What is the most punctual flight time for Zurich to San José flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Sunday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Zurich to San José flights?

Over the past year, Edelweiss Air have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 30% of flights being delayed.

How often are flights from Zurich to San José delayed?

About 30% of weekly flights between Zurich and San José have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 102 minutes.

How long is the flight from Zurich to San José?

A quick flight from Zurich to San José can take about 19h 53m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £699. The distance between Zurich and San José is about 5835 mi.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San José ranges from 0.0 - 300.0 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 300.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit San José when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San José, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 18.0 C).

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

The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Zurich to San José are Edelweiss Air (68%), SWISS (68%) and Lufthansa (68%).

Can I find deals for flights from Zurich to San José that include hotel bookings?

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

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00:00-07:00

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Wed 10/2

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San José Juan Santamaria Intl

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00:00-07:00

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00:00-07:00

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11:25-13:22

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San José Juan Santamaria Intl

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13:15-07:40

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11:25-13:00

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San José Juan Santamaria Intl

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Zurich

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07:00-13:22

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San José Juan Santamaria Intl

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14:15-07:40

1 stop34h 25m

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07:00-19:53

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San José Juan Santamaria Intl

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

Booking 18 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Zurich to San José. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to San José (average of £811). Flying from Zurich to San José in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,160). 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.

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

When flying from Zurich to San José, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Zurich to San José?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Zurich to San José flights typically cost between £745 and £951 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £675 on Air Canada (19 Nov–26 Nov).

Related info for your journey

How long is the flight from Zurich to San José?
A quick flight from Zurich to San José can take about 19h 53m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £699. The distance between Zurich and San José is about 5835 mi.
What are the most reliable airlines from Zurich to San José?
The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Zurich to San José are Edelweiss Air (68%), SWISS (68%) and Lufthansa (68%).
Can I find deals for flights from Zurich to San José that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Zurich to San José flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Zurich to San José?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Zurich to San José.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Zurich to San José?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Zurich to San José by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Zurich to San José?
Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to San José (average of £811). Flying from Zurich to San José in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,160). 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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How far ahead should I book a flight from Zurich to San José?

Booking 18 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Zurich to San José. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

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

When flying from Zurich to San José, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Zurich to San José?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Zurich to San José flights typically cost between £745 and £951 in November.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £675 on Air Canada (19 Nov–26 Nov).

How often are flights from Zurich to San José delayed?

About 30% of weekly flights between Zurich and San José have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 102 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Zurich to San José flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Sunday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Zurich to San José flights?

Over the past year, Edelweiss Air have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 30% of flights being delayed.

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Zurich to San José flights typically cost between £745 and £951 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £675 on Air Canada (19 Nov–26 Nov).