Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

The cheapest day to depart from Cape Town to Zurich is on a Tuesday. Travellers who choose to depart for Zurich on a Tuesday will often find tickets for as low as R11 286. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Friday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Zurich on Friday is R13 445.

Question 2

What is the cheapest month to fly to Zurich?

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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 594. The month of February is another great option to travel to Zurich, with average flight prices from Cape Town averaging around R11 858.

Question 3

How often are flights from Cape Town to Zurich delayed?

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Historically, on average around 9% 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 122 minutes.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

As of January 2026, prices for Cape Town to Zurich flights are approximately 10% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

According to our data, Edelweiss Air have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 9% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 6

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

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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 981 when looking at flights departing in the evening. In the morning is when there is more demand to fly to Zurich, so prices are often more expensive at around R12 250 per ticket.

Question 7

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

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Flights connecting via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 14h 40m.

Question 8

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

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Fly from Cape Town Intl to Zurich for the best Cape Town Intl - Zurich flight prices

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Flights via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) offer the lowest average return price of R9 892.

Question 10

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

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As of January 2026, there are 8 flights per week flying from Cape Town to Zurich. The most common day of the week flights depart is Wed, with 25% of flights taking off on this day.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 12

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 13

Which airlines fly to Zurich?

Accepted Answer

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 37% 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.

Question 14

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

Accepted Answer

Qatar Airways is the most popular carrier operating from Cape Town Intl to Zurich

Question 15

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

Accepted Answer

Istanbul (IST) was the most common stop: 31% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Question 16

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

Accepted Answer

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 513 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 R11 775 on momondo.

Question 17

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

Accepted Answer

London (LHR) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 2h 18m.

Question 18

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

Accepted Answer

As of January 2026, there are 1 flights per day flying from Cape Town to Zurich. The most common time of day flights depart is 9:00, with 100% of flights taking off at midday.

Question 19

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

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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.

Question 20

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

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

Question 21

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

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The number of operators available for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Zurich Airport is 11 as of January 2026.

Question 22

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 23

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

Accepted Answer

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

As of January 2026, prices for Cape Town to Zurich flights are approximately 10% cheaper 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 is the most popular carrier operating from Cape Town Intl to Zurich

Which airlines fly to Zurich?

How often are flights from Cape Town to Zurich delayed?

Historically, on average around 9% 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 122 minutes.

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

Generally, flights departing at night 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, Edelweiss Air have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 9% 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: 31% 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 R9 892.

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

Flights connecting via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 14h 40m.

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

London (LHR) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 2h 18m.

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

As of January 2026, there are 1 flights per day flying from Cape Town to Zurich. The most common time of day flights depart is 9:00, with 100% of flights taking off at midday.

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

As of January 2026, there are 8 flights per week flying from Cape Town to Zurich. The most common day of the week flights depart is Wed, with 25% of flights taking off on this day.

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