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Flight deals from Zurich to San Diego

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Zurich to San Diego? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
San Diego.R 6,863 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Jun.One-way flight with SWISS.Outbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Zurich on Tue, 10 Jun, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,863, select.
San Diego.R 7,047 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Sep.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Zurich on Mon, 1 Sep, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,047, select.
San Diego.R 7,047 per passenger.Departing Fri, 14 Nov.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Zurich on Fri, 14 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,047, select.
San Diego.R 7,130 per passenger.Departing Fri, 22 Aug.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Zurich on Fri, 22 Aug, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,130, select.
San Diego.R 9,301 per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 May.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Zurich on Wed, 21 May, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,301, select.
San Diego.R 10,102 per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Jul.One-way flight with Finnair.Outbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from Zurich on Sun, 27 Jul, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,102, select.
San Diego.R 12,068 per passenger.Departing Fri, 17 Oct.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Zurich on Fri, 17 Oct, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 12,068, select.
San Diego.R 13,484 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Jan.One-way flight with Air Serbia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Zurich on Thu, 1 Jan, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 13,484, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Zurich to San Diego

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Zurich to San Diego flights are currently cheapest in June.
May
from R 9,301
Jun
from R 6,863
Jul
from R 10,102
Aug
from R 7,130
Sep
from R 7,047
Oct
from R 12,068
Nov
from R 7,047
Dec
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Jan
from R 13,484
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Alternative Zurich to San Diego routes

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Zurich to San Diego: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 6,863
Cheapest month to flyJune

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

There are 2 airports in San Diego: San Diego International and McClellan-Palomar.
The best price we found for a return flight from Zurich to San Diego is R 10,361. 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. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 10,361.
As of May 2025, there are no flights flying from Zurich to San Diego.
The cheapest month to fly from Zurich to San Diego is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from Zurich Airport, the cheapest airport near San Diego is San Diego International – which is 4.1 km away from the centre of San Diego. We've found flights into this airport from R 10,361.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Zurich Airport to San Diego on Thursday, 22 May 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Zurich Airport and San Diego. 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 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.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 17°C. August is typically the warmest month in San Diego, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in June. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 10°C. The rainiest month is February.
Currently, Delta offers the cheapest flight tickets to San Diego.

Flying from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to San Diego: what you need to know

  • Zurich Airport is located in Zurich. Based in the UTC-7 timezone, San Diego is eight hours behind Zurich.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to make your ZRH to San Diego flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Travelling during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.

  • The journey from central Zurich to ZRH takes around 1 hour 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near ZRH. Whether you're catching an early flight from Zurich Airport to San Diego or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:

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

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

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way Zurich Airport to San Diego flight is R 6,863. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 10,361. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from ZRH to San Diego if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Zurich Airport to San Diego throughout the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.

  • You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you when there's an updated deal for cheap flights from ZRH to San Diego.

  • Save money on your flight from Zurich Airport to San Diego with the help of our filters. Select your ideal duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Airports in San Diego

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • The distance from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to central San Diego is roughly 5 kilometres. It'll take you about 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 20 minutes.

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from Zurich Airport to San Diego, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near SAN:

  • Follow your own route with a San Diego International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Budget and find adventure across San Diego and beyond.

  • Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from San Diego International Airport about two weeks before your flight from ZRH to San Diego.

  • The address for SAN is N Harbour Dr.

McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)

  • The centre of San Diego is around 56 kilometres from McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD). After your flight from Zurich Airport to San Diego has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 40 minutes.

  • The journey will take roughly 2 hours 15 minutes on public transport.

  • There are some comfortable places ready to welcome you near CLD. Unwind and get cosy after your ZRH to San Diego flight at any of these perfectly located options:

  • The quickest way to reach your destination is with a McClellan-Palomar Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Budget, Hertz or Avis and be on your way in a flash.

  • Usually, the earlier you book, the better the prices and selection of vehicles. Reserve your ride from CLD as soon as you've confirmed your plans.

Best time to go to San Diego

  • Carefully consider your dates before securing your flight from Zurich Airport to San Diego. The city buzzes during high season, but prices are generally higher and top attractions can be busy. Go to San Diego in the off-season if you want a quieter vibe.

  • The warmest month in San Diego is August, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your Zurich Airport to San Diego flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.

  • For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ZRH to San Diego in February when temperatures average between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).

More about San Diego

  • Once you've booked your flight from Zurich Airport to San Diego, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these options your base for exploring San Diego:

  • There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. USS Midway Museum, San Diego Zoo and SeaWorld San Diego are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned San Diego itinerary.

Explore more of United States

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

  • Phoenix is another well-known destination in United States and is around 483 kilometres east of San Diego. No journey is complete without experiencing Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park.

Plan the rest of your trip from Zurich to San Diego

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