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

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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.

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

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

Question 3

How can momondo help me find flights to Zurich?

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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.

Question 4

I’m not ready to book a flight to Zurich right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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If you are simply researching potential flights to Zurich, momondo offers a useful price alert feature which will track prices for flights to Zurich and alert you when they change.

Question 5

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

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Most flyers found that booking tickets 43 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 256.

Question 6

Is there an alternative airport near Zurich?

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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).

Question 7

Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into Zurich?

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The cheapest airport near Zurich is typically Basel EuroAirport Swiss, with an average price of R1 404/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.

Question 8

Which airlines fly to Zurich?

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There may be other airlines that fly to Zurich from South Africa, but the most popular among our users are SWISS, Emirates, Qatar Airways and Ethiopian Air. These airlines should offer flights to Zurich on a routine basis if you’re flying from one of the more popular airports in South Africa.

Question 9

Emirates Flights to Zurich

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There are 12 Emirates flights to Zurich in a normal week. The most common departure point is Dubai Intl and the best Emirates ticket price seen on momondo is R10 458 (last 72 hours, from Cape Town Intl, to Zurich). Emirates has a score of 8,1 from 3 440 user reviews on momondo.

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KLM Flights to Zurich

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KLM flights to Zurich can start from as low as R10 231 (return, from Cape Town Intl, found in the last 72 hours). Over 26 flights that KLM operates to Zurich in a normal week, prices can vary significantly. The most popular KLM flight to Zurich is from Amsterdam Schiphol. KLM has been rated 7,7/10 by momondo users, in 1 430 reviews.

Question 11

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

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Prices for flights to Zurich Airport refresh daily.

Question 12

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

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

Question 13

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

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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.

Question 14

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

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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.

Question 15

How long does it take to fly to Zurich?

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Flight times from South Africa to Zurich vary, but if you’re flying out of Johannesburg OR Tambo and flying into Zurich (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 10h 45m on average. Another popular route from South Africa to Zurich is flying from Cape Town Intl to Zurich, which will take roughly 11h 10m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

Question 16

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

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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 052. 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 155.

Question 17

What is the cheapest month to fly to Zurich?

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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 099. The month of November is another great option to travel to Zurich, with average flight prices from South Africa averaging around R11 166.

Question 18

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

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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 256 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 503 on momondo.

Question 19

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

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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 739 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 103 per ticket.

CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO ZURICH FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	May	10% cheaper	Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zurich costs on average just R11 099 in May
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO ZURICH FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	August	9% more expensive	It costs about R13 436 for flights to Zurich from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in August
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO ZURICH FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	December	280% more users visited	More momondo users searched in flights to Zurich from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December than any other month

Best One-Way Price	R4 759
Best Round-Trip Price	R10 510
Fastest flight time	21h 40m
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