$606+ 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 12/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — ZRH
Sep 10 — Sep 171
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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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 August 11, 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 August 11, 2026.
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/233:50 pm -
Nonstop10h 50m
Mon 11/301:30 pm -
Nonstop12h 20m
Deal found 8/10![SWISS logo]()
$871
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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.
Tue 11/247:30 pm -
2 stops15h 20m
Tue 12/16:30 am -
1 stop16h 40m
Deal found 8/7![Air France logo]()
$873
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 10/287:30 pm -
1 stop15h 55m
Sun 11/89:00 am -
1 stop15h 30m
Deal found 8/8![KLM logo]()
$875
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 11/27:30 pm -
1 stop15h 55m
Mon 11/99:00 am -
1 stop15h 30m
Deal found 8/11![KLM logo]()
$876
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 9/141:19 pm -
2 stops19h 26m
Wed 9/237:40 am -
1 stop17h 20m
Deal found 8/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$883
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 11/167:00 am -
2 stops18h 15m
Thu 11/266:50 am -
2 stops22h 25m
Deal found 8/10![KLM logo]()
$885
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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.
Mon 11/27:30 pm -
2 stops15h 20m
Mon 11/99:00 am -
1 stop15h 30m
Deal found 8/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$887
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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.
Tue 12/17:30 pm -
2 stops15h 20m
Tue 12/86:30 am -
2 stops18h 00m
Deal found 8/10![Air France logo]()
$888
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 11/306:20 pm -
2 stops17h 05m
Tue 12/86:30 am -
2 stops18h 00m
Deal found 8/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$889
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 11/184:40 pm -
Nonstop10h 35m
Sat 11/289:55 am -
Nonstop12h 20m
Deal found 8/10![SWISS logo]()
$893
Best flights from San José to ZurichDiscover carefully curated flight deals from San José to Zurich that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 11, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San José to Zurich that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 11, 2026.
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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.
Tue 10/61:25 pm -
2 stops19h 20m
Wed 10/2110:55 am -
1 stop14h 05m
Deal found 8/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$911
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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.
Mon 9/148:45 am -
1 stop23h 05m
Fri 10/91:10 pm -
1 stop26h 05m
Deal found 8/6![United Airlines logo]()
$955
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 1/39:00 pm -
2 stops17h 40m
Sun 1/1011:25 am -
1 stop14h 50m
Deal found 8/6![Lufthansa logo]()
$1,328
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 9/91:25 pm -
2 stops34h 20m
Sat 9/1911:55 am -
2 stops32h 26m
Deal found 8/7![United Airlines logo]()
$964
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 8/261:25 pm -
2 stops34h 40m
Fri 9/111:35 pm -
1 stop25h 40m
Deal found 8/10![United Airlines logo]()
$1,112
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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.
Tue 9/12:48 pm -
2 stops19h 52m
Sun 9/67:40 am -
1 stop17h 20m
Deal found 8/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,307
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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.
Fri 1/223:08 pm -
2 stops24h 17m
Fri 2/511:05 am -
3 stops41h 49m
Deal found 8/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,375
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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.
Fri 9/41:25 pm -
2 stops37h 00m
Sat 9/191:10 pm -
2 stops31h 11m
Deal found 8/10![United Airlines logo]()
$1,327
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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.
Fri 8/217:15 am -
2 stops24h 55m
Fri 10/93:35 pm -
2 stops28h 03m
Deal found 8/7![United Airlines logo]()
$1,337
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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.
Fri 8/217:15 am -
2 stops28h 50m
Fri 9/111:35 pm -
1 stop25h 40m
Deal found 8/9![United Airlines logo]()
$1,347
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 12/236:40 am -
1 stop25h 35m
Mon 1/45:15 pm -
1 stop33h 38m
Deal found 8/7![United Airlines logo]()
$1,372
Last-minute flights from San José to ZurichDiscover last-minute flight deals from San José to Zurich. Data last updated August 11, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San José to Zurich. Data last updated August 11, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 9/141:19 pm -
2 stops19h 26m
Wed 9/237:40 am -
1 stop17h 20m
Deal found 8/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$883
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/183:50 pm -
Nonstop11h 05m
Sat 11/79:55 am -
Nonstop12h 20m
Deal found 8/10![SWISS logo]()
$906
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 9/227:10 am -
1 stop18h 55m
Wed 12/21:20 pm -
1 stop16h 10m
Deal found 8/10![Air Canada logo]()
$914
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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.
Tue 9/221:19 pm -
2 stops19h 26m
Wed 12/29:00 am -
1 stop15h 30m
Deal found 8/7![KLM logo]()
$917
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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.
Fri 9/257:10 am -
1 stop18h 55m
Sun 10/1112:40 pm -
1 stop15h 40m
Deal found 8/9![Air Canada logo]()
$910
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 9/281:19 pm -
2 stops19h 26m
Tue 10/67:00 am -
1 stop17h 20m
Deal found 8/9![KLM logo]()
$911
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 9/288:45 am -
1 stop23h 05m
Wed 10/1412:40 pm -
1 stop15h 40m
Deal found 8/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$930
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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.
Tue 9/291:19 pm -
2 stops19h 26m
Thu 10/89:20 am -
1 stop15h 00m
Deal found 8/9![KLM logo]()
$904
One-way flights from San José to ZurichSearch for one-way flight options from San José to Zurich. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 11, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from San José to Zurich. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 11, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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.
Thu 12/246:53 am -
2 stops32h 37m
Deal found 8/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$606
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 11/27:30 pm -
1 stop15h 55m
Deal found 8/8![KLM logo]()
$655
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 10/117:05 pm -
1 stop19h 20m
Deal found 8/10![Air France logo]()
$656
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 12/287:30 pm -
1 stop19h 55m
Deal found 8/6![KLM logo]()
$657
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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.
Sun 10/111:25 pm -
2 stops19h 20m
Deal found 8/10![KLM logo]()
$684
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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.
Sat 12/265:25 pm -
2 stops18h 00m
Deal found 8/10![KLM logo]()
$688
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 8/251:26 pm -
3 stops57h 34m
Deal found 8/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$697
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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.
Sat 12/269:30 pm -
1 stop29h 30m
Deal found 8/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$702
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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.
Thu 12/171:10 am -
3 stops49h 45m
Deal found 8/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$706
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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.
Sat 12/195:53 pm -
2 stops42h 02m
Deal found 8/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$724
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 8/197:07 am -
3 stops42h 08m
Deal found 8/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$732
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 August 11, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $871 (KLM) |
One-way from | $606 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | August |
Cheapest in | October |
Average price | $1,152 |
Good round-trip deal | $875 or less |
Good one-way deal | $883 or less |
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 August 11, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San José to Zurich that are best for you.
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Cheapest round-trip
San JoséZurich
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - ZRH Zurich
SJOZRH
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Tue 10/6
1:25 pm-4:45 pm
2 stops19h 20m
Zurich
Wed 10/21
10:55 am-5:00 pm
1 stop14h 05m
$911
San JoséZurich
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - ZRH Zurich
SJOZRH
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mon 9/14
8:45 am-3:50 pm
1 stop23h 05m
Zurich
Fri 10/9
1:10 pm-7:15 am
1 stop26h 05m
$955
San JoséZurich
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - ZRH Zurich
SJOZRH
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 9/9
1:25 pm-7:45 am
2 stops34h 20m
Zurich
Sat 9/19
11:55 am-12:21 pm
2 stops32h 26m
$964
San JoséZurich
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - ZRH Zurich
SJOZRH
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 8/26
1:25 pm-8:05 am
2 stops34h 40m
Zurich
Fri 9/11
1:35 pm-7:15 am
1 stop25h 40m
$1,112
San JoséZurich
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - ZRH Zurich
SJOZRH
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Tue 9/1
2:48 pm-6:40 pm
2 stops19h 52m
Zurich
Sun 9/6
7:40 am-5:00 pm
1 stop17h 20m
$1,307
San JoséZurich
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - ZRH Zurich
SJOZRH
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Fri 9/4
1:25 pm-10:25 am
2 stops37h 00m
Zurich
Sat 9/19
1:10 pm-12:21 pm
2 stops31h 11m
$1,327
Quickest round-trip
San JoséZurich
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - ZRH Zurich
SJOZRH
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sun 1/3
9:00 pm-9:40 pm
2 stops17h 40m
Zurich
Sun 1/10
11:25 am-7:15 pm
1 stop14h 50m
$1,328
San JoséZurich
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - ZRH Zurich
SJOZRH
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Fri 8/21
7:15 am-4:10 pm
2 stops24h 55m
Zurich
Fri 10/9
3:35 pm-11:38 am
2 stops28h 03m
$1,337
San JoséZurich
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - ZRH Zurich
SJOZRH
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Fri 8/21
7:15 am-8:05 pm
2 stops28h 50m
Zurich
Fri 9/11
1:35 pm-7:15 am
1 stop25h 40m
$1,347
San JoséZurich
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - ZRH Zurich
SJOZRH
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 12/23
6:40 am-3:15 pm
1 stop25h 35m
Zurich
Mon 1/4
5:15 pm-7:53 pm
1 stop33h 38m
$1,372
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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.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San José to Zurich
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Delays
How far ahead should I book a flight from San José to Zurich?
Booking 36 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Zurich (average of $907). Flying from San José to Zurich in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,152). 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 August 11, 2026.
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 13% of weekly flights between San José and Zurich have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 124 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?
Wednesday 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 13% 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 August 11, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown KLM,Air France, andSWISS 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.
Crew
8.4
Boarding
7.8
Overall
7.8
Entertainment
7.2
Food
7.3
Comfort
7.7
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Apr 2026
OKC - ATL
Crew
8.4
Boarding
7.8
Overall
7.8
Entertainment
7.2
Food
7.3
Comfort
7.7
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Apr 2026
OKC - ATL
Crew
8.4
Boarding
7.8
Overall
7.8
Entertainment
7.2
Food
7.3
Comfort
7.7
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Apr 2026
OKC - ATL
Crew
8.4
Boarding
7.8
Overall
7.8
Entertainment
7.2
Food
7.3
Comfort
7.7
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Apr 2026
OKC - ATL
Crew
8.4
Boarding
7.8
Overall
7.8
Entertainment
7.2
Food
7.3
Comfort
7.7
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Apr 2026
OKC - ATL
Crew
8.4
Boarding
7.8
Overall
7.8
Entertainment
7.2
Food
7.3
Comfort
7.7
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Apr 2026
OKC - ATL
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