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Cheap flights from Zurich to Cape Town from R7 400

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZRH — CPT
Apr 4 — Apr 111
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Zurich to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Zurich to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 5 March 2026.

Mon 20/416:50
ZRH
-
CPT
1 stop15h 15m
Condor
Tue 28/417:45
CPT
-
ZRH
1 stop15h 05m
Condor
Deal found 3/3R9 878
Tue 14/48:00
ZRH
-
CPT
1 stop24h 05m
Condor
Wed 22/417:45
CPT
-
ZRH
1 stop26h 50m
Condor
Deal found 3/3R10 026
Tue 14/416:40
ZRH
-
CPT
1 stop15h 25m
Condor
Tue 21/417:45
CPT
-
ZRH
1 stop21h 50m
Condor
Deal found 4/3R10 703
Mon 20/411:20
ZRH
-
CPT
1 stop20h 45m
Condor
Mon 27/417:45
CPT
-
ZRH
1 stop21h 55m
Condor
Deal found 3/3R10 836
Sun 19/416:45
ZRH
-
CPT
1 stop15h 10m
Condor
Thu 23/417:45
CPT
-
ZRH
1 stop15h 05m
Condor
Deal found 3/3R10 918
Mon 20/416:50
ZRH
-
CPT
1 stop15h 15m
Condor
Fri 24/417:45
CPT
-
ZRH
1 stop21h 55m
Condor
Deal found 3/3R10 968
Thu 9/48:00
ZRH
-
CPT
1 stop24h 05m
Condor
Tue 28/417:45
CPT
-
ZRH
1 stop21h 50m
Condor
Deal found 1/3R11 034
Sun 19/416:45
ZRH
-
CPT
1 stop15h 10m
Condor
Tue 28/417:45
CPT
-
ZRH
1 stop15h 05m
Condor
Deal found 4/3R11 215
Sat 18/411:20
ZRH
-
CPT
1 stop21h 50m
Condor
Mon 27/417:45
CPT
-
ZRH
1 stop27h 00m
Condor
Deal found 3/3R11 331
Thu 17/916:45
ZRH
-
CPT
1 stop15h 20m
Condor
Fri 25/917:45
CPT
-
ZRH
1 stop21h 55m
Condor
Deal found 4/3R11 348

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Zurich (ZRH) to Cape Town (CPT). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 5 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 878

One-way from

R7 400

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

April

Average price

R17 971
Condor
  • Condor
  • 20/4-28/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 30h 20m total
  • Zurich to Cape Town
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10/3
  • 10/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 15m total
  • Zurich to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R17 514 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R6 899 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
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ZurichCape Town

ZRH - CPT

ZRHCPT

Zurich

Wed 18/3

17:30-21:55

1 stop27h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 29/3

9:30-10:00

1 stop24h 30m

R16 039

ZurichCape Town

ZRH - CPT

ZRHCPT

Zurich

Mon 11/5

21:00-14:35

2 stops17h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 14/5

15:25-8:20

2 stops16h 55m

R16 270

ZurichCape Town

ZRH - CPT

ZRHCPT

Zurich

Mon 11/5

15:50-11:30

1 stop19h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 14/5

13:00-8:05

1 stop19h 05m

R17 096

ZurichCape Town

ZRH - CPT

ZRHCPT

Zurich

Sat 2/5

21:00-14:35

2 stops17h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 16/5

15:25-8:20

2 stops16h 55m

R17 443

ZurichCape Town

ZRH - CPT

ZRHCPT

Zurich

Wed 8/7

21:00-14:35

2 stops17h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 12/7

15:25-8:20

2 stops16h 55m

R17 740

ZurichCape Town

ZRH - CPT

ZRHCPT

Zurich

Thu 16/4

21:00-14:35

2 stops17h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 27/4

13:50-8:20

2 stops18h 30m

R18 285
Fastest return journey

ZurichCape Town

ZRH - CPT

ZRHCPT

Zurich

Tue 18/8

18:50-11:50

1 stop17h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 6/9

16:35-9:50

1 stop17h 15m

R18 814

ZurichCape Town

ZRH - CPT

ZRHCPT

Zurich

Sun 16/8

15:10-11:50

1 stop20h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 7/9

16:35-14:15

1 stop21h 40m

R19 408

ZurichCape Town

ZRH - CPT

ZRHCPT

Zurich

Fri 3/4

21:00-14:35

2 stops17h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 20/4

15:25-8:20

2 stops16h 55m

R19 441

ZurichCape Town

ZRH - CPT

ZRHCPT

Zurich

Thu 2/4

21:00-14:35

2 stops17h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 12/4

15:25-8:20

2 stops16h 55m

R19 639

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Best time to book a flight from Zurich to Cape Town

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Zurich to Cape Town

How far ahead should I book a flight from Zurich to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Zurich to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 27 February 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Zurich to Cape Town, you should look to book at least 13 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Zurich to Cape Town?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to Cape Town (average of R5 021). Flying from Zurich to Cape Town in June is currently the most expensive (average of R13 098). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZRH to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from Zurich to Cape Town. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 5 March 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Zurich to Cape Town as you normally would.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cape Town. Reviews last updated 5 March 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM, Turkish Airlines, andCondor from Zurich to Cape Town by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 465 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
KLM
7,7
Good
1 465 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 465 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 243 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 465 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Condor
6,5
Okay
401 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 465 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Zurich to Cape Town. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Zurich to Cape Town?

    Cape Town Intl is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Cape Town from Zurich. Booking flights from Zurich (ZRH) to Cape Town Intl (CPT) should be relatively easy as there is 1 daily flight to Cape Town from 3 different airlines. 10h 55m is how long a flight from Zurich to Cape Town Intl will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How popular is this Zurich to Cape Town flight route?

    Flights from Zurich to Cape Town Intl have been viewed 8 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from Zurich to Cape Town?

    Departing from Zurich to Cape Town will take you 17h 35m. Airlines will cover a distance of 9104 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Zurich to Cape Town round-trip?

    According to our current data, Condor (R12 942), Turkish Airlines (R13 782), and KLM (R14 726) offers the cheapest pricing from Zurich to Cape Town. Condor is 28% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Zurich to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Zurich to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Zurich to Cape Town?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Zurich to Cape Town.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Zurich to Cape Town?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Zurich to Cape Town by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Zurich to Cape Town?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to Cape Town (average of R5 021). Flying from Zurich to Cape Town in June is currently the most expensive (average of R13 098). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
CondorCheapestR12 942AverageR16 810FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapestR14 726AverageR16 555FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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