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3:50 pm - 10:30 pmSFO-ZRH
21h 40m1 stop
6:00 pm - 2:55 pmZRH-SFO
29h 55m1 stop
$493TAP AIR PORTUGAL
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Tue, Oct 22 - Tue, Nov 5
4:20 pm - 9:45 amSFO-ZRH
32h 25m1 stop
1:00 pm - 2:30 pmZRH-SFO
58h 30m2 stops
$563Scandinavian Airlines
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Sat, Nov 9 - Tue, Nov 19
3:50 pm - 2:55 pmSFO-ZRH
38h 05m2 stops
6:00 pm - 2:55 pmZRH-SFO
29h 55m1 stop
$570TAP AIR PORTUGAL
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Tue, Oct 22 - Tue, Nov 5
6:35 pm - 5:25 pmSFO-ZRH
37h 50m1 stop
3:00 pm - 4:40 pmZRH-SFO
34h 40m1 stop
$642Turkish Airlines
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Tue, Oct 1 - Thu, Oct 10
6:35 pm - 10:20 pmSFO-ZRH
18h 45m1 stop
7:40 am - 4:40 pmZRH-SFO
18h 00m1 stop
$652Turkish Airlines
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Wed, Sep 11 - Wed, Sep 25
7:40 pm - 3:40 pmSFO-ZRH
11h 00mnonstop
1:15 pm - 4:15 pmZRH-SFO
12h 00mnonstop
$773SWISS
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Sat, Nov 9 - Tue, Nov 19
9:28 am - 12:15 pmSFO-ZRH
17h 47m2 stops
9:10 pm - 2:15 pmZRH-SFO
26h 05m1 stop
$793British Airways
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Mon, Oct 21 - Mon, Nov 4
7:40 pm - 3:40 pmSFO-ZRH
11h 00mnonstop
1:15 pm - 4:15 pmZRH-SFO
12h 00mnonstop
$818SWISS
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Mon, Nov 18 - Mon, Dec 2
11:35 pm - 7:45 amSFO-ZRH
23h 10m1 stop
1:15 pm - 5:15 pmZRH-SFO
12h 00mnonstop
$826United Airlines
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Fri, Oct 18 - Fri, Nov 1
8:40 pm - 3:40 pmSFO-ZRH
11h 00mnonstop
1:25 pm - 9:39 amZRH-SFO
29h 14m1 stop
$877United Airlines
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Fri, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 10
7:30 am - 6:40 pmSFO-ZRH
26h 10m3 stops
Mon, Sep 30
2:41 pm - 8:50 pmSFO-ZRH
45h 09m2 stops
Sat, Sep 7
9:20 pm - 8:55 amSFO-ZRH
26h 35m1 stop
$373Vueling
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Tue, Jul 9
4:20 pm - 12:25 pmSFO-ZRH
35h 05m1 stop
$463TAP AIR PORTUGAL
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Thu, Jul 18
6:35 pm - 10:20 pmSFO-ZRH
18h 45m1 stop
$477Turkish Airlines
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Wed, Jul 24
6:35 pm - 10:20 pmSFO-ZRH
18h 45m1 stop
$488Turkish Airlines
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Tue, Jul 23
4:20 pm - 7:30 pmSFO-ZRH
18h 10m1 stop
$514TAP AIR PORTUGAL
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Wed, Oct 2
5:40 pm - 7:45 pmSFO-ZRH
17h 05m1 stop
$830Scandinavian Airlines
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Mon, May 27
7:40 pm - 3:50 pmSFO-ZRH
11h 10mnonstop
$843SWISS
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Sat, Oct 12
7:40 pm - 3:50 pmSFO-ZRH
11h 10mnonstop
$947SWISS
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Sun, Oct 6
3:15 pm - 9:20 pmSFO-ZRH
21h 05m2 stops
6:05 pm - 1:15 pmZRH-SFO
28h 10m3 stops
$1,070
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Sun, May 26 - Sun, Jun 2
3:15 pm - 9:20 pmSFO-ZRH
21h 05m2 stops
6:05 pm - 1:15 pmZRH-SFO
28h 10m3 stops
$1,072
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Sun, May 26 - Sun, Jun 2
5:40 pm - 7:45 pmSFO-ZRH
17h 05m1 stop
9:35 pm - 3:50 pmZRH-SFO
27h 15m2 stops
$1,096Scandinavian Airlines
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Sun, May 26 - Mon, Jun 24
5:40 pm - 8:55 pmSFO-ZRH
18h 15m2 stops
8:15 pm - 3:50 pmZRH-SFO
28h 35m2 stops
$1,100Scandinavian Airlines
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Sun, May 26 - Wed, Jun 26
6:30 am - 9:20 pmSFO-ZRH
29h 50m3 stops
6:05 pm - 8:02 pmZRH-SFO
34h 57m3 stops
$1,104
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Sun, May 26 - Wed, Jun 5
1:10 am - 6:10 amSFO-ZRH
20h 00m1 stop
8:15 am - 12:40 pmZRH-SFO
13h 25m1 stop
$1,321United Airlines
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Mon, May 27 - Fri, Jun 28
1:10 am - 7:45 amSFO-ZRH
21h 35m1 stop
11:55 am - 12:53 amZRH-SFO
21h 58m1 stop
$1,326United Airlines
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Mon, May 27 - Mon, Jun 24
7:40 pm - 3:50 pmSFO-ZRH
11h 10mnonstop
7:05 am - 1:25 pmZRH-SFO
15h 20m1 stop
$1,436SWISS
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Sun, May 26 - Sun, Jun 9
2:20 pm - 10:20 amSFO-ZRH
11h 00mnonstop
7:05 am - 1:25 pmZRH-SFO
15h 20m1 stop
$1,727SWISS
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Sun, May 26 - Wed, Jun 26
4:20 pm - 12:10 pmSFO-ZRH
34h 50m2 stops
3:40 pm - 2:35 pmZRH-SFO
31h 55m2 stops
$1,824TAP AIR PORTUGAL
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Fri, May 24 - Sat, Jun 1
7:40 pm - 3:50 pmSFO-ZRH
11h 10mnonstop
1:15 pm - 4:05 pmZRH-SFO
11h 50mnonstop
$1,043SWISS
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Sun, Aug 11 - Mon, Aug 19
7:40 pm - 3:50 pmSFO-ZRH
11h 10mnonstop
1:15 pm - 4:05 pmZRH-SFO
11h 50mnonstop
$1,045SWISS
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Sun, Aug 4 - Thu, Aug 15
7:40 pm - 3:50 pmSFO-ZRH
11h 10mnonstop
1:15 pm - 4:05 pmZRH-SFO
11h 50mnonstop
$1,052SWISS
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Mon, Aug 19 - Mon, Sep 2
7:40 pm - 3:50 pmSFO-ZRH
11h 10mnonstop
1:15 pm - 4:05 pmZRH-SFO
11h 50mnonstop
$1,062SWISS
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Sun, Jun 30 - Fri, Aug 23
7:40 pm - 3:50 pmSFO-ZRH
11h 10mnonstop
1:15 pm - 4:05 pmZRH-SFO
11h 50mnonstop
$1,068SWISS
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Tue, Aug 20 - Tue, Sep 3
7:40 pm - 3:50 pmSFO-ZRH
11h 10mnonstop
1:15 pm - 4:05 pmZRH-SFO
11h 50mnonstop
$1,069SWISS
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Wed, Jul 24 - Tue, Aug 27
7:40 pm - 3:50 pmSFO-ZRH
11h 10mnonstop
1:35 pm - 4:35 pmZRH-SFO
12h 00mnonstop
$1,071United Airlines
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Sun, Aug 11 - Wed, Aug 21
2:20 pm - 10:20 amSFO-ZRH
11h 00mnonstop
1:35 pm - 4:35 pmZRH-SFO
12h 00mnonstop
$1,171United Airlines
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Fri, Aug 9 - Mon, Aug 19
7:40 pm - 3:50 pmSFO-ZRH
11h 10mnonstop
1:35 pm - 4:35 pmZRH-SFO
12h 00mnonstop
$1,191United Airlines
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Sun, Jun 30 - Sat, Aug 24
7:40 pm - 3:50 pmSFO-ZRH
11h 10mnonstop
1:35 pm - 4:35 pmZRH-SFO
12h 00mnonstop
$1,253
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Wed, Jul 10 - Wed, Jul 24

Flights from San Francisco to Zurich - Travel Insights & Trends

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 flights from San Francisco to Zurich clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Zurich on a Wednesday and more expensive on a Saturday. On your return trip to San Francisco, you should consider flying back on a Monday, and avoid Saturdays for better deals.

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 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 $724 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, where the average cost of tickets is $1,504 and $1,381 respectively.

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

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for 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 month.
To get a below average price on the flight from San Francisco to Zurich, you should book around 2 days before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 18 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Zurich?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
In the past 3 days, the cheapest one-way tickets to Zurich from San Francisco were found on Vueling ($373) and TAP AIR PORTUGAL ($463), and the lowest round-trip tickets were found on TAP AIR PORTUGAL ($493) and Scandinavian Airlines ($563).

Which airlines fly non-stop between San Francisco and Zurich?

Airline and price data is aggregated from results in KAYAK’s search results from the last 2 weeks for flights from San Francisco to Zurich.
There are 2 airlines that fly nonstop from San Francisco to Zurich. They are SWISS and United Airlines. The cheapest airline for this route is SWISS, with the best one-way deal found costing $562. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at SWISS.

How many flights are there between San Francisco and Zurich per day?

Each day, there are 3 nonstop flights that take off from San Francisco and land in Zurich, with an average flight time of 11h 03m. The most common departure time is 2:00 pm and most flights take off in the afternoon. Each week, there are 21 flights and there are the same amount of flights each day 3.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between San Francisco and Zurich?

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
There are 4 cabin class options for the route. These are First, Business, Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

How long does a flight from San Francisco to Zurich take?

Direct flights cover the 5,822 miles separating San Francisco to Zurich in about 11h 00m.

What’s the earliest departure time from San Francisco to Zurich?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from San Francisco at 2:20 pm and will be landing in Zurich at 10:20 am.

What’s the latest departure time from San Francisco to Zurich?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from San Francisco to Zurich jets off at 7:40 pm and lands at 3:50 pm.

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Low season

January

High season

July

Cheapest flight

$357
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 25% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 30% increase in price.
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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.
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FAQs for booking flights from San Francisco to Zurich

  • How do I move from A to B within San Francisco International Airport?

    SFO's AirTrain is a completely automated mover system that transfers passengers to the terminals, airport garages, the car rental center, and the BART station. Operating 24/7, it enhances the overall travel experience for passengers, enabling you to navigate the airport complex efficiently and comfortably.

  • Which are eco-friendly airlines within the San Francisco to Zurich route?

    This route accounts for a whopping 9288 lb average amount of CO₂ emission per person, denoting a high level of carbon footprint. Reducing carbon footprint is a crucial aspect of this route, and that's why few airlines feature eco-friendly flights. You can fly KLM, Air France, Delta, or Air Canada and help reduce the environmental impact.

  • Are there onsite airport hotels at Zurich Airport?

    Yes, there are several onsite airport hotels at Zurich Airport that offer travelers a variety of services and amenities. These include Movenpick Hotel Zurich Airport, Hilton Zurich Airport, Radisson Blu Hotel, Zurich Airport, and Novotel Zurich Airport Messe among others.

  • Can I leave some luggage at Zurich Airport?

    You can leave your luggage securely at Zurich Airport. There are several lockers that can be found on the first floor of the Service Center/Garage P2. Also, there are SBB lockers around the Airport Shopping in Check-in 3 of the Airport.

  • Does San Francisco International Airport provide support for travelers with disabilities?

    SFO is committed to ensuring that passengers with disabilities enjoy a seamless airport experience. If you need wheelchair assistance or any other form of assistance, you're to request it when making the flight booking. You can find your airline representatives at check-in areas or your airline's designated desk.

  • Are there pet amenities at San Francisco International Airport?

    There are several pet relief areas at SFO. These areas are fully fenced and landscaped and are easily accessible by the handicapped. To access the areas outside security, follow the painted paw-prints from the arrivals. On the other hand, you can access the outdoor relief areas by following the overhead signage from the departures level. 

  • 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.

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Zurich?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to Zurich was $357 for a one-way ticket and $493 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between San Francisco and Zurich?

    Yes

  • 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, British Airways, Finnair, and Lufthansa.

  • 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 nonstop flights from San Francisco to Zurich on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from San Francisco to Zurich, SWISS or United Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Francisco to Zurich are SWISS and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of $1,201 and an overall rating of 7.7, SWISS is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,232 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • 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 round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Zurich with an airline and back to San Francisco with another airline. Booking your flights between San Francisco and ZRH can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • 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? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $724 or less one-way and $939 or less round-trip.
  • The trip from San Francisco to Zurich features one or more layovers, which is ideal for those who want to break up their flight. Most layover points include Frankfurt am Main (FRA), London Heathrow (LHR), Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC), and Brussels Bruxelles-National (BRU). Airlines featuring layovers include United Airlines, Brussels Airlines, or ANA.
  • On arriving in Zurich, you will be delighted to find several car companies at Zurich Airport. The most popular car rental brands include National, Europcar, Hertz, and Thrifty among others. From the Arrivals, follow the signs that lead to your car rental company. The car rental center is at the terminal complex on the first floor and is open daily from 6 a.m to 11:30 p.m.
  • One way of enjoying Zurich right away is by observing the airline traffic after disembarking from your flight. Zurich Airport features an observation deck in two locations, B and D. The location gives excitement as you recapture your own flight experience. There are binoculars available to help provide a clear view of the plane's activity.
  • 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 non-stop from San Francisco to Zurich?

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Nonstop 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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Nonstop 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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Top 5 airlines serving from San Francisco to Zurich

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from San Francisco to Zurich. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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7.7
SWISSOverall score based on 1970 reviews
8.4Crew
7.4Food
7.2Entertainment
7.8Boarding
7.6Comfort
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I arrived 59 minutes before the flight in Tampa due to Massive traffic jam and the flight was closed and I was told that I’d simply have to “book a new ticket on line myself and the gate agents couldn’t help me”. Even though the flight was delayed over 30 minutes, (leaving one hour and 29 minutes before departure, they refused to assist in any way explaining that it’s automatic and there can be no exceptions. Horrible experience due to poor management at gate. I fly this option 2-3 times a year and have a good experience with the cabin crew etc. But, Tampa agents are not trained or allowed customer service. I once was a gate agent for USAir, I know times have changed, but forcing me to purchase a new ticket and complete indifference and inconvenience. No thanks

2.0 MediocreRob, May 2024TPA - ZRH
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I arrived 59 minutes before the flight in Tampa due to Massive traffic jam and the flight was closed and I was told that I’d simply have to “book a new ticket on line myself and the gate agents couldn’t help me”. Even though the flight was delayed over 30 minutes, (leaving one hour and 29 minutes before departure, they refused to assist in any way explaining that it’s automatic and there can be no exceptions. Horrible experience due to poor management at gate. I fly this option 2-3 times a year and have a good experience with the cabin crew etc. But, Tampa agents are not trained or allowed customer service. I once was a gate agent for USAir, I know times have changed, but forcing me to purchase a new ticket and complete indifference and inconvenience. No thanks

Crew was super courteous and helpful. Food quality was not so good. Most of the movies were old.

Good BUT four days later I still don’t have my luggage. It never arrived. !!!!

Crew members were good. Seats were packed and too tight .

Carry on luggage size for economy passengers significantly smaller than other airlines, so nearly all ecomy passengers had their bags taken and checked.

Had a short layover in Zurich, luggage marked expedite and short layover but still didn’t get luggage when arrived in Split until 3 days later even though husband got his.

On time flight, I requested wheelchair in Zurich , when I arrived they were no where to be found, I had one hour between flights I had to walk with great difficulty.

Far above average. The level of quality and service has really improved and passed most US carriers on this route. Go Edelweiss!

We had issues with upgrading our seats. The flight itself was fine.

Flight was late and crew were unwilling to help with information on connections. Call light had been on for 61 minutes without tesponse.

TERRIBLE! Staff was unfriendly, rude, and demeaning. One flight attendant touched me to grab the complimentary blanket off my neck because I couldn't take it home, while a bunch of other people took theirs home. I have never been so ill treated. I am not happy at all. And flight was delayed, no information until short notice for everything. Lost an entire day at my destination. I expect a full refund for that experience. Never will fly with them EVER again

My return flight has been changed to JFK from EWR without any notice or reason

This was my first time flying SAS and used them for 4 flights. The crews, flight and communication was outstanding. I flew premium economy and was extremely impressed by their SAS lounges. I will 100% ise SAS again. Everyone was so pleasant!

They lost my luggage. Tromso in winter without warm clothes is not fun.

The flight was on time and loading was fine. I really disliked that all drinks other than coffee or tea had a cost. Deplaning was also an issue as people did not wait for those in front of them to get out before they pushed forward

Flight was delayed 3 hours. Pilot cancelled flight under 4 people volunteered to change their seats to economy from business class.

Overall, this flight team did a fantastic job. They came often with the water, coffee and tea. There was no meal choice in coach, but the lasagna lunch was decent. The sandwich snack just before landing was tasty. The baggage bins were large, so no trouble holding carry on luggage.

Last minute cancelation, though a substitute flight was found I could not pick my meal or seat. The hotel offered didn't have working air control or shower.

My seat was not the one I paid for, the crew was very curt, and the cabin was extremely warm.

Old plane with terrible business class seats - good food and service. Boarding was a joke with business class boarding last.

Overnight flight in the old style Business class, but still very good.

I was in business class, without the business class amenities. Large seat with lots of legroom, but no TV or bed. Food was okay, but I did enjoy the Turkish red wine.

Excellent service and comfort from the moment you check in. Flight crew is hyper focused on making passengers comfortable and at ease. It’s like a flying hotel!

Only chicken as a meat dish through out the flight

Nothing really was great as such. Seen other no name airlines perform better.

Quality of service on board was very inconsistent. FA service primarily seemed robotic and they barely engaged with passengers

I’m unclear why I had to pay extra for assigned seats as Turkish airlines did not honor the seating. We were placed across the aisle from each other on TK 34, and were seated behind one another on TK 694. Because my name was misspelled on e-ticket (Klawiter, instead of Klawitter) I could not log onto website to get the connection gate number in Istanbul. The monitors in the airport were a jumbled mess 1/2 Arabic and 1/2 English.

On line check in needs a lot of improvement. I tried and gave up.

Food not good, flight attendants not the best, not accommodating very ruff

the female flight attendant was racist towards me. I could tell she treated the two other passengers next to me with more softness.

Hated every minute of it. This flight should have only taken 1.5hrs but was delayed over 10hours. Now I am being told I cannot be compensated or refunded my ticket price or extra leg room, which I purchased but did not receive, because the airline is throwing the blame on the 3rd party I purchased tickets through and 3rd party putting the blame on airline. No one wants to help. They received their money and that's all they care about. Im going on 3 days of still trying to get to my final destination, had to cancel car rental, car insurance and hotel. Currently staying in airport until hotels open up. Thank you Lufthansa, Kayak, Underpricer and United for making this trip the worst ever.

Crew was great and did their best to make us comfortable and captain came out at the beginning to announce why the flight was delayed, weather situation up ahead, and kept us updated throughout the flight.

United WiFi is consistently unusable (it can take 10 mins to load a single web page). If you need Wifi to do work, be prepared to lose half a day of productivity.

Awful. I got stuck next to a person carrying a dog and behind someone with a dog. People need to board these dogs downstairs. The cabin is crowded enough with your pets

Packed in like sardines, very uncomfortable. Sitting the aisle my shoulder was rammed into numerous times by rushing flight attendants. Also flight was very cold.

Beverage and food services are excellent. We enjoy paying the extra for economy plus for the 3 inches more leg room to be exact.

Flight was delayed by 3 hours. The pilot made up 1 hour during the flight, but that made the wait at the airport 5 hours once you factor getting there 2 hours early.

Airline did not explain reasons why flight was delayed two hours. Explanations were badly needed and rarely provided. Problem seemed to clearly be the airline’s fault and not the fault of the weather or airport.

Very uncomfortable seats and seat backs, and I am only 5’9”. Delayed due to crew issues, spent a long time with no ventilation. Teeny overhead bins. Wifi worked well. Arrived safely.

I was delighted that we were able to get on the 4:40 pm flight rather than our original booking at 6:55 pm!! Other than that, the flight was comfortable and landed early😊

Wonderful service and very comfy in the bulkhead in Economy Plus! Delicious food.

The BA team at Sky Harbor is deplorable, full of unnecessary attitude and poor communication. It seems like every member of the team was looking at another to solve the problem, instead of taking agency to do so themselves. I saw no less than 6 altercations with the same gate agent where he threatened to revoke the passengers boarding pass for asking a wildly reasonable question, something as simple as where the cue to board was. I’ve complained to BA before but it seems this isn’t an issue for them, which is very disappointing

Boarding poor in London,ok in Chicago. Don’t like Heatrow/terminal5

It was very good. We got a late start by about an hour and a half. However I worked rather have that than crash. It was purely mechanical. They had our tickets ready when we came off the plane in London for the next leg. The only mishap was when we got to Lisbon my husbands luggage made or bit mine didn't. All was not lost because I did finally get it 2 days later. I was really pleased that they c made the effort.

Leg space was not enough. The meal was not satisfactory.

Liked that my American Airlines status seamlessly transferred to BA so luggage check was free. Flights were on time, boarding quick. Wish they didn’t assign connecting gate so late at Heathrow.

The entire process was flawless and as expected flying first class. The only thing that I have a complaint on...when first boarding, the plane was EXTREMELY cold; then when we were trying to sleep, it was way too hot - just better regulating (especially trying to sleep) would have made it perfect.

- OK plane. Basic accommodations. OK food. The digital window shade wasn't working.

- OK plane. Basic accommodations. OK food. The digital window shade wasn't working. - Expect to be woken up more than an hour before landing when they start dinging the bell and making announcements and turning on all cabin lights to serve a snack. I would prefer they remain quiet and only serve people who want to wake up.

Better food and more space in the seats. Also when doing the web check in both times I was going in to your site the minute you open it and there is not really many seats to choose only to buy!!!

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