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Cheap flights from San José to Zurich from $544

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8:35 am - 4:00 pmSJO-ZRH
24h 25m2 stops
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7:30 am - 11:15 pmZRH-SJO
22h 45m2 stops
$877Multiple Airlines
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mar., ene. 20 - mar., ene. 27
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1:45 am - 11:35 amSJO-ZRH
26h 50m2 stops
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1:35 pm - 8:50 amZRH-SJO
26h 15m1 stop
$878Multiple Airlines
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sáb., ene. 31 - mié., feb. 18
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1:45 am - 11:35 amSJO-ZRH
26h 50m2 stops
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1:35 pm - 12:15 amZRH-SJO
17h 40m1 stop
$880Multiple Airlines
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sáb., ene. 31 - mié., feb. 18
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6:15 pm - 11:10 amSJO-ZRH
33h 55m1 stop
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7:30 am - 4:35 pmZRH-SJO
16h 05m1 stop
$897Iberia
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dom., nov. 23 - vie., dic. 5
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8:30 pm - 10:25 pmSJO-ZRH
18h 55m1 stop
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6:30 am - 5:50 pmZRH-SJO
18h 20m1 stop
$898Multiple Airlines
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mié., dic. 3 - mié., ene. 21
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8:30 pm - 6:25 pmSJO-ZRH
14h 55m1 stop
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6:30 am - 5:50 pmZRH-SJO
18h 20m1 stop
$900Multiple Airlines
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lun., ene. 19 - mar., feb. 3
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8:30 pm - 10:25 pmSJO-ZRH
18h 55m1 stop
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6:50 am - 6:25 pmZRH-SJO
18h 35m1 stop
$905KLM
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mar., ene. 20 - mar., ene. 27
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7:48 pm - 12:40 pmSJO-ZRH
33h 52m3 stops
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12:10 pm - 8:50 amZRH-SJO
27h 40m2 stops
$908Multiple Airlines
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mar., ene. 20 - mar., ene. 27
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8:30 pm - 10:25 pmSJO-ZRH
18h 55m1 stop
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7:05 pm - 3:00 pmZRH-SJO
26h 55m1 stop
$911Multiple Airlines
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dom., dic. 7 - dom., mar. 8
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1:45 am - 11:35 amSJO-ZRH
26h 50m2 stops
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9:05 am - 2:05 pmZRH-SJO
12h 00mnonstop
$913Multiple Airlines
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sáb., ene. 31 - mié., feb. 18

Air Canada flights from San José to Zurich

Our best Air Canada deals on San José to Zurich flight tickets
Air Canada
Nov 25
SJO8:35 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
18h 50m
1 stop
ZRH10:25 amZurich
Dec 5
ZRH1:20 pmZurich
16h 35m
1 stop
SJO10:55 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$958
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Air Canada
Dec 1
SJO8:50 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
14h 25m
1 stop
ZRH6:15 amZurich
Feb 21
ZRH7:15 amZurich
23h 50m
2 stops
SJO12:05 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$982
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Air Canada
Nov 28
SJO8:35 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
38h 40m
2 stops
ZRH6:15 amZurich
Dec 10
ZRH1:20 pmZurich
16h 35m
1 stop
SJO10:55 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$1,010
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Iberia flights from San José to Zurich

Our best Iberia deals on San José to Zurich flight tickets
Iberia
Nov 23
SJO6:15 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
33h 55m
1 stop
ZRH11:10 amZurich
Dec 5
ZRH7:30 amZurich
16h 05m
1 stop
SJO4:35 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$897
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Iberia
Nov 29
SJO6:15 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
21h 05m
1 stop
ZRH10:20 pmZurich
Dec 7
ZRH7:40 pmZurich
28h 10m
1 stop
SJO4:50 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$953
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Iberia
Nov 13
SJO6:15 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
21h 05m
1 stop
ZRH10:20 pmZurich
Nov 15
ZRH7:40 pmZurich
27h 55m
1 stop
SJO4:35 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$1,410
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San José 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, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated noviembre 12, 2025.
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San JoséZurich

SJO - ZRH

SJOZRH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 1/20

8:35 am-4:00 pm

2 stops24h 25m

Zurich

mar. 1/27

7:30 am-11:15 pm

2 stops22h 45m

$877

San JoséZurich

SJO - ZRH

SJOZRH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

sáb. 1/31

1:45 am-11:35 am

2 stops26h 50m

Zurich

mié. 2/18

1:35 pm-8:50 am

1 stop26h 15m

$878

San JoséZurich

SJO - ZRH

SJOZRH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

sáb. 1/31

1:45 am-11:35 am

2 stops26h 50m

Zurich

mié. 2/18

1:35 pm-12:15 am

1 stop17h 40m

$880

San JoséZurich

SJO - ZRH

SJOZRH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

dom. 11/23

6:15 pm-11:10 am

1 stop33h 55m

Zurich

vie. 12/5

7:30 am-4:35 pm

1 stop16h 05m

$897

San JoséZurich

SJO - ZRH

SJOZRH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 12/3

8:30 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop18h 55m

Zurich

mié. 1/21

6:30 am-5:50 pm

1 stop18h 20m

$898

San JoséZurich

SJO - ZRH

SJOZRH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 1/19

8:30 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop14h 55m

Zurich

mar. 2/3

6:30 am-5:50 pm

1 stop18h 20m

$900

San JoséZurich

SJO - ZRH

SJOZRH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 1/20

8:30 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop18h 55m

Zurich

mar. 1/27

6:50 am-6:25 pm

1 stop18h 35m

$905

San JoséZurich

SJO - ZRH

SJOZRH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 1/20

7:48 pm-12:40 pm

3 stops33h 52m

Zurich

mar. 1/27

12:10 pm-8:50 am

2 stops27h 40m

$908

San JoséZurich

SJO - ZRH

SJOZRH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

dom. 12/7

8:30 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop18h 55m

Zurich

dom. 3/8

7:05 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop26h 55m

$911

San JoséZurich

SJO - ZRH

SJOZRH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

sáb. 1/31

1:45 am-11:35 am

2 stops26h 50m

Zurich

mié. 2/18

9:05 am-2:05 pm

Nonstop12h 00m

$913

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Zurich?

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from San José to Zurich. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $811. If you don’t want to visit Zurich in February, then you should wait until October to fly from San José, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $910.

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 San José. The lowest ticket price found for a Wednesday departure recently was $973. 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, Tuesday is the most expensive day to depart from San José because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $2,086.

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 morning when flights can be purchased for as low as $734. Flights to Zurich are more costly in the evening, with an average ticket price of $1,388. Departure times in the evening fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest San José Juan Santamaria Intl 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 José when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Zurich for around $1,000 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Zurich from San José for as low as $860 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Zurich flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on San José Juan Santamaria Intl 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 José to Zurich flights?

You could potentially save up to 14% on your flight if you consider stops on a San José to Zurich flight.

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

As of November 2025, prices for San José to Zurich flights are approximately 1% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from San José to Zurich according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap San José to Zurich (SJO to ZRH) flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$732

Fastest flight time

10h 40m

Direct flights

Sat

Airports in Zurich

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Zurich from San José in the past 72 hours is $732. The best round-trip flight deal from San José to Zurich found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,236.
The fastest flight from San José to Zurich takes 10h 40m
Direct flights go from San José to Zurich on Saturday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.
There is 1 airport near Zurich: Zurich (ZRH)
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  • How far is San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Zurich by plane?

    San José Juan Santamaria Intl and Zurich are 5833.1 mi apart from one another. Typically, this will take 10h 40m by plane in normal conditions.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Zurich Airport?

    Prices for flights from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Zurich Airport were last updated today.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Zurich Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport 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 San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Zurich Airport.

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

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Zurich Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Zurich Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

  • What is the most popular plane model from San José to Zurich?

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Best airlines flying from San José to Zurich

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Rating
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Air CanadaPriceFrom $657Free CancellationRating
7.1
10,443 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom $670Free CancellationRating
7.7
1,410 reviews
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IberiaPriceFrom $745Free CancellationRating
7.0
3,009 reviews
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Air FrancePriceFrom $760Free CancellationRating
7.4
1,486 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $793Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,016 reviews
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SWISSPriceFrom $795Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,784 reviews
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  • SWISS Flights From San José to Zurich

    SWISS is one of the most popular airlines flying from San José to Zurich, operating 2 flights/week on average for this route. A good SWISS flight deal for San José to Zurich starts from $795 round-trip, up to an average price of $1,023. Our users have rated SWISS at 7.5/10.

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