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Cheap flights from Zurich to Cape Town from R7 149

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17:05 - 10:00ZRH-CPT
15h 55m1 stop
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12:30 - 19:35CPT-ZRH
32h 05m1 stop
R13 344
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Fri, Nov 7 - Tue, Nov 18
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12:05 - 10:00ZRH-CPT
20h 55m1 stop
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12:35 - 13:40CPT-ZRH
26h 05m1 stop
R13 361
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Sun, Nov 9 - Sun, Nov 23
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21:35 - 6:45ZRH-CPT
32h 10m2 stops
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12:30 - 10:10CPT-ZRH
22h 40m1 stop
R13 396
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Mon, Oct 27 - Sun, Nov 9
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12:05 - 10:00ZRH-CPT
20h 55m1 stop
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12:30 - 9:20CPT-ZRH
21h 50m1 stop
R13 414
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Sun, Nov 9 - Sun, Nov 16
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21:35 - 6:45ZRH-CPT
32h 10m2 stops
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12:30 - 10:10CPT-ZRH
22h 40m1 stop
R13 431
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Mon, Oct 27 - Sun, Nov 9
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7:20 - 6:45ZRH-CPT
22h 25m2 stops
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12:30 - 11:30CPT-ZRH
24h 00m1 stop
R13 448
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Tue, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 15
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16:45 - 21:45ZRH-CPT
29h 00m1 stop
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12:30 - 19:35CPT-ZRH
32h 05m1 stop
R13 466
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Sun, Oct 5 - Tue, Nov 4
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16:45 - 21:45ZRH-CPT
29h 00m1 stop
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8:45 - 10:40CPT-ZRH
26h 55m1 stop
R13 500
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Sun, Oct 5 - Wed, Nov 5
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16:50 - 10:45ZRH-CPT
16h 55m1 stop
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19:50 - 9:30CPT-ZRH
14h 40m1 stop
R14 108Condor
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Wed, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 10
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16:50 - 10:45ZRH-CPT
16h 55m1 stop
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19:50 - 9:30CPT-ZRH
14h 40m1 stop
R14 194Condor
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Thu, Mar 12 - Wed, Mar 25

Ethiopian Air flights from Zurich to Cape Town

Our best Ethiopian Air deals on Zurich to Cape Town flight tickets
Ethiopian Air
Sept 23
ZRH21:00Zurich
16h 45m
2 stops
CPT13:45Cape Town Intl
Oct 16
CPT15:25Cape Town Intl
16h 55m
2 stops
ZRH8:20Zurich
R14 628
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Ethiopian Air
Sept 18
ZRH21:00Zurich
16h 45m
2 stops
CPT13:45Cape Town Intl
Sept 21
CPT13:50Cape Town Intl
18h 30m
2 stops
ZRH8:20Zurich
R15 218
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Ethiopian Air
Sept 28
ZRH21:00Zurich
16h 45m
2 stops
CPT13:45Cape Town Intl
Oct 1
CPT14:35Cape Town Intl
17h 45m
2 stops
ZRH8:20Zurich
R15 236
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Qatar Airways flights from Zurich to Cape Town

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Qatar Airways
Sept 19
ZRH9:40Zurich
25h 10m
1 stop
CPT10:50Cape Town Intl
Sept 23
CPT13:00Cape Town Intl
25h 20m
1 stop
ZRH14:20Zurich
R18 446
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Qatar Airways
Sept 18
ZRH16:40Zurich
18h 10m
1 stop
CPT10:50Cape Town Intl
Sept 23
CPT13:00Cape Town Intl
25h 20m
1 stop
ZRH14:20Zurich
R19 626
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Zurich to Cape Town that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 13 550 searches. Data last updated 16 September 2025.
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ZurichCape Town

ZRH - CPT

ZRHCPT

Zurich

Fri 7/11

17:05-10:00

1 stop15h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 18/11

12:30-19:35

1 stop32h 05m

R13 344

ZurichCape Town

ZRH - CPT

ZRHCPT

Zurich

Sun 9/11

12:05-10:00

1 stop20h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 23/11

12:35-13:40

1 stop26h 05m

R13 361

ZurichCape Town

ZRH - CPT

ZRHCPT

Zurich

Mon 27/10

21:35-6:45

2 stops32h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/11

12:30-10:10

1 stop22h 40m

R13 396

ZurichCape Town

ZRH - CPT

ZRHCPT

Zurich

Sun 9/11

12:05-10:00

1 stop20h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 16/11

12:30-9:20

1 stop21h 50m

R13 414

ZurichCape Town

ZRH - CPT

ZRHCPT

Zurich

Mon 27/10

21:35-6:45

2 stops32h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/11

12:30-10:10

1 stop22h 40m

R13 431

ZurichCape Town

ZRH - CPT

ZRHCPT

Zurich

Tue 4/11

7:20-6:45

2 stops22h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 15/11

12:30-11:30

1 stop24h 00m

R13 448

ZurichCape Town

ZRH - CPT

ZRHCPT

Zurich

Sun 5/10

16:45-21:45

1 stop29h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/11

12:30-19:35

1 stop32h 05m

R13 466

ZurichCape Town

ZRH - CPT

ZRHCPT

Zurich

Sun 5/10

16:45-21:45

1 stop29h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 5/11

8:45-10:40

1 stop26h 55m

R13 500

ZurichCape Town

ZRH - CPT

ZRHCPT

Zurich

Wed 29/10

16:50-10:45

1 stop16h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 10/11

19:50-9:30

1 stop14h 40m

R14 108

ZurichCape Town

ZRH - CPT

ZRHCPT

Zurich

Thu 12/3

16:50-10:45

1 stop16h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 25/3

19:50-9:30

1 stop14h 40m

R14 194

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Zurich to Cape Town

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Zurich and Cape Town?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

The month of September is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town from Zurich, with most prices found around R16 606. If you aren’t able to travel to Cape Town during the month of September, then flying in March is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R16 641.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cape Town?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cape Town is on a Friday when prices can be found for as low as R22 534. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Monday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Cape Town on Monday is R59 641.

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

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Cape Town is in the morning. momondo users have found flights departing from Zurich to Cape Town in the morning for as low as R23 808. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. In the evening is when there is more demand to fly to Cape Town, so prices are often more expensive at around R31 748 per ticket.

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

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cape Town from Zurich when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around R19 404 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 Zurich for as low as R17 283 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Zurich to Cape Town Intl flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Zurich to Cape Town Intl flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Zurich to Cape Town flights?

You could potentially save up to 14% on your flight if you consider stops on a Zurich to Cape Town flight.

How have Zurich to Cape Town flight prices changed over time?

As of September 2025, prices for Zurich to Cape Town flights are approximately 6% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Zurich to Cape Town

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Zurich to Cape Town according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Zurich to Cape Town (ZRH to CPT) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Zurich to Cape Town

Fastest flight time

11h 05m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Cape Town

1 airport
The fastest flight from Zurich to Cape Town takes 11h 05m
Direct flights go from Zurich to Cape Town every day.
There is 1 airport near Cape Town: Cape Town Intl (CPT)
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  • How far is Zurich to Cape Town Intl by plane?

    The straight-line distance from Zurich to Cape Town Intl is 9087,7 km. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 15h 55m.

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

    Prices for flights from Zurich Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport are updated daily.

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

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Zurich Airport to Cape Town Intl 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 from Zurich Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport.

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

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Cape Town Intl 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 Cape Town Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Zurich to Cape Town?

  • What is the most popular airline from Zurich to Cape Town?

Best airlines flying from Zurich to Cape Town

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Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
Ethiopian AirPriceFrom R13 911Free CancellationRating
7,2
861 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom R14 479Free CancellationRating
7,3
3 968 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom R15 219Free CancellationRating
7,8
1 385 reviews
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SWISSPriceFrom R19 614Free CancellationRating
7,5
1 730 reviews
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Can I find flights from Zurich to Cape Town with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to Cape Town from Zurich with this policy.

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Once you have performed a search for Zurich to Cape Town flights, momondo helps you find the right one by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.

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