Price observed over the last 3 months for a round trip.
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The cheapest flights right now
Zurich – San Francisco
Outbound – Nov 2, 2026
direct
12h 15m Return – Nov 16, 2026
1 stop
13h 35m MUC
$808
yesterday
Zurich – San Francisco
Outbound – Nov 2, 2026
direct
12h 15m Return – Nov 17, 2026
direct
11h 5m $804
yesterday
Zurich – San Francisco
Outbound – Nov 2, 2026
1 stop
14h 45m FRA
Return – Nov 17, 2026
direct
11h 5m $802
yesterday
Zurich – San Francisco
Outbound – Nov 2, 2026
direct
12h 15m Return – Nov 17, 2026
1 stop
13h 5m MUC
$801
yesterday
* Prices are in USD per passenger, including taxes, for a round trip. Prices are based on searches carried out within the last 72 hours. Please note that availability and ticket prices are subject to change and should not be considered as the final price quoted.
Cheapest flight tickets
$593
Average price of a round trip
$747
Average flight ticket price recorded over the last 3 months for a round trip.
Flight duration
12h2
A flight from Zurich to San Francisco takes on average 12h2.
Best time
October
According to user searches, the ideal month to go to San Francisco is October.
Tips for finding a cheap flight from Zurich to San Francisco
Check out our tips for booking your flight to San Francisco (USA) from Zurich (Switzerland) at the cheapest possible price.
Usually, the cheapest month to pick up a ticket on this route is November, with an average flight ticket price of $472 (calculation over the last two years). The most touristic season corresponds to the months of October, September and November.
For the cheapest flights, it is advisable to buy your ticket at least 50 days before the departure date.
The airline offering the cheapest flight tickets is Scandinavian Airlines. A ticket from the airline Scandinavian Airlines to San Francisco costs on average $651.
The airlines that offer the most flights are Swiss, United Airlines and Swiss.
info departure city :
Zurich, Switzerland
airport :
Zurich-Kloten International Airport (ZRH)
local time :
Zurich is a city in the country Switzerland, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In Zurich, it is currently {fromLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 11°C, with a minimum of 9°C and a maximum of 13°C.
The city of Zurich (ZRH) has 1 airport(s): Zurich-Kloten
destination info :
San Francisco, USA
airport :
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
local time :
San Francisco is in the country USA, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In San Francisco, it is currently {toLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 20°C, with a minimum of 18°C and a maximum of 25°C.
The city of San Francisco has 1 airport(s): San Francisco
Useful info about San Francisco
What is the least touristic period to go to San Francisco?
If you want to visit San Francisco during the least touristic period, choose the month of October.
What is the most popular time to travel to San Francisco?
In San Francisco, the most popular month is October. It is during this period that the prices offered by airlines are also the highest.
When should I book my flight from Zurich to San Francisco?
According to our data, it is recommended to book your flight 50 days before your departure. If you book your flight ticket 8 weeks before your departure, you may find a price below average. You can also choose morning flights that are 20% cheaper than afternoon and evening flights. The cheapest day to book a flight from Zurich to San Francisco is Saturday.
What are the arrival and destination airports when traveling between Zurich and San Francisco?
When you leave, you can leave from Zurich-Kloten, and you will arrive at San Francisco.
How to reach Zurich airport from the city centre?
This information is not available at this time.
Are there other means of transportation to go from Zurich to San Francisco?
Airplane is the only means of transportation listed on Liligo for this journey.
Are there big differences in weather between Zurich and San Francisco?
In summer, the average temperature is 17°C in San Francisco and 19°C in Zurich. The average rainfall in summer is 2 mm in San Francisco and 121 mm in Zurich. In summer, it is warmer in Zurich and it rains less in San Francisco. In winter, it is colder in San Francisco and it rains more in San Francisco.
