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Cheap flights from San José to Zurich from $403

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Air Canada Logo
8:35 am - 10:25 am
SJO
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ZRH
18h 50m1 stop
Air Canada Logo
12:45 pm - 12:05 am
ZRH
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SJO
42h 20m2 stops
$884Air Canada
Mon, Feb 16 - Sun, Feb 22
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8:35 am - 4:30 pm
SJO
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ZRH
24h 55m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:15 am - 12:05 am
ZRH
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SJO
23h 50m2 stops
$888Multiple Airlines
Sun, Feb 1 - Wed, Feb 25
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:15 pm - 4:00 pm
SJO
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ZRH
16h 45m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:35 pm - 12:15 am
ZRH
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SJO
17h 40m1 stop
$889Multiple Airlines
Wed, Feb 18 - Wed, Mar 18
United Airlines Logo
6:40 am - 3:15 pm
SJO
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ZRH
25h 35m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
1:05 pm - 11:55 am
ZRH
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SJO
29h 50m1 stop
$892United Airlines
Sat, Mar 7 - Sat, Mar 21
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:50 am - 4:45 pm
SJO
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ZRH
24h 55m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:15 am - 12:05 am
ZRH
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SJO
23h 50m2 stops
$894Multiple Airlines
Wed, Feb 4 - Wed, Feb 18
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:35 am - 11:55 am
SJO
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ZRH
20h 20m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:20 am - 12:05 am
ZRH
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SJO
23h 45m2 stops
$895Multiple Airlines
Sun, Feb 8 - Sun, Feb 22
United Airlines Logo
6:40 am - 3:15 pm
SJO
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ZRH
25h 35m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
1:15 pm - 8:32 am
ZRH
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SJO
26h 17m1 stop
$896United Airlines
Sun, Feb 1 - Wed, Feb 18
Air Canada Logo
8:50 am - 11:55 am
SJO
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ZRH
20h 05m2 stops
Air Canada Logo
7:15 am - 12:05 am
ZRH
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SJO
23h 50m2 stops
$900Air Canada
Wed, Feb 4 - Wed, Feb 18
United Airlines Logo
6:40 am - 3:15 pm
SJO
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ZRH
25h 35m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
1:15 pm - 6:16 pm
ZRH
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SJO
36h 01m2 stops
$901United Airlines
Sun, Feb 1 - Wed, Feb 18
Air Canada Logo
7:35 am - 10:25 am
SJO
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ZRH
19h 50m1 stop
Air Canada Logo
1:20 pm - 11:05 pm
ZRH
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SJO
16h 45m1 stop
$905Air Canada
Tue, Mar 10 - Wed, Mar 18

Air Canada flights from San José to Zurich

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Air Canada
Feb 16
SJO8:35 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
18h 50m
1 stop
ZRH10:25 amZurich
Feb 22
ZRH12:45 pmZurich
42h 20m
2 stops
SJO12:05 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$884
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Air Canada
Feb 4
SJO8:50 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
20h 05m
2 stops
ZRH11:55 amZurich
Feb 18
ZRH7:15 amZurich
23h 50m
2 stops
SJO12:05 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$900
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Air Canada
Mar 10
SJO7:35 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
19h 50m
1 stop
ZRH10:25 amZurich
Mar 18
ZRH1:20 pmZurich
16h 45m
1 stop
SJO11:05 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$905
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Iberia flights from San José to Zurich

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Iberia
Dec 12
SJO6:15 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
21h 05m
1 stop
ZRH10:20 pmZurich
Dec 31
ZRH7:30 amZurich
16h 20m
1 stop
SJO4:50 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$1,081
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Iberia
Dec 25
SJO6:15 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
21h 05m
1 stop
ZRH10:20 pmZurich
Jan 10
ZRH7:30 amZurich
16h 05m
1 stop
SJO4:35 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$1,206
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Iberia
Dec 17
SJO6:15 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
21h 05m
1 stop
ZRH10:20 pmZurich
Dec 24
ZRH7:40 pmZurich
27h 55m
1 stop
SJO4:35 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$1,217
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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 December 11, 2025.
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San JoséZurich

SJO - ZRH

SJOZRH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 2/16

8:35 am-10:25 am

1 stop18h 50m

Zurich

Sun 2/22

12:45 pm-12:05 am

2 stops42h 20m

$884

San JoséZurich

SJO - ZRH

SJOZRH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 2/1

8:35 am-4:30 pm

2 stops24h 55m

Zurich

Wed 2/25

7:15 am-12:05 am

2 stops23h 50m

$888

San JoséZurich

SJO - ZRH

SJOZRH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 2/18

4:15 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops16h 45m

Zurich

Wed 3/18

1:35 pm-12:15 am

1 stop17h 40m

$889

San JoséZurich

SJO - ZRH

SJOZRH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 3/7

6:40 am-3:15 pm

1 stop25h 35m

Zurich

Sat 3/21

1:05 pm-11:55 am

1 stop29h 50m

$892

San JoséZurich

SJO - ZRH

SJOZRH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 2/4

8:50 am-4:45 pm

2 stops24h 55m

Zurich

Wed 2/18

7:15 am-12:05 am

2 stops23h 50m

$894

San JoséZurich

SJO - ZRH

SJOZRH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 2/8

8:35 am-11:55 am

2 stops20h 20m

Zurich

Sun 2/22

7:20 am-12:05 am

2 stops23h 45m

$895

San JoséZurich

SJO - ZRH

SJOZRH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 2/1

6:40 am-3:15 pm

1 stop25h 35m

Zurich

Wed 2/18

1:15 pm-8:32 am

1 stop26h 17m

$896

San JoséZurich

SJO - ZRH

SJOZRH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 2/4

8:50 am-11:55 am

2 stops20h 05m

Zurich

Wed 2/18

7:15 am-12:05 am

2 stops23h 50m

$900

San JoséZurich

SJO - ZRH

SJOZRH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 2/1

6:40 am-3:15 pm

1 stop25h 35m

Zurich

Wed 2/18

1:15 pm-6:16 pm

2 stops36h 01m

$901

San JoséZurich

SJO - ZRH

SJOZRH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/10

7:35 am-10:25 am

1 stop19h 50m

Zurich

Wed 3/18

1:20 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop16h 45m

$905

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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 $846. 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 $915.

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 $1,009. 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 San José because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $1,126.

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 afternoon, with an average ticket price of $1,099. Departure times in the afternoon 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 $1,002 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 $881 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 December 2025, prices for San José to Zurich flights are approximately 62% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from San José to Zurich

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

$787

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 $787. The best round-trip flight deal from San José to Zurich found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,142.
The fastest flight from San José to Zurich takes 10h 40m
Direct flights go from San José to Zurich on Saturday. The only airline offering direct flights is SWISS.
There is 1 airport in Zurich. From San José there are direct flights to 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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KLMPriceFrom $670Free CancellationRating
7.7
1,432 reviews
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Air CanadaPriceFrom $676Free CancellationRating
7.1
10,517 reviews
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IberiaPriceFrom $745Free CancellationRating
7.0
3,045 reviews
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Air FrancePriceFrom $755Free CancellationRating
7.4
1,504 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $793Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,094 reviews
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SWISSPriceFrom $794Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,810 reviews
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