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

TAP AIR PORTUGAL is the most popular carrier operating from Zurich to California

What airlines fly to California?

SWISS, United Airlines and British Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to California from Zurich according to our data. SWISS is the first choice among our users, with 47% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to California. Keep in mind that there are 7 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 Zurich to California on average per day?

As of July 2025, 7 flights take off from Zurich and land in California each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 1:00PM, with 100% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

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

The number of flights available between Zurich and California is 55 per week as of July 2025. The most frequent departure day is Thu, with 18% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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.

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

As of July 2025, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from Zurich Airport to California.

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.

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8:25 pm - 2:35 pmZRH-SFO

27h 10m1 stop

4:40 pm - 7:40 pmSFO-ZRH

18h 00m1 stop

$426Scandinavian Airlines

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dom., nov. 23 - jue., nov. 27

8:25 pm - 2:35 pmZRH-SFO

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4:40 pm - 6:10 pmSFO-ZRH

16h 30m2 stops

$432Scandinavian Airlines

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dom., nov. 23 - jue., nov. 27

6:45 am - 1:30 pmZRH-LAX

15h 45m1 stop

9:47 am - 11:45 amLAX-ZRH

16h 58m2 stops

$555British Airways

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2:40 pm - 10:52 pmZRH-ONT

17h 12m2 stops

1:42 pm - 10:20 amONT-ZRH

35h 38m1 stop

$563United Airlines

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sáb., ago. 16 - mié., ago. 20

8:15 am - 1:00 pmZRH-LAX

13h 45m1 stop

8:18 am - 8:05 amLAX-ZRH

14h 47m1 stop

$563United Airlines

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10:15 am - 10:42 pmZRH-ONT

20h 27m2 stops

10:47 am - 2:10 pmONT-ZRH

18h 23m2 stops

$588American Airlines

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7:15 am - 6:16 pmZRH-ONT

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2:51 pm - 6:05 pmONT-ZRH

18h 14m2 stops

$591American Airlines

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7:15 am - 6:00 pmZRH-SAN

19h 45m1 stop

2:29 pm - 5:15 pmSAN-ZRH

18h 46m2 stops

$650British Airways

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7:00 am - 12:00 pmZRH-SAN

14h 00m1 stop

10:00 am - 1:55 pmSAN-ZRH

18h 55m2 stops

$669Delta

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14h 00m1 stop

1:55 pm - 6:40 pmSAN-ZRH

19h 45m1 stop

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TAP AIR PORTUGAL flights from Zurich to California

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TAP AIR PORTUGAL

Nov 22

ZRH6:10 amZurich

17h 50m

1 stop

LAX3:00 pmLos Angeles

Dec 13

LAX4:45 pmLos Angeles

15h 25m

1 stop

ZRH5:10 pmZurich

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Nov 1

ZRH6:10 amZurich

17h 50m

1 stop

LAX4:00 pmLos Angeles

Nov 15

LAX4:45 pmLos Angeles

20h 50m

1 stop

ZRH10:35 pmZurich

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Oct 28

ZRH6:10 amZurich

17h 50m

1 stop

LAX4:00 pmLos Angeles

Nov 11

LAX4:45 pmLos Angeles

34h 55m

1 stop

ZRH12:40 pmZurich

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Scandinavian Airlines

Nov 23

ZRH8:25 pmZurich

27h 10m

1 stop

SFO2:35 pmSan Francisco

Nov 27

SFO4:40 pmSan Francisco

18h 00m

1 stop

ZRH7:40 pmZurich

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Nov 23

ZRH8:25 pmZurich

27h 10m

1 stop

SFO2:35 pmSan Francisco

Nov 27

SFO4:40 pmSan Francisco

16h 30m

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ZRH6:10 pmZurich

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Nov 26

ZRH8:25 pmZurich

27h 10m

1 stop

SFO2:35 pmSan Francisco

Dec 11

SFO4:40 pmSan Francisco

18h 00m

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ZRH7:40 pmZurich

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dom. 11/23

8:25 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop27h 10m

San Francisco

jue. 11/27

4:40 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop18h 00m

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ZRH - SFO

ZRHSFO

Zurich

dom. 11/23

8:25 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop27h 10m

San Francisco

jue. 11/27

4:40 pm-6:10 pm

2 stops16h 30m

$432

ZurichLos Angeles

ZRH - LAX

ZRHLAX

Zurich

lun. 12/1

6:45 am-1:30 pm

1 stop15h 45m

Los Angeles

lun. 12/15

9:47 am-11:45 am

2 stops16h 58m

$555

ZurichOntario

ZRH - ONT

ZRHONT

Zurich

sáb. 8/16

2:40 pm-10:52 pm

2 stops17h 12m

Ontario

mié. 8/20

1:42 pm-10:20 am

1 stop35h 38m

$563

ZurichLos Angeles

ZRH - LAX

ZRHLAX

Zurich

jue. 8/21

8:15 am-1:00 pm

1 stop13h 45m

Los Angeles

mié. 9/3

8:18 am-8:05 am

1 stop14h 47m

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ZurichOntario

ZRH - ONT

ZRHONT

Zurich

sáb. 11/1

10:15 am-10:42 pm

2 stops20h 27m

Ontario

lun. 11/17

10:47 am-2:10 pm

2 stops18h 23m

$588

ZurichOntario

ZRH - ONT

ZRHONT

Zurich

mié. 9/24

7:15 am-6:16 pm

2 stops20h 01m

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dom. 10/12

2:51 pm-6:05 pm

2 stops18h 14m

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ZRH - SAN

ZRHSAN

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vie. 10/24

7:15 am-6:00 pm

1 stop19h 45m

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sáb. 11/1

2:29 pm-5:15 pm

2 stops18h 46m

$650

ZurichSan Diego

ZRH - SAN

ZRHSAN

Zurich

jue. 8/28

7:00 am-12:00 pm

1 stop14h 00m

San Diego

mar. 9/2

10:00 am-1:55 pm

2 stops18h 55m

$669

ZurichSan Diego

ZRH - SAN

ZRHSAN

Zurich

jue. 8/28

7:00 am-12:00 pm

1 stop14h 00m

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mar. 9/2

1:55 pm-6:40 pm

1 stop19h 45m

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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 Zurich averaging around $697.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Zurich to California is on a Sunday. Travelers who choose to depart for California on a Sunday will often find tickets for as low as $770. 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 $949.

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 $850 on average. Flights to California from Zurich at noon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest Zurich 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 Zurich when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around $803 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 $727 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.

Can stopping save me money on Zurich to California flights?

You could potentially save up to 59% on your flight if you consider stops on a Zurich to California flight.

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Best Price Found	$256
Fastest flight time	13h 45m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in California	10 airports

The best one-way flight to California from Zurich in the past 72 hours is $256. The best round-trip flight deal from Zurich to California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $426.

The fastest flight from Zurich to California takes 13h 45m

Direct flights go from Zurich to California every day.

There are 10 airports near California: San Diego (SAN), Los Angeles (LAX), Ontario (ONT), Long Beach Municipal (LGB), Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA), Oakland (OAK), San Francisco (SFO), San Jose (SJC), Burbank Bob Hope (BUR), Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS)

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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.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Zurich Airport to California?
As of July 2025, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from Zurich Airport to California.
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?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Zurich to California is Boeing 777-300ER (58.96% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 777 (26.37%), Airbus A320-100/200 (3.30%), and Airbus A319 (2.77%).

Best airlines flying from Zurich to California

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Scandinavian Airlines	PriceFrom $492	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,457 reviews	Search Scandinavian Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $528	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 7,981 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $535	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $536	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 7,222 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Condor	PriceFrom $550	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 353 reviews	Search Condor flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $600	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,900 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
SWISS	PriceFrom $608	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,686 reviews	Search SWISS flights

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Zurich to California

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

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 Zurich averaging around $697.

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

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

What is the cheapest Zurich to California flight route?

Fly from Zurich to San Francisco for the best Zurich - California flight prices

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

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.

Can stopping save me money on Zurich to California flights?

You could potentially save up to 59% on your flight if you consider stops on a Zurich to California flight.

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

TAP AIR PORTUGAL is the most popular carrier operating from Zurich to California

What airlines fly to California?

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

As of July 2025, 7 flights take off from Zurich and land in California each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 1:00PM, with 100% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

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

The number of flights available between Zurich and California is 55 per week as of July 2025. The most frequent departure day is Thu, with 18% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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

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

Best airlines flying from Zurich to California

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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Zurich to California?

Can I find flights from Zurich to California with flexible booking policies on momondo?

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I’m not ready to book a flight from Zurich to California right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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