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Cheap flights from Zurich to California from $431

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Zurich to California departing on 9/23. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Finnair Logo
7:00 pm - 10:32 pm
ZRH
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SJC
36h 32m
2 stops
Finnair Logo
6:00 am - 6:15 pm
SJC
-
ZRH
27h 15m
2 stops
$602Finnair
Fri, Sep 4 - Sun, Sep 13
American Airlines Logo
11:45 am - 10:32 pm
ZRH
-
SJC
19h 47m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
12:48 pm - 8:50 pm
SJC
-
ZRH
23h 02m
2 stops
$629American Airlines
Fri, Sep 4 - Sun, Sep 13
American Airlines Logo
11:45 am - 10:32 pm
ZRH
-
SJC
19h 47m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
2:36 pm - 8:50 pm
SJC
-
ZRH
21h 14m
2 stops
$633American Airlines
Fri, Sep 4 - Sun, Sep 13
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:00 pm - 10:32 pm
ZRH
-
SJC
36h 32m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 8:50 pm
SJC
-
ZRH
29h 50m
2 stops
$638Multiple Airlines
Fri, Sep 4 - Sun, Sep 13
United Airlines Logo
2:35 pm - 11:45 am
ZRH
-
SJC
30h 10m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 7:45 am
SJC
-
ZRH
16h 15m
1 stop
$659United Airlines
Fri, Sep 4 - Sat, Sep 12
United Airlines Logo
8:15 am - 5:32 pm
ZRH
-
SJC
18h 17m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
6:35 pm - 7:45 am
SJC
-
ZRH
28h 10m
2 stops
$660United Airlines
Thu, Sep 24 - Mon, Sep 28
SWISS Logo
1:10 pm - 4:30 pm
ZRH
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LAX
12h 20mnonstop
SWISS Logo
7:35 pm - 3:45 pm
LAX
-
ZRH
11h 10mnonstop
$701SWISS
Wed, Sep 9 - Sun, Sep 20
Lufthansa Logo
7:05 am - 1:05 pm
ZRH
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LAX
15h 00m
1 stop
Lufthansa Logo
5:30 pm - 4:30 pm
LAX
-
ZRH
14h 00m
1 stop
$701Lufthansa
Sun, Jan 31 - Sun, Feb 14
SWISS Logo
1:10 pm - 4:30 pm
ZRH
-
LAX
12h 20mnonstop
SWISS Logo
7:35 pm - 3:45 pm
LAX
-
ZRH
11h 10mnonstop
$702SWISS
Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 22
Lufthansa Logo
8:15 am - 12:40 pm
ZRH
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SFO
13h 25m
1 stop
Lufthansa Logo
9:05 pm - 9:50 pm
SFO
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ZRH
15h 45m
1 stop
$775Lufthansa
Fri, Aug 28 - Fri, Sep 11

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British Airways flights from Zurich to California

Our best British Airways deals on Zurich to California flight tickets
British Airways
Aug 20
ZRH7:15 amZurich
15h 35m
1 stop
LAX1:50 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles
Sep 18
LAX10:00 amLos Angeles Los Angeles
25h 50m
2 stops
ZRH8:50 pmZurich
$717
British Airways
Jan 1
ZRH6:05 amZurich
17h 50m
1 stop
SFO2:55 pmSan Francisco
Jan 15
SFO9:00 amSan Francisco
18h 30m
2 stops
ZRH12:30 pmZurich
$718
British Airways
Aug 20
ZRH1:10 pmZurich
20h 33m
2 stops
LAX12:43 amLos Angeles Los Angeles
Sep 25
LAX11:52 amLos Angeles Los Angeles
23h 58m
2 stops
ZRH8:50 pmZurich
$722

Austrian Airlines flights from Zurich to California

Our best Austrian Airlines deals on Zurich to California flight tickets
Austrian Airlines
Sep 15
ZRH3:05 pmZurich
31h 00m
1 stop
LAX1:05 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles
Sep 22
LAX8:15 amLos Angeles Los Angeles
17h 45m
2 stops
ZRH11:00 amZurich
$724
Austrian Airlines
Nov 11
ZRH7:20 amZurich
20h 05m
2 stops
LAX6:25 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles
Nov 23
LAX7:40 amLos Angeles Los Angeles
21h 40m
2 stops
ZRH2:20 pmZurich
$738

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Zurich to California 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 August 4, 2026.
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ZurichSan Jose

ZRH - SJC

ZRHSJC

Zurich

Fri 9/4

7:00 pm-10:32 pm

2 stops36h 32m

San Jose

Sun 9/13

6:00 am-6:15 pm

2 stops27h 15m

$602

ZurichSan Jose

ZRH - SJC

ZRHSJC

Zurich

Fri 9/4

11:45 am-10:32 pm

2 stops19h 47m

San Jose

Sun 9/13

12:48 pm-8:50 pm

2 stops23h 02m

$629

ZurichSan Jose

ZRH - SJC

ZRHSJC

Zurich

Fri 9/4

11:45 am-10:32 pm

2 stops19h 47m

San Jose

Sun 9/13

2:36 pm-8:50 pm

2 stops21h 14m

$633

ZurichSan Jose

ZRH - SJC

ZRHSJC

Zurich

Fri 9/4

7:00 pm-10:32 pm

2 stops36h 32m

San Jose

Sun 9/13

6:00 am-8:50 pm

2 stops29h 50m

$638

ZurichSan Jose

ZRH - SJC

ZRHSJC

Zurich

Fri 9/4

2:35 pm-11:45 am

2 stops30h 10m

San Jose

Sat 9/12

6:30 am-7:45 am

1 stop16h 15m

$659

ZurichSan Jose

ZRH - SJC

ZRHSJC

Zurich

Thu 9/24

8:15 am-5:32 pm

2 stops18h 17m

San Jose

Mon 9/28

6:35 pm-7:45 am

2 stops28h 10m

$660
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ZurichLos Angeles

ZRH - LAX

ZRHLAX

Zurich

Wed 9/9

1:10 pm-4:30 pm

Nonstop12h 20m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 9/20

7:35 pm-3:45 pm

Nonstop11h 10m

$701

ZurichLos Angeles

ZRH - LAX

ZRHLAX

Zurich

Sun 1/31

7:05 am-1:05 pm

1 stop15h 00m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 2/14

5:30 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop14h 00m

$701

ZurichLos Angeles

ZRH - LAX

ZRHLAX

Zurich

Tue 9/15

1:10 pm-4:30 pm

Nonstop12h 20m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 9/22

7:35 pm-3:45 pm

Nonstop11h 10m

$702

ZurichSan Francisco

ZRH - SFO

ZRHSFO

Zurich

Fri 8/28

8:15 am-12:40 pm

1 stop13h 25m

San Francisco

Fri 9/11

9:05 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop15h 45m

$775

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The month of October is another great option to travel to California, with average flight prices from Zurich averaging around $755.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Zurich to California is on a Wednesday. Travelers who choose to depart for California on a Wednesday will often find tickets for as low as $849. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Tuesday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to California on Tuesday is $1,279.

What is the cheapest Zurich to California flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to California from Zurich when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around $860 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to California from Zurich for as low as $772 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Zurich to California flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Zurich 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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You could potentially save up to 2% on your flight if you consider stops on a Zurich to California flight.

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Best Price Found

$781

Fastest flight time

11h 30m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in California

418 airports
The best one-way flight to California from Zurich in the past 72 hours is $781. The best round-trip flight deal from Zurich to California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $796.
The fastest flight from Zurich to California takes 11h 30m
Direct flights go from Zurich to California every day.
There are 418 airports in California. From Zurich there are direct flights to San Francisco (SFO), Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Zurich to California

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Zurich Airport to California?

    Prices for flights from Zurich Airport to California were last updated today.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Zurich Airport to California?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Zurich Airport to California.

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

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to California may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at California. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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

Best airlines flying from Zurich to California

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Zurich to California with momondo
Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
LufthansaPriceFrom $496Free CancellationRating
6.8
8,174 reviews
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SWISSPriceFrom $507Free CancellationRating
7.5
2,022 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $512Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,844 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $523Free CancellationRating
6.7
8,147 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $560Free CancellationRating
7.4
10,058 reviews
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