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R4 439 Cheap flights to Zurich

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight to Zurich departing on 5/10. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Etihad Airways Logo
9:45 - 19:00
JNB
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ZRH
33h 15m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
15:10 - 8:20
ZRH
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JNB
16h 10m
1 stop
R10 678Etihad Airways
Mon, Sep 28 - Wed, Oct 28
Turkish Airlines Logo
13:30 - 14:15
JNB
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ZRH
24h 45m
2 stops
Turkish Airlines Logo
10:55 - 9:40
ZRH
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JNB
21h 45m
2 stops
R10 694Turkish Airlines
Mon, Sep 28 - Wed, Oct 28
Turkish Airlines Logo
13:30 - 22:25
JNB
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ZRH
33h 55m
2 stops
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:40 - 9:40
ZRH
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JNB
26h 00m
2 stops
R10 727Turkish Airlines
Mon, Dec 28 - Wed, Jan 6
Qatar Airways Logo
14:05 - 14:20
JNB
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ZRH
24h 15m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
16:10 - 9:00
ZRH
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JNB
16h 50m
1 stop
R10 942Qatar Airways
Tue, Sep 15 - Sun, Sep 20
Qatar Airways Logo
14:05 - 7:15
JNB
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ZRH
17h 10m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
9:40 - 9:10
ZRH
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JNB
23h 30m
1 stop
R10 991Qatar Airways
Tue, Sep 15 - Wed, Sep 23
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 8:20
CPT
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ZRH
18h 30m
2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
21:00 - 14:10
ZRH
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CPT
17h 10m
2 stops
R12 014Ethiopian Air
Tue, Aug 4 - Sat, Aug 15
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 8:20
CPT
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ZRH
18h 30m
2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
20:15 - 13:00
ZRH
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CPT
39h 45m
2 stops
R12 031Ethiopian Air
Wed, Oct 7 - Thu, Oct 29
SWISS Logo
19:25 - 6:30
CPT
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ZRH
11h 05mdirect
SWISS Logo
19:35 - 7:35
ZRH
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CPT
11h 00mdirect
R12 493SWISS
Thu, Sep 24 - Tue, Nov 24
Emirates Logo
13:15 - 20:50
CPT
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ZRH
31h 35m
1 stop
Emirates Logo
14:35 - 11:40
ZRH
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CPT
20h 05m
1 stop
R12 592Emirates
Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Nov 14
Emirates Logo
18:40 - 20:05
DUR
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ZRH
25h 25m
1 stop
Emirates Logo
21:50 - 17:10
ZRH
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DUR
18h 20m
1 stop
R14 473Emirates
Sun, Oct 18 - Sun, Nov 8

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Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 28/9

9:45-19:00

1 stop33h 15m

Zurich

Wed 28/10

15:10-8:20

1 stop16h 10m

R10 678

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 28/9

13:30-14:15

2 stops24h 45m

Zurich

Wed 28/10

10:55-9:40

2 stops21h 45m

R10 694

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 28/12

13:30-22:25

2 stops33h 55m

Zurich

Wed 6/1

6:40-9:40

2 stops26h 00m

R10 727

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/9

14:05-14:20

1 stop24h 15m

Zurich

Sun 20/9

16:10-9:00

1 stop16h 50m

R10 942

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/9

14:05-7:15

1 stop17h 10m

Zurich

Wed 23/9

9:40-9:10

1 stop23h 30m

R10 991

Cape TownZurich

CPT - ZRH

CPTZRH

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/8

13:50-8:20

2 stops18h 30m

Zurich

Sat 15/8

21:00-14:10

2 stops17h 10m

R12 014

Cape TownZurich

CPT - ZRH

CPTZRH

Cape Town Intl

Wed 7/10

13:50-8:20

2 stops18h 30m

Zurich

Thu 29/10

20:15-13:00

2 stops39h 45m

R12 031
Fastest return journey

Cape TownZurich

CPT - ZRH

CPTZRH

Cape Town Intl

Thu 24/9

19:25-6:30

Nonstop11h 05m

Zurich

Tue 24/11

19:35-7:35

Nonstop11h 00m

R12 493

Cape TownZurich

CPT - ZRH

CPTZRH

Cape Town Intl

Sat 24/10

13:15-20:50

1 stop31h 35m

Zurich

Sat 14/11

14:35-11:40

1 stop20h 05m

R12 592

DurbanZurich

DUR - ZRH

DURZRH

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 18/10

18:40-20:05

1 stop25h 25m

Zurich

Sun 8/11

21:50-17:10

1 stop18h 20m

R14 473

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Zurich?

In general, November 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 255. The month of February is another great option to travel to Zurich, with average flight prices from South Africa averaging around R11 371.

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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 Monday. Travellers who choose to depart for Zurich on a Monday will often find tickets for as low as R13 772. 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 R16 956.

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

Flying to Zurich from South Africa in the morning is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as R14 288 when looking at flights departing in the morning. In the evening is when there is more demand to fly to Zurich, so prices are often more expensive at around R14 828 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 196 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 041 on momondo.

Cheapest flights to Zurich

Find the cheapest flights to Zurich from your nearest city or airport
Find flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zurich
CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO ZURICH FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTNovember8% cheaperFlying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zurich costs on average just R11 255 in November
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO ZURICH FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTAugust12% more expensiveIt costs about R13 731 for flights to Zurich from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in August
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO ZURICH FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTDecember346% 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

R4 439

Best Round-Trip Price

R10 678

Fastest flight time

24h 55m

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The best one-way flight price to Zurich from South Africa in the last 5 days is R4 439 (Cape Town Intl to Zurich).
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The best return flight price to Zurich from South Africa in the last 5 days is R10 678 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Zurich).
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The fastest flight to Zurich from South Africa takes 24h 55m (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Zurich).
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January has the highest demand for flights to Zurich, with a 7% 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 53 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 196.

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 R3 389/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 July 2026, there are 13 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?

We help find the flight that best suits your needs; momondo compares prices from hundreds of airlines and travel agents and helps you filter them to find the best flight for you.

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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