What is the cheapest airline that flies from Sacramento Intl to Zurich?

United Airlines is the most popular carrier operating from Sacramento Intl to Zurich

What airlines fly to Zurich?

SWISS, Condor and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Zurich from Sacramento according to our data. SWISS is the first choice among our users, with 35% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Zurich. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to Zurich on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Sacramento to Zurich?

San Francisco (SFO) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 55m.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Sacramento and Zurich?

Chicago (ORD) was the most common stop: 27% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Sacramento to Zurich?

Flights via Washington, D.C. (IAD) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $487.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Sacramento to Zurich?

Flights connecting via San Francisco (SFO) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 13h 56m.

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

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

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

The number of operators available for flights from Sacramento Intl Airport to Zurich Airport is 3 as of September 2026.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Sacramento Intl Airport to Zurich Airport.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your Zurich Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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9:55 am - 10:40 amSMF Sacramento Intl-ZRH Zurich

15h 45m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

1:05 pm - 10:40 pmZRH Zurich-SMF Sacramento Intl

18h 35m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$569SWISS

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 - 6:08 pmZRH Zurich-SMF Sacramento Intl

37h 48m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Los Angeles

$591United Airlines

Wed, Nov 4 - Fri, Nov 20

4:05 pm - 6:15 amSMF Sacramento Intl-ZRH Zurich

53h 10m2 stops Vancouver Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

12:40 pm - 3:21 pmZRH Zurich-SMF Sacramento Intl

35h 41m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Vancouver Intl

$598Air Canada

Mon, Nov 2 - Wed, Nov 18

4:05 pm - 6:15 amSMF Sacramento Intl-ZRH Zurich

29h 10m2 stops Vancouver Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

12:40 pm - 3:21 pmZRH Zurich-SMF Sacramento Intl

35h 41m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Vancouver Intl

$598Air 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

9:40 am - 10:40 pmZRH Zurich-SMF Sacramento Intl

22h 00m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$606United Airlines

Mon, Nov 2 - Wed, Nov 18

10:17 am - 3:35 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-ZRH Zurich

20h 18m1 stop Los Angeles

1:15 pm - 11:44 pmZRH Zurich-SMF Sacramento Intl

19h 29m1 stop San Francisco

$606United Airlines

Wed, Nov 4 - Fri, Nov 20

6:20 am - 10:25 amSMF Sacramento Intl-ZRH Zurich

19h 05m2 stops San Francisco Toronto Pearson Intl

12:40 pm - 3:21 pmZRH Zurich-SMF Sacramento Intl

59h 41m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Vancouver Intl

$608Multiple Airlines

Wed, Nov 4 - Fri, Nov 20

9:55 am - 10:40 amSMF Sacramento Intl-ZRH Zurich

15h 45m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

1:10 pm - 8:36 pmZRH Zurich-SMF Sacramento Intl

16h 26m1 stop Los Angeles

$620SWISS

Wed, Nov 4 - Fri, Nov 20

8:00 am - 10:15 amSMF Sacramento Intl-ZRH Zurich

17h 15m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

1:10 pm - 9:03 pmZRH Zurich-SMF Sacramento Intl

16h 53m1 stop Los Angeles

$664SWISS

Fri, Jan 15 - Mon, Jan 18

2:15 pm - 5:50 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-ZRH Zurich

18h 35m2 stops Los Angeles Paris Charles de Gaulle

1:30 pm - 11:45 pmZRH Zurich-SMF Sacramento Intl

19h 15m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Salt Lake City

$3,690Delta

Mon, Jan 18 - Mon, Feb 8

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8:13 am - 10:25 amSMF Sacramento Intl-ZRH Zurich

17h 12m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

9:50 am - 6:48 pmZRH Zurich-SMF Sacramento Intl

17h 58m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,011SWISS

Mon, Sep 21 - Fri, Oct 2

6:10 pm - 11:25 amSMF Sacramento Intl-ZRH Zurich

32h 15m1 stop Vancouver Intl

9:50 am - 6:48 pmZRH Zurich-SMF Sacramento Intl

17h 58m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,015Multiple Airlines

Mon, Sep 21 - Fri, Oct 2

7:49 am - 2:50 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-ZRH Zurich

22h 01m2 stops Los Angeles London Heathrow

9:50 am - 10:46 pmZRH Zurich-SMF Sacramento Intl

21h 56m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,016United Airlines

Mon, Sep 21 - Fri, Oct 2

10:50 am - 4:35 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-ZRH Zurich

20h 45m2 stops Denver Intl London Heathrow

9:50 am - 6:48 pmZRH Zurich-SMF Sacramento Intl

17h 58m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,016United Airlines

Mon, Sep 21 - Fri, Oct 2

10:14 am - 4:10 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-ZRH Zurich

20h 56m2 stops Los Angeles Munich Franz Josef Strauss

9:50 am - 10:46 pmZRH Zurich-SMF Sacramento Intl

21h 56m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,016Multiple Airlines

Mon, Sep 21 - Fri, Oct 2

12:57 pm - 4:35 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-ZRH Zurich

18h 38m2 stops Denver Intl London Heathrow

1:05 pm - 10:46 pmZRH Zurich-SMF Sacramento Intl

18h 41m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,016United Airlines

Mon, Sep 21 - Fri, Oct 2

6:00 am - 10:35 amSMF Sacramento Intl-ZRH Zurich

19h 35m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul New York John F Kennedy Intl

1:35 pm - 8:37 amZRH Zurich-SMF Sacramento Intl

28h 02m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Los Angeles

$1,024Delta

Thu, Sep 24 - Sat, Oct 3

10:55 pm - 8:05 amSMF Sacramento Intl-ZRH Zurich

24h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

7:00 am - 10:45 pmZRH Zurich-SMF Sacramento Intl

24h 45m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$1,028Delta

Mon, Sep 21 - Fri, Oct 2

6:00 am - 10:20 amSMF Sacramento Intl-ZRH Zurich

19h 20m1 stop San Francisco

1:10 pm - 10:59 pmZRH Zurich-SMF Sacramento Intl

18h 49m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,145SWISS

Thu, Sep 24 - Sat, Oct 3

11:42 am - 12:20 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-ZRH Zurich

15h 38m2 stops San Francisco Frankfurt am Main

1:10 pm - 10:59 pmZRH Zurich-SMF Sacramento Intl

18h 49m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,165Multiple Airlines

Thu, Sep 24 - Sat, Oct 3

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SWISS flights from Sacramento to Zurich

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SWISS

Nov 3

SMF9:55 amSacramento Intl

15h 45m

1 stop

ZRH10:40 amZurich

Nov 10

ZRH1:05 pmZurich

18h 35m

1 stop

SMF10:40 pmSacramento Intl

$569

SWISS

Nov 4

SMF9:55 amSacramento Intl

15h 45m

1 stop

ZRH10:40 amZurich

Nov 20

ZRH1:10 pmZurich

16h 26m

1 stop

SMF8:36 pmSacramento Intl

$620

SWISS

Jan 15

SMF8:00 amSacramento Intl

17h 15m

1 stop

ZRH10:15 amZurich

Jan 18

ZRH1:10 pmZurich

16h 53m

1 stop

SMF9:03 pmSacramento Intl

$664

Air Canada flights from Sacramento to Zurich

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Air Canada

Nov 2

SMF4:05 pmSacramento Intl

53h 10m

2 stops

ZRH6:15 amZurich

Nov 18

ZRH12:40 pmZurich

35h 41m

2 stops

SMF3:21 pmSacramento Intl

$598

Air Canada

Nov 4

SMF5:00 amSacramento Intl

20h 25m

2 stops

ZRH10:25 amZurich

Nov 20

ZRH12:40 pmZurich

20h 04m

2 stops

SMF11:44 pmSacramento Intl

$618

Air Canada

Nov 23

SMF5:00 amSacramento Intl

20h 25m

2 stops

ZRH10:25 amZurich

Dec 2

ZRH1:20 pmZurich

41h 00m

2 stops

SMF9:20 pmSacramento Intl

$646

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SMF Sacramento Intl - ZRH Zurich

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Sacramento Intl

Tue 11/3

9:55 am-10:40 am

1 stop15h 45m

Zurich

Tue 11/10

1:05 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop18h 35m

$569

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SMF Sacramento Intl - ZRH Zurich

SMFZRH

Sacramento Intl

Wed 11/4

8:00 am-7:40 am

1 stop14h 40m

Zurich

Fri 11/20

1:20 pm-6:08 pm

2 stops37h 48m

$591

SacramentoZurich

SMF Sacramento Intl - ZRH Zurich

SMFZRH

Sacramento Intl

Mon 11/2

4:05 pm-6:15 am

2 stops53h 10m

Zurich

Wed 11/18

12:40 pm-3:21 pm

2 stops35h 41m

$598

SacramentoZurich

SMF Sacramento Intl - ZRH Zurich

SMFZRH

Sacramento Intl

Tue 11/3

4:05 pm-6:15 am

2 stops29h 10m

Zurich

Tue 11/10

12:40 pm-3:21 pm

2 stops35h 41m

$598

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SMF Sacramento Intl - ZRH Zurich

SMFZRH

Sacramento Intl

Mon 11/2

8:00 am-7:40 am

1 stop14h 40m

Zurich

Wed 11/18

9:40 am-10:40 pm

1 stop22h 00m

$606

SacramentoZurich

SMF Sacramento Intl - ZRH Zurich

SMFZRH

Sacramento Intl

Wed 11/4

10:17 am-3:35 pm

1 stop20h 18m

Zurich

Fri 11/20

1:15 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop19h 29m

$606

SacramentoZurich

SMF Sacramento Intl - ZRH Zurich

SMFZRH

Sacramento Intl

Wed 11/4

6:20 am-10:25 am

2 stops19h 05m

Zurich

Fri 11/20

12:40 pm-3:21 pm

2 stops59h 41m

$608

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SMF Sacramento Intl - ZRH Zurich

SMFZRH

Sacramento Intl

Wed 11/4

9:55 am-10:40 am

1 stop15h 45m

Zurich

Fri 11/20

1:10 pm-8:36 pm

1 stop16h 26m

$620

SacramentoZurich

SMF Sacramento Intl - ZRH Zurich

SMFZRH

Sacramento Intl

Fri 1/15

8:00 am-10:15 am

1 stop17h 15m

Zurich

Mon 1/18

1:10 pm-9:03 pm

1 stop16h 53m

$664

SacramentoZurich

SMF Sacramento Intl - ZRH Zurich

SMFZRH

Sacramento Intl

Mon 1/18

2:15 pm-5:50 pm

2 stops18h 35m

Zurich

Mon 2/8

1:30 pm-11:45 pm

2 stops19h 15m

$3,690

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Sacramento and Zurich?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $676 to $912.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $569.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Zurich?

In general, November is the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Zurich. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $493. If you don’t want to visit Zurich in November, then you should wait until December to fly from Sacramento, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $510.

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

According to our data, Monday is the cheapest day to fly to Zurich from Sacramento. The lowest ticket price found for a Monday departure recently was $977. 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, Friday is the most expensive day to depart from Sacramento because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $1,194.

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

The cheapest time of day to fly to Zurich is in the evening when flights can be purchased for as low as $1,039. Flights to Zurich are more costly at noon, with an average ticket price of $1,443. Departure times at noon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

Can stopping save me money on Sacramento to Zurich flights?

You could potentially save up to 44% on your flight if you consider stops on a Sacramento to Zurich flight.

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Best Price Found	$318
Fastest flight time	14h 40m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Zurich from Sacramento in the past 72 hours is $318. The best round-trip flight deal from Sacramento to Zurich found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $569.

The fastest flight from Sacramento to Zurich takes 14h 40m

There are no direct flights from Sacramento to Zurich. There are no popular flight routes from Sacramento to Zurich.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Sacramento to Zurich

How far is Sacramento Intl to Zurich by plane?
The distance between Sacramento Intl and Zurich is about 5745.1 mi. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 14h 40m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Sacramento Intl Airport to Zurich Airport?
Prices for flights from Sacramento Intl Airport to Zurich Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Sacramento Intl Airport to Zurich Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Sacramento Intl Airport to Zurich Airport is 3 as of September 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Sacramento Intl Airport to Zurich Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Sacramento Intl Airport to Zurich Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Zurich Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Zurich Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Sacramento to Zurich?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Sacramento and Zurich, the leading airline is United Airlines, making up 73% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include SWISS with 17% and Delta with 10%.

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
United Airlines	PriceFrom $500	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,227 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $563	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,592 reviews	Search Delta flights
SWISS	PriceFrom $569	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 2,078 reviews	Search SWISS flights

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