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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Zurich Airport to Los Angeles International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $973. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Los Angeles.$912 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Nov, returning Sat, 21 Nov.Return flight with LOT.Outbound indirect flight with LOT, departs from Zurich on Mon, 16 Nov, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with LOT, departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 21 Nov, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $912, select.

Los Angeles.$914 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Feb, returning Fri, 19 Feb.Return flight with LOT.Outbound indirect flight with LOT, departs from Zurich on Sat, 6 Feb, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with LOT, departs from Los Angeles International on Fri, 19 Feb, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $914, select.

Los Angeles.$915 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec, returning Tue, 8 Dec.Return flight with LOT.Outbound indirect flight with LOT, departs from Zurich on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with LOT, departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 8 Dec, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $915, select.

Los Angeles.$915 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Feb, returning Tue, 9 Mar.Return flight with LOT.Outbound indirect flight with LOT, departs from Zurich on Tue, 23 Feb, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with LOT, departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 9 Mar, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $915, select.

Los Angeles.$915 per passenger.Departing Fri, 13 Nov, returning Wed, 2 Dec.Return flight with LOT.Outbound indirect flight with LOT, departs from Zurich on Fri, 13 Nov, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with LOT, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $915, select.

Los Angeles.$915 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Mar, returning Tue, 16 Mar.Return flight with LOT.Outbound indirect flight with LOT, departs from Zurich on Tue, 2 Mar, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with LOT, departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 16 Mar, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $915, select.

Los Angeles.$916 per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 Oct, returning Fri, 6 Nov.Return flight with LOT.Outbound indirect flight with LOT, departs from Zurich on Fri, 23 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with LOT, departs from Los Angeles International on Fri, 6 Nov, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $916, select.

Los Angeles.$967 per passenger.Departing Thu, 14 Jan, returning Thu, 4 Feb.Return flight with Aer Lingus.Outbound indirect flight with Aer Lingus, departs from Zurich on Thu, 14 Jan, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Aer Lingus, departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 4 Feb, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $967, select.

Los Angeles.$967 per passenger.Departing Fri, 15 Jan, returning Thu, 21 Jan.Return flight with Aer Lingus.Outbound indirect flight with Aer Lingus, departs from Zurich on Fri, 15 Jan, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Aer Lingus, departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 21 Jan, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $967, select.

Los Angeles.$973 per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 Oct, returning Sun, 25 Oct.Return flight with Aer Lingus.Outbound indirect flight with Aer Lingus, departs from Zurich on Wed, 21 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Aer Lingus, departs from Los Angeles International on Sun, 25 Oct, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $973, select.

Los Angeles.$973 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Mar, returning Mon, 5 Apr.Return flight with LOT.Outbound indirect flight with LOT, departs from Zurich on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with LOT, departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 5 Apr, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $973, select.

Los Angeles.$975 per passenger.Departing Fri, 9 Apr, returning Sat, 17 Apr.Return flight with Aer Lingus.Outbound indirect flight with Aer Lingus, departs from Zurich on Fri, 9 Apr, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Aer Lingus, departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 17 Apr, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $975, select.

Los Angeles.$977 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Dec, returning Thu, 7 Jan.Return flight with Aer Lingus.Outbound indirect flight with Aer Lingus, departs from Zurich on Wed, 16 Dec, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Aer Lingus, departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 7 Jan, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $977, select.

Los Angeles.$978 per passenger.Departing Mon, 25 Jan, returning Sat, 6 Mar.Return flight with Aer Lingus.Outbound indirect flight with Aer Lingus, departs from Zurich on Mon, 25 Jan, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Aer Lingus, departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 6 Mar, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $978, select.

Los Angeles.$1,013 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 May, returning Sat, 8 May.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Zurich on Sat, 1 May, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 8 May, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,013, select.

Los Angeles.$1,016 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 Apr, returning Tue, 4 May.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Zurich on Sat, 24 Apr, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 4 May, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,016, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Los Angeles International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Zurich to Los Angeles International flights are currently cheapest in November.

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Direct flights from Zurich to Los Angeles International

Zurich to Los Angeles International: Alternative routes

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

Zurich to Los Angeles: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$912
Cheapest month to fly	November
Average flight time	12 hrs, 24 mins
Most popular airline	SWISS
Average flights per week	15

Finding cheap flights from Zurich to Los Angeles International: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Zurich to Los Angeles International?

The best price we found for a return flight from Zurich to Los Angeles International is $912. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Zurich to Los Angeles International?

12 hours and 24 minutes is the average flight time from Zurich to Los Angeles International.

Which airlines fly direct from Zurich to Los Angeles International?

SWISS and United fly direct from Zurich to Los Angeles International.

How many flights are there a week from Zurich to Los Angeles International?

As of September 2026, there are 15 flights per week flying from Zurich to Los Angeles International.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Zurich to Los Angeles International?

The cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Los Angeles International is usually November.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Zurich Airport to Los Angeles International Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Zurich Airport to Los Angeles International Airport on Monday, 16 November 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Los Angeles International Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 12 hours and 24 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Los Angeles International?

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 Los Angeles 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.

When is the best time to book flights to Los Angeles?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Los Angeles is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Zurich Airport to Los Angeles International with?

Currently, LOT and SWISS offer the cheapest flight tickets to Los Angeles International.

Travelling from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know

Around 12 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Los Angeles International Airport.
Los Angeles's timezone is UTC-8, which makes Los Angeles nine hours behind Zurich.
Choose from seven weekly Zurich Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flights. The 13:05 departure with SWISS is the earliest available. SWISS operates the last service of the day at 13:10.
To ensure you get on your ZRH to LAX flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
SWISS is your gateway to exploring Los Angeles (and perhaps some other exciting corners of the United States!). Browse the direct flights from Zurich Airport to Los Angeles International Airport offered by this popular airline.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is SWISS.
With 72.88% of its services landing as planned, SWISS is the most punctual carrier operating ZRH to LAX flights.

How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

$585 is currently the best price for a one-way Zurich Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight. Return flights start from $912. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
Book one month before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from ZRH to LAX.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Zurich Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across each month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from ZRH to LAX by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Choose your ideal 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 Los Angeles International Airport.

Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)

Of all flights leaving Zurich Airport, 76% land on schedule at their destination.
To get to Zurich Airport from central Zurich, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 10 minutes.
Have an early flight from Zurich Airport to Los Angeles International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to ZRH:

Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

Consider booking a hotel close to LAX if you're catching a late Zurich Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and explore beyond Los Angeles's main sights.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Los Angeles International Airport around one week before your trip.

When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

The quietest month for a flight from Zurich Airport to Los Angeles International Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Los Angeles based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Zurich Airport to Los Angeles International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from ZRH to LAX in February if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) on average.

Explore more of the United States

San Diego is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Los Angeles. Around 177 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.
San Jose is another standout destination in the United States and is around 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. No trip is complete without visiting Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.