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Cheap Flights from Zurich to San Diego International

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Flight deals from Zurich to San Diego International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Zurich to San Diego International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
San Diego.R 6,716 per passenger.Departing Tue, 7 Oct.One-way flight with Condor.Outbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Zurich on Tue, 7 Oct, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,716, select.
San Diego.R 7,464 per passenger.Departing Thu, 13 Nov.One-way flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Zurich on Thu, 13 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,464, select.
San Diego.R 7,871 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Sep.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Zurich on Tue, 9 Sep, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,871, select.
San Diego.R 8,014 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Dec.One-way flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Zurich on Thu, 4 Dec, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,014, select.
San Diego.R 8,507 per passenger.Departing Sat, 14 Mar.One-way flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Zurich on Sat, 14 Mar, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,507, select.
San Diego.R 8,779 per passenger.Departing Sun, 15 Feb.One-way flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Zurich on Sun, 15 Feb, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,779, select.
San Diego.R 12,304 per passenger.Departing Tue, 26 Aug.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Zurich on Tue, 26 Aug, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 12,304, select.
San Diego.R 12,622 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Jul.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Zurich on Wed, 15 Jul, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 12,622, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Zurich to San Diego International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Zurich to San Diego International flights are currently cheapest in October.
Aug
from R 12,304
Sep
from R 7,871
Oct
from R 6,716
Nov
from R 7,464
Dec
from R 8,014
Jan
from R 13,219
Feb
from R 8,779
Mar
from R 8,507
Apr
from R 14,654
May
from R 14,707
Jun
from R 14,874
Jul
from R 12,622

Zurich to San Diego International: Alternative routes

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

Zurich to San Diego: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 6,716
Cheapest month to flyOctober

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Zurich to San Diego International is R 9,996. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Zurich to San Diego International. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 9,996.
As of August 2025, there are no flights flying from Zurich to San Diego International.
The cheapest month to fly from Zurich to San Diego International is usually November.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Zurich Airport to San Diego International Airport on Friday, 7 November 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Zurich Airport and San Diego International Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 Diego 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.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Diego is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Scandinavian Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to San Diego International.

Travelling from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to San Diego International Airport (SAN): what you need to know

  • San Diego is eight hours behind Zurich and is in the UTC-7 timezone.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your ZRH to SAN flight.

  • During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.

How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • Currently, R 6,716 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Zurich Airport to San Diego International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 9,996. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from ZRH to SAN if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.

  • Getting cheap flights from Zurich Airport to San Diego International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across the month and land a great deal.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from ZRH to SAN.

  • Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Zurich Airport to San Diego International Airport.

Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)

  • When it comes to Zurich Airport's on-time performance, data shows 69.02% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

  • To reach Zurich Airport from central Zurich, it takes around 20 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.

  • Need a convenient hotel close to ZRH? If you're boarding an early flight from Zurich Airport to San Diego International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Getting from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to central San Diego

  • SAN is located at Airport Drive.

  • San Diego International Airport to the centre of San Diego has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.

  • Getting there on public transport typically takes 20 minutes.

When to fly to San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Zurich Airport to San Diego International Airport is May, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit San Diego based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • Lock in your flight from Zurich Airport to San Diego International Airport for August if you'd like to go to San Diego during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from ZRH to SAN in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.

Explore more of United States

  • Los Angeles is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of San Diego. Around 177 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.

  • If you're ready to explore another major destination in United States, head for Phoenix, roughly 483 kilometres east of San Diego. Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park are key highlights.

Plan the rest of your trip from Zurich to San Diego

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