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$266+ 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 12/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — ZRH
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Diego to Zurich are usually found in October or March, booked 82 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Sunday

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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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$515
(Scandinavian Airlines)

One-way from

$266
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$880
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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 September 11, 2025.

This Scandinavian 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/2610:00 amSAN - ZRH
2 stops25h 40mScandinavian Airlines
Sun 11/210:25 amZRH - SAN
2 stops21h 41mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 9/11$515
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/2210:00 amSAN - ZRH
2 stops24h 45mScandinavian Airlines
Wed 11/510:25 amZRH - SAN
2 stops21h 41mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 9/9$524
This lol.travel 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 lol.travel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/1910:38 amSAN - ZRH
1 stop14h 42mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/411:45 amZRH - SAN
1 stop17h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/11$533
This Gotogate 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/1912:45 pmSAN - ZRH
2 stops19h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/157:05 amZRH - SAN
2 stops19h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$544
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/195:15 pmSAN - ZRH
1 stop13h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/47:20 amZRH - SAN
2 stops22h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$553
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/196:15 amSAN - ZRH
2 stops28h 30mScandinavian Airlines
Mon 10/2710:25 amZRH - SAN
2 stops20h 41mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 9/9$554
This Scandinavian 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/1610:00 amSAN - ZRH
2 stops24h 35mScandinavian Airlines
Sat 1/1710:25 amZRH - SAN
2 stops21h 30mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 9/10$555
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Wed 10/291:10 pmSAN - ZRH
1 stop18h 20mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/121:20 pmZRH - SAN
2 stops35h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/9$556

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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 September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Zurich that are best for you.

Fly from

San Diego

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Zurich

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoZurich

SAN - ZRH

SANZRH

San Diego

Tue 1/27

7:00 am-7:40 pm

2 stops27h 40m

Zurich

Sun 2/8

10:25 am-10:55 pm

2 stops21h 30m

$516

San DiegoZurich

SAN - ZRH

SANZRH

San Diego

Tue 2/10

10:00 am-7:40 pm

2 stops24h 40m

Zurich

Tue 2/24

10:25 am-10:55 pm

2 stops21h 30m

$525

San DiegoZurich

SAN - ZRH

SANZRH

San Diego

Wed 2/11

10:00 am-7:40 pm

2 stops24h 40m

Zurich

Wed 2/25

10:25 am-10:55 pm

2 stops21h 30m

$525

San DiegoZurich

SAN - ZRH

SANZRH

San Diego

Tue 3/10

7:00 am-9:40 am

2 stops18h 40m

Zurich

Tue 3/24

10:25 am-10:55 pm

2 stops20h 30m

$525

San DiegoZurich

SAN - ZRH

SANZRH

San Diego

Sun 3/8

10:00 am-7:40 pm

2 stops25h 40m

Zurich

Sun 3/22

8:25 pm-10:55 pm

2 stops34h 30m

$536

San DiegoZurich

SAN - ZRH

SANZRH

San Diego

Wed 11/19

12:45 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops19h 00m

Zurich

Thu 1/15

7:05 am-5:24 pm

2 stops19h 19m

$544

San DiegoZurich

SAN - ZRH

SANZRH

San Diego

Wed 10/29

6:15 am-3:30 pm

1 stop25h 15m

Zurich

Wed 11/12

1:20 pm-11:38 am

1 stop31h 18m

$557

San DiegoZurich

SAN - ZRH

SANZRH

San Diego

Tue 2/10

8:37 pm-3:15 pm

1 stop33h 38m

Zurich

Tue 2/24

1:00 pm-11:38 am

1 stop31h 38m

$557

San DiegoZurich

SAN - ZRH

SANZRH

San Diego

Tue 3/10

8:50 pm-3:15 pm

1 stop34h 25m

Zurich

Tue 3/24

1:00 pm-11:38 am

1 stop30h 38m

$557

San DiegoZurich

SAN - ZRH

SANZRH

San Diego

Wed 12/10

8:01 am-10:50 am

2 stops17h 49m

Zurich

Wed 12/24

9:40 am-11:05 am

2 stops34h 25m

$578

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Zurich

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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 August 29, 2025.

Booking 82 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 $637). Flying from San Diego 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 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 September 11, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 28% 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 September 11, 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
1,731 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

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
1,731 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,731 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

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
8,937 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,731 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

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
10,000 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,731 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

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
7,409 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,731 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

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
7,361 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,731 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

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 27h 40m. Scandinavian Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $516. Airlines will cover a distance of 5953 mi.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from San Diego to Zurich is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $588 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Scandinavian Airlines and Delta, starting at $597 and $601 round-trip. American Airlines is currently priced 33% 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 $637). Flying from San Diego 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 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$588Average$931FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$597Average$804FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$601Average$1,300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$603Average$865FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$604Average$898FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SWISSCheapest$625Average$892FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
LufthansaCheapest$661Average$950FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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