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$518+ Cheap flights from San Jose (SJC) 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 9/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJC — ZRH
Aug 21 — Aug 281
Thu 8/21
Thu 8/28
1 adult, Economy
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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 August 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$585
(eDestinos)

One-way from

$518
(Gurufare)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$714
From San Jose to Zurich
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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 August 16, 2025.

This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/203:22 pmSJC - ZRH
2 stops19h 23mScandinavian Airlines
Thu 10/3010:25 amZRH - SJC
2 stops20h 33mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 8/14$585
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/151:30 pmSJC - ZRH
2 stops21h 15mScandinavian Airlines
Mon 11/38:25 pmZRH - SJC
2 stops34h 20mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 8/15$605
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Fri 9/51:44 pmSJC - ZRH
2 stops34h 56mScandinavian Airlines
Tue 9/98:25 pmZRH - SJC
2 stops31h 48mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 8/14$606
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/301:31 pmSJC - ZRH
2 stops21h 24mScandinavian Airlines
Tue 10/710:20 amZRH - SJC
2 stops21h 38mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 8/16$621
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/81:59 pmSJC - ZRH
2 stops20h 46mScandinavian Airlines
Fri 9/1910:20 amZRH - SJC
2 stops21h 30mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 8/15$640
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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.
Sun 11/96:45 amSJC - ZRH
2 stops18h 45mDelta
Mon 11/172:15 pmZRH - SJC
2 stops35h 02mDelta
Deal found 8/15$652
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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.
Sun 12/2810:51 pmSJC - ZRH
2 stops26h 39mDelta
Sun 1/181:30 pmZRH - SJC
2 stops31h 39mDelta
Deal found 8/15$657
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/1011:35 amSJC - ZRH
2 stops17h 35mScandinavian Airlines
Wed 9/1710:20 amZRH - SJC
2 stops21h 30mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 8/15$658
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/61:44 pmSJC - ZRH
2 stops34h 56mScandinavian Airlines
Fri 9/122:50 pmZRH - SJC
2 stops37h 23mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 8/13$662
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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.
Sun 9/146:35 amSJC - ZRH
1 stop16h 30mDelta
Wed 9/241:35 pmZRH - SJC
2 stops27h 46mDelta
Deal found 8/15$668

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Jose 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 16, 2025.
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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San JoseZurich

SJC - ZRH

SJCZRH

San Jose

Mon 10/20

3:22 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops19h 23m

Zurich

Thu 10/30

10:25 am-10:58 pm

2 stops20h 33m

$585

San JoseZurich

SJC - ZRH

SJCZRH

San Jose

Wed 10/15

1:30 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops21h 15m

Zurich

Mon 11/3

8:25 pm-9:45 pm

2 stops34h 20m

$605

San JoseZurich

SJC - ZRH

SJCZRH

San Jose

Fri 9/5

1:44 pm-9:40 am

2 stops34h 56m

Zurich

Tue 9/9

8:25 pm-7:13 pm

2 stops31h 48m

$606

San JoseZurich

SJC - ZRH

SJCZRH

San Jose

Tue 9/30

1:31 pm-7:55 pm

2 stops21h 24m

Zurich

Tue 10/7

10:20 am-10:58 pm

2 stops21h 38m

$621

San JoseZurich

SJC - ZRH

SJCZRH

San Jose

Sat 9/13

3:26 pm-9:40 am

2 stops33h 14m

Zurich

Fri 9/19

8:15 pm-7:13 pm

2 stops31h 58m

$640

San JoseZurich

SJC - ZRH

SJCZRH

San Jose

Sun 9/14

7:14 am-9:40 am

2 stops41h 26m

Zurich

Thu 9/25

8:25 pm-7:13 pm

2 stops31h 48m

$640

San JoseZurich

SJC - ZRH

SJCZRH

San Jose

Sat 9/13

3:26 pm-9:40 am

2 stops33h 14m

Zurich

Mon 9/22

2:50 pm-10:50 pm

2 stops41h 00m

$640

San JoseZurich

SJC - ZRH

SJCZRH

San Jose

Mon 9/29

3:26 pm-9:40 am

2 stops33h 14m

Zurich

Mon 10/6

8:25 pm-10:58 pm

2 stops35h 33m

$640

San JoseZurich

SJC - ZRH

SJCZRH

San Jose

Thu 9/11

9:47 am-10:45 pm

2 stops27h 58m

$518

San JoseZurich

SJC - ZRH

SJCZRH

San Jose

Mon 12/8

2:50 pm-3:30 pm

2 stops15h 40m

$575

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Best time to book a flight from San Jose to Zurich

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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 $1,151). 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 August 16, 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.

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 16, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Scandinavian Airlines and United Airlines from San Jose 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.
Scandinavian Airlines
7.4
Good
1,469 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

OSL - CPH

Good was ok. Complimentary wine and beer was nice. Soft drinks should have been free too. Overall great flight
Scandinavian Airlines
7.4
Good
1,469 reviews
Scandinavian Airlines
7.4
Good
1,469 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

OSL - CPH

Good was ok. Complimentary wine and beer was nice. Soft drinks should have been free too. Overall great flight
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,916 reviews
Scandinavian Airlines
7.4
Good
1,469 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

OSL - CPH

Good was ok. Complimentary wine and beer was nice. Soft drinks should have been free too. Overall great flight

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?

    Scandinavian Airlines, at $534, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Jose to Zurich. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be United Airlines. You may be able to fly from San Jose to Zurich for 41% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • 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 $1,151). 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 2 airlines flying from San Jose to Zurich

Discover the top 2 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 August 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$534Average$771FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$683Average$891FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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