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R5 461 Cheap flights to Zurich

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Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 - 18:55
JNB
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ZRH
33h 05m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
22:20 - 8:20
ZRH
-
JNB
34h 00m
1 stop
R10 039Etihad Airways
Wed, Apr 1 - Thu, Apr 16
Qatar Airways Logo
20:40 - 8:10
JNB
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ZRH
35h 30m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
15:50 - 15:50
ZRH
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JNB
24h 00m
1 stop
R10 056Qatar Airways
Mon, Apr 20 - Mon, Apr 27
Etihad Airways Logo
9:45 - 6:50
JNB
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ZRH
21h 05m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
11:10 - 8:15
ZRH
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JNB
21h 05m
1 stop
R10 089Etihad Airways
Fri, Apr 24 - Fri, May 8
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 - 6:50
JNB
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ZRH
21h 00m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
22:20 - 8:20
ZRH
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JNB
34h 00m
1 stop
R10 139Etihad Airways
Wed, Apr 1 - Mon, Apr 6
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 8:20
JNB
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ZRH
17h 50m
2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
21:00 - 13:05
ZRH
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JNB
16h 05m
2 stops
R10 172Ethiopian Air
Mon, Apr 27 - Mon, May 11
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 8:20
JNB
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ZRH
17h 50m
2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
21:00 - 13:05
ZRH
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JNB
16h 05m
2 stops
R10 205Ethiopian Air
Tue, Jun 2 - Thu, Jun 11
Emirates Logo
13:15 - 20:05
CPT
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ZRH
30h 50m
1 stop
Emirates Logo
15:30 - 16:40
ZRH
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CPT
25h 10m
1 stop
R11 504Emirates
Tue, Jun 9 - Wed, Jul 1
Emirates Logo
18:40 - 20:05
DUR
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ZRH
25h 25m
1 stop
Emirates Logo
15:30 - 16:35
ZRH
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DUR
25h 05m
1 stop
R13 618Emirates
Fri, Apr 24 - Fri, May 1
Turkish Airlines Logo
14:45 - 21:45
DUR
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ZRH
31h 00m
2 stops
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:45 - 13:15
ZRH
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DUR
18h 30m
2 stops
R14 451Turkish Airlines
Fri, May 1 - Tue, May 5
British Airways Logo
11:15 - 22:40
DUR
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ZRH
35h 25m
2 stops
British Airways Logo
10:30 - 10:40
ZRH
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DUR
24h 10m
2 stops
R14 467British Airways
Wed, Apr 22 - Tue, May 5

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JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/4

9:50-18:55

1 stop33h 05m

Zurich

Thu 16/4

22:20-8:20

1 stop34h 00m

R10 039

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/4

20:40-8:10

1 stop35h 30m

Zurich

Mon 27/4

15:50-15:50

1 stop24h 00m

R10 056

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 24/4

9:45-6:50

1 stop21h 05m

Zurich

Fri 8/5

11:10-8:15

1 stop21h 05m

R10 089

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/4

9:50-6:50

1 stop21h 00m

Zurich

Mon 6/4

22:20-8:20

1 stop34h 00m

R10 139
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/4

14:30-8:20

2 stops17h 50m

Zurich

Mon 11/5

21:00-13:05

2 stops16h 05m

R10 172

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/6

14:30-8:20

2 stops17h 50m

Zurich

Thu 11/6

21:00-13:05

2 stops16h 05m

R10 205

Cape TownZurich

CPT - ZRH

CPTZRH

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/6

13:15-20:05

1 stop30h 50m

Zurich

Wed 1/7

15:30-16:40

1 stop25h 10m

R11 504

DurbanZurich

DUR - ZRH

DURZRH

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 24/4

18:40-20:05

1 stop25h 25m

Zurich

Fri 1/5

15:30-16:35

1 stop25h 05m

R13 618

DurbanZurich

DUR - ZRH

DURZRH

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 1/5

14:45-21:45

2 stops31h 00m

Zurich

Tue 5/5

18:45-13:15

2 stops18h 30m

R14 451

DurbanZurich

DUR - ZRH

DURZRH

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 22/4

11:15-22:40

2 stops35h 25m

Zurich

Tue 5/5

10:30-10:40

2 stops24h 10m

R14 467

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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 171. The month of November is another great option to travel to Zurich, with average flight prices from South Africa averaging around R11 204.

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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 964. 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 R15 417.

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

Flying to Zurich from South Africa in the evening is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as R13 664 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 R14 413 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 277 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 054 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 AIRPORTMay9% cheaperFlying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zurich costs on average just R11 171 in May
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO ZURICH FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTAugust9% more expensiveIt costs about R13 435 for flights to Zurich from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in August
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO ZURICH FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTDecember310% 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 461

Best Round-Trip Price

R10 039

Fastest flight time

19h 25m

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The best one-way flight price to Zurich from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R5 461 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Zurich).
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The best round-trip flight price to Zurich from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R10 039 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Zurich).
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The fastest flight to Zurich from South Africa takes 19h 25m (Cape Town Intl to Zurich).
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January has the highest demand for flights to Zurich, with a 6% 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 277.

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 325/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 March 2026, 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 use momondo?

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?

momondo provides multiple filters to help you find the best flight to Zurich. Filter by price, airline, airport, cabin, aircraft, payment method, number of stops and more.

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