ZRH - SAN

$439 Find Cheap Flights from Zurich to San Diego

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Zurich to San Diego departing on 6/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Zurich to San Diego, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Zurich to San Diego, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheapest round-trip
$723
Typical prices: $665-$891
American Airlines
Sat 8/29Sat 10/24
ZRH - SAN • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$444
Typical prices: $587-$1,036
American Airlines
Tue 6/2
ZRH - SAN • 1 stop
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Cheapest • from $723 (round-trip)
Best reviews • 7.4 score
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There are currently no direct flights between Zurich and San Diego. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg $805 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 14h 55m (one-way)
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 33% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 16% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Zurich to San Diego (ZRH-SAN)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Zurich to San Diego 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.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Zurich to San Diego

Sat, Aug 29 - Sat, Oct 24
American Airlines Logo
3:35 pm - 5:45 pm
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SAN
35h 10m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
4:45 pm - 1:20 pm
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ZRH
35h 35m
1 stop
$723American Airlines
Mon, Apr 20 - Mon, Apr 27
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1:20 pm - 10:49 pm
ZRH
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SAN
42h 29m
2 stops
British Airways Logo
3:09 pm - 5:50 pm
SAN
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ZRH
17h 41m
2 stops
$724British Airways
Sat, Aug 29 - Sat, Oct 24
American Airlines Logo
7:15 am - 2:55 pm
ZRH
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SAN
16h 40m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
11:27 am - 6:15 pm
SAN
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ZRH
21h 48m
2 stops
$726American Airlines
Sat, Aug 29 - Sat, Oct 24
American Airlines Logo
3:35 pm - 2:55 pm
ZRH
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SAN
32h 20m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
11:25 am - 6:15 pm
SAN
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ZRH
21h 50m
2 stops
$727American Airlines
Fri, Aug 21 - Sun, Aug 30
American Airlines Logo
1:20 pm - 2:55 pm
ZRH
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SAN
34h 35m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
7:40 pm - 10:25 pm
SAN
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ZRH
17h 45m
1 stop
$728American Airlines
Fri, Aug 21 - Sun, Aug 30
American Airlines Logo
1:20 pm - 2:55 pm
ZRH
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SAN
34h 35m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
7:40 pm - 10:25 pm
SAN
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ZRH
17h 45m
1 stop
$729American Airlines
Sat, Aug 29 - Sat, Oct 24
American Airlines Logo
7:15 am - 5:55 pm
ZRH
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SAN
19h 40m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
2:50 pm - 6:15 pm
SAN
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ZRH
18h 25m
2 stops
$731American Airlines
Sat, Aug 29 - Sat, Oct 24
American Airlines Logo
7:15 am - 5:55 pm
ZRH
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SAN
19h 40m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
3:01 pm - 6:15 pm
SAN
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ZRH
18h 14m
2 stops
$732American Airlines
Mon, Apr 27 - Wed, May 6
American Airlines Logo
1:20 pm - 11:56 pm
ZRH
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SAN
19h 36m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
3:09 pm - 8:05 pm
SAN
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ZRH
19h 56m
2 stops
$734American Airlines
Fri, Aug 21 - Sun, Aug 30
American Airlines Logo
1:20 pm - 11:52 pm
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SAN
19h 32m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
4:45 pm - 5:00 pm
SAN
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ZRH
15h 15m
1 stop
$735American Airlines
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Zurich to San Diego flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Zurich to San Diego to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Zurich to San Diego?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Zurich to San Diego departing in August.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Zurich to San Diego?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Zurich to San Diego, 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 Zurich to San Diego is February, where tickets cost $669 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $986 and $895 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Zurich to San Diego, 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 Zurich to San Diego, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 33% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 14 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight$444
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 17% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 8% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Zurich to San Diego

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Zurich to San Diego based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
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FAQs for booking flights from Zurich to San Diego

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Zurich to San Diego was $439 for a one-way ticket and $723 for a round-trip.

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

    A passport is required to fly from Zurich to San Diego.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Zurich to San Diego?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Zurich to San Diego?

    Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Zurich and San Diego, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Zurich to San Diego are United Airlines and American Airlines. With an average price for the route of $885 and an overall rating of 7.4, United Airlines is the most popular choice. American Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,098 and an overall rating of 7.1.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Zurich to San Diego?

    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 Zurich to San Diego.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Zurich to San Diego?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Diego from Zurich 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 Zurich to San Diego?

    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 San Diego with an airline and back to Zurich with another airline. Booking your flights between Zurich and SAN 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 Zurich to San Diego?

    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 San Diego from Zurich up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Reviews of the top 3 airlines serving from Zurich to San Diego

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Zurich to San Diego. 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.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Zurich to San Diego? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.4
United AirlinesOverall score based on 9423 reviews
7.3Comfort
7.7Boarding
7.1Entertainment
6.6Food
8.1Crew
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It was amazing. I had several upgraded seats on my flight out. Everything went smooth with no delays.

10.0 ExcellentEric, Mar 2026
NRT - LAX
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It was amazing. I had several upgraded seats on my flight out. Everything went smooth with no delays.

Flight delayed for more than 16 hrs and no effort was spent to provide an alternate

Flight attendants were friendly & good service, food sucks, seats uncomfortable, not many Asian movies or shows flying from Hong Kong

I couldn’t make my first flight due to weather delays trapping us in the town we were in. Then I had to buy a new ticket

Flight attendants had a little attitude. Food tastes no good.

Overall we had a good experience during our flight from San Francisco to Houston.

it was a very short flight so my expectations were low.

Good flight. However, when booked flight with United, assumed the layover included by United in San Francisco of 1 hr and 40 minutes was sufficient . Not so and would recommend at least 2 hours or more. Needed to go through US immigration (very long lineups), then pick up bags, take all the way to another terminal, running because we did not have sufficient time. We made the flight because they held the door for us but luggage didn’t follow.

Very disappointing given gate agent behavior. Filed a formal complaint with United.

Flight delayed. WiFi connectivity very poor if not existant. Last minute arrival forced me to run to catch my connection.

Smooth flight. From the early boarding and all were on board before departure time and arrived early in ONT. Great crew. Thank you!!!!

The flight was significantly delayed for 6.5 hours because of snow. There was no communication once the plane returned to the gate regarding when the flight would resume. Other flights were departing while our flight was being unloaded for reasons unknown. Our flight also seemed out of the queue regarding further deicing, refueling, and waiting to Taxi to the runway.

They are always late and seats was also not having working charger

did not have enough meal for first class passengers so offer us snack

We were upgraded to Business Class. So comfortable with great service and food options

The flight was completely full. Crew was not happy. Everyone was rude and brusque. Travelling with an arm in a cast and seating in the first row of economy cabin (in front of the separation) I needed help retrieving my tray for the meal. A staff member literally threw the tray on my lap, without helping to take out the tray. Boarding was messy, with 300 people waiting in an encloses space with low ceiling. I will try to avoid AA next time I have a long flight.

The comfort of Business Class made this trip far more comfortable. I was indeed surprised when I asked one of the flight attendant to help me set up my "bed", she responded that "We don't make beds in Business Class any longer...only First Class" I believe her name was Giselle, but I'm not certain. She did instruct me how to adjust the seat, place the hooded cover and I clearly understood how to place the blanket and the cover. Additionally, the meal I was served (a beef dish) was almost inedible. The beef was tough and odd tasting. I didn't mention it as I was hoping to quickly settle down and try to get some sleep.

Amazing I love American. I’ll never fly anyone else if I can help it.

Everything about the flight was lovely. My only suggestion would be to offer a few more options of tv series from Apple TV or HBO.

After the door had been closed, the cockpit makes an announcement that catering is running late and it is not the airline's fault. It is their fault in the sense that we had to sit for 2 hours or more when we could have stayed in the terminal. Poor communications between catering and airline. This caused a young man to lose his temper and he went storming out hitting objects. He had complained to the gate agent that he had already waited at the gate 7 hours and when can the airplane leave? Airilnes do a poor job of explaining delays, maintenance issues, etc. whereas being truthful may gain more sympathy or understanding.

I paid for a very expensive Business Class seat to and from Cairo Egypt from Charleston SC. There was partnership from states to London using American Airlines. That leg was amazing. The British Airlines leg was a joke. They used the standard no leg room 3 by 3 seats. A tray was put on the middle seat. The trip was 5 hours, from London to Cairo, thus my BC purchase. There was no screen proving tv/movie options, only a small device plug. The fold down tray and the bag of peanuts were typical of normal short run flying. The one toilet was located in the galley. We all got to know each other well. This was my first and last trip with British Airlines. I now understand why they would NEVER give me a seat chart so that I could make a selection.prior to departure. It honestly would not have made a difference, there were less than 50% of occupied seats. Apparently everyone got the memo but me. I have never felt so cheated as with that trip, got to so another going back to London, yeah. I will be sending a letter to customer service and asking for a refund. I will be photos comparing the two BC legs. OH, one more thing. The FC ticket holders got bulkhead and exit row seats. I know they had to be thrilled

Late takeoff, but on time landing. Lost bags, 3 days to find them, still in transit to my location. Power outlets broken, Wi-Fi not working, so much for working on the long flight.

Late! Late and late! More than 1hr 30mn. This sucks when it is the last of a 4 flight journey. I missed my dinner! Which is not nice on Valentine’s Day!!! But better than the gate next to us, the poor Chinese people were rebooked to the next day flight. AA had to call security as it became very heated with the passengers! It was a mess at DFW that afternoon/evening. I wish they had some food for the people who travel as part of international journey. Indigo does it in India and it is fantastic.

Good. For a long flight. The comfort of the seat could be better. Also, the food was « normal » plane food. Not indian plane food unfortunately! Everything else was smooth and great.

The seats were comfortable. So many empty seats allowed for stretching out and sleeping. The onboard entertainment was pretty good. The cabin crew were so kind and kept the passengers well- hydrated, and well fed.

We had American Airlines on our return and it was confusing if we were going with Aa or BA I had 2 different flight numbers and didn’t get our gate until it was boarding. So we were a bit nervous as the which it was

Our Jackson, Mississippi to Dallas Fort Worth flight was delayed on 1/19/26.. This was changed to Jackson to Charlotte in the last minute because of this delay. This started some kind of disconnect between American Airlines and British Airways bookings. We could not go past the passport control in London Heathrow. I had to go to the counter and waited for more than 30 minutes to get a new boarding pass. Problems did not end there. Somehow our entire return flight was canceled by someone. I had to make several phone calls over several days to fix the problem – this was not easy from India. Looks like there was some kind of disconnect between two airlines or some agent did not do it right. I’m anxious to know what went wrong.

My touch screen at my seat wasn't working, the films BA advertised on the website for this flight were not available, and the plane was a little dated, food was good and the staff were good, just let down by the aircraft facilities.

Did not like the seating configuration at all with 2+3+2 in business class. Lacking total privacy and comfort

The flight crew was kind, flexible, and accommodating. The seats on the plane were extremely uncomfortable.

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