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$412+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) 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 11/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — ZRH
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Zurich are usually found in February or November, booked 53 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Sunday and return on a Tuesday

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Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$841
(KLM)

One-way from

$412
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$918

Good round-trip deal

$1,023 or less

Good one-way deal

$678 or less
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Cheapest flights from San José to Zurich
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to Zurich. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 30, 2025.

This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/178:30 pmSJO - ZRH
1 stop14h 55mKLM
Wed 12/36:50 amZRH - SJO
1 stop18h 35mKLM
Deal found 10/28$841
This Air Canada 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/268:50 amSJO - ZRH
1 stop14h 25mAir Canada
Wed 12/31:20 pmZRH - SJO
1 stop16h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 10/27$846
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 12/38:50 amSJO - ZRH
1 stop14h 25mAir Canada
Wed 1/2112:40 pmZRH - SJO
2 stops18h 25mAir Canada
Deal found 10/30$847
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Tue 12/28:35 amSJO - ZRH
1 stop18h 50mAir Canada
Thu 12/111:20 pmZRH - SJO
1 stop16h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 10/28$853
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/128:30 pmSJO - ZRH
1 stop13h 15mKLM
Mon 12/89:00 amZRH - SJO
1 stop16h 25mKLM
Deal found 10/30$860
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/318:30 pmSJO - ZRH
1 stop13h 15mKLM
Fri 1/306:50 amZRH - SJO
1 stop18h 35mKLM
Deal found 10/28$871
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Thu 11/278:35 amSJO - ZRH
2 stops20h 20mAir Canada
Sat 12/61:20 pmZRH - SJO
1 stop16h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 10/28$872
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 12/38:35 amSJO - ZRH
1 stop18h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/107:15 amZRH - SJO
2 stops22h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$876
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Mon 12/18:50 amSJO - ZRH
1 stop14h 25mAir Canada
Wed 12/107:15 amZRH - SJO
2 stops22h 40mAir Canada
Deal found 10/28$878
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/38:30 pmSJO - ZRH
1 stop13h 15mKLM
Tue 11/119:00 amZRH - SJO
1 stop16h 25mKLM
Deal found 10/28$880
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/238:05 pmSJO - ZRH
1 stop19h 25mAir France
Fri 12/56:30 amZRH - SJO
1 stop18h 20mAir France
Deal found 10/28$881
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Tue 12/28:35 amSJO - ZRH
1 stop18h 50mAir Canada
Mon 12/812:45 pmZRH - SJO
2 stops41h 10mAir Canada
Deal found 10/28$884

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from San José 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 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San José to Zurich that are best for you.

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San JoséZurich

SJO - ZRH

SJOZRH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 11/17

8:30 pm-1:30 pm

1 stop34h 00m

Zurich

Mon 11/24

9:00 am-6:25 pm

1 stop16h 25m

$906

San JoséZurich

SJO - ZRH

SJOZRH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 11/3

8:30 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop14h 55m

Zurich

Sat 11/15

6:50 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop30h 00m

$912

San JoséZurich

SJO - ZRH

SJOZRH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 11/4

8:30 pm-8:15 am

1 stop28h 45m

Zurich

Sat 11/15

6:50 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop30h 00m

$912

San JoséZurich

SJO - ZRH

SJOZRH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/5

8:30 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop14h 55m

Zurich

Sun 11/16

10:45 am-5:50 pm

1 stop14h 05m

$912

San JoséZurich

SJO - ZRH

SJOZRH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 11/2

8:30 pm-8:15 am

1 stop28h 45m

Zurich

Tue 11/18

6:30 am-5:50 pm

1 stop18h 20m

$917

San JoséZurich

SJO - ZRH

SJOZRH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 1/19

8:45 am-4:45 pm

2 stops25h 00m

Zurich

Sat 1/31

7:05 am-6:55 pm

1 stop18h 50m

$920

San JoséZurich

SJO - ZRH

SJOZRH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 11/7

8:30 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop18h 55m

Zurich

Sat 11/15

2:15 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop35h 10m

$935

San JoséZurich

SJO - ZRH

SJOZRH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/5

8:30 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop18h 55m

Zurich

Sun 11/16

6:50 am-6:25 pm

1 stop18h 35m

$935

San JoséZurich

SJO - ZRH

SJOZRH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 11/3

8:30 pm-1:30 pm

1 stop34h 00m

Zurich

Sat 11/15

9:00 am-10:07 pm

2 stops20h 07m

$943

San JoséZurich

SJO - ZRH

SJOZRH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 11/11

1:30 pm-12:40 pm

3 stops40h 10m

$412

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

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

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

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

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

Booking 53 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San José 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 José to Zurich?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Zurich (average of $648). Flying from San José to Zurich in August is currently the most expensive (average of $962). 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 SJO to ZRH?

Find hourly flight availability from San José 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 30, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San José to Zurich is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 47% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San José to Zurich?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San José to Zurich. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San José to Zurich flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San José 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 30, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown KLM, SWISS, and Air France from San José to Zurich. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,406 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,406 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,406 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,775 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,406 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,482 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,406 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,383 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,406 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
Iberia
7.0
Good
3,004 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,406 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San José to Zurich. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    This flight path from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Zurich was viewed by 1 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    For as low as $906, KLM can have you in Zurich from San José in 34h. The distance between San José and Zurich is about 5835 mi.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from San José to Zurich is Air Canada. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $637 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are KLM and Iberia, starting at $670 and $745 round-trip. Air Canada is priced at 35% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San José to Zurich?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from San José to Zurich are Edelweiss Air (88%), SWISS (88%) and Lufthansa (88%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $675. While the most popular route (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Zurich) can be booked for $869 on average, our data indicates $952 when flying from San José to Zurich.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Zurich (average of $648). Flying from San José to Zurich in August is currently the most expensive (average of $962). 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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Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San José 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 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$637Average$729FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
KLMCheapest$670Average$983FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
IberiaCheapest$745Average$1,126FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air FranceCheapest$760Average$994FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$793Average$891FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SWISSCheapest$794Average$1,019FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%

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