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3:30 pm - 7:40 pmSFO-ZRH
20h 10m2 stops
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10:25 am - 10:44 pmZRH-SFO
21h 19m2 stops
$575Scandinavian Airlines
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Tue, Oct 28 - Tue, Nov 11
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4:40 pm - 9:40 amSFO-ZRH
32h 00m1 stop
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2:55 pm - 3:35 pmZRH-SFO
32h 40m1 stop
$578Scandinavian Airlines
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Sat, Mar 7 - Sun, Mar 15
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4:35 pm - 10:35 pmSFO-ZRH
21h 00m1 stop
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6:10 am - 2:30 pmZRH-SFO
17h 20m1 stop
$579TAP AIR PORTUGAL
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Wed, Nov 12 - Wed, Dec 3
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8:59 pm - 7:40 pmSFO-ZRH
38h 41m2 stops
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8:25 pm - 3:35 pmZRH-SFO
27h 10m1 stop
$580Scandinavian Airlines
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Sun, Oct 26 - Sat, Nov 1
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7:40 pm - 7:45 pmSFO-ZRH
15h 05m1 stop
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8:25 pm - 2:35 pmZRH-SFO
27h 10m1 stop
$581Scandinavian Airlines
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Fri, Oct 24 - Sun, Nov 2
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4:35 pm - 10:35 pmSFO-ZRH
21h 00m1 stop
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1:30 pm - 2:30 pmZRH-SFO
34h 00m1 stop
$584TAP AIR PORTUGAL
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Wed, Nov 5 - Tue, Nov 11
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7:00 am - 3:40 pmSFO-ZRH
23h 40m2 stops
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8:00 am - 2:30 pmZRH-SFO
15h 30m1 stop
$590Multiple Airlines
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Mon, Oct 20 - Wed, Oct 22
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3:35 pm - 7:40 pmSFO-ZRH
19h 05m2 stops
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7:10 am - 2:35 pmZRH-SFO
16h 25m1 stop
$591Multiple Airlines
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Mon, Nov 17 - Mon, Nov 24
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6:45 pm - 9:25 amSFO-ZRH
29h 40m1 stop
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6:35 pm - 11:05 amZRH-SFO
25h 30m1 stop
$599Turkish Airlines
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Wed, Oct 22 - Wed, Nov 19
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6:50 pm - 1:40 pmSFO-ZRH
33h 50m1 stop
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6:45 am - 4:45 pmZRH-SFO
19h 00m1 stop
$608Turkish Airlines
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Scandinavian Airlines flights from San Francisco to Zurich

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Scandinavian Airlines
Oct 28
SFO3:30 pmSan Francisco
20h 10m
2 stops
ZRH7:40 pmZurich
Nov 11
ZRH10:25 amZurich
21h 19m
2 stops
SFO10:44 pmSan Francisco
$575
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Scandinavian Airlines
Mar 7
SFO4:40 pmSan Francisco
32h 00m
1 stop
ZRH9:40 amZurich
Mar 15
ZRH2:55 pmZurich
32h 40m
1 stop
SFO3:35 pmSan Francisco
$578
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Scandinavian Airlines
Oct 26
SFO8:59 pmSan Francisco
38h 41m
2 stops
ZRH7:40 pmZurich
Nov 1
ZRH8:25 pmZurich
27h 10m
1 stop
SFO3:35 pmSan Francisco
$580
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TAP AIR PORTUGAL flights from San Francisco to Zurich

Our best TAP AIR PORTUGAL deals on San Francisco to Zurich flight tickets
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Nov 12
SFO4:35 pmSan Francisco
21h 00m
1 stop
ZRH10:35 pmZurich
Dec 3
ZRH6:10 amZurich
17h 20m
1 stop
SFO2:30 pmSan Francisco
$579
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TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Nov 5
SFO4:35 pmSan Francisco
21h 00m
1 stop
ZRH10:35 pmZurich
Nov 11
ZRH1:30 pmZurich
34h 00m
1 stop
SFO2:30 pmSan Francisco
$584
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TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Mar 4
SFO4:35 pmSan Francisco
15h 35m
1 stop
ZRH5:10 pmZurich
Mar 9
ZRH6:10 amZurich
17h 25m
1 stop
SFO3:35 pmSan Francisco
$598
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San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Tue 10/28

3:30 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops20h 10m

Zurich

Tue 11/11

10:25 am-10:44 pm

2 stops21h 19m

$575

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Sat 3/7

4:40 pm-9:40 am

1 stop32h 00m

Zurich

Sun 3/15

2:55 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop32h 40m

$578

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Wed 11/12

4:35 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop21h 00m

Zurich

Wed 12/3

6:10 am-2:30 pm

1 stop17h 20m

$579

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Sun 10/26

8:59 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops38h 41m

Zurich

Sat 11/1

8:25 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop27h 10m

$580

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Fri 10/24

7:40 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop15h 05m

Zurich

Sun 11/2

8:25 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop27h 10m

$581

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Wed 11/5

4:35 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop21h 00m

Zurich

Tue 11/11

1:30 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop34h 00m

$584

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Mon 10/20

7:00 am-3:40 pm

2 stops23h 40m

Zurich

Wed 10/22

8:00 am-2:30 pm

1 stop15h 30m

$590

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Mon 11/17

3:35 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops19h 05m

Zurich

Mon 11/24

7:10 am-2:35 pm

1 stop16h 25m

$591

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Wed 10/22

6:45 pm-9:25 am

1 stop29h 40m

Zurich

Wed 11/19

6:35 pm-11:05 am

1 stop25h 30m

$599

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Tue 1/13

6:50 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop33h 50m

Zurich

Thu 2/12

6:45 am-4:45 pm

1 stop19h 00m

$608

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Zurich?

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Zurich. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $697. If you don’t want to visit Zurich in February, then you should wait until March to fly from San Francisco, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $701.

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

According to our data, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to Zurich from San Francisco. The lowest ticket price found for a Tuesday departure recently was $881. 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 San Francisco because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $1,061.

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 afternoon when flights can be purchased for as low as $735. Flights to Zurich are more costly in the morning, with an average ticket price of $1,196. Departure times in the morning fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest San Francisco to Zurich flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Zurich from San Francisco when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Zurich for around $898 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Zurich from San Francisco for as low as $799 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on San Francisco to Zurich flights?

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

Can stopping save me money on San Francisco to Zurich flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between San Francisco to Zurich.

How have San Francisco to Zurich flight prices changed over time?

As of October 2025, prices for San Francisco to Zurich flights are approximately 4% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from San Francisco to Zurich

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from San Francisco to Zurich according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Best Price Found

$481

Fastest flight time

11h 00m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Zurich

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Zurich from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is $481. The best round-trip flight deal from San Francisco to Zurich found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $681.
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Zurich takes 11h 00m
Direct flights go from San Francisco to Zurich every day.
There is 1 airport near Zurich: Zurich (ZRH)
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  • How far is San Francisco to Zurich by plane?

    San Francisco and Zurich are 5817.6 mi apart from one another. Flights usually cover this in 14h 10m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Zurich Airport?

    Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Zurich Airport are updated daily.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to Zurich Airport?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from San Francisco 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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Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Zurich

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Rating
Free Cancellation
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $358Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,043 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $404Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,446 reviews
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Scandinavian AirlinesPriceFrom $515Free CancellationRating
7.4
1,530 reviews
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TAP AIR PORTUGALPriceFrom $525Free CancellationRating
7.1
2,005 reviews
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CondorPriceFrom $544Free CancellationRating
6.4
375 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $559Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,971 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $608Free CancellationRating
7.3
3,996 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom $608Free CancellationRating
6.8
7,465 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $632Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,965 reviews
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SWISSPriceFrom $661Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,766 reviews
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  • SWISS Flights From San Francisco to Zurich

    SWISS is one of the most popular airlines flying from San Francisco to Zurich, operating 10 flights/week on average for this route. A good SWISS flight deal for San Francisco to Zurich starts from $661 round-trip, up to an average price of $1,073. Our users have rated SWISS at 7.6/10.

  • United Airlines Flights From San Francisco to Zurich

    Another popular option for San Francisco to Zurich flights is United Airlines (7.4/10, 8,965 ratings). United Airlines flies from San Francisco to Zurich around 11 times per week, with deals starting from $632 round-trip and rising to an average price of around $1,051.

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