Cheap flights from San José to Zurich from $448

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KLM Logo
7:30 pm - 10:25 pm
SJO
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ZRH
19h 55m
1 stop
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6:50 am - 10:15 pm
ZRH
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SJO
22h 25m
2 stops
$825KLM
Wed, Oct 28 - Thu, Nov 12
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7:30 pm - 4:40 pm
SJO
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ZRH
14h 10m
1 stop
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6:50 am - 10:15 pm
ZRH
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SJO
22h 25m
2 stops
$826KLM
Mon, Nov 2 - Thu, Nov 12
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1:14 pm - 4:45 pm
SJO
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ZRH
19h 31m
2 stops
KLM Logo
9:20 am - 4:20 pm
ZRH
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SJO
15h 00m
1 stop
$827KLM
Mon, Sep 7 - Tue, Sep 22
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7:30 pm - 10:25 pm
SJO
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ZRH
19h 55m
1 stop
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6:30 am - 4:10 pm
ZRH
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SJO
16h 40m
1 stop
$828Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 2 - Fri, Nov 13
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7:05 pm - 6:35 pm
SJO
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ZRH
15h 30m
1 stop
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7:25 pm - 4:20 pm
ZRH
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SJO
28h 55m
1 stop
$829Multiple Airlines
Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 30
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7:05 pm - 10:00 am
SJO
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ZRH
30h 55m
1 stop
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7:10 pm - 5:30 pm
ZRH
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SJO
29h 20m
1 stop
$830Multiple Airlines
Sat, Jul 25 - Sun, Oct 25
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7:30 pm - 6:25 pm
SJO
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ZRH
15h 55m
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6:30 am - 4:10 pm
ZRH
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SJO
16h 40m
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$831Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 2 - Fri, Nov 13
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5:55 pm - 10:25 pm
SJO
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ZRH
20h 30m
2 stops
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9:00 am - 5:30 pm
ZRH
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SJO
15h 30m
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$832Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 12 - Sun, Oct 25
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1:25 pm - 4:45 pm
SJO
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ZRH
19h 20m
2 stops
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6:30 am - 5:30 pm
ZRH
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SJO
18h 00m
2 stops
$833Multiple Airlines
Wed, Sep 30 - Wed, Oct 28
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1:14 pm - 4:45 pm
SJO
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ZRH
19h 31m
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7:45 am - 4:20 pm
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SJO
16h 35m
2 stops
$834Multiple Airlines
Mon, Sep 7 - Tue, Sep 22

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Air France flights from San José to Zurich

Our best Air France deals on San José to Zurich flight tickets
Air France
Oct 11
SJO7:05 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
19h 20m
1 stop
ZRH10:25 pmZurich
Oct 22
ZRH7:30 pmZurich
29h 30m
1 stop
SJO5:00 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$849
Air France
Oct 11
SJO5:55 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
16h 40m
2 stops
ZRH6:35 pmZurich
Oct 22
ZRH7:30 pmZurich
29h 30m
1 stop
SJO5:00 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$853
Air France
Oct 12
SJO5:55 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
20h 30m
2 stops
ZRH10:25 pmZurich
Oct 26
ZRH6:30 amZurich
18h 00m
2 stops
SJO5:30 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$854

KLM flights from San José to Zurich

Our best KLM deals on San José to Zurich flight tickets
KLM
Oct 28
SJO7:30 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
19h 55m
1 stop
ZRH10:25 pmZurich
Nov 12
ZRH6:50 amZurich
22h 25m
2 stops
SJO10:15 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$825
KLM
Nov 2
SJO7:30 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
14h 10m
1 stop
ZRH4:40 pmZurich
Nov 12
ZRH6:50 amZurich
22h 25m
2 stops
SJO10:15 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$826
KLM
Sep 7
SJO1:14 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
19h 31m
2 stops
ZRH4:45 pmZurich
Sep 22
ZRH9:20 amZurich
15h 00m
1 stop
SJO4:20 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$827

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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 June 13, 2026.
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San JoséZurich

SJO - ZRH

SJOZRH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 10/28

7:30 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop19h 55m

Zurich

Thu 11/12

6:50 am-10:15 pm

2 stops22h 25m

$825

San JoséZurich

SJO - ZRH

SJOZRH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 11/2

7:30 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop14h 10m

Zurich

Thu 11/12

6:50 am-10:15 pm

2 stops22h 25m

$826

San JoséZurich

SJO - ZRH

SJOZRH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/7

1:14 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops19h 31m

Zurich

Tue 9/22

9:20 am-4:20 pm

1 stop15h 00m

$827

San JoséZurich

SJO - ZRH

SJOZRH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 11/2

7:30 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop19h 55m

Zurich

Fri 11/13

6:30 am-4:10 pm

1 stop16h 40m

$828

San JoséZurich

SJO - ZRH

SJOZRH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/16

7:05 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop15h 30m

Zurich

Wed 9/30

7:25 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop28h 55m

$829

San JoséZurich

SJO - ZRH

SJOZRH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 7/25

7:05 pm-10:00 am

1 stop30h 55m

Zurich

Sun 10/25

7:10 pm-5:30 pm

1 stop29h 20m

$830
Quickest round-trip

San JoséZurich

SJO - ZRH

SJOZRH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 11/2

7:30 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop15h 55m

Zurich

Fri 11/13

6:30 am-4:10 pm

1 stop16h 40m

$831

San JoséZurich

SJO - ZRH

SJOZRH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 10/12

5:55 pm-10:25 pm

2 stops20h 30m

Zurich

Sun 10/25

9:00 am-5:30 pm

1 stop15h 30m

$832

San JoséZurich

SJO - ZRH

SJOZRH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/30

1:25 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops19h 20m

Zurich

Wed 10/28

6:30 am-5:30 pm

2 stops18h 00m

$833

San JoséZurich

SJO - ZRH

SJOZRH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/7

1:14 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops19h 31m

Zurich

Tue 9/22

7:45 am-4:20 pm

2 stops16h 35m

$834

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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, October 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 $904. If you don’t want to visit Zurich in October, then you should wait until November to fly from San José, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $931.

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

According to our data, Sunday is the cheapest day to fly to Zurich from San José. The lowest ticket price found for a Sunday departure recently was $996. 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 $1,377.

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 from San José 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 $1,024 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 $923 on momondo.

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

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on San José 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?

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

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

As of June 2026, prices for San José to Zurich flights are approximately 1% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from San José to Zurich

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Best Price Found

$645

Fastest flight time

10h 40m

Direct flights

Thu, Sat and Sun

Airports in Zurich

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Zurich from San José in the past 72 hours is $645. The best round-trip flight deal from San José to Zurich found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,027.
The fastest flight from San José to Zurich takes 10h 40m
Direct flights go from San José to Zurich on Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.
There is 1 airport in Zurich. From San José there are direct flights to Zurich (ZRH).

Frequently asked questions about flying from San José to Zurich

  • 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?

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

Best airlines flying from San José to Zurich

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Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
Air FrancePriceFrom $739Free CancellationRating
7.4
1,606 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom $782Free CancellationRating
7.8
1,529 reviews
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SWISSPriceFrom $798Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,966 reviews
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Air CanadaPriceFrom $852Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,176 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom $908Free CancellationRating
6.8
8,057 reviews
Search Lufthansa flights
  • 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 $798 round-trip, up to an average price of $994. Our users have rated SWISS at 7.5/10.

  • Lufthansa Flights From San José to Zurich

    Lufthansa is also a popular choice for this route. Lufthansa flight deals for San José to Zurich start from as low as $908 round-trip, depending on your selected dates, with average Lufthansa deals seen on momondo around $1,376. Lufthansa operates 2 flights to Zurich from San José in an average week. Users have rated it 6.8/10 across 8,060 reviews.

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