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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Zurich from $398

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4:30 pm - 4:00 pmSFO-ZRH
14h 30m1 stop
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8:00 am - 11:49 pmZRH-SFO
24h 49m2 stops
$644
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Tue, Sep 9 - Fri, Sep 12
Condor Logo
4:30 pm - 3:40 pmSFO-ZRH
14h 10m1 stop
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8:00 am - 2:30 pmZRH-SFO
15h 30m1 stop
$645Condor
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Fri, Sep 12 - Wed, Sep 24
American Airlines Logo
11:17 am - 2:30 pmSFO-ZRH
18h 13m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
11:45 am - 11:35 pmZRH-SFO
20h 50m1 stop
$646American Airlines
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Tue, Sep 23 - Tue, Oct 7
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 8:50 amSFO-ZRH
17h 50m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
11:45 am - 10:02 pmZRH-SFO
19h 17m1 stop
$647American Airlines
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Wed, Sep 17 - Wed, Sep 24
Turkish Airlines Logo
12:40 pm - 5:40 pmSFO-ZRH
20h 00m1 stop
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6:35 pm - 4:40 pmZRH-SFO
31h 05m1 stop
$651Turkish Airlines
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Mon, Sep 22 - Wed, Oct 1
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6:45 pm - 10:20 pmSFO-ZRH
18h 35m1 stop
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3:00 pm - 4:40 pmZRH-SFO
34h 40m1 stop
$654Turkish Airlines
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Sun, Sep 28 - Mon, Oct 13
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
1:00 pm - 7:40 pmSFO-ZRH
21h 40m2 stops
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6:50 pm - 2:35 pmZRH-SFO
28h 45m2 stops
$655Scandinavian Airlines
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Wed, Feb 11 - Sun, Feb 22
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
12:30 pm - 9:40 amSFO-ZRH
36h 10m2 stops
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2:50 pm - 11:09 pmZRH-SFO
41h 19m2 stops
$656Scandinavian Airlines
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Mon, Sep 8 - Wed, Sep 24
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6:00 am - 10:20 pmSFO-ZRH
31h 20m2 stops
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11:50 am - 11:28 pmZRH-SFO
20h 38m2 stops
$681Iberia
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Tue, Sep 23 - Wed, Oct 8
Iberia Logo
7:00 am - 7:00 pmSFO-ZRH
27h 00m2 stops
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7:45 pm - 11:28 pmZRH-SFO
36h 43m2 stops
$684Iberia
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American Airlines flights from San Francisco to Zurich

Our best American Airlines deals on San Francisco to Zurich flight tickets
American Airlines
Sep 23
SFO11:17 amSan Francisco
18h 13m
2 stops
ZRH2:30 pmZurich
Oct 7
ZRH11:45 amZurich
20h 50m
1 stop
SFO11:35 pmSan Francisco
$646
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American Airlines
Sep 17
SFO6:00 amSan Francisco
17h 50m
2 stops
ZRH8:50 amZurich
Sep 24
ZRH11:45 amZurich
19h 17m
1 stop
SFO10:02 pmSan Francisco
$647
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American Airlines
Sep 17
SFO9:00 amSan Francisco
14h 50m
1 stop
ZRH8:50 amZurich
Oct 8
ZRH11:45 amZurich
20h 50m
1 stop
SFO11:35 pmSan Francisco
$648
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Turkish Airlines flights from San Francisco to Zurich

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Turkish Airlines
Sep 22
SFO12:40 pmSan Francisco
20h 00m
1 stop
ZRH5:40 pmZurich
Oct 1
ZRH6:35 pmZurich
31h 05m
1 stop
SFO4:40 pmSan Francisco
$651
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Turkish Airlines
Sep 28
SFO6:45 pmSan Francisco
18h 35m
1 stop
ZRH10:20 pmZurich
Oct 13
ZRH3:00 pmZurich
34h 40m
1 stop
SFO4:40 pmSan Francisco
$654
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Turkish Airlines
Oct 19
SFO6:45 pmSan Francisco
18h 35m
1 stop
ZRH10:20 pmZurich
Nov 4
ZRH6:45 amZurich
19h 00m
1 stop
SFO4:45 pmSan Francisco
$659
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San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Tue 9/9

4:30 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop14h 30m

Zurich

Fri 9/12

8:00 am-11:49 pm

2 stops24h 49m

$644

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Fri 9/12

4:30 pm-3:40 pm

1 stop14h 10m

Zurich

Wed 9/24

8:00 am-2:30 pm

1 stop15h 30m

$645

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Tue 9/23

11:17 am-2:30 pm

2 stops18h 13m

Zurich

Tue 10/7

11:45 am-11:35 pm

1 stop20h 50m

$646

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Wed 9/17

6:00 am-8:50 am

2 stops17h 50m

Zurich

Wed 9/24

11:45 am-10:02 pm

1 stop19h 17m

$647

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Mon 9/22

12:40 pm-5:40 pm

1 stop20h 00m

Zurich

Wed 10/1

6:35 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop31h 05m

$651

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Sun 9/28

6:45 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop18h 35m

Zurich

Mon 10/13

3:00 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop34h 40m

$654

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Wed 2/11

1:00 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops21h 40m

Zurich

Sun 2/22

6:50 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops28h 45m

$655

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Mon 9/8

12:30 pm-9:40 am

2 stops36h 10m

Zurich

Wed 9/24

2:50 pm-11:09 pm

2 stops41h 19m

$656

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Tue 9/23

6:00 am-10:20 pm

2 stops31h 20m

Zurich

Wed 10/8

11:50 am-11:28 pm

2 stops20h 38m

$681

San FranciscoZurich

SFO - ZRH

SFOZRH

San Francisco

Mon 9/29

7:00 am-7:00 pm

2 stops27h 00m

Zurich

Tue 10/7

7:45 pm-11:28 pm

2 stops36h 43m

$684

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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 $689. 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 $721.

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 $895. 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 $1,070.

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 $907 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 $798 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?

You could potentially save up to 20% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Francisco to Zurich flight.

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

As of August 2025, prices for San Francisco to Zurich flights are approximately 13% 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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Cheap San Francisco to Zurich (SFO to ZRH) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from San Francisco to Zurich

Best Price Found

$499

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 $499. The best round-trip flight deal from San Francisco to Zurich found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $695.
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 05m, 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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American AirlinesPriceFrom $358Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $404Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,309 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom $491Free CancellationRating
7.8
1,387 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $526Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,979 reviews
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Scandinavian AirlinesPriceFrom $526Free CancellationRating
7.4
1,477 reviews
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CondorPriceFrom $551Free CancellationRating
6.3
355 reviews
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TAP AIR PORTUGALPriceFrom $551Free CancellationRating
7.1
1,962 reviews
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ITA AirwaysPriceFrom $571Free CancellationRating
6.7
1,024 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $609Free CancellationRating
7.3
3,955 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $639Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,943 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 13 flights/week on average for this route. A good SWISS flight deal for San Francisco to Zurich starts from $660 round-trip, up to an average price of $1,066. 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, 8,943 ratings). United Airlines flies from San Francisco to Zurich around 14 times per week, with deals starting from $639 round-trip and rising to an average price of around $1,045.

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