Zurich to Oakland (ZRH–OAK) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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5,816 mi airlines charter/private ~1/wk
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 2 hubs
LAS Las Vegas 13h 59m LXWK → EJAWNXE Las Vegas (LAS) to Oakland flights
LAX Los Angeles 14h 55m LX → PXTWN Los Angeles (LAX) to Oakland flights
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Zurich to Oakland
Flown by charter / private operators — no scheduled airline service.
5,816 mi 12h 24m nonstop -9h behind

ZRH–OAK has no scheduled airline service; it is flown by charter / private operators. 1-stop connecting options are also available.

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All flights from Oakland (OAK) Oakland to Zurich flights
Connections

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for ZRH to OAK.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
2
Hubs
~13h
Fastest
~14h
Longest
LAS ~13h 59m LAX ~14h 55m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
406
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
ZRH → OAK
73%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Arriving
73%
Return
OAK → ZRH
90%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
90%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. OAK delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-9h
Oakland is 9 hours behind Zurich.
ZRH: CEST · OAK: PDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Zurich, it's 9:00 AM in Oakland.
Distance & Flight Time
5,816 mi / 9,360 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 12h 24m gate to gate.
Visa & Entry

Switzerland is part of the US Visa Waiver Program. Swiss passport holders need an approved ESTA to enter the US. Apply at esta.cbp.dhs.gov at least 72 hours before departure. The fee is USD 21. ESTA is valid for 2 years or until your passport expires, whichever comes first. It allows multiple entries.

ESTA permits stays up to 90 days per visit. You cannot extend or change your immigration status while on ESTA. If denied, you must apply for a B1/B2 visa at the US Embassy in Bern. At the border, CBP officers may ask about your travel purpose, return ticket, and accommodation. Your passport must be valid for the duration of the stay.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting to ZRH

Direct SBB (Swiss Federal Railways) trains run from Zurich HB (main station) to the airport station in 10 minutes, departing every 10–15 minutes for CHF 6.80 with a standard zone 1–2 ticket. From other Swiss cities, intercity trains call at Zurich Airport station directly; Basel (65 min), Bern (90 min), Geneva (2h45) all have direct connections. The airport station is integrated beneath the terminal.Taxis from Zurich city centre cost CHF 55–75 and take 15–25 minutes via the A1 motorway. Driving is practical; the terminal has a large multi-storey car park (P1/P2/P3) with short- and long-term rates. Rental cars are on-site.

Facts

ZRH–OAK Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Zurich to Oakland route.
Route details
Distance5,816 mi / 9,360 km
Flight time12h 24m
Time difference-9 hours
Airlines (nonstop)Charter / private
Weekly flights~1 out
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: ZRH
Full nameZürich Airport
IATA / ICAOZRH / LSZH
TimezoneEurope/Zurich
Passengers/yr31.2M
Elevation1,417 ft / 432 m
Destination: OAK
Full nameSan Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport
IATA / ICAOOAK / KOAK
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Passengers/yr10.6M
Elevation9 ft / 3 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about ZRH to OAK flights.
Nonstop flights from Zürich Airport to San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport take about 12h 24m gate to gate. The route covers 5,816 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Harry Reid and Los Angeles.
Oakland is 9 hours behind Zurich.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from ZRH to OAK

Zürich Airport (ZRH) and San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport (OAK) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

ZRH to OAK Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from ZRH to OAK is about 12 hours 24 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 5,816 miles (9,360 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Harry Reid and Los Angeles. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.