CA $574 Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Zürich (ZRH)

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Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Zürich (ZRH)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at CA $574 for one-way flights and CA $748 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

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Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco (SFO) to Zürich (ZRH)

March is typically the cheapest month to fly

From CA $556 - CA $1,598 per traveller.

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Flight from San Francisco to Zürich (SFO - ZRH) route information
Origin airport
San Francisco Intl.
Destination airport
Zürich
Roundtrip price
CA $747
Distance
9323 km
Average flight time
20 hours 10 mins

San Francisco to Zürich Flights

The easy way to book your flights from San Francisco to Zürich 

With Expedia, it’s simple to find and book flights to Zürich from San Francisco whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure. Enter your travel dates, hit search, and choose your flight from 20 airlines that cover this route. There are nonstop flights to Zürich, too.  

Choose your preferred carrier and cabin class with the advanced search tool and select your ideal departure time. Then, if you want, you can see just nonstop or refundable flights. And if you’re traveling last minute, just enter the date to check out flights from San Francisco to Zürich today, tomorrow, or this week.  

 

Save dollars with cheap flights from San Francisco Intl., SFO to Zürich, ZRH 

Sort your search results by price to find great deals on your flight from San Francisco to Zürich—you get all your cheapest options first. Grab yourself a bargain now—the lowest price on flights to Zürich from San Francisco currently is just CA $748 rising to CA $926.  

Here are more money-saving tips: 

  • Fly in September when flight prices are normally at their lowest 
  • Book about a month to 6 weeks before you travel for the best prices to Zürich  
  • Avoid peak season and weekends when flights can cost more
  • Early morning and late-night flights are sometimes cheaper, so try varying your travel times 
  • One surefire way to save money on your flight is to book your flight and hotel together with Expedia. Sometimes, the savings are so large that the flight is basically free! 

 

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Whatever your destination, budget, or reason to travel, in just one quick search, you can choose from loads of flights, airlines, and cabin classes. The filters make it quick and easy to find your ideal flights, and if you choose one of the flexible options, you won’t be charged to change your flight. So book your flight to Zürich with Expedia today.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Zurich Intl. Airport?
The lowest price advertised for a round-trip flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Zurich Intl. Airport is CA $748. But you better act soon. This price is taken from fares available within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from San Francisco Airport to ZRH?
Each air carrier has different terms and conditions. If you decide to cancel your escape, head to our Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from SFO to Zurich Airport (ZRH) that have flexible change policies?
Many carriers offer the option to reschedule your flight at no extra charge. All you pay is the difference in the ticket price. When searching for San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to ZRH flights, you'll find a "No change fees" box for you to select.
How many hours is the flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Zurich Intl. Airport?
Averaging 16 hours and 54 minutes, the journey from San Francisco Airport to Zurich Intl. Airport is a long one. To make your journey more relaxing, remember to pack a good neck pillow and some earplugs.
How far is the flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Zurich Intl. Airport?
With around 9,400 kilometres separating San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) and Zurich Airport (ZRH), your flight will be a long one. Pack wisely to make your time in the air comfortable. Simple things like warm clothes and a good neck pillow can make a huge difference.
Which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Airport to Zurich Intl. Airport?
Check out the fares with SWISS (LX) if you want to travel directly from San Francisco Airport to Zurich Intl. Airport. This top airline operates 30 flights every month, so you're sure to find one that fits your travel schedule.
Are San Francisco Airport to Zurich Airport (ZRH) flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Booking your trip from San Francisco Airport to ZRH last minute could save you some serious cash. However, it could end up costing a good deal more! If you'd rather not take any chances, book well ahead of your departure date. In fact, Expedia has some of the biggest bargains up to 12 months in advance. If your preferred carrier hasn't released tickets yet, check back frequently as deals are updated all the time on Expedia.

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