$415+ 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 3/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Cheapest flights from San José to ZurichExplore 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 January 28, 2026.
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 January 28, 2026.
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Find flight deals from San José to Zurich
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San José (SJO) 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 January 28, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $816 (British Airways) |
One-way from | $415 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | August |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $1,058 |
Good round-trip deal | $1,186 or less |
Good one-way deal | $719 or less |
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San JoséZurich
SJO - ZRH
SJOZRH
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mon 2/9
8:30 pm-8:15 am
1 stop28h 45m
Zurich
Mon 2/16
2:50 pm-5:50 pm
1 stop34h 00m
San JoséZurich
SJO - ZRH
SJOZRH
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 4/22
2:49 pm-4:45 pm
2 stops17h 56m
Zurich
Sun 5/3
7:45 am-5:10 pm
1 stop17h 25m
San JoséZurich
SJO - ZRH
SJOZRH
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 4/22
2:49 pm-6:40 pm
2 stops19h 51m
Zurich
Wed 5/6
7:00 am-5:10 pm
2 stops18h 10m
San JoséZurich
SJO - ZRH
SJOZRH
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Fri 6/12
7:05 pm-10:25 pm
2 stops19h 20m
Zurich
Wed 9/9
7:00 am-5:00 pm
2 stops18h 00m
San JoséZurich
SJO - ZRH
SJOZRH
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Tue 6/9
6:25 pm-1:40 pm
1 stop35h 15m
Zurich
Tue 6/23
7:30 pm-5:00 pm
1 stop29h 30m
San JoséZurich
SJO - ZRH
SJOZRH
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Fri 5/22
7:15 pm-10:25 pm
2 stops19h 10m
Zurich
Fri 5/29
9:20 am-6:26 pm
2 stops17h 06m
San JoséZurich
SJO - ZRH
SJOZRH
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Tue 2/10
8:30 pm-10:25 pm
1 stop18h 55m
Zurich
Tue 2/24
6:50 am-5:50 pm
2 stops18h 00m
San JoséZurich
SJO - ZRH
SJOZRH
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 4/23
8:45 am-3:50 pm
1 stop23h 05m
Zurich
Sat 5/2
1:35 pm-5:30 am
2 stops23h 55m
San JoséZurich
SJO - ZRH
SJOZRH
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 7/9
12:30 am-10:25 am
2 stops25h 55m
Zurich
Tue 7/28
1:05 pm-10:11 am
2 stops29h 06m
San JoséZurich
SJO - ZRH
SJOZRH
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sun 4/26
6:00 am-3:45 pm
1 stop25h 45m
Zurich
Mon 5/4
11:55 am-12:21 pm
2 stops32h 26m
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- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San José-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 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
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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?
Booking 34 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Zurich (average of $676). Flying from San José to Zurich in August is currently the most expensive (average of $975). 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?
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from San José to Zurich as you normally would.
How often are flights from San José to Zurich delayed?
About 29% of weekly flights between San José and Zurich have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 136 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for San José to Zurich flights?
Historically, flights departing at night 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?
Sunday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on San José to Zurich flights?
Over the last year, Edelweiss Air have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 29% of flights being delayed.
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 January 28, 2026.
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.
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Snapyou,Jan 2026
TPA - LHR
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Snapyou,Jan 2026
TPA - LHR
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Snapyou,Jan 2026
TPA - LHR
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TPA - LHR
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Snapyou,Jan 2026
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Snapyou,Jan 2026
TPA - LHR
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Top 5 airlines flying from San José to Zurich
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$682 | Average$863 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time67% | |
| Cheapest$690 | Average$1,126 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$760 | Average$947 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$778 | Average$901 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$795 | Average$1,024 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time79% |