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R5 584 Cheap flights to Zurich

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Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 8:20
JNB
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ZRH
17h 50m2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
21:00 - 13:05
ZRH
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JNB
16h 05m2 stops
R10 507Ethiopian Air
Mon, Apr 27 - Sat, May 2
Qatar Airways Logo
13:45 - 13:40
JNB
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ZRH
24h 55m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
15:40 - 16:00
ZRH
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JNB
23h 20m1 stop
R10 727Qatar Airways
Tue, Jan 20 - Tue, Jan 27
Qatar Airways Logo
13:45 - 13:40
JNB
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ZRH
24h 55m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
8:45 - 8:40
ZRH
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JNB
22h 55m1 stop
R10 829Qatar Airways
Thu, Jan 22 - Wed, Feb 4
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 8:20
JNB
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ZRH
17h 50m2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
21:00 - 13:05
ZRH
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JNB
16h 05m2 stops
R10 863Ethiopian Air
Sun, Apr 26 - Fri, May 1
Turkish Airlines Logo
19:10 - 9:45
JNB
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ZRH
15h 35m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
11:05 - 10:50
ZRH
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JNB
22h 45m1 stop
R10 896Turkish Airlines
Tue, Jan 20 - Tue, Jan 27
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 7:40
JNB
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ZRH
18h 10m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
20:15 - 20:10
ZRH
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JNB
22h 55m1 stop
R10 930Ethiopian Air
Thu, Jan 22 - Wed, Feb 4
Turkish Airlines Logo
19:10 - 9:45
JNB
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ZRH
15h 35m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
11:05 - 10:50
ZRH
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JNB
22h 45m1 stop
R10 998Turkish Airlines
Tue, Jan 27 - Fri, Feb 6
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20:45 - 15:20
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ZRH
19h 35m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:50 - 16:05
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22h 15m2 stops
R11 066Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jan 20 - Tue, Jan 27
Emirates Logo
13:25 - 13:20
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23h 55m1 stop
Emirates Logo
22:15 - 16:15
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18h 00m1 stop
R11 201Emirates
Tue, Jun 2 - Thu, Jun 11
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19:10 - 13:20
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18h 10m1 stop
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22:15 - 16:15
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18h 00m1 stop
R11 218Emirates
Tue, Jun 2 - Thu, Jun 11

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JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/4

14:30-8:20

2 stops17h 50m

Zurich

Sat 2/5

21:00-13:05

2 stops16h 05m

R10 507

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/1

13:45-13:40

1 stop24h 55m

Zurich

Tue 27/1

15:40-16:00

1 stop23h 20m

R10 727

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

13:45-13:40

1 stop24h 55m

Zurich

Wed 4/2

8:45-8:40

1 stop22h 55m

R10 829

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 26/4

14:30-8:20

2 stops17h 50m

Zurich

Fri 1/5

21:00-13:05

2 stops16h 05m

R10 863

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/1

19:10-9:45

1 stop15h 35m

Zurich

Tue 27/1

11:05-10:50

1 stop22h 45m

R10 896

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

14:30-7:40

1 stop18h 10m

Zurich

Wed 4/2

20:15-20:10

1 stop22h 55m

R10 930

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 27/1

19:10-9:45

1 stop15h 35m

Zurich

Fri 6/2

11:05-10:50

1 stop22h 45m

R10 998

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/1

20:45-15:20

1 stop19h 35m

Zurich

Tue 27/1

16:50-16:05

2 stops22h 15m

R11 066

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/6

13:25-13:20

1 stop23h 55m

Zurich

Thu 11/6

22:15-16:15

1 stop18h 00m

R11 201

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/6

19:10-13:20

1 stop18h 10m

Zurich

Thu 11/6

22:15-16:15

1 stop18h 00m

R11 218

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Zurich?

In general, May is the cheapest month to fly from South Africa to Zurich. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around R11 184. The month of November is another great option to travel to Zurich, with average flight prices from South Africa averaging around R11 353.

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

The cheapest day to depart from South Africa to Zurich is on a Tuesday. Travellers who choose to depart for Zurich on a Tuesday will often find tickets for as low as R12 044. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Saturday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Zurich on Saturday is R14 178.

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

Flying to Zurich from South Africa in the afternoon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as R11 811 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. In the evening is when there is more demand to fly to Zurich, so prices are often more expensive at around R13 035 per ticket.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Zurich from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Zurich for around R12 311 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 South Africa for as low as R11 675 on momondo.

Cheapest flights to Zurich

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CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO ZURICH FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTMay10% cheaperFlying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zurich costs on average just R11 184 in May
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO ZURICH FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTAugust9% more expensiveIt costs about R13 519 for flights to Zurich from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in August
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO ZURICH FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTDecember316% more users visitedMore momondo users searched in flights to Zurich from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December than any other month

Cheap Zurich flight deals and tips

Summary info about Zurich flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price

R5 584

Best Round-Trip Price

R10 507

Fastest flight time

21h 40m

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The best one-way flight price to Zurich from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R5 584 (Cape Town Intl to Zurich).
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The best round-trip flight price to Zurich from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R10 507 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Zurich).
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The fastest flight to Zurich from South Africa takes 21h 40m (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Zurich).
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January has the highest demand for flights to Zurich, with a 4% price increase on average.
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Frequently asked questions about flying to Zurich

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

Most flyers found that booking tickets 62 days in advance of their planned departure date is the best time to get cheap flights to Zurich. During this timeframe, flight prices are around R12 311.

Is there an alternative airport near Zurich?

Finding an alternative and possibly cheaper destination airport near Zurich is possible. If you are planning a flight to Zurich, consider booking flights to Thal St Gallen-Altenrhein Airport (77 km from Zurich city centre), Basel EuroAirport Swiss (80 km from Zurich city centre), Mulhouse EuroAirport (80 km from Zurich city centre), Belp Airport (94 km from Zurich city centre) or St. Moritz Engadin Airport (138 km from Zurich city centre).

Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into Zurich?

The cheapest airport near Zurich is typically Basel EuroAirport Swiss, with an average price of R1 413/person. These prices vary based on where travellers are coming from. It is suggested that travellers looking to save money try momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Zurich Airport?

Prices for flights to Zurich Airport refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Zurich Airport?

As of December 2025, there are 14 operators available to choose from for flights to Zurich Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly 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 to Zurich Airport.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Zurich Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Zurich Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Zurich?

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Can I find flights to Zurich with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. All flights to Zurich on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

How can momondo help me find flights to Zurich?

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