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Flight deals from Zurich to San Francisco International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Zurich Airport to San Francisco International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 553 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

San Francisco.526 € 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 Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 10 Oct, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 526 €, select.

San Francisco.529 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 9 Oct, returning Fri, 23 Oct.Return flight with Condor.Outbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Zurich on Fri, 9 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 23 Oct, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 529 €, select.

San Francisco.536 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Sep, returning Tue, 8 Sep.Return flight with Condor.Outbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Zurich on Thu, 3 Sep, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 8 Sep, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 536 €, select.

San Francisco.550 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Feb, returning Mon, 15 Feb.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Zurich on Mon, 8 Feb, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 15 Feb, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 550 €, select.

San Francisco.550 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Nov, returning Tue, 1 Dec.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Zurich on Tue, 17 Nov, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 550 €, select.

San Francisco.550 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 Aug, returning Tue, 15 Sep.Return flight with Iberia and British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Iberia, departs from Zurich on Thu, 27 Aug, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 550 €, select.

San Francisco.550 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Mar, returning Thu, 18 Mar.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Zurich on Thu, 11 Mar, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 18 Mar, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 550 €, select.

San Francisco.550 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Dec, returning Sat, 16 Jan.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Zurich on Sun, 27 Dec, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 16 Jan, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 550 €, select.

San Francisco.550 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 Jan, returning Tue, 9 Feb.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Zurich on Sat, 30 Jan, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 9 Feb, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 550 €, select.

San Francisco.550 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 16 Jan, returning Sat, 30 Jan.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Zurich on Sat, 16 Jan, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 30 Jan, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 550 €, select.

San Francisco.553 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 Aug, returning Mon, 24 Aug.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Zurich on Wed, 19 Aug, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 24 Aug, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 553 €, select.

San Francisco.554 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Nov, returning Sun, 29 Nov.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Zurich on Fri, 6 Nov, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 29 Nov, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 554 €, select.

San Francisco.554 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep, returning Tue, 1 Dec.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Zurich on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 554 €, select.

San Francisco.554 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 23 Aug, returning Fri, 2 Oct.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Zurich on Sun, 23 Aug, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 2 Oct, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 554 €, select.

San Francisco.554 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 Oct, returning Wed, 4 Nov.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Zurich on Wed, 21 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 4 Nov, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 554 €, select.

San Francisco.554 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Feb, returning Thu, 4 Mar.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Zurich on Thu, 18 Feb, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 4 Mar, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 554 €, select.

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Zurich to San Francisco International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Zurich to San Francisco below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than San Francisco International.

Zurich to San Francisco: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	526 €
Cheapest month to fly	September
Average flight time	12 hrs, 3 mins
Most popular airline	SWISS
Average flights per week	24

Finding cheap flights from Zurich to San Francisco International: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Zurich to San Francisco International?

The best price we found for a return flight from Zurich to San Francisco International is 526 €. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Zurich to San Francisco International?

12 hours and 3 minutes is the average flight time from Zurich to San Francisco International.

Which airlines fly direct from Zurich to San Francisco International?

SWISS, United and Air Canada fly direct from Zurich to San Francisco International.

How many flights are there a week from Zurich to San Francisco International?

As of July 2026, there are 24 flights per week flying from Zurich to San Francisco International.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Zurich to San Francisco International?

The cheapest month to fly from Zurich to San Francisco International is usually September.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Zurich Airport to San Francisco International Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Zurich Airport to San Francisco International Airport on Friday, 25 September 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Zurich Airport to San Francisco International Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 12 hours and 3 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to San Francisco International?

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 Francisco International 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.

When is the best time to book flights to San Francisco?

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

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Zurich Airport to San Francisco International with?

Currently, Condor and SWISS offer the cheapest flight tickets to San Francisco International.

Travelling from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know

Around 12 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Zurich Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
The timezone in San Francisco is UTC-8, which is nine hours behind Zurich.
Choose from ten weekly Zurich Airport to San Francisco International Airport flights. The 13:10 departure with SWISS is the earliest flight you can take. United Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 13:35.
To ensure you catch your ZRH to SFO flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
SWISS offers direct flights from Zurich Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in San Francisco — and maybe even more of the United States if time allows.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with SWISS on this route.
SWISS ranks as the leading on-time carrier for ZRH to SFO flights, with 81.16% of its services reaching their destination on schedule.

How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

369 € is the lowest price for a one-way Zurich Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. A return flight starts at 526 €. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
Book one month before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from ZRH to SFO.
The cheapest month for flights from Zurich Airport to San Francisco International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
Save time looking for cheap flights from ZRH to SFO by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Zurich Airport to San Francisco International Airport.

Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)

76% of flights taking off from Zurich Airport reach their destination on time.
To get to Zurich Airport from central Zurich, it'll take about 15 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 10 minutes.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near ZRH. Whether you've booked an early flight from Zurich Airport to San Francisco International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:

Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

Consider booking a hotel close to SFO if you're on a late Zurich Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a San Francisco International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and chase adventure across San Francisco and beyond.
Reserving your ride from San Francisco International Airport about one week ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.

When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

July is the most popular month for flights from Zurich Airport to San Francisco International Airport. To skip the crowds, go to San Francisco in March.
Before locking in your flight from Zurich Airport to San Francisco International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in San Francisco, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ZRH to SFO in January. Temperatures average between 5ºC (41ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.

Explore more of the United States

San Francisco has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be explored. About 64 kilometres south-east of San Francisco, a visit to San Jose will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.
Around 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco, Fresno is another essential stop in the United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo.