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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Switzerland

Cheapest round-trip prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours
Zurich
Zurich1 stop$748
Geneva
Geneva2 stops$885
Zurich
Zurich1 stop$748
Geneva
Geneva2 stops$885

Book Cheap Los Angeles to Switzerland Plane Tickets

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Switzerland 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.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Los Angeles to Switzerland

Sat, Nov 14 - Sat, Nov 21
Turkish Airlines Logo
12:45 pm - 5:15 pm
LAX
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BSL
19h 30m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:10 pm - 10:50 am
BSL
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LAX
25h 40m
1 stop
$740Turkish Airlines
Sun, Sep 6 - Mon, Sep 14
Condor Logo
4:45 pm - 3:40 pm
LAX
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ZRH
13h 55m
1 stop
Condor Logo
8:00 am - 2:45 pm
ZRH
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LAX
15h 45m
1 stop
$748Condor
Fri, Nov 6 - Thu, Nov 19
Turkish Airlines Logo
1:45 pm - 1:45 pm
LAX
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ZRH
39h 00m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
2:40 pm - 4:35 pm
ZRH
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LAX
34h 55m
1 stop
$749Turkish Airlines
Mon, Oct 5 - Mon, Oct 12
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:12 am - 8:45 pm
LAX
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ZRH
26h 33m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 2:45 pm
ZRH
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LAX
15h 45m
1 stop
$750Multiple Airlines
Sun, Sep 27 - Thu, Oct 15
Condor Logo
4:45 pm - 3:40 pm
LAX
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ZRH
13h 55m
1 stop
Condor Logo
8:00 am - 2:45 pm
ZRH
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LAX
15h 45m
1 stop
$752Condor
Mon, Oct 19 - Tue, Nov 3
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:45 pm - 8:45 pm
LAX
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ZRH
19h 00m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:05 pm - 10:48 pm
ZRH
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LAX
19h 43m
2 stops
$756Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 30 - Wed, Jan 13
SWISS Logo
7:10 pm - 3:15 pm
LAX
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ZRH
11h 05mnonstop
SWISS Logo
1:10 pm - 4:35 pm
ZRH
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LAX
12h 25mnonstop
$759SWISS
Tue, Jan 19 - Tue, Feb 16
SWISS Logo
7:10 pm - 3:15 pm
LAX
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ZRH
11h 05mnonstop
SWISS Logo
1:10 pm - 4:35 pm
ZRH
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LAX
12h 25mnonstop
$759SWISS
Fri, Oct 16 - Sat, Oct 24
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
4:40 pm - 12:25 pm
LAX
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ZRH
34h 45m
1 stop
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
6:20 am - 2:40 pm
ZRH
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LAX
17h 20m
1 stop
$768TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sat, Sep 19 - Thu, Oct 1
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
4:55 pm - 12:25 pm
LAX
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ZRH
34h 30m
1 stop
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
6:05 pm - 2:35 pm
ZRH
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LAX
29h 30m
1 stop
$791TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Los Angeles to Switzerland flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Los Angeles to Switzerland to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest Los Angeles to Switzerland flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest ticket to Switzerland from Los Angeles found in the last 5 days was to Zurich, at $710 round-trip. The most popular route is from Los Angeles (LAX) to Zurich (ZRH), and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 5 days was $710.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Switzerland?

The average price for all round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Switzerland depending on the time of departure, clicked by users on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

The cheapest time of day to fly to Switzerland is generally at night, when round-trip flights cost $894 on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Switzerland is generally at night, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $894.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Los Angeles to Switzerland?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $871, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Switzerland?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Switzerland, 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 Los Angeles to Switzerland is October, when tickets cost $719 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,247 and $1,242 respectively.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Switzerland?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Switzerland clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Switzerland on a Wednesday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to fly from Los Angeles to Switzerland. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Wednesday and avoiding Tuesdays for the best deals.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Los Angeles to Switzerland?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Switzerland, 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 Los Angeles to Switzerland, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 36% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 3 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low season

November

Cheapest flight

$345
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 4% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 2% increase in price.
Flight from Los Angeles to Geneva

FAQs - booking Switzerland flights

  • Is a visa necessary to fly from Los Angeles to Switzerland?

    U.S. citizens do not need a tourist visa to visit Switzerland for less than 90 days. However, they may be required to show proof of a departure flight out of the country or Schengen area upon their arrival in Switzerland. Remember to bring a valid passport with you that has at least one empty page.

  • Are there any nonstop flights from Los Angeles to Switzerland?

    Yes, it’s possible to find daily departures that fly directly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Zurich Airport (ZRH). These routes are operated by SWISS International Airlines. To get to Geneva Airport (GVA) from Los Angeles, you have to make at least one layover.

  • Which is the best airport to fly into to see the Jungfraujoch?

    The Jungfraujoch is a peak in the Swiss Alps also known for the Sphinx Observatory and is home to the longest glacier in Europe. It’s located fairly equidistant between the two major international airports in Switzerland, in Zurich and Geneva. Whichever one has a better option from Los Angeles for your dates is just about a couple hours away by car, until you arrive at the train that takes you to the observatory.

  • Is there public transportation to get from Geneva Airport to the city center?

    There are both public buses and trains operating the route from Geneva Airport to the Old Town city center of Geneva. Both the 5 and 10 bus routes take a bit over half an hour to arrive and you can expect to pay about 7 CHF (7.50 USD). The trains get there slightly faster but cost a bit more.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Los Angeles to Switzerland?

    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 Los Angeles to Switzerland.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Los Angeles to Switzerland?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from Los Angeles to Switzerland 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 Los Angeles to Switzerland?

    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 from Los Angeles to Switzerland with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Los Angeles to Switzerland?

    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 from Los Angeles to Switzerland up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Switzerland

  • If you’re looking to book flights from Los Angeles to Switzerland, look for routes arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH). This is the country’s main international hub that offers more connections and is also nearby top attractions like Lake Zurich.
  • For those who wish to visit Lugano or other parts of the Italian state of Switzerland, you may consider flying into a neighboring country that could be more convenient. For instance, Milan Airport in Italy is a large international airport right near the border with Switzerland and just an hour or so from the city of Lugano.
  • Before flying to Switzerland, make sure you have USD with you to exchange into the Swiss franc (CHF), the local currency. To do so, passengers may use the currency exchange kiosks available upon their arrival at airports such as the ones in Zurich and Geneva.
  • Before your long flight from Los Angeles to Switzerland, you may need to find a way to relax. In Terminal 2 of Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), there is a spa center perfect to stop in before boarding your plane.
  • Children under 12 years old or less than 150cm (4ft 11in) tall are required to sit in child seat restraints in cars in Switzerland. Keep this in mind if you plan on riding in cars or renting a vehicle during your visit. Some car rental agencies can provide child seats upon request.

Everything you need to know for your flight from Los Angeles to Switzerland

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