How many flights depart from California to Zurich on average per week?

44 flights are operational weekly from California to Zurich as of September 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 16% of flights per week taking off on this day.

How long does it take to fly to Zurich?

Average flight duration from California to Zurich depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from San Francisco to Zurich is 10h 55m on average, while flying from Los Angeles to Zurich is 11h on average. Zurich is the most popular airport in Zurich.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Zurich?

United Airlines, Delta, and Turkish Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from California to Zurich

How many flights depart from California to Zurich on average per day?

As of September 2026, 6 flights take off from California and land in Zurich each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 7:00PM, with 53% of daily flights taking off in the evening.

What airlines fly to Zurich?

SWISS, Condor and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Zurich from California according to our data. SWISS is the first choice among our users, with 41% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Zurich. Keep in mind that there are 12 different airlines that fly to Zurich on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Zurich Airport?

Prices for flights from California to Zurich Airport were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Zurich Airport?

There are 12 operators available for flights from California to Zurich Airport as of September 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to Zurich Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Zurich Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Zurich Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Zurich Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Zurich Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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4:01 pm - 3:30 pmSAN San Diego-ZRH Zurich

14h 29m1 stop San Francisco

1:05 pm - 10:40 pmZRH Zurich-SAN San Diego

18h 35m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$569SWISS

Mon, Nov 2 - Tue, Nov 17

1:30 pm - 3:30 pmSAN San Diego-ZRH Zurich

17h 00m1 stop San Francisco

1:15 pm - 8:37 pmZRH Zurich-SAN San Diego

16h 22m1 stop San Francisco

$569SWISS

Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 15

12:55 pm - 10:25 amSAN San Diego-ZRH Zurich

36h 30m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

1:00 pm - 12:00 pmZRH Zurich-SAN San Diego

32h 00m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

$591Air Canada

Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10

8:00 am - 7:40 amSMF Sacramento Intl-ZRH Zurich

14h 40m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

1:20 pm - 12:20 pmZRH Zurich-SMF Sacramento Intl

32h 00m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

$591United Airlines

Mon, Nov 2 - Wed, Nov 18

6:20 am - 3:35 pmSAN San Diego-ZRH Zurich

24h 15m1 stop Los Angeles

1:00 pm - 12:00 pmZRH Zurich-SAN San Diego

32h 00m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

$592United Airlines

Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 24

12:55 pm - 10:25 amSAN San Diego-ZRH Zurich

36h 30m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

1:00 pm - 11:27 amZRH Zurich-SAN San Diego

31h 27m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$594Air Canada

Mon, Nov 2 - Tue, Nov 17

6:00 pm - 3:30 pmSAN San Diego-ZRH Zurich

36h 30m1 stop London Heathrow

10:15 am - 8:35 pmZRH Zurich-SAN San Diego

19h 20m2 stops Philadelphia Dallas/Fort Worth

$595American Airlines

Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10

7:15 am - 8:15 amSAN San Diego-ZRH Zurich

16h 00m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Philadelphia

10:15 am - 8:35 pmZRH Zurich-SAN San Diego

19h 20m2 stops Philadelphia Dallas/Fort Worth

$598American Airlines

Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10

6:00 pm - 8:15 pmSAN San Diego-ZRH Zurich

17h 15m1 stop London Heathrow

9:10 pm - 4:10 pmZRH Zurich-SAN San Diego

28h 00m1 stop London Heathrow

$600British Airways

Mon, Jan 25 - Mon, Feb 8

6:00 pm - 8:20 pmSAN San Diego-ZRH Zurich

17h 20m1 stop London Heathrow

10:15 am - 4:10 pmZRH Zurich-SAN San Diego

14h 55m1 stop London Heathrow

$618British Airways

Tue, Feb 2 - Thu, Feb 11

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10:55 pm - 8:15 amSMF Sacramento Intl-ZRH Zurich

24h 20m1 stop Newark

1:15 pm - 9:29 amZRH Zurich-SMF Sacramento Intl

29h 14m1 stop San Francisco

$706United Airlines

Sun, Sep 27 - Thu, Oct 8

7:50 pm - 7:45 amSMF Sacramento Intl-ZRH Zurich

26h 55m2 stops Los Angeles Chicago O'Hare Intl

1:15 pm - 9:29 amZRH Zurich-SMF Sacramento Intl

29h 14m1 stop San Francisco

$710United Airlines

Sun, Sep 27 - Thu, Oct 8

6:00 am - 10:05 amSMF Sacramento Intl-ZRH Zurich

19h 05m2 stops San Francisco Toronto Pearson Intl

9:30 am - 9:42 pmZRH Zurich-SMF Sacramento Intl

21h 12m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss San Francisco

$733Multiple Airlines

Sun, Sep 27 - Thu, Oct 8

4:30 pm - 8:40 pmSFO San Francisco-ZRH Zurich

19h 10m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

8:00 am - 2:30 pmZRH Zurich-SFO San Francisco

15h 30m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

$809Condor

Thu, Sep 24 - Thu, Oct 1

8:10 pm - 12:35 pmLAX Los Angeles-ZRH Zurich

31h 25m1 stop Istanbul

3:10 pm - 11:40 amZRH Zurich-LAX Los Angeles

29h 30m1 stop Istanbul

$829Turkish Airlines

Mon, Sep 28 - Fri, Oct 16

4:45 pm - 3:40 pmLAX Los Angeles-ZRH Zurich

13h 55m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

8:00 am - 2:45 pmZRH Zurich-LAX Los Angeles

15h 45m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

$859Condor

Sun, Sep 27 - Sun, Oct 11

4:45 pm - 8:45 pmLAX Los Angeles-ZRH Zurich

19h 00m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

8:00 am - 9:27 pmZRH Zurich-LAX Los Angeles

22h 27m2 stops Frankfurt am Main San Francisco

$929Multiple Airlines

Mon, Sep 28 - Fri, Oct 16

8:10 pm - 10:20 pmLAX Los Angeles-ZRH Zurich

17h 10m1 stop Istanbul

7:40 am - 11:40 amZRH Zurich-LAX Los Angeles

37h 00m1 stop Istanbul

$976Turkish Airlines

Sat, Sep 26 - Sun, Oct 11

10:50 pm - 9:40 amSFO San Francisco-ZRH Zurich

25h 50m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin

7:55 pm - 8:50 pmZRH Zurich-SFO San Francisco

33h 55m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin

$977LOT

Sat, Sep 26 - Fri, Oct 9

4:45 pm - 10:30 pmLAX Los Angeles-ZRH Zurich

20h 45m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado

6:20 am - 2:40 pmZRH Zurich-LAX Los Angeles

17h 20m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado

$997TAP AIR PORTUGAL

Tue, Sep 29 - Sat, Oct 17

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SWISS flights from California to Zurich

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SWISS

Dec 1

SAN1:30 pmSan Diego

17h 00m

1 stop

ZRH3:30 pmZurich

Dec 15

ZRH1:15 pmZurich

16h 22m

1 stop

SAN8:37 pmSan Diego

$569

SWISS

Oct 21

SAN1:24 pmSan Diego

17h 26m

1 stop

ZRH3:50 pmZurich

Nov 4

ZRH1:05 pmZurich

18h 35m

1 stop

SAN10:40 pmSan Diego

$611

SWISS

Nov 9

SAN1:31 pmSan Diego

16h 59m

1 stop

ZRH3:30 pmZurich

Nov 23

ZRH1:15 pmZurich

16h 22m

1 stop

SAN8:37 pmSan Diego

$614

Delta flights from California to Zurich

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Delta

Nov 9

SAN6:25 amSan Diego

19h 25m

2 stops

ZRH10:50 amZurich

Nov 23

ZRH11:55 amZurich

33h 15m

1 stop

SAN12:10 pmSan Diego

$631

Delta

Nov 16

SAN6:15 amSan Diego

19h 35m

2 stops

ZRH10:50 amZurich

Nov 30

ZRH11:55 amZurich

33h 15m

1 stop

SAN12:10 pmSan Diego

$678

Delta

Nov 11

SFO3:10 pmSan Francisco

13h 50m

1 stop

ZRH2:00 pmZurich

Dec 7

ZRH11:55 amZurich

32h 50m

1 stop

SFO11:45 amSan Francisco

$806

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Mon 11/2

4:01 pm-3:30 pm

1 stop14h 29m

Zurich

Tue 11/17

1:05 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop18h 35m

$569

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SAN San Diego - ZRH Zurich

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1:30 pm-3:30 pm

1 stop17h 00m

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1:15 pm-8:37 pm

1 stop16h 22m

$569

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SAN San Diego - ZRH Zurich

SANZRH

San Diego

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12:55 pm-10:25 am

1 stop36h 30m

Zurich

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1:00 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop32h 00m

$591

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SMF Sacramento Intl - ZRH Zurich

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Mon 11/2

8:00 am-7:40 am

1 stop14h 40m

Zurich

Wed 11/18

1:20 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops32h 00m

$591

San DiegoZurich

SAN San Diego - ZRH Zurich

SANZRH

San Diego

Tue 11/10

6:20 am-3:35 pm

1 stop24h 15m

Zurich

Tue 11/24

1:00 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop32h 00m

$592

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SAN San Diego - ZRH Zurich

SANZRH

San Diego

Mon 11/2

12:55 pm-10:25 am

1 stop36h 30m

Zurich

Tue 11/17

1:00 pm-11:27 am

2 stops31h 27m

$594

San DiegoZurich

SAN San Diego - ZRH Zurich

SANZRH

San Diego

Tue 11/3

6:00 pm-3:30 pm

1 stop36h 30m

Zurich

Tue 11/10

10:15 am-8:35 pm

2 stops19h 20m

$595

San DiegoZurich

SAN San Diego - ZRH Zurich

SANZRH

San Diego

Tue 11/3

7:15 am-8:15 am

2 stops16h 00m

Zurich

Tue 11/10

10:15 am-8:35 pm

2 stops19h 20m

$598

San DiegoZurich

SAN San Diego - ZRH Zurich

SANZRH

San Diego

Mon 1/25

6:00 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop17h 15m

Zurich

Mon 2/8

9:10 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop28h 00m

$600

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San DiegoZurich

SAN San Diego - ZRH Zurich

SANZRH

San Diego

Tue 2/2

6:00 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop17h 20m

Zurich

Thu 2/11

10:15 am-4:10 pm

1 stop14h 55m

$618

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Zurich?

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from California to Zurich. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $797. If you don’t want to visit Zurich in February, then you should wait until November to fly from California, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $826.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Zurich?

According to our data, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly to Zurich from California. The lowest ticket price found for a Wednesday departure recently was $871. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to depart from California because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $1,096.

What is the cheapest California to Zurich flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from California to Zurich?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Zurich from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Zurich for around $1,011 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Zurich from California for as low as $914 on momondo.

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There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on California to Zurich flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Best Price Found	$280
Fastest flight time	10h 40m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Zurich	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Zurich from California in the past 72 hours is $280. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Zurich found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $569.

The fastest flight from California to Zurich takes 10h 40m

Direct flights go from California to Zurich every day.

There is 1 airport in Zurich. From California there are direct flights to Zurich (ZRH).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Zurich Airport?
Prices for flights from California to Zurich Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Zurich Airport?
There are 12 operators available for flights from California to Zurich Airport as of September 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Zurich Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Zurich Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Zurich Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Zurich Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Zurich Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from California to Zurich?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from California to Zurich is Boeing 777-300ER (53.36% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (19.85%), Boeing 777 (13.08%), and Airbus A350-900 (3.05%).

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British Airways	PriceFrom $455	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,226 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Scandinavian Airlines	PriceFrom $487	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,992 reviews	Search Scandinavian Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $500	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,231 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
TAP AIR PORTUGAL	PriceFrom $525	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 2,379 reviews	Search TAP AIR PORTUGAL flights
SWISS	PriceFrom $549	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 2,083 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Delta	PriceFrom $561	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,594 reviews	Search Delta flights
Condor	PriceFrom $589	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 594 reviews	Search Condor flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $592	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 8,234 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $605	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 12,077 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $609	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,464 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights

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