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Flights from Zurich to Los Angeles

Nonstop flights from Zurich (ZRH) to Los Angeles (LAX) take about 12h 25m (9,535 km). SWISS flies it. Lowest fare seen: $934 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Los Angeles

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Airport transfer

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Airlines flying Zurich to Los Angeles

Carriers on ZRH–LAX according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ SWISSnonstop fare seen

Zurich to Los Angeles fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Jan 2027, from $934 one-way. With stops: May 2027, from $430. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026—$653 · 2 stops29 Oct 2026
Nov 2026$97626 Nov 2026 · SWISS$569 · 2 stops26 Nov 2026
Dec 2026$9764 Dec 2026 · SWISS$516 · 2 stops4 Dec 2026
Jan 2027$93415 Jan 2027 · SWISS$435 · 1 stop15 Jan 2027
May 2027$9423 May 2027 · SWISS$430 · 1 stop15 May 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Later departures were cheaper: from $430 in May 2027, against $569 for November 2026.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 4 of 4 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Zurich to Los Angeles, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Los Angeles

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USA is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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Frequently asked questions — Zurich to Los Angeles flights

How long is the flight from Zurich to Los Angeles?
A nonstop flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Los Angeles (LAX) takes about 12h 25m, covering 9,535 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Zurich from Los Angeles by air?
The great-circle distance between Zürich Airport and Los Angeles International Airport is 9,535 km (5,925 miles), a ultra long-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Zurich to Los Angeles?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the ZRH–LAX route include SWISS. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Zurich to Los Angeles cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on ZRH–LAX was $934 USD with SWISS (nonstop), departing 15 Jan 2027, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Los Angeles?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in May 2027 were cheapest, from $430 one-way, against $653 for October 2026, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Zurich to Los Angeles?
In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $430 with one stop against $934 nonstop, a saving of $504. Nonstop saves the connection time.
Do I need a visa to travel from Zurich to USA?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter USA visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.
What is the best time to visit Los Angeles?
USA is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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