Zurich

$268+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Zurich (ZRH)

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SFO — ZRH
Mar 5 — Mar 121
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Zurich
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 February 3, 2026.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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.
Mon 8/244:45 pm
SFO
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ZRH
1 stop17h 55m
Scandinavian Airlines
Tue 9/112:55 pm
ZRH
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SFO
2 stops34h 45m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 2/3$574
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 9/24:45 pm
SFO
-
ZRH
1 stop17h 55m
Scandinavian Airlines
Tue 9/2212:55 pm
ZRH
-
SFO
2 stops34h 45m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 2/2$575
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/154:40 pm
SFO
-
ZRH
1 stop18h 00m
Scandinavian Airlines
Wed 2/258:25 pm
ZRH
-
SFO
1 stop27h 10m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 2/1$577
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Mon 2/24:35 pm
SFO
-
ZRH
1 stop21h 00m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Mon 2/96:10 am
ZRH
-
SFO
1 stop17h 25m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 2/2$578
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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.
Sun 3/14:40 pm
SFO
-
ZRH
2 stops16h 30m
Scandinavian Airlines
Sun 3/88:25 pm
ZRH
-
SFO
1 stop27h 10m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 1/31$579
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Fri 2/204:40 pm
SFO
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ZRH
2 stops18h 50m
Scandinavian Airlines
Fri 2/271:00 pm
ZRH
-
SFO
2 stops34h 35m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 2/2$582
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Fri 3/67:10 pm
SFO
-
ZRH
1 stop32h 30m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sun 3/156:00 pm
ZRH
-
SFO
1 stop29h 35m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 2/1$583
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 3/235:40 pm
SFO
-
ZRH
2 stops40h 30m
Scandinavian Airlines
Wed 4/812:55 pm
ZRH
-
SFO
2 stops34h 45m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 2/1$584
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/24:45 pm
SFO
-
ZRH
2 stops34h 10m
Scandinavian Airlines
Wed 9/168:25 pm
ZRH
-
SFO
1 stop27h 15m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 2/1$586
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 4/74:45 pm
SFO
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ZRH
1 stop17h 55m
Scandinavian Airlines
Sun 4/198:25 pm
ZRH
-
SFO
1 stop27h 15m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 2/2$588

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 February 3, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$577
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$268
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$778

Good round-trip deal

$644 or less

Good one-way deal

$374 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Francisco-Zurich flight deals.
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From San Francisco to Zurich
One-way flight from San Francisco to Zurich
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($108 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($38 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Zurich.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from San Francisco to Zurich.

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Zurich that are best for you.

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San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Tue 2/17

7:10 am-9:40 am

2 stops17h 30m

Zurich

Thu 2/26

8:25 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop27h 10m

$613

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Tue 3/3

4:40 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop18h 00m

Zurich

Tue 3/10

10:25 am-11:15 pm

2 stops20h 50m

$618

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Wed 3/4

7:00 am-9:40 am

2 stops17h 40m

Zurich

Fri 3/13

1:00 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops34h 35m

$627

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Mon 2/23

1:15 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops21h 25m

Zurich

Fri 2/27

1:00 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops34h 35m

$629

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Fri 3/6

4:40 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop18h 00m

Zurich

Fri 3/20

7:10 am-11:15 pm

2 stops24h 05m

$682

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Wed 4/1

7:25 am-11:35 am

2 stops19h 10m

Zurich

Wed 4/15

12:55 pm-2:40 pm

2 stops34h 45m

$739

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Wed 3/18

7:00 am-9:40 am

2 stops18h 40m

Zurich

Sun 3/29

12:55 pm-2:40 pm

2 stops34h 45m

$766

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Wed 4/1

7:25 am-9:40 am

2 stops17h 15m

Zurich

Tue 4/21

7:10 am-2:40 pm

1 stop16h 30m

$796

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Fri 4/3

7:25 am-9:40 am

2 stops17h 15m

Zurich

Sun 4/26

8:25 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop27h 15m

$848

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Fri 4/3

12:55 pm-12:35 pm

1 stop38h 40m

Zurich

Sun 4/26

3:10 pm-10:50 am

1 stop28h 40m

$849

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Compare providers for flights from San Francisco 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 Francisco to Zurich in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
Thrive TravelPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*2 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*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 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.

Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Zurich

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Zurich. Price data was last updated on January 30, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Zurich, you should look to book at least 82 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Zurich (average of $358). Flying from San Francisco to Zurich in June is currently the most expensive (average of $805). 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 February 3, 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.

The best insider tips for San Francisco to Zurich flights

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Our travel experts
Yulia Denisyuk

Yulia Denisyuk

Expert on ZRH

Yulia is a freelance journalist who’s dispatched from 90+ countries. Her work focuses on cultures, adventure trips and air travel, appearing in NatGeo, NYT, CNTraveler, and more. For past assignments, she’s stayed with nomads in Mongolia and learned the art of Imigongo in Rwanda. She’s based in Chicago; in winter she often questions that decision.

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on SFO

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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 February 3, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with SWISS, United Airlines, and Turkish 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.

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Food

7.1

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.

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Food

7.1

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.

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Food

7.1

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.

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Food

7.1

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.

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Food

7.1

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.

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Food

7.1

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 Francisco to Zurich. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports do I use to fly from San Francisco to Zurich?

    If you book a flight from San Francisco to Zurich, you will be flying from San Francisco to Zurich. Flights to Zurich (ZRH) from San Francisco (SFO) take 11h 05m for a nonstop flight. There is 1 flight from San Francisco to Zurich per day from 11 airlines.

  • How popular is this San Francisco to Zurich flight route?

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to Zurich?

    Departing from San Francisco to Zurich will take you 17h 30m. There are 5822 mi between San Francisco and Zurich.

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

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Zurich, with prices starting at $358. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by British Airways and Scandinavian Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $404 and $453, respectively. American Airlines is currently priced 60% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Zurich one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Iberia, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $324. However, be on the lookout for offers from Scandinavian Airlines and British Airways, as they are both options that can get you from San Francisco to Zurich for a low price.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Zurich?

    On average you can expect to pay $4,689 for a flight from San Francisco to Zurich. The cheapest flight overall is $254 while the most popular route, (San Francisco - Zurich) is currently priced at $525.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Francisco to Zurich?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Frankfurt am Main?

    Most Frankfurt am Main visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Römerberg, Oper Frankfurt, and Konstablerwache. Römerberg, Oper Frankfurt and Konstablerwache are located about 7.4 mi, 7.0 mi, and 7.7 mi, respectively from Frankfurt am Main if you are interested in checking them out. Those on a layover in Frankfurt am Main in need of a rental car can book one at Frankfurt am Main for about $45.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Copenhagen?

    Tivoli, Rådhuspladsen, and Frederiksberg Runddel are the most popular attractions in Copenhagen if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Those on a layover in Copenhagen interested in visiting Tivoli, Rådhuspladsen, or Frederiksberg Runddel can do so by traveling 5.3 mi, 5.2 mi, and 6.2 mi, respectively from Kastrup Copenhagen. Those landing in Copenhagen looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $39 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Francisco to Zurich flights?

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Zurich (average of $358). Flying from San Francisco to Zurich in June is currently the most expensive (average of $805). 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 10 airlines flying from San Francisco to Zurich

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 February 3, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$358Average$731FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$404Average$706FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$453Average$642FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$502Average$769FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
CondorCheapest$515Average$867FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
DeltaCheapest$559Average$902FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$606Average$712FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LufthansaCheapest$608Average$1,103FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$614Average$1,028FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SWISSCheapest$642Average$1,021FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%

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