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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from San Francisco to Zurich, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from San Francisco to Zurich, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheap Flight Deals from San Francisco to Zurich (SFO-ZRH)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from San Francisco to Zurich that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent return flight deals from San Francisco to Zurich

KAYAK's recommended return flight deals from the most popular airlines that fly from San Francisco to Zurich.
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SFO-ZRH
11h 20mdirect
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ZRH-SFO
11h 50mdirect
Air Canada
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SFO-ZRH
11h 20mdirect
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ZRH-SFO
12h 00mdirect
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SFO-ZRH
11h 20mdirect
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ZRH-SFO
12h 00mdirect
United Airlines
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Expert advice for your flight from San Francisco to Zurich

 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarisation of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are specific to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Airports
SFO

For a smooth departure, use SFO's kerbside check-in. United, Delta, and Southwest offer it for a tip, making it ideal for families.

Read more about SFOby Blane Bachelor
ZRH

Arriving at ZRH? Trains to Zurich run every 10 minutes, reaching the city centre in just 15 minutes. It's the fastest way to travel.

Read more about ZRHby Emily Zemler
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Emily Zemler

Emily Zemler

Expert on ZRH

Emily Zemler

Emily Zemler

Emily is a freelance writer and book author based in London covering entertainment and travel. Her work has appeared in Los Angeles Times, Observer, and Condé Nast Traveler. She has ventured to more than 40 countries and all seven continents, always in search of a great art museum. She has written extensively about hotels, luxury travel, and aviation.

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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on SFO

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specialising in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favourite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history.

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KAYAK's insights & trends for San Francisco to Zurich flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Francisco to Zurich to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Zurich?

The average price of all round-trip flights from San Francisco to Zurich clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
For San Francisco to Zurich, Sunday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Friday is the most expensive. Flying from Zurich back to San Francisco, the best deals are generally found on Wednesday, with Tuesday being the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Zurich?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Zurich, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco to Zurich is February, where tickets cost £543 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £1,095 and £983 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from San Francisco to Zurich?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
Yes, flying with a stopover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop stopover the cheapest option at £1,979 on average.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Zurich, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.
To get a below average price on the flight from San Francisco to Zurich, you should book around 4 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 12 weeks before departure.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from San Francisco to Zurich

Low season

January

High season

June
Best time to beat the crowds (19% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (48% more expensive on average)

When to book flights from San Francisco to Zurich

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Zurich based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from San Francisco to Zurich

  • What options are there for going from Zurich Airport to the city center?

    If you choose to drive from Zurich Airport to the city center, you can expect the trip to typically take you between 10 and 15min depending on what weather and traffic conditions are like at the time. You can also take the local train line EC which will take you around 10min total. A one-way ticket starts at approximately CHf4.40 ($4.80).

  • Are there any lounges for passengers to relax in at San Francisco International Airport?

    There are a few different lounges at San Francisco International Airport, including the American Airlines Admirals Club in Terminal 2 and the Centurion Lounge in Terminal 3. You will also find the Delta Sky Club in Terminal 1, as well as the United Club in both the Domestic Terminal and International Terminal. There is the Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse in International Terminal A.

  • What facilities does San Francisco International Airport offer for travelers with pets?

    If you’ll be traveling with a pet, take note of the different pet relief zones that can be found at San Francisco International Airport. Each terminal has both an inside and outside area, and they have sitting areas, garbage cans, and free plastic bags for you to clean up after your furry friend. All pet relief areas are open 24h a day.

  • Does Zurich Airport have its own on-site hotel?

    At Zurich Airport, you will find a Transit Hotel that is placed between Terminals B and D. There is also the Radisson Blu Hotel Zurich Airport that is connected to the main terminal of the airport through a walkway. You will find the Mövenpick Hotel Zurich-Airport less than a 5min drive from the airport, and there is a free shuttle for guests.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from San Francisco to Zurich?

    All the following airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the San Francisco to Zurich flight route: SWISS, United Airlines, Iberia, Vueling, American Airlines, and ANA.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Francisco to Zurich?

    The Boeing 777-300ER is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San Francisco to Zurich flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Francisco to Zurich?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between San Francisco and Zurich.

  • On which days can I fly direct from San Francisco to Zurich?

    There are direct flights from San Francisco to Zurich on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Francisco to Zurich?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Francisco to Zurich.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Francisco to Zurich?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Zurich from San Francisco is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Francisco to Zurich?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Zurich with an airline and back to San Francisco with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Francisco to Zurich?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Zurich from San Francisco up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from San Francisco to Zurich

  • Looking for a cheap flight from Zurich to San Francisco? 25% of our users found flights on this route for £689 or less one-way.
  • When you travel from San Francisco to Zurich, your plane will depart from San Francisco International Airport (SFO). This airport can be found just less than 15 miles from downtown, and it’s also a major hub for United Airlines, a company that commonly services this route.
  • Once you have reached Zurich, you will land at Zurich Airport (ZRH). This is the largest international airport in Switzerland and the main hub for Swiss International Air Lines, which operates many flights between these two cities.
  • Nonstop flights from San Francisco to Zurich are normally not offered, so you will typically have either one or two layovers before you reach your destination. A few of the companies that are known for offering these flights include Lufthansa and United Airlines.
  • If you have some time before your flight begins boarding at San Francisco International Airport, head to one of the XpresSpa locations in Terminals 2, 3, and the International Terminal. Here, you can have services like massages, manicures, and facials.
  • Those that will be flying with little ones should keep in mind that Zurich Airport has a few facilities for families. The airport has two Family Services rooms, and these contain private rooms for nursing, changing tables, a kitchenette, and toys to keep children occupied. You can also rent strollers for free in each terminal.
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Prefer to fly direct from San Francisco to Zurich?

Find which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Airport to Zurich Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

San Francisco to Zurich

Monday

Air Canada, SWISS, United Airlines

Air Canada, SWISS, +1 more

Tuesday

Air Canada, SWISS, United Airlines

Air Canada, SWISS, +1 more

Wednesday

Air Canada, SWISS, United Airlines

Air Canada, SWISS, +1 more

Thursday

Air Canada, SWISS, United Airlines

Air Canada, SWISS, +1 more

Friday

Air Canada, SWISS, United Airlines

Air Canada, SWISS, +1 more

Saturday

Air Canada, SWISS, United Airlines

Air Canada, SWISS, +1 more

Sunday

Air Canada, SWISS, United Airlines

Air Canada, SWISS, +1 more

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Direct returns

Zurich to San Francisco

Monday

Air Canada, SWISS, United Airlines

Air Canada, SWISS, +1 more

Tuesday

Air Canada, SWISS, United Airlines

Air Canada, SWISS, +1 more

Wednesday

Air Canada, SWISS, United Airlines

Air Canada, SWISS, +1 more

Thursday

Air Canada, SWISS, United Airlines

Air Canada, SWISS, +1 more

Friday

Air Canada, SWISS, United Airlines

Air Canada, SWISS, +1 more

Saturday

Air Canada, SWISS, United Airlines

Air Canada, SWISS, +1 more

Sunday

Air Canada, SWISS, United Airlines

Air Canada, SWISS, +1 more

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Everything you need to know for your flight from San Francisco to Zurich

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