What airlines fly to California?

SWISS, United Airlines and British Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to California from Switzerland according to our data. SWISS is the first choice among our users, with 44% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to California. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to California on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from Switzerland to California on average per week?

As of December 2025, 28 flights take off from Switzerland and land in California each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 14% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

How many flights depart from Switzerland to California on average per day?

The number of flights available between Switzerland and California is 4 per day as of December 2025. The most frequent departure time is 1:00PM, with 100% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

How long is the flight from Switzerland to California?

Flight times from Switzerland to California vary, but if you’re flying out of Zurich and flying into Los Angeles (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 12h 20m on average. Another popular route from Switzerland to California is flying from Basel to Los Angeles, which will take roughly 14h 35m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Switzerland to California?

British Airways, LEVEL, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Switzerland to California

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Switzerland to California?

Prices for flights from Switzerland to California refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Switzerland to California?

As of December 2025, there are 10 operators available to choose from for flights from Switzerland to California.

How old do you have to be to fly from Switzerland to California?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Switzerland to California.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?

The required travel and health documents for your California trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at California. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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8:10 pm - 2:35 pm

GVA

SFO

27h 25m1 stop

4:40 pm - 8:00 pm

SFO

GVA

18h 20m1 stop

$461Scandinavian Airlines

Thu, Jan 22 - Fri, Feb 6

8:10 pm - 2:35 pm

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SFO

27h 25m1 stop

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17h 45m1 stop

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LAS

17h 35m1 stop

8:55 pm - 8:20 pm

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GVA

14h 25m1 stop

$705British Airways

Fri, Jan 30 - Fri, Feb 6

9:35 pm - 3:15 pm

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26h 40m1 stop

8:55 pm - 9:15 am

LAS

GVA

27h 20m1 stop

$706British Airways

Thu, Jan 15 - Sat, Jan 31

11:45 am - 9:36 pm

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ONT

18h 51m2 stops

3:05 pm - 6:05 pm

ONT

ZRH

18h 00m2 stops

$751American Airlines

Mon, Apr 13 - Sun, Apr 19

6:05 am - 6:27 pm

BSL

SNA

21h 22m2 stops

12:47 pm - 6:15 pm

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BSL

21h 28m2 stops

$761American Airlines

Thu, Mar 5 - Mon, Mar 9

11:25 am - 10:57 pm

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ONT

20h 32m2 stops

1:50 pm - 6:40 am

ONT

ZRH

32h 50m2 stops

$768United Airlines

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11:25 am - 10:53 pm

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ONT

20h 28m2 stops

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ZRH

16h 37m1 stop

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Sat, Jan 31 - Sat, Feb 7

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ZRH

16h 16m2 stops

$771Lufthansa

Mon, Jan 19 - Sun, Jan 25

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18h 55m2 stops

11:53 am - 12:55 pm

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ZRH

16h 02m2 stops

$772Lufthansa

Thu, Jan 22 - Thu, Feb 5

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Jan 15

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Apr 1

GVA7:45 pmGeneva Geneve-Cointrin

33h 20m

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Fri 2/6

4:40 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop18h 20m

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Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Thu 2/12

8:10 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop27h 25m

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Sat 2/21

4:40 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop17h 45m

$468

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GVA - LAS

GVALAS

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Fri 1/30

6:40 am-3:15 pm

1 stop17h 35m

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Fri 2/6

8:55 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop14h 25m

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8:55 pm-9:15 am

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11:45 am-9:36 pm

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3:05 pm-6:05 pm

2 stops18h 00m

$751

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11:25 am-10:57 pm

2 stops20h 32m

Ontario

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1:50 pm-6:40 am

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$768

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11:25 am-10:53 pm

2 stops20h 28m

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1:53 pm-3:30 pm

1 stop16h 37m

$769

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ZRH - LAS

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Zurich

Mon 1/19

11:25 am-9:59 pm

2 stops19h 34m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 1/25

6:24 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops16h 16m

$771

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ZRH - LAS

ZRHLAS

Zurich

Thu 1/22

7:05 am-5:00 pm

2 stops18h 55m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 2/5

11:53 am-12:55 pm

2 stops16h 02m

$772

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The month of March is another great option to travel to California, with average flight prices from Switzerland averaging around $729.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Switzerland to California is on a Wednesday. Travelers who choose to depart for California on a Wednesday will often find tickets for as low as $802. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Thursday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to California on Thursday is $996.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to California?

The cheapest time of day to fly to California is in the evening when flights can be purchased for as low as $655. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying at noon when prices are $876 on average. Flights to California from Switzerland at noon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest Switzerland to California flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to California from Switzerland when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around $806 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to California from Switzerland for as low as $760 on momondo.

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

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Best Price Found	$722
Fastest flight time	11h 30m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in California	418 airports

The best one-way flight to California from Switzerland in the past 72 hours is $722. The best round-trip flight deal from Switzerland to California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $739.

The fastest flight from Switzerland to California takes 11h 30m

Direct flights go from Switzerland to California every day.

There are 418 airports in California. From Switzerland there are direct flights to San Francisco (SFO), Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).

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As of December 2025, there are 10 operators available to choose from for flights from Switzerland to California.
How old do you have to be to fly from Switzerland to California?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Switzerland to California.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?
The required travel and health documents for your California trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at California. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Switzerland to California?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Switzerland to California is Boeing 777-300ER, representing 67.31% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 777 at 25.70%, Airbus A320-100/200 at 2.14%, and Airbus A350-900 at 0.96%.

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Scandinavian Airlines	PriceFrom $491	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,606 reviews	Search Scandinavian Airlines flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $496	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,634 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
SWISS	PriceFrom $507	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,815 reviews	Search SWISS flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $535	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,054 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $536	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,583 reviews	Search British Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $542	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,091 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Condor	PriceFrom $550	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.4 392 reviews	Search Condor flights
Delta	PriceFrom $576	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,006 reviews	Search Delta flights
Air France	PriceFrom $598	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,508 reviews	Search Air France flights

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There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Switzerland to California 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 Switzerland to California flights?

You could potentially save up to 3% on your flight if you consider stops on a Switzerland to California flight.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Switzerland to California?

British Airways, LEVEL, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Switzerland to California

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How many flights depart from Switzerland to California on average per day?

The number of flights available between Switzerland and California is 4 per day as of December 2025. The most frequent departure time is 1:00PM, with 100% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from Switzerland to California on average per week?

As of December 2025, 28 flights take off from Switzerland and land in California each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 14% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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