Zurich

$437+ Cheap flights from San Jose (SJC) to Zurich (ZRH)

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SJC — ZRH
mai 17 — mai 241
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Cheap flight deals from San Jose to Zurich

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Jose (SJC) 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 mai 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Expedia
3 stars

Round-trip from

$517
(Finnair)

One-way from

$437
(Ovago)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,067
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Jose-Zurich flight deals.
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From San Jose to Zurich
One-way flight from San Jose to Zurich
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($218 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 11% potential price decrease ($105 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2025

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Cheapest flights from San Jose to Zurich
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Jose to Zurich. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on mai 12, 2025.

This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mer. 10/155:52 amSJC - ZRH
2 stops27h 28mMultiple Airlines
lun. 11/37:05 pmZRH - SJC
2 stops34h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$517
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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.
sam. 11/16:39 pmSJC - ZRH
2 stops29h 16mUnited Airlines
sam. 11/151:20 pmZRH - SJC
2 stops40h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/12$590
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 9/91:55 pmSJC - ZRH
2 stops34h 45mScandinavian Airlines
lun. 9/152:50 pmZRH - SJC
2 stops37h 32mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 5/12$743
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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.
mer. 8/132:28 pmSJC - ZRH
2 stops22h 52mIberia
mer. 8/277:30 amZRH - SJC
2 stops22h 03mIberia
Deal found 5/12$760
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 10/146:45 amSJC - ZRH
1 stop16h 20mDelta
ven. 10/3110:45 amZRH - SJC
2 stops19h 01mDelta
Deal found 5/11$774
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sam. 7/261:07 pmSJC - ZRH
2 stops35h 28mBritish Airways
mer. 8/67:15 amZRH - SJC
2 stops20h 17mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/11$804
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ven. 7/251:07 pmSJC - ZRH
2 stops20h 53mAmerican Airlines
mer. 8/67:15 amZRH - SJC
2 stops20h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/11$811
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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.
mar. 8/1912:02 pmSJC - ZRH
2 stops18h 53mIcelandair
mar. 8/262:00 pmZRH - SJC
2 stops17h 59mIcelandair
Deal found 5/12$847
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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.
mer. 8/61:02 pmSJC - ZRH
2 stops17h 38mCondor
lun. 8/258:00 amZRH - SJC
2 stops23h 43mCondor
Deal found 5/12$858
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jeu. 7/248:58 amSJC - ZRH
2 stops24h 17mITA Airways
mar. 8/57:05 pmZRH - SJC
2 stops30h 48mITA Airways
Deal found 5/11$977
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dim. 6/156:28 pmSJC - ZRH
2 stops30h 42mAir Canada
dim. 6/299:55 amZRH - SJC
2 stops44h 07mAir Canada
Deal found 5/12$1,201

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

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San Jose

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Zurich

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Price

San JoseZurich

SJC - ZRH

SJCZRH

San Jose

mer. 10/15

5:52 am-6:20 pm

2 stops27h 28m

Zurich

lun. 11/3

7:05 pm-8:43 pm

2 stops34h 38m

$517

San JoseZurich

SJC - ZRH

SJCZRH

San Jose

sam. 11/1

6:39 pm-7:55 am

2 stops29h 16m

Zurich

sam. 11/15

1:20 pm-9:11 pm

2 stops40h 51m

$590

San JoseZurich

SJC - ZRH

SJCZRH

San Jose

mar. 9/9

1:55 pm-9:40 am

2 stops34h 45m

Zurich

lun. 9/15

2:50 pm-7:22 pm

2 stops37h 32m

$743

San JoseZurich

SJC - ZRH

SJCZRH

San Jose

mer. 8/13

2:28 pm-10:20 pm

2 stops22h 52m

Zurich

mer. 8/27

7:30 am-8:33 pm

2 stops22h 03m

$760

San JoseZurich

SJC - ZRH

SJCZRH

San Jose

mar. 10/14

6:45 am-8:05 am

1 stop16h 20m

Zurich

ven. 10/31

10:45 am-9:46 pm

2 stops19h 01m

$774

San JoseZurich

SJC - ZRH

SJCZRH

San Jose

sam. 7/26

1:07 pm-9:35 am

2 stops35h 28m

Zurich

mer. 8/6

7:15 am-6:32 pm

2 stops20h 17m

$804

San JoseZurich

SJC - ZRH

SJCZRH

San Jose

ven. 7/25

1:07 pm-7:00 pm

2 stops20h 53m

Zurich

mer. 8/6

7:15 am-7:00 pm

2 stops20h 45m

$811

San JoseZurich

SJC - ZRH

SJCZRH

San Jose

mar. 8/19

12:02 pm-3:55 pm

2 stops18h 53m

Zurich

mar. 8/26

2:00 pm-10:59 pm

2 stops17h 59m

$847

San JoseZurich

SJC - ZRH

SJCZRH

San Jose

mer. 8/6

1:02 pm-3:40 pm

2 stops17h 38m

Zurich

lun. 8/25

8:00 am-10:43 pm

2 stops23h 43m

$858

San JoseZurich

SJC - ZRH

SJCZRH

San Jose

jeu. 7/24

8:58 am-6:15 pm

2 stops24h 17m

Zurich

mar. 8/5

7:05 pm-4:53 pm

2 stops30h 48m

$977

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 5/12

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Jose to Zurich in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars

*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 Jose-Zurich flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Jose-Zurich flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Jose-Zurich flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Jose-Zurich flights, Cheapflights users trust Expedia the most. Expedia 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 Jose-Zurich flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Cheapflights Insights

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Jose to Zurich?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to Zurich (average of $637). Flying from San Jose to Zurich in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,227). 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 SJC to ZRH?

Find hourly flight availability from San Jose 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 mai 12, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Jose to Zurich at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 37% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

Rainfall in Zurich by month

Plan your trip to Zurich by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Zurich ranges from 2.5 - 5.0 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.0 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Zurich when rainfall is around 2.5 in.

Temperature in Zurich by month

Plan your trip to Zurich by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Zurich, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 66.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 32.0 F).

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 mai 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines and Scandinavian Airlines from San Jose to Zurich to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Jose to Zurich. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Jose to Zurich round-trip?

    United Airlines, at $736, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Jose to Zurich.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Scandinavian Airlines and Iberia. You may be able to fly from San Jose to Zurich for 27% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is British Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $437. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and Icelandair, as they are both options that can get you from San Jose to Zurich for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to Zurich (average of $637). Flying from San Jose to Zurich in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,227). 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 3 airlines flying from San Jose to Zurich

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from San Jose 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 mai 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$534Average$771FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$727Average$996FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SWISSCheapest$774Average$1,357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%

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