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$317+ 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 11/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — ZRH
Aug 21 — Aug 281
Thu 8/21
Thu 8/28
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

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Zurich

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 August 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$585
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$317
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$889
From San Diego to Zurich
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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 August 16, 2025.

This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/296:15 amSAN - ZRH
1 stop25h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/121:20 pmZRH - SAN
1 stop31h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/15$587
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/2912:25 pmSAN - ZRH
1 stop14h 00mAir Canada
Wed 11/1212:40 pmZRH - SAN
2 stops37h 44mAir Canada
Deal found 8/15$594
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/17:29 amSAN - ZRH
2 stops27h 16mScandinavian Airlines
Wed 10/1510:20 amZRH - SAN
2 stops21h 11mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 8/14$598
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/124:01 pmSAN - ZRH
1 stop14h 29mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/261:20 pmZRH - SAN
1 stop31h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/14$599
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/218:00 amSAN - ZRH
1 stop15h 05mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/49:40 amZRH - SAN
1 stop18h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/15$602
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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.
Wed 10/291:47 pmSAN - ZRH
2 stops16h 58mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/129:40 amZRH - SAN
2 stops19h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/15$606
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/612:18 pmSAN - ZRH
2 stops18h 22mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/208:00 amZRH - SAN
2 stops20h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/14$610
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/77:10 amSAN - ZRH
2 stops21h 10mScandinavian Airlines
Tue 10/2110:20 amZRH - SAN
3 stops21h 46mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 8/15$617
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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.
Tue 11/2510:00 pmSAN - ZRH
1 stop24h 40mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/13:30 pmZRH - SAN
2 stops35h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/15$618
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/712:18 pmSAN - ZRH
2 stops18h 42mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/218:00 amZRH - SAN
2 stops20h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/15$620
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/1712:45 pmSAN - ZRH
2 stops19h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/11:35 pmZRH - SAN
1 stop35h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/16$625

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 August 16, 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

Wed 1/14

4:04 pm-3:30 pm

1 stop14h 26m

Zurich

Wed 1/28

1:10 pm-9:47 pm

1 stop17h 37m

$585

San DiegoZurich

SAN - ZRH

SANZRH

San Diego

Wed 1/14

8:35 am-7:40 am

1 stop14h 05m

Zurich

Wed 1/28

1:20 pm-3:30 pm

2 stops35h 10m

$586

San DiegoZurich

SAN - ZRH

SANZRH

San Diego

Tue 1/13

4:04 pm-3:30 pm

1 stop14h 26m

Zurich

Tue 1/27

1:10 pm-9:47 pm

1 stop17h 37m

$586

San DiegoZurich

SAN - ZRH

SANZRH

San Diego

Tue 2/10

8:50 pm-3:15 pm

1 stop33h 25m

Zurich

Tue 2/24

1:00 pm-11:38 am

1 stop31h 38m

$587

San DiegoZurich

SAN - ZRH

SANZRH

San Diego

Mon 1/12

6:30 pm-3:30 pm

1 stop36h 00m

Zurich

Tue 1/20

1:00 pm-11:38 am

1 stop31h 38m

$587

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

$587

San DiegoZurich

SAN - ZRH

SANZRH

San Diego

Mon 1/12

8:50 pm-3:15 pm

1 stop33h 25m

Zurich

Tue 1/20

1:00 pm-11:38 am

1 stop31h 38m

$587

San DiegoZurich

SAN - ZRH

SANZRH

San Diego

Wed 1/14

12:45 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops19h 00m

Zurich

Wed 1/28

12:40 pm-5:24 pm

2 stops37h 44m

$591

San DiegoZurich

SAN - ZRH

SANZRH

San Diego

Mon 1/12

12:45 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops19h 00m

Zurich

Tue 1/20

12:40 pm-12:03 pm

2 stops32h 23m

$591

San DiegoZurich

SAN - ZRH

SANZRH

San Diego

Tue 11/11

8:08 pm-8:55 am

3 stops51h 47m

$317

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Zurich

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Zurich from San Diego with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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 8, 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 $1,151). 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 August 16, 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.

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 August 16, 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
7.6
Good
1,697 reviews

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Leonardo,Aug 2025

HKG - ZRH

Particularly good to do immigration in Zurich. The line is way more efficient and you can take a connecting flight in one hour. Great value for money.
SWISS
7.6
Good
1,697 reviews
SWISS
7.6
Good
1,697 reviews

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Leonardo,Aug 2025

HKG - ZRH

Particularly good to do immigration in Zurich. The line is way more efficient and you can take a connecting flight in one hour. Great value for money.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,916 reviews
SWISS
7.6
Good
1,697 reviews

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Leonardo,Aug 2025

HKG - ZRH

Particularly good to do immigration in Zurich. The line is way more efficient and you can take a connecting flight in one hour. Great value for money.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
SWISS
7.6
Good
1,697 reviews

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Leonardo,Aug 2025

HKG - ZRH

Particularly good to do immigration in Zurich. The line is way more efficient and you can take a connecting flight in one hour. Great value for money.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,322 reviews
SWISS
7.6
Good
1,697 reviews

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Leonardo,Aug 2025

HKG - ZRH

Particularly good to do immigration in Zurich. The line is way more efficient and you can take a connecting flight in one hour. Great value for money.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,267 reviews
SWISS
7.6
Good
1,697 reviews

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Leonardo,Aug 2025

HKG - ZRH

Particularly good to do immigration in Zurich. The line is way more efficient and you can take a connecting flight in one hour. Great value for money.

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.

  • 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 $562 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are British Airways and Air Canada, starting at $580 and $586 round-trip. American Airlines is currently priced 36% 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?

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  • 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 $1,151). 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 8 airlines flying from San Diego to Zurich

Discover the top 8 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 August 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$562Average$855FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$580Average$807FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Air CanadaCheapest$586Average$1,170FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$597Average$804FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$601Average$1,212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$609Average$883FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SWISSCheapest$625Average$898FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
LufthansaCheapest$661Average$966FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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