The experience was so challenging what my husband says he does not want to fly to Europe any more.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego 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 San Diego to Zurich?

    A quick flight from San Diego to Zurich can take about 17h 20m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $457. Airlines will cover a distance of 5953 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from San Diego to Zurich is British Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $507 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Scandinavian Airlines and Delta, starting at $525 and $601 round-trip. British Airways is currently priced 41% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Zurich?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego 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 San Diego to Zurich?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Zurich (average of $503). Flying from San Diego to Zurich in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,137). 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 7 airlines flying from San Diego to Zurich

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$507Average$915FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$525Average$804FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$601Average$1,300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$602Average$909FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LufthansaCheapest$631Average$967FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
American AirlinesCheapest$635Average$1,006FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SWISSCheapest$637Average$891FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%

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