How many flights depart from Cape Town to Zurich on average per week?

As of November 2025, there are 6 flights per week flying from Cape Town to Zurich. The most common day of the week flights depart is Wed, with 33% of flights taking off on this day.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Cape Town to Zurich flights?

According to our data, SWISS have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 10% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Cape Town to Zurich?

Flights via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) offer the lowest average return price of R10 250.

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Cape Town and Zurich?

Istanbul (IST) was the most common stop: 36% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

What is the most punctual flight time for Cape Town to Zurich flights?

Generally, flights departing in the evening tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the morning have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

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

Thursday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Sunday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Cape Town to Zurich?

Paris (CDG) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 1h 18m.

How often are flights from Cape Town to Zurich delayed?

Historically, on average around 10% of flights between Cape Town and Zurich have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 121 minutes.

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Cape Town to Zurich?

Flights connecting via Paris (CDG) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 14h 15m.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Cape Town Intl to Zurich?

Qatar Airways, Emirates, and Turkish Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Cape Town Intl to Zurich

Which airlines fly to Zurich?

Emirates, Ethiopian Air and Qatar Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Zurich from Cape Town according to our data. Emirates is the first choice among our users, with 38% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Zurich. Keep in mind that there are 11 different airlines that fly to Zurich on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Zurich Airport?

Prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Zurich Airport refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Zurich Airport?

The number of operators available for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Zurich Airport is 11 as of November 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Cape Town Intl Airport to Zurich Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Cape Town Intl Airport to Zurich Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Zurich Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Zurich Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Zurich Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Zurich?

In general, May is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Zurich. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around R11 945. The month of February is another great option to travel to Zurich, with average flight prices from Cape Town averaging around R12 031.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Zurich?

The cheapest day to depart from Cape Town to Zurich is on a Sunday. Travellers who choose to depart for Zurich on a Sunday will often find tickets for as low as R11 461. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Thursday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Zurich on Thursday is R13 519.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Zurich?

Flying to Zurich from Cape Town in the evening is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as R11 985 when looking at flights departing in the evening. At midday is when there is more demand to fly to Zurich, so prices are often more expensive at around R13 340 per ticket.

What is the cheapest Cape Town Intl to Zurich flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Zurich?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Zurich from Cape Town when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Zurich for around R13 822 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Zurich from Cape Town for as low as R12 219 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Cape Town Intl to Zurich flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Cape Town Intl to Zurich flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Cape Town to Zurich flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2025, prices for Cape Town to Zurich flights are approximately 2% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The best one-way flight to Zurich from Cape Town in the past 72 hours is R6 568. The best return flight deal from Cape Town to Zurich found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R11 643.

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How far is Cape Town Intl to Zurich by plane?
There are 9087,7 km between Cape Town Intl and Zurich. By plane, this route typically takes 11h 10m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Zurich Airport?
Prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Zurich Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Zurich Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Zurich Airport is 11 as of November 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Cape Town Intl Airport to Zurich Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Cape Town Intl Airport to Zurich Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Zurich Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Zurich Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Zurich Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Cape Town to Zurich?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Cape Town to Zurich is Boeing 777-300ER (25,04% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (23,63%), Boeing 787 Dreamliner (11,19%), and Boeing 777-200/200ER (10,09%).
What is the most popular airline from Cape Town to Zurich?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Cape Town and Zurich, the leading airline is Emirates, making up 24% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Ethiopian Air with 15%, Qatar Airways with 13%, and SWISS with 12%.

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Condor	PriceFrom R9 580	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,4 389 reviews	Search Condor flights
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Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R10 908	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 661 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
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SWISS Flights From Cape Town to Zurich
SWISS is one of the most popular airlines flying from Cape Town to Zurich, operating 4 flights/week on average for this route. A good SWISS flight deal for Cape Town to Zurich starts from R13 074 round-trip, up to an average price of R17 976. Our users have rated SWISS at 7,5/10.

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There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Cape Town Intl to Zurich flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Cape Town to Zurich flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2025, prices for Cape Town to Zurich flights are approximately 2% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Cape Town Intl to Zurich?

Qatar Airways, Emirates, and Turkish Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Cape Town Intl to Zurich

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How often are flights from Cape Town to Zurich delayed?

Historically, on average around 10% of flights between Cape Town and Zurich have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 121 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Cape Town to Zurich flights?

Generally, flights departing in the evening tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the morning have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

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

Thursday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Sunday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Cape Town to Zurich flights?

According to our data, SWISS have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 10% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Cape Town and Zurich?

Istanbul (IST) was the most common stop: 36% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Cape Town to Zurich?

Flights via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) offer the lowest average return price of R10 250.

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Cape Town to Zurich?

Flights connecting via Paris (CDG) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 14h 15m.

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Cape Town to Zurich?

Paris (CDG) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 1h 18m.

How many flights depart from Cape Town to Zurich on average per week?

As of November 2025, there are 6 flights per week flying from Cape Town to Zurich. The most common day of the week flights depart is Wed, with 33% of flights taking off on this day.

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