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623 € Cheap Flights from Zurich to San Diego

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Flight deals from Zurich to San Diego

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Zurich Airport to San Diego? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 722 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
San Diego.623 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 9 Oct, returning Fri, 23 Oct.Return flight with Condor and Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Zurich on Fri, 9 Oct, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Fri, 23 Oct, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 623 €, select.
San Diego.671 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Sep, returning Tue, 29 Sep.Return flight with Condor.Outbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Zurich on Wed, 9 Sep, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 671 €, select.
San Diego.700 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Sep, returning Sat, 10 Oct.Return flight with Condor.Outbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Zurich on Fri, 25 Sep, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from San Diego International on Sat, 10 Oct, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 700 €, select.
San Diego.709 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 Oct, returning Wed, 4 Nov.Return flight with Vueling Airlines and Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Zurich on Wed, 21 Oct, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 4 Nov, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 709 €, select.
San Diego.717 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Nov, returning Sun, 15 Nov.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Zurich on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Sun, 15 Nov, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 717 €, select.
San Diego.717 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 May, returning Wed, 12 May.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Zurich on Thu, 6 May, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 12 May, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 717 €, select.
San Diego.717 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 Apr, returning Thu, 29 Apr.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Zurich on Thu, 22 Apr, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Thu, 29 Apr, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 717 €, select.
San Diego.717 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 13 Nov, returning Thu, 3 Dec.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Zurich on Fri, 13 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Thu, 3 Dec, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 717 €, select.
San Diego.718 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Mar, returning Wed, 17 Mar.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Zurich on Wed, 3 Mar, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 17 Mar, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 718 €, select.
San Diego.718 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Jun, returning Sun, 20 Jun.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Zurich on Tue, 1 Jun, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Sun, 20 Jun, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 718 €, select.
San Diego.719 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 23 Aug, returning Tue, 1 Sep.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Zurich on Sun, 23 Aug, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 719 €, select.
San Diego.720 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Feb, returning Mon, 15 Feb.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Zurich on Mon, 1 Feb, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Mon, 15 Feb, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 720 €, select.
San Diego.720 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Mar, returning Thu, 1 Apr.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Zurich on Wed, 24 Mar, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Thu, 1 Apr, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 720 €, select.
San Diego.720 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 13 Dec, returning Sun, 27 Dec.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Zurich on Sun, 13 Dec, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Sun, 27 Dec, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 720 €, select.
San Diego.720 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 11 Jan, returning Sat, 23 Jan.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Zurich on Mon, 11 Jan, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Sat, 23 Jan, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 720 €, select.
San Diego.720 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Feb, returning Mon, 1 Mar.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Zurich on Mon, 1 Feb, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 720 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Zurich to San Diego

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Zurich to San Diego flights are currently cheapest in October.
Jul
from 936 €
Aug
from 722 €
Sep
from 671 €
Oct
from 623 €
Nov
from 717 €
Dec
from 720 €
Jan
from 720 €
Feb
from 720 €
Mar
from 718 €
Apr
from 717 €
May
from 717 €
Jun
from 718 €

Alternative Zurich to San Diego routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Zurich to San Diego? You could fly into the following airports instead.

San Diego International

4km from central San Diego
ClosestCheapest
from 623 €
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McClellan-Palomar

48km from central San Diego
from 1.198 €
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Zurich to San Diego: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found623 €
Cheapest month to flyOctober

Finding cheap flights from Zurich to San Diego: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in San Diego: San Diego International and McClellan-Palomar.
The best price we found for a return flight from Zurich to San Diego is 623 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Zurich to San Diego. But we found flights with one or more stops from 623 €.
As of July 2026, there are no flights flying from Zurich to San Diego.
The cheapest month to fly from Zurich to San Diego is usually October.
If you're flying from Zurich Airport, the cheapest airport near San Diego is San Diego International – which is 4.1 km away from the centre of San Diego. We've found flights into this airport from 623 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Zurich Airport to San Diego on Friday, 9 October 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Zurich Airport and San Diego. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to San Diego but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Diego is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

In July, the average temperature is usually around 22°C. August is typically the warmest month in San Diego, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in June. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 10°C. The rainiest month is February.
Currently, Condor offers the cheapest flight tickets to San Diego.

Flying from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to San Diego: what you need to know

  • Zurich Airport is located in Zurich. Following the UTC-8 timezone, San Diego is nine hours behind Zurich.

  • For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your ZRH to San Diego flight.

  • You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.

  • Located around 10 kilometres from the centre of Zurich, ZRH can be reached in about 15 minutes by car. The journey on public transport takes roughly 10 minutes.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from Zurich Airport to San Diego? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to ZRH:

  • Of all flights leaving Zurich Airport, 76% land on schedule at their destination.

How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to San Diego

  • 385 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Zurich Airport to San Diego flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is 623 €. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.

  • Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from ZRH to San Diego if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.

  • If you can be flexible with your trip dates, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for a Zurich Airport to San Diego ticket.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you when there's an updated deal for cheap flights from ZRH to San Diego.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Zurich Airport to San Diego.

Airports in San Diego

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • San Diego International Airport (SAN) to central San Diego takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 5 kilometres away.

  • If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 25 minutes.

  • Consider booking a hotel near SAN if you have a late flight from Zurich Airport to San Diego. Settle into one of these options and make your arrival easier:

  • Reserving your vehicle from San Diego International Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from ZRH to San Diego can help you get the best possible rate.

  • SAN is located at N Harbour Dr.

McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)

  • Central San Diego is roughly 48 kilometres from McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD). Disembark your flight from Zurich Airport to San Diego and then look for any airport signs that'll help you reach the centre.

  • You'll find some comfortable places to call home for the night near CLD. Kick back and get cosy after your ZRH to San Diego flight at one of these well-located options:

  • Generally, the sooner you book, the more you save and the better your options. Lock in your ride from CLD once your travel dates are set.

Best time to go to San Diego

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Zurich Airport to San Diego. To skip the crowds, visit San Diego in December.

  • The warmest month in San Diego is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your Zurich Airport to San Diego plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.

  • Look for cheap tickets from ZRH to San Diego in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) on average.

More about San Diego

Explore more of the United States

  • San Diego has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be explored. About 177 kilometres northwest of San Diego, a trip to Los Angeles will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Hollywood Sign, Universal Studios Hollywood and Hollywood Bowl.

  • Phoenix is another standout destination in the United States and is around 483 kilometres east of San Diego. No journey is complete without a visit to Camelback Mountain, Yayoi Kusama Fireflies Infinity Mirror Room and Heard Museum.

Plan the rest of your trip from Zurich to San Diego

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.