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

As of May 2026, 5 flights take off from Switzerland and land in Cape Town each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Tue, with 40% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

How long does it take to fly to Cape Town?

The average flight duration from Switzerland to Cape Town depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Zurich to Cape Town is 10h 55m on average, while flying from Geneva to Cape Town is 13h 40m on average. Cape Town is the most popular airport in Cape Town.

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

Etihad Airways and Iberia are the most popular carriers operating from Switzerland to Cape Town Intl

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

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

How often are flights from Switzerland to Cape Town delayed?

Historically, on average around 18% of flights between Switzerland and Cape Town have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 121 minutes.

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

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

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

According to our data, Edelweiss Air have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 17% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

Prices for flights from Switzerland to Cape Town Intl Airport were last updated today.

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

The number of operators available for flights from Switzerland to Cape Town Intl Airport is 2 as of May 2026.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Switzerland to Cape Town Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Cape Town Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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GVA

CPT

14h 55m

1 stop

22:25 - 13:55

CPT

GVA

15h 30m

1 stop

R13 320SWISS

Thu, Jun 11 - Tue, Jun 16

6:00 - 20:55

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14h 55m

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17:55 - 9:25

CPT

GVA

15h 30m

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R13 452Multiple Airlines

Tue, Jun 9 - Tue, Jun 16

20:40 - 21:30

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CPT

24h 50m

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13:15 - 20:05

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R14 046Multiple Airlines

Sun, May 24 - Wed, May 27

19:10 - 11:50

GVA

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16h 40m

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16:35 - 9:00

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16h 25m

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R14 888Turkish Airlines

Mon, Jun 15 - Thu, Jun 18

9:05 - 21:25

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36h 20m

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23:15 - 11:10

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GVA

35h 55m

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R15 135KLM

Wed, Jun 10 - Tue, Jun 23

17:15 - 21:25

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28h 10m

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23:15 - 8:20

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GVA

33h 05m

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R15 168KLM

Tue, May 26 - Wed, Jun 17

16:45 - 7:25

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CPT

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17:45 - 8:50

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ZRH

15h 05m

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R15 383Condor

Sun, Sep 27 - Mon, Oct 12

11:20 - 8:05

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19:50 - 10:15

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ZRH

15h 25m

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R15 433Condor

Thu, Sep 17 - Thu, Dec 17

19:10 - 11:50

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CPT

16h 40m

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17:15 - 10:00

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BSL

17h 45m

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R17 314Turkish Airlines

Thu, Jun 4 - Wed, Feb 10

10:30 - 5:50

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CPT

18h 20m

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7:55 - 9:50

CPT

BSL

26h 55m

1 stop

R17 941Air France

Tue, Nov 3 - Sun, Nov 15

SWISS flights from Switzerland to Cape Town

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Jun 11

GVA6:00Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

14h 55m

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CPT20:55Cape Town Intl

Jun 16

CPT22:25Cape Town Intl

15h 30m

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GVA13:55Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

R13 320

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May 20

GVA20:00Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

24h 55m

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CPT20:55Cape Town Intl

Jun 11

CPT22:25Cape Town Intl

15h 30m

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GVA13:55Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

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May 20

GVA14:55Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

30h 00m

1 stop

CPT20:55Cape Town Intl

May 23

CPT22:45Cape Town Intl

20h 10m

1 stop

GVA18:55Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

R14 310

KLM flights from Switzerland to Cape Town

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KLM

Jun 10

GVA9:05Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

36h 20m

1 stop

CPT21:25Cape Town Intl

Jun 23

CPT23:15Cape Town Intl

35h 55m

1 stop

GVA11:10Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

R15 135

KLM

May 26

GVA17:15Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

28h 10m

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CPT21:25Cape Town Intl

Jun 17

CPT23:15Cape Town Intl

33h 05m

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GVA8:20Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

R15 168

KLM

May 26

GVA14:10Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

31h 15m

1 stop

CPT21:25Cape Town Intl

Jun 17

CPT23:15Cape Town Intl

33h 05m

1 stop

GVA8:20Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

R15 185

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6:00-20:55

1 stop14h 55m

Cape Town Intl

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17:55-9:25

1 stop15h 30m

R13 452

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ZRH - CPT

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20:40-21:30

1 stop24h 50m

Cape Town Intl

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13:15-20:05

1 stop30h 50m

R14 046

GenevaCape Town

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R14 888

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Cape Town Intl

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1 stop35h 55m

R15 135

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Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

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17:15-21:25

1 stop28h 10m

Cape Town Intl

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23:15-8:20

1 stop33h 05m

R15 168

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Cape Town Intl

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1 stop15h 05m

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Zurich

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11:20-8:05

1 stop20h 45m

Cape Town Intl

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19:50-10:15

1 stop15h 25m

R15 433

BaselCape Town

BSL - CPT

BSLCPT

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Thu 4/6

19:10-11:50

1 stop16h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 10/2

17:15-10:00

1 stop17h 45m

R17 314

BaselCape Town

BSL - CPT

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Basel EuroAirport Swiss

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1 stop18h 20m

Cape Town Intl

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7:55-9:50

1 stop26h 55m

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

The month of August is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town from Switzerland, with most prices found around R4 853. If you aren’t able to travel to Cape Town during the month of August, then flying in May is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R4 985.

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

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How far in advance should I book a flight from Switzerland to Cape Town?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cape Town from Switzerland when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around R18 160 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cape Town from Switzerland for as low as R14 954 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	10h 55m
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Airports in Cape Town	1 airport

The fastest flight from Switzerland to Cape Town takes 10h 55m

Direct flights go from Switzerland to Cape Town every day.

There is 1 airport in Cape Town. From Switzerland there are direct flights to Cape Town Intl (CPT).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Switzerland to Cape Town

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Switzerland to Cape Town Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from Switzerland to Cape Town Intl Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Switzerland to Cape Town Intl Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Switzerland to Cape Town Intl Airport is 2 as of May 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Switzerland to Cape Town Intl Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Switzerland to Cape Town Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Cape Town Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Switzerland to Cape Town?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Switzerland and Cape Town, the leading plane model is Airbus A340-300, making up 60,37% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Airbus A350-900 with 39,63%.

Best airlines flying from Switzerland to Cape Town

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Condor	PriceFrom R7 203	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,5 410 reviews		Search Condor flights
KLM	PriceFrom R14 743	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 517 reviews		Search KLM flights

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