$297+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) 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 11/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — ZRH
Nov 20 — Nov 271
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to ZurichExplore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Zurich. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 21, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Zurich. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 21, 2026.
This lol.travel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/17. 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.
Mon 11/237:25 pm -
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Tue 12/87:00 am -
1 stop14h 35m
Deal found 10/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$775
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/18. 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.
Tue 12/14:45 pm -
1 stop17h 55m
Tue 12/810:25 am -
2 stops18h 36m
Deal found 10/18![Scandinavian Airlines logo]()
$781
This lol.travel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/17. 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.
Mon 11/238:25 am -
1 stop17h 00m
Tue 12/812:40 pm -
1 stop17h 53m
Deal found 10/17![Air Canada logo]()
$782
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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.
Tue 12/14:35 pm -
2 stops18h 05m
Sun 12/136:50 pm -
2 stops29h 00m
Deal found 10/20![Scandinavian Airlines logo]()
$783
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/18. 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 11/157:00 am -
2 stops17h 40m
Tue 11/248:25 pm -
1 stop27h 25m
Deal found 10/18![Scandinavian Airlines logo]()
$785
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/17. 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.
Mon 11/237:25 pm -
Nonstop11h 05m
Tue 12/81:15 pm -
Nonstop12h 15m
Deal found 10/17![SWISS logo]()
$786
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 11/187:00 am -
2 stops27h 40m
Wed 11/258:25 pm -
1 stop27h 25m
Deal found 10/21![Scandinavian Airlines logo]()
$787
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/18. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/157:25 pm -
Nonstop11h 05m
Tue 11/241:15 pm -
Nonstop12h 15m
Deal found 10/18![SWISS logo]()
$788
Best flights from San Francisco to ZurichDiscover carefully curated flight deals from San Francisco to Zurich that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated October 21, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San Francisco to Zurich that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated October 21, 2026.
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 11/114:45 pm -
1 stop17h 55m
Sun 11/151:30 pm -
2 stops58h 20m
Deal found 10/20![Scandinavian Airlines logo]()
$796
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/17. 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.
Mon 11/237:25 pm -
Nonstop11h 05m
Tue 12/81:15 pm -
Nonstop12h 15m
Deal found 10/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$830
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/17. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/116:35 pm -
1 stop38h 10m
Sun 11/152:40 pm -
1 stop34h 50m
Deal found 10/17![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$844
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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 12/312:50 pm -
1 stop18h 55m
Thu 12/101:15 pm -
Nonstop12h 15m
Deal found 10/19![United Airlines logo]()
$874
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 11/254:45 pm -
2 stops34h 25m
Mon 12/710:25 am -
2 stops21h 35m
Deal found 10/20![Scandinavian Airlines logo]()
$812
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/17. 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 11/186:35 am -
1 stop16h 20m
Wed 12/91:15 pm -
Nonstop12h 15m
Deal found 10/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$832
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/17. 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 11/1112:50 pm -
1 stop14h 05m
Sun 11/151:15 pm -
Nonstop12h 15m
Deal found 10/17![United Airlines logo]()
$924
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 3/3111:05 am -
2 stops23h 35m
Fri 4/98:25 pm -
1 stop27h 15m
Deal found 10/20![Scandinavian Airlines logo]()
$887
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/124:45 pm -
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Fri 3/1910:25 am -
2 stops21h 27m
Deal found 10/16![Scandinavian Airlines logo]()
$912
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 11/242:47 pm -
2 stops19h 53m
Sun 11/291:30 pm -
2 stops34h 20m
Deal found 10/20![Scandinavian Airlines logo]()
$1,067
Last-minute flights from San Francisco to ZurichDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to Zurich. Data last updated October 21, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to Zurich. Data last updated October 21, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/112:47 pm -
2 stops19h 53m
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1 stop27h 25m
Deal found 10/19![Scandinavian Airlines logo]()
$794
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/18. 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 11/157:00 am -
2 stops17h 40m
Tue 11/248:25 pm -
1 stop27h 25m
Deal found 10/18![Scandinavian Airlines logo]()
$785
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/18. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/157:25 pm -
Nonstop11h 05m
Tue 11/241:15 pm -
Nonstop12h 15m
Deal found 10/18![SWISS logo]()
$788
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 11/187:00 am -
2 stops27h 40m
Wed 11/258:25 pm -
1 stop27h 25m
Deal found 10/21![Scandinavian Airlines logo]()
$787
This lol.travel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/17. 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.
Mon 11/237:25 pm -
Nonstop11h 05m
Tue 12/87:00 am -
1 stop14h 35m
Deal found 10/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$775
This lol.travel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/17. 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.
Mon 11/238:25 am -
1 stop17h 00m
Tue 12/812:40 pm -
1 stop17h 53m
Deal found 10/17![Air Canada logo]()
$782
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/17. 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.
Mon 11/237:25 pm -
Nonstop11h 05m
Tue 12/81:15 pm -
Nonstop12h 15m
Deal found 10/17![SWISS logo]()
$786
One-way flights from San Francisco to ZurichSearch for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Zurich. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated October 21, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Zurich. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated October 21, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Wed 11/254:35 pm -
2 stops30h 05m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$297
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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.
Tue 11/1012:00 pm -
3 stops34h 40m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$312
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/17. 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.
Tue 1/55:20 pm -
1 stop32h 05m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/17![Aer Lingus logo]()
$360
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Wed 11/254:35 pm -
1 stop21h 00m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/21![TAP AIR PORTUGAL logo]()
$363
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/17. 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.
Tue 1/55:20 pm -
2 stops29h 55m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$381
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/305:20 pm -
1 stop32h 05m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/16![Aer Lingus logo]()
$387
This WAYA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/17. 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 WAYA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/295:20 pm -
1 stop17h 15m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/17![Aer Lingus logo]()
$388
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/17. 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.
Wed 4/75:35 pm -
1 stop32h 00m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/17![Aer Lingus logo]()
$391
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/17. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 1/135:20 pm -
2 stops18h 10m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$398
Find flight deals from San Francisco to Zurich
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 21, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $775 (lol.travel) |
One-way from | $297 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $920 |
Good round-trip deal | $844 or less |
Good one-way deal | $490 or less |
Cheapflights Fare Finder
Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated October 21, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Zurich that are best for you.
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SFOZRH
San Francisco
Wed 1/13
5:20 pm-8:30 pm
2 stops18h 10m
Zurich
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$398
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SFO San Francisco - ZRH Zurich
SFOZRH
San Francisco
Wed 12/30
5:20 pm-7:40 am
2 stops29h 20m
Zurich
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$399
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SFO San Francisco - ZRH Zurich
SFOZRH
San Francisco
Sat 11/28
5:20 pm-10:25 am
1 stop32h 05m
Zurich
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$429
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SFO San Francisco - ZRH Zurich
SFOZRH
San Francisco
Tue 1/5
5:20 pm-7:40 am
3 stops29h 20m
Zurich
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$441
San FranciscoZurich
SFO San Francisco - ZRH Zurich
SFOZRH
San Francisco
Sun 11/1
10:17 pm-10:25 am
3 stops27h 08m
Zurich
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$499
San FranciscoZurich
SFO San Francisco - ZRH Zurich
SFOZRH
San Francisco
Tue 10/27
5:45 pm-7:40 pm
1 stop17h 55m
Zurich
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$527
San FranciscoZurich
SFO San Francisco - ZRH Zurich
SFOZRH
San Francisco
Sun 1/17
6:35 pm-1:45 pm
1 stop34h 10m
Zurich
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$604
San FranciscoZurich
SFO San Francisco - ZRH Zurich
SFOZRH
San Francisco
Sun 1/17
6:15 am-10:50 am
2 stops19h 35m
Zurich
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$750
Quickest round-trip
San FranciscoZurich
SFO San Francisco - ZRH Zurich
SFOZRH
San Francisco
Wed 12/30
8:13 am-7:40 am
1 stop14h 27m
Zurich
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$753
San FranciscoZurich
SFO San Francisco - ZRH Zurich
SFOZRH
San Francisco
Fri 3/19
8:15 pm-10:35 pm
1 stop18h 20m
Zurich
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$754
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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 Francisco to Zurich in October.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
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| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*2 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*2 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Zurich flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Zurich flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Zurich flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Zurich flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Francisco-Zurich flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Zurich?
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Zurich, you should look to book at least 32 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Zurich?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Zurich (average of $882). Flying from San Francisco to Zurich in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,653). 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 SFO to ZRH?
Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 21, 2026.
When flying from San Francisco to Zurich, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.
How often are flights from San Francisco to Zurich delayed?
About 12% of weekly flights between San Francisco and Zurich have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 192 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for San Francisco to Zurich flights?
Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Monday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Francisco to Zurich flights?
Over the last year, SWISS have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 5% of flights being delayed.
What’s the top layover airport for flights from San Francisco to Zurich?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from San Francisco to Zurich chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 58% of 1-stop itineraries from San Francisco to Zurich on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from San Francisco to Zurich?
Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from San Francisco to Zurich, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.
Copenhagen (CPH) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $614.
What’s the fastest layover option from San Francisco to Zurich?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from San Francisco to Zurich, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 15h 31m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from San Francisco to Zurich?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from San Francisco to Zurich, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 4h 08m.
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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 21, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with SWISS,Turkish Airlines, andScandinavian Airlines from San Francisco 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.
Entertainment
6.8
Boarding
7.7
Overall
7.5
Crew
8.3
Food
7.1
Comfort
7.4
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Oct 2026
BOS - ZRH
Entertainment
6.8
Boarding
7.7
Overall
7.5
Crew
8.3
Food
7.1
Comfort
7.4
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Oct 2026
BOS - ZRH
Entertainment
6.8
Boarding
7.7
Overall
7.5
Crew
8.3
Food
7.1
Comfort
7.4
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Oct 2026
BOS - ZRH
Entertainment
6.8
Boarding
7.7
Overall
7.5
Crew
8.3
Food
7.1
Comfort
7.4
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Oct 2026
BOS - ZRH
Entertainment
6.8
Boarding
7.7
Overall
7.5
Crew
8.3
Food
7.1
Comfort
7.4
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Oct 2026
BOS - ZRH
Entertainment
6.8
Boarding
7.7
Overall
7.5
Crew
8.3
Food
7.1
Comfort
7.4
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Oct 2026
BOS - ZRH
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
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| Cheapest$460 | Average$836 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
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