Statistics on Los Angeles -Zurich flights: what is the right price and when to buy your plane ticket?
Best time to go: what is the RIGHT price for a round-trip flight to Zurich (from: Los Angeles )
The average price to go to Zurich from Los Angeles airport is $ 1164 (round trip). However, there are variations depending on the departure month. Thus, it is possible to pay for your plane ticket on average between $ 864 (in february) and $ 1618 (in june), which is a saving of $ 301 or a surplus of $ 455 (compared to the average price) depending on the period you leave.
The analysis of all prices reveals that the most frequent price is between $678 to $730 and it is generally more economical to leave on a wednesday and return on a wednesday on a flight with 1 or more layovers.
Be careful, the cheapest months may correspond to unfavorable weather periods . Check out our page best time to go to Zurich before booking your flight.
If you want to know when to book your flight at the best price, go straight to the second part of this page: When to buy your Los Angeles -Zurich plane ticket.
How are these data calculated?
We have studied a sample of 60008 airfare prices from previous years for flights to Zurich from Los Angeles and can thus establish precise and credible price variation trends based on different parameters. Of course, prices can vary from year to year, but the seasonal aspect of this data (recurrence of school holidays, events... from year to year) makes these statistics quite reliable.
Average price depending on the departure month
Data analysis:
By leaving in february, the price of the plane ticket will statistically be the cheapest ($ 864, saving $ 301 compared to the average price over the year which is $ 1164). Conversely, june will be the most expensive ($ 1618).
Flight Los Angeles -Zurich: when is the best time to go for the best price?
| Month | Good price* | Average price | Our opinion |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | $ 678 | $ 909 | good price |
| February | $ 651 | $ 864 the cheapest | very good price |
| March | $ 745 | $ 955 | good price |
| April | $ 861 | $ 1077 | good price |
| May | $ 1001 | $ 1317 | fair price |
| June | $ 1324 | $ 1618 the most expensive | very high price |
| July | $ 1310 | $ 1612 | high price |
| August | $ 1072 | $ 1332 | fair price |
| September | $ 885 | $ 1144 | fair price |
| October | $ 814 | $ 1023 | good price |
| November | $ 713 | $ 926 | good price |
| December | $ 875 | $ 1181 | fair price |
*great price to buy your plane ticket: if you see this price or cheaper during your flight search, go for it and buy it!
Price breakdown to travel from Los Angeles to Zurich
Data analysis:
The prices for flights from Los Angeles to Zurich range from $468 to $1928. 1% of tickets were purchased at the minimum price (from $469 to $521), 1% at the maximum price (from $1876 to $1928). The majority of plane tickets were purchased in the range of $782 to $834 (6% of tickets).
Cheapest airlines for the Los Angeles ->Zurich flight
There are 8 companies that serve Los Angeles from Zurich airport: Swiss, United, Turkish Airlines, SAS, norse atlantic airways (uk), Level, Vueling Airlines and Condor.
Data analysis:
Of the 60008 flights analyzed in previous years, Swiss was the airline that offered the best fare most often in the flight ticket search results (54% of the time) on the Los Angeles ->Zurich route.
Direct flight or flight with layover?
Data analysis:
To get the best price for the Los Angeles -Zurich flight, you should take a flight with one or more layovers (you will save an average of $ 477 compared to a direct flight).
Which day of the week to leave?
Data analysis:
Statistically, Los Angeles -Zurich flights departing on a wednesday are cheaper than on other days of the week. By choosing a wednesday as your departure date, you can save an average of $158. On the other hand, departing on a saturday may cost you an additional $128.
Which day of the week to come back?
Data analysis:
Statistically, return flights from Zurich to Los Angeles departing on a wednesday are cheaper than on other days of the week. By choosing a wednesday for your return date, you will save an average of $156. Conversely, departing from Zurich on a saturday may cost you an additional $161.
Top prices Los Angeles -Zurich
| Round trip | Dates | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles → Zurich | 19-01 to 27-01-2025 | $ 644 | layover flight with Autres compagnies |
| Los Angeles → Zurich | 21-01 to 29-01-2025 | $ 631 | layover flight with Autres compagnies |
| Los Angeles → Zurich | 06-02 to 12-02-2025 | $ 577 | layover flight with Autres compagnies |
| Los Angeles → Zurich | 18-02 to 26-02-2025 | $ 642 | layover flight with Autres compagnies |
| Los Angeles → Zurich | 23-02 to 27-02-2025 | $ 572 | layover flight with Autres compagnies |
| Los Angeles → Zurich | 03-03 to 10-03-2025 | $ 645 | layover flight with Turkish Airlines |
| Los Angeles → Zurich | 04-03 to 31-03-2025 | $ 585 | layover flight with Autres compagnies |
| Los Angeles → Zurich | 20-03 to 27-03-2025 | $ 650 | layover flight with Autres compagnies |
| Los Angeles → Zurich | 25-03 to 30-03-2025 | $ 630 | layover flight with Autres compagnies |
| Los Angeles → Zurich | 10-04 to 24-04-2025 | $ 684 | layover flight with Autres compagnies |
When to book your flight Los Angeles - Zurich to get the cheapest price?
Statistically, you will make the biggest savings by buying your plane ticket between 8 to 9 months in advance. However, you may end up paying a high price if you book between 0 to 1 month in advance.
Did you know: the price of plane tickets not only varies depending on how far in advance you book, but also on the day of the week you book! So, to maximize your chances of getting the best price for a Los Angeles -Zurich flight, it is recommended to book your ticket on a monday.
How far in advance should I buy my flight?
Data analysis:
To get the cheapest flight ticket from Los Angeles to Zurich, it is recommended to buy it 8 to 9 months before departure (it is then on average 1082 $, which is a saving of 82 $ compared to the overall average price). On the other hand, if you buy your ticket 0 to 1 month in advance, you will pay the full price (333 $ more than the average price).
Depending on the departure month
The best time to buy your Los Angeles to Zurich flight ticket may vary depending on your departure month. Therefore, we offer you statistics on when to book your flight month by month.
| Departure on... | How far in advance should I book? |
|---|---|
| January | Best time: 4 to 5 months before departure (average price: 781 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 881), 2 to 3 months ($ 784), 3 to 4 months ($ 869), 5 to 6 months ($ 791), 6 to 7 months ($ 801), 7 to 8 months ($ 813), 8 to 9 months ($ 817), 9 to 10 months ($ 893) |
| February | Best time: 3 to 4 months before departure (average price: 688 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 720), 4 to 5 months ($ 794), 5 to 6 months ($ 800), 6 to 7 months ($ 763), 7 to 8 months ($ 796), 8 to 9 months ($ 792), 9 to 10 months ($ 841), 10 to 11 months ($ 840) |
| March | Best time: 6 to 7 months before departure (average price: 879 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 919), 2 to 3 months ($ 920), 4 to 5 months ($ 909), 5 to 6 months ($ 892), 8 to 9 months ($ 924), 9 to 10 months ($ 904) |
| April | Best time: 2 to 3 months before departure (average price: 979 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1003), 3 to 4 months ($ 983), 4 to 5 months ($ 1076), 5 to 6 months ($ 1065), 7 to 8 months ($ 1057), 8 to 9 months ($ 992), 9 to 10 months ($ 1039) |
| May | Best time: 3 to 4 months before departure (average price: 1151 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1298), 2 to 3 months ($ 1243), 4 to 5 months ($ 1198), 8 to 9 months ($ 1200), 9 to 10 months ($ 1228) |
| June | Best time: 4 to 5 months before departure (average price: 1475 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1549), 3 to 4 months ($ 1527), 5 to 6 months ($ 1494), 9 to 10 months ($ 1593), 10 to 11 months ($ 1540) |
| July | Best time: 6 to 7 months before departure (average price: 1466 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 1583), 4 to 5 months ($ 1558), 5 to 6 months ($ 1505), 7 to 8 months ($ 1482), 8 to 9 months ($ 1507), 9 to 10 months ($ 1501), 11 to 12 months ($ 1591) |
| August | Best time: 9 to 10 months before departure (average price: 1197 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1252), 2 to 3 months ($ 1289), 3 to 4 months ($ 1280), 4 to 5 months ($ 1303), 5 to 6 months ($ 1288), 8 to 9 months ($ 1249), 10 to 11 months ($ 1326) |
| September | Best time: 8 to 9 months before departure (average price: 952 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1093), 2 to 3 months ($ 1112), 5 to 6 months ($ 1101), 6 to 7 months ($ 1093), 7 to 8 months ($ 1074), 9 to 10 months ($ 984), 10 to 11 months ($ 1023), 11 to 12 months ($ 1114) |
| October | Best time: 9 to 10 months before departure (average price: 880 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 970), 2 to 3 months ($ 1008), 3 to 4 months ($ 992), 4 to 5 months ($ 924), 5 to 6 months ($ 975), 6 to 7 months ($ 949), 7 to 8 months ($ 968), 8 to 9 months ($ 942), 10 to 11 months ($ 953) |
| November | Best time: 5 to 6 months before departure (average price: 810 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 915), 3 to 4 months ($ 876), 4 to 5 months ($ 867), 6 to 7 months ($ 863), 7 to 8 months ($ 840), 8 to 9 months ($ 878), 9 to 10 months ($ 877), 10 to 11 months ($ 862) |
| December | Best time: 6 to 7 months before departure (average price: 1045 $) Other interesting period(s): 3 to 4 months ($ 1163), 4 to 5 months ($ 1061), 5 to 6 months ($ 1058), 7 to 8 months ($ 1078), 8 to 9 months ($ 1149), 9 to 10 months ($ 1105) |
What day of the week should I book my flight ticket?
Data analysis:
Statistically, monday is the day when plane tickets for Los Angeles ->Zurich are the cheapest. So, by buying your plane ticket on a monday, you will save $10. Conversely, by buying it on a friday, you may end up paying $12 more.
Los Angeles to Zurich: flight price when booking today
Information: this data is not statistics but comes from real prices collected less than 7 days ago. Some months may not be available as we do not have enough data for them.
| Month | Current price | Our opinion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 2024 | $ 3708 $3708 to $3708 | very high price | Find a flight |
| December 2024 | $ 1674 $694 to $3368 | very high price | Find a flight |
| January 2025 | $ 971 $481 to $2286 | high price | Find a flight |
| February 2025 | $ 904 $481 to $1805 | high price | Find a flight |
| March 2025 | $ 862 $492 to $1803 | very good price | Find a flight |
| April 2025 | $ 1073 $672 to $1640 | fair price | Find a flight |
| May 2025 | $ 1063 $746 to $2628 | very good price | Find a flight |
| June 2025 | $ 1966 $917 to $3510 | high price | Find a flight |
| July 2025 | $ 1829 $1373 to $2980 | high price | Find a flight |
| August 2025 | $ 1408 $1109 to $1725 | high price | Find a flight |
| September 2025 | $ 1225 $800 to $1381 | high price | Find a flight |
| October 2025 | $ 1115 $800 to $1368 | high price | Find a flight |
Data analysis:
Compared to the average price, march and may are cheaper to travel to Zurich. So it may be interesting to book now to leave during these months!