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Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to Zurich (ZRH) from $547

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SJO — ZRH
Jun 11 — Jun 181
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The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Zurich are usually found in February or January, booked 5 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San José to Zurich

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San José (SJO) to Zurich (ZRH). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 6, 2024.

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$990

Round-trip from

$643
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San José, San José Province to Zurich?

Travelers have found that booking a Wednesday departure is the best way to save up to 28% on the cost of booking your flights compared to booking on days of the week where this route is of high demand.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San José, San José Province to Zurich?

Flights from San José, San José Province to Zurich lean towards being more expensive in July. Prices are generally better when you fly from San José, San José Province to Zurich in February, with the cheapest ticket starting at $594.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SJO to ZRH?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San José, San José Province to Zurich is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 31% on airfare.

Cheap San José to Zurich flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from San José to Zurich specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Prices were last updated on June 6, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Zurich in 2024 at this time. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Wed 7/177:00 pmSJO - ZRH
1 stop18h 15mAir France
Sat 8/317:45 amZRH - SJO
1 stop17h 10mAir France
Deal found 6/5$752
Wed 7/177:00 pmSJO - ZRH
2 stops19h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/317:45 amZRH - SJO
1 stop17h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$776
Wed 7/177:00 pmSJO - ZRH
2 stops19h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/317:45 amZRH - SJO
1 stop17h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$777
Wed 6/197:00 pmSJO - ZRH
1 stop15h 05mAir France
Fri 8/307:45 amZRH - SJO
1 stop17h 10mAir France
Deal found 6/5$798
Wed 7/177:00 pmSJO - ZRH
2 stops19h 25mKLM
Sat 8/312:20 pmZRH - SJO
2 stops29h 23mKLM
Deal found 6/5$805
Wed 6/197:00 pmSJO - ZRH
1 stop18h 15mAir France
Fri 8/307:45 amZRH - SJO
1 stop17h 10mAir France
Deal found 6/6$836
Wed 6/192:40 pmSJO - ZRH
1 stop13h 00mSWISS
Fri 8/309:05 amZRH - SJO
Nonstop12h 10mSWISS
Deal found 6/5$846
Fri 6/77:15 amSJO - ZRH
1 stop20h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/149:05 amZRH - SJO
Nonstop12h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$897
Fri 6/77:15 amSJO - ZRH
1 stop20h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/1412:40 pmZRH - SJO
2 stops40h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$902

San José to Zurich 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between San José and Zurich in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Zurich in 2024 at this time. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Fri 10/119:45 amSJO - ZRH
1 stop16h 35mAir Canada
Fri 10/2512:40 pmZRH - SJO
1 stop15h 20mAir Canada
Deal found 6/5$652
Tue 10/159:45 amSJO - ZRH
1 stop16h 35mAir Canada
Tue 1/1412:45 pmZRH - SJO
2 stops39h 15mAir Canada
Deal found 6/5$657
Fri 11/810:10 amSJO - ZRH
2 stops41h 15mAir Canada
Fri 11/291:25 pmZRH - SJO
2 stops38h 55mAir Canada
Deal found 6/6$658
Fri 11/2210:10 amSJO - ZRH
2 stops23h 35mAir Canada
Mon 12/212:45 pmZRH - SJO
2 stops39h 15mAir Canada
Deal found 6/5$669
Tue 11/128:55 amSJO - ZRH
2 stops38h 20mAir Canada
Tue 11/261:05 pmZRH - SJO
2 stops29h 20mAir Canada
Deal found 6/5$679
Sat 11/92:00 pmSJO - ZRH
1 stop14h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/1712:45 pmZRH - SJO
2 stops39h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$692
Tue 11/128:55 amSJO - ZRH
1 stop18h 30mAir Canada
Tue 11/263:30 pmZRH - SJO
2 stops36h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 6/5$695
Thu 11/78:55 amSJO - ZRH
2 stops38h 20mAir Canada
Sat 11/163:30 pmZRH - SJO
2 stops36h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 6/6$696
Tue 10/159:45 amSJO - ZRH
1 stop16h 35mAir Canada
Tue 1/1412:45 pmZRH - SJO
1 stop15h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 6/6$704

San José to Zurich flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from San José to Zurich for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
Users seeking a last-minute flight from San José to Zurich should consider booking one of these fares. Users should be sure to double check the price, date, and time of their last-minute flight.
Fri 6/142:50 pmSJO - ZRH
Nonstop11h 10mSWISS
Fri 6/219:05 amZRH - SJO
Nonstop12h 10mSWISS
Deal found 6/5$974
Fri 6/142:50 pmSJO - ZRH
Nonstop11h 10mSWISS
Wed 6/269:00 amZRH - SJO
Nonstop12h 10mSWISS
Deal found 6/6$1,014
Fri 6/142:50 pmSJO - ZRH
Nonstop11h 10mSWISS
Wed 6/269:00 amZRH - SJO
Nonstop12h 10mSWISS
Deal found 6/5$1,080
Sat 6/157:00 pmSJO - ZRH
1 stop34h 45mAir France
Mon 7/16:55 pmZRH - SJO
1 stop30h 00mAir France
Deal found 6/6$1,121
Thu 6/137:00 amSJO - ZRH
2 stops17h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/227:45 amZRH - SJO
1 stop17h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,188
Thu 6/134:15 pmSJO - ZRH
1 stop22h 05mIberia
Sat 6/227:30 amZRH - SJO
1 stop14h 55mIberia
Deal found 6/5$1,210
Thu 6/137:25 pmSJO - ZRH
2 stops18h 30mLufthansa
Sat 6/227:15 amZRH - SJO
2 stops18h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 6/5$1,311
Sat 6/157:00 pmSJO - ZRH
1 stop31h 25mAir France
Mon 7/16:55 pmZRH - SJO
2 stops32h 26mAir France
Deal found 6/6$1,341
Fri 6/142:50 pmSJO - ZRH
Nonstop11h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/268:15 pmZRH - SJO
2 stops29h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,346

One-way flights to Zurich from San José

Search for one-way flight options from San José to Zurich. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
Users traveling one-way from San José to Zurich can select one of these great deals. Users can also find round-trip San José to Zurich flights by using the search form above.
Mon 10/712:27 pmSJO - ZRH
2 stops20h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4$547
Sun 10/277:10 pmSJO - ZRH
2 stops20h 15mKLM
Deal found 6/5$566
Mon 10/77:00 pmSJO - ZRH
1 stop15h 05mAir France
Deal found 6/4$570
Thu 10/177:00 pmSJO - ZRH
2 stops19h 25mKLM
Deal found 6/5$590
Fri 11/228:10 pmSJO - ZRH
2 stops19h 15mKLM
Deal found 6/5$591
Wed 10/309:35 amSJO - ZRH
3 stops19h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$593
Wed 6/2610:25 amSJO - ZRH
3 stops27h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/5$598
Mon 11/2510:25 amSJO - ZRH
2 stops39h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4$605
Sun 11/248:10 pmSJO - ZRH
1 stop19h 00mAir France
Deal found 6/5$609

Find flights from San José to Zurich within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San José to Zurich that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.

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San José Juan Santamaria IntlZurich

SJO - ZRH

SJOZRH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 10/11

1 stop16h 35m

Zurich

Fri 10/25

1 stop15h 20m

$652

San José Juan Santamaria IntlZurich

SJO - ZRH

SJOZRH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 10/15

1 stop16h 35m

Zurich

Tue 1/14

2 stops39h 15m

$657

San José Juan Santamaria IntlZurich

SJO - ZRH

SJOZRH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 11/9

1 stop14h 40m

Zurich

Sun 11/17

2 stops39h 15m

$692

San José Juan Santamaria IntlZurich

SJO - ZRH

SJOZRH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 8/26

1 stop14h 51m

Zurich

Mon 9/16

2 stops25h 58m

$719

San José Juan Santamaria IntlZurich

SJO - ZRH

SJOZRH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 9/20

Nonstop11h 10m

Zurich

Wed 10/2

Nonstop12h 10m

$751

San José Juan Santamaria IntlZurich

SJO - ZRH

SJOZRH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 7/17

1 stop18h 15m

Zurich

Sat 8/31

1 stop17h 10m

$752

San José Juan Santamaria IntlZurich

SJO - ZRH

SJOZRH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 7/17

2 stops19h 25m

Zurich

Sat 8/31

2 stops29h 23m

$805

San José Juan Santamaria IntlZurich

SJO - ZRH

SJOZRH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/19

1 stop15h 55m

Zurich

Tue 10/1

1 stop14h 15m

$936

San José Juan Santamaria IntlZurich

SJO - ZRH

SJOZRH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 10/16

2 stops18h 39m

Zurich

Tue 11/12

2 stops17h 51m

$941

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How far ahead should I book a flight from San José, San José Province to Zurich?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San José to Zurich. Price data was last updated on May 31, 2024.
The best time to book flights from San José, San José Province to Zurich is 5 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
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What is the cheapest day to fly from San José, San José Province to Zurich?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San José to Zurich. Price data was last updated on June 2, 2024.
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Best time to book a flight from San José to Zurich

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Temperature and rainfall in Zurich by month

Plan your trip to Zurich by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

ZRH

Temperature

32 - 66.2 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Zurich, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 66.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 32.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Zurich

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Zurich. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Zurich. Reviews last updated June 6, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San José to Zurich, such as Air Canada, SWISS and Air France. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

I was given an exit seat. Arrived a few minutes early

Delta
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

I was given an exit seat. Arrived a few minutes early

KLM
7.9
Good
1,489 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

I was given an exit seat. Arrived a few minutes early

SWISS
7.8
Good
1,930 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

I was given an exit seat. Arrived a few minutes early

Aeromexico
7.6
Good
2,447 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

I was given an exit seat. Arrived a few minutes early

Air France
7.5
Good
1,720 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

I was given an exit seat. Arrived a few minutes early

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from San José, San José Province to Zurich for under $700 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San José, San José Province to Zurich for under $700. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Air Canada for just $652, but on average you can expect to pay $701.

  • Are there nonstop flights from San José, San José Province to Zurich for under $800 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from San José, San José Province to Zurich under $800. A good price for a nonstop flight from San José, San José Province to Zurich is less than $963.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from San José, San José Province to Zurich for under $1,000?

    There are currently 15+ open flights from San José, San José Province to Zurich within the next 7 days for less than $1,000.

  • How popular is this San José, San José Province to Zurich flight route?

    Within the past month, 23 users have taken a look at flights from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Zurich.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San José, San José Province to Zurich round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San José, San José Province to Zurich round-trip from $652. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $719, and SWISS, from $751. Air Canada is currently priced 24% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San José, San José Province to Zurich one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $566 on KLM. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air France from $570 and Turkish Airlines from $598 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San José, San José Province to Zurich?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from San José, San José Province to Zurich are Edelweiss Air (83%), SWISS (83%) and Lufthansa (83%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San José, San José Province to Zurich?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $490. While the most popular route (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Zurich) can be booked for $685 on average our data indicates $2,104 when flying from San José, San José Province to Zurich.

  • What does SJO to ZRH mean?

    San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport is SJO and Zurich Airport is ZRH. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San José to Zurich that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San José to Zurich flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

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    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San José to Zurich flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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    Yes. In addition to deals on San José to Zurich flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San José to Zurich.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San José to Zurich?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José to Zurich by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San José to Zurich that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San José to Zurich offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from San José to Zurich?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San José to Zurich flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the San José, San José Province to Zurich flight deals updated?

    The San José, San José Province to Zurich flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/6.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from San José, San José Province to Zurich?

    Consider Air Canada, Air France or Iberia when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from San José, San José Province to Zurich.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San José, San José Province to Zurich?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Zurich (average of $643). Flying from San José, San José Province to Zurich in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,333). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from San José to Zurich. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
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United AirlinesCheapest$594Average$720FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air CanadaCheapest$651Average$709FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Air FranceCheapest$658Average$1,026FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
SWISSCheapest$703Average$997FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
IberiaCheapest$779Average$1,150FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LufthansaCheapest$820Average$1,166FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Air EuropaCheapest$821Average$968FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
KLMCheapest$859Average$1,045FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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