Cheap flights from Zürich to Los Angeles
Flights overview
Prices shown are for one adult in Economy class flights from Zürich to New York. This includes the cheapest Business class options where available.
Prices reflect the lowest available in the next three months, though they are subject to change and availability.
Last-minute deals apply to the cheapest weekend trips available in the next seven days, with weekend trips being flights departing between Thursday and Saturday and returning on Sunday or Monday.
Flight duration shown is based on nonstop flights or those with the fewest stops available.
Prices reflect the lowest available in the next three months, though they are subject to change and availability.
Last-minute deals apply to the cheapest weekend trips available in the next seven days, with weekend trips being flights departing between Thursday and Saturday and returning on Sunday or Monday.
Flight duration shown is based on nonstop flights or those with the fewest stops available.
Useful information for finding cheap flights from Zürich to Los Angeles and booking your next trip
| Cheapest round-trip flights | CHF 427 | Tap Air Portugal1 stop18 hrThu, Feb 26 — Thu, Mar 12 | The cheapest round-trip flight from Zürich to Los Angeles is currently CHF 427 | |
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| Cheapest one-way flight | CHF 350 | LEVEL, Vueling1 stop30 hrWed, Mar 4 | The cheapest one-way flight from Zürich to Los Angeles is currently CHF 350 | |
| Cheapest nonstop flights | CHF 600 | SWISSNonstop13 hrThu, Jan 15 — Wed, Jan 28 | The cheapest nonstop round-trip flight from Zürich to Los Angeles is currently CHF 600 | |
| Last-minute weekend getaway | CHF 750 | American, British Airways1 stop19 hrFri, Dec 26 — Mon, Dec 29 | The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Zürich to Los Angeles is currently CHF 750 | |
| Cheapest business class flights | CHF 2,402 | LOT1 stop28 hrThu, Feb 5 — Wed, Feb 18 | The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Zürich to Los Angeles is currently CHF 2,402 |
| Fastest flight | 12 hr 25 min | The fastest nonstop flight from Zürich to Los Angeles takes 12 hr 25 min |
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| Nonstop flights | Every day | There are direct flights on this route every day. |
When is the cheapest time to fly?
Typical prices for the least expensive round-trip flights from Zürich to Los Angeles per month. Insights are based on fares observed in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ.
The cheapest month to fly from Zürich to Los Angeles is typically September. The most expensive month to fly is typically July.
| September Cheapest | Typical prices: CHF 440–530 |
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| July Most expensive | Typical prices: CHF 570–670 |
Popular airlines from Zürich to Los Angeles
Popularity is based on the number of weekly nonstop and connecting flights the airline operates. Connecting flights do not include interline routes.
Flight suggestions are based on an airline's cheapest round-trip fares from Zürich to Los Angeles in the next 3 months. Prices include required taxes + fees for one adult. Optional charges and bag fees may apply.
Typical prices are based on fares observed in the past year for one-week round trips with the same origin, destination, and airline.
- SWISSNonstopfrom CHF 593Typical price: CHF 560–9907 weekly nonstop flightsZRH - LAXEvery day
- Americanfrom CHF 489Typical price: CHF 510–90042 weekly connecting flightsZRH - LAXEvery day
- Unitedfrom CHF 575Typical price: CHF 510–75038 weekly connecting flightsZRH - LAXEvery day
- British Airwaysfrom CHF 491Typical price: CHF 520–1,25035 weekly connecting flightsZRH - LAXEvery day
- Air Francefrom CHF 629Typical price: CHF 580–1,05033 weekly connecting flightsZRH - LAXEvery day
- Turkish Airlinesfrom CHF 764Typical price: CHF 770–1,70021 weekly connecting flightsZRH - LAXEvery day
Popular airports near Zürich
Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from Zürich center and popularity with travelers.
- Zurich Airport (ZRH)ZürichSwitzerland16 min9 km
- EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg (BSL)BaselSwitzerland1 hr 10 min79 km
- EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg (MLH)MulhouseFrance1 hr 10 min79 km
- Geneva Airport (GVA)GenevaSwitzerland3 hr 4 min224 km
Popular airports near Los Angeles
Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from Los Angeles center and popularity with travelers.
- Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)Los AngelesUnited States31 min19 km
- Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR)BurbankUnited States26 min19 km
- Tijuana International Airport (TIJ)TijuanaMexico2 hr 28 min205 km
- Ontario International Airport (ONT)OntarioUnited States46 min59 km
Frequently asked questions about flying from Zürich to Los Angeles
The cheapest flights from Zürich to Los Angeles are usually in September. Typical ticket prices in September range from CHF 440 to CHF 530.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Zürich to Los Angeles recently found on Google Flights was with Tap Air Portugal from CHF 427. The cheapest one-way flight was with LEVEL, Vueling from CHF 350.
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
- The cheapest SWISS flight from Zürich to Los Angeles is CHF 593, flying from Feb 5 to Feb 18.
- The cheapest American flight from Zürich to Los Angeles is CHF 489, flying from Jan 15 to Jan 28.
- The cheapest United flight from Zürich to Los Angeles is CHF 575, flying from Jan 22 to Feb 4.
- The cheapest British Airways flight from Zürich to Los Angeles is CHF 491, flying from Jan 15 to Jan 28.
- The cheapest Air France flight from Zürich to Los Angeles is CHF 629, flying from Jan 16 to Jan 29.
- The cheapest Turkish Airlines flight from Zürich to Los Angeles is CHF 764, flying from Jan 22 to Feb 4.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Zürich to Los Angeles starts at CHF 427 from Thu, Feb 26 to Thu, Mar 12. The cheapest one-way flight starts at CHF 350 and departs on Wed, Mar 4.
12 hr 25 min is the shortest flight time from Zürich to Los Angeles.
Los Angeles is a year-round destination. The weather's mostly warm and mild, with hotter temperatures Jul–Oct. Arts and cultural events happen regularly, including film festivals such as LA Film Fest (Jun) and AFI Fest (Nov). In summer, there are free outdoor concerts and film screenings at venues across the city. Other major annual events include the Academy Awards (Feb/Mar) and the LA Marathon (Feb/Mar).
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Zürich to Los Angeles.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.
You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.
You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Zürich to Los Angeles really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Zürich to Los Angeles.
In terms of nonstop flights, SWISS is the most popular. SWISS offers 7 nonstop flights per week. SWISS flies from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
In terms of flights, American is the most popular. American offers 42 connecting flights per week. American flies from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
Other popular airlines flying from Zürich to Los Angeles are:
In terms of nonstop flights, SWISS is the most popular. SWISS offers 7 nonstop flights per week. SWISS flies from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
In terms of flights, American is the most popular. American offers 42 connecting flights per week. American flies from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
Other popular airlines flying from Zürich to Los Angeles are:
- United offers 38 connecting flights per week. United flies from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
- British Airways offers 35 connecting flights per week. British Airways flies from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
- Air France offers 33 connecting flights per week. Air France flies from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
- Turkish Airlines offers 21 connecting flights per week. Turkish Airlines flies from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
The cheapest round-trip flight from Zürich to Los Angeles recently found on Google Flights was with Tap Air Portugal from CHF 427. The cheapest one-way flight was with LEVEL, Vueling from CHF 350.
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
- The cheapest SWISS flight from Zürich to Los Angeles is CHF 593, flying from Feb 5 to Feb 18.
- The cheapest American flight from Zürich to Los Angeles is CHF 489, flying from Jan 15 to Jan 28.
- The cheapest United flight from Zürich to Los Angeles is CHF 575, flying from Jan 22 to Feb 4.
- The cheapest British Airways flight from Zürich to Los Angeles is CHF 491, flying from Jan 15 to Jan 28.
- The cheapest Air France flight from Zürich to Los Angeles is CHF 629, flying from Jan 16 to Jan 29.
- The cheapest Turkish Airlines flight from Zürich to Los Angeles is CHF 764, flying from Jan 22 to Feb 4.
SWISS flies direct from Zürich to Los Angeles.
- There are 7 SWISS direct flights from Zürich to Los Angeles per week. Flights are available every day.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Zürich and Los Angeles at price CHF 750 is offered by American, British Airways from Fri, Dec 26 to Mon, Dec 29.
SWISS flies direct from Zürich to Los Angeles.
- There are 7 SWISS direct flights from Zürich to Los Angeles per week. Flights are available every day.
There are direct flights from Zürich to Los Angeles on a daily basis.
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Zürich and Los Angeles start at CHF 600 from Thu, Jan 15 to Wed, Jan 28 with SWISS.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Zürich to Los Angeles, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Zürich and Los Angeles start at CHF 2,402 from Thu, Feb 5 to Wed, Feb 18 with LOT.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Zürich and Los Angeles start at CHF 427 from Thu, Feb 26 to Thu, Mar 12.
To book business class trips from Zürich to Los Angeles, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.
You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Zürich and Los Angeles starts at CHF 750 from Fri, Dec 26 to Mon, Dec 29 with American, British Airways.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Zürich and Los Angeles at price CHF 750 is offered by American, British Airways from Fri, Dec 26 to Mon, Dec 29.
To find last-minute flight deals from Zürich to Los Angeles, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.
You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.
You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.
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