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Cheap flights from Zurich to Cape Town from R5 679

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 11/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZRH — CPT
Feb 11 — Feb 181
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Zurich to Cape Town

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 12 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R13 656

One-way from

R5 679

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R17 267
3/3-19/3
  • 3/3-19/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 40h 55m total
  • Zurich to Cape Town
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11/3
  • 11/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 21h 30m total
  • Zurich to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R17 878 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R7 366 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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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 12 January 2026.

Mon 9/310:05
ZRH
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CPT
1 stop22h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 15/318:55
CPT
-
ZRH
2 stops23h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/1R13 689
Wed 18/311:30
ZRH
-
CPT
1 stop21h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 29/319:30
CPT
-
ZRH
1 stop18h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1R13 722
Thu 22/116:50
ZRH
-
CPT
1 stop16h 55m
Condor
Thu 29/119:50
CPT
-
ZRH
1 stop14h 40m
Condor
Deal found 11/1R13 738
Wed 25/28:15
ZRH
-
CPT
2 stops25h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/312:35
CPT
-
ZRH
1 stop26h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/1R13 754
Sat 16/521:40
ZRH
-
CPT
2 stops23h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 29/523:30
CPT
-
ZRH
1 stop20h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1R13 771
Mon 2/38:15
ZRH
-
CPT
2 stops26h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 12/317:15
CPT
-
ZRH
2 stops29h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1R13 804
Mon 9/320:15
ZRH
-
CPT
1 stop33h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 13/317:15
CPT
-
ZRH
1 stop21h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/1R13 853
Thu 23/416:50
ZRH
-
CPT
1 stop15h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/514:35
CPT
-
ZRH
2 stops18h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/1R13 886
Sun 18/115:40
ZRH
-
CPT
1 stop24h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 22/112:30
CPT
-
ZRH
1 stop31h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/1R13 902
Wed 21/116:50
ZRH
-
CPT
2 stops18h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 1/215:40
CPT
-
ZRH
2 stops18h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/1R13 919

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ZurichCape Town

ZRH - CPT

ZRHCPT

Zurich

Mon 26/1

16:50-10:45

1 stop16h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/2

9:00-20:45

2 stops36h 45m

R14 526

ZurichCape Town

ZRH - CPT

ZRHCPT

Zurich

Fri 3/4

19:25-21:25

1 stop26h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 20/4

7:40-11:05

1 stop27h 25m

R14 641

ZurichCape Town

ZRH - CPT

ZRHCPT

Zurich

Fri 23/1

6:50-21:55

1 stop14h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 30/1

7:55-22:30

1 stop15h 35m

R14 641

ZurichCape Town

ZRH - CPT

ZRHCPT

Zurich

Tue 17/2

12:00-21:55

1 stop32h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/3

7:55-22:30

1 stop15h 35m

R14 641

ZurichCape Town

ZRH - CPT

ZRHCPT

Zurich

Mon 16/2

6:50-21:55

1 stop14h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/3

7:55-22:30

1 stop15h 35m

R14 641

ZurichCape Town

ZRH - CPT

ZRHCPT

Zurich

Sat 7/3

11:55-6:10

1 stop17h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/3

8:00-22:25

1 stop15h 25m

R14 657

ZurichCape Town

ZRH - CPT

ZRHCPT

Zurich

Thu 5/3

6:50-21:55

1 stop14h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/3

7:55-22:30

1 stop15h 35m

R14 674

ZurichCape Town

ZRH - CPT

ZRHCPT

Zurich

Mon 2/2

19:10-21:55

1 stop25h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 13/2

7:55-22:30

1 stop15h 35m

R14 674

ZurichCape Town

ZRH - CPT

ZRHCPT

Zurich

Sun 25/1

9:00-21:55

1 stop35h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/2

7:55-22:30

1 stop15h 35m

R14 690

ZurichCape Town

ZRH - CPT

ZRHCPT

Zurich

Sun 8/3

6:50-21:55

1 stop14h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 14/3

7:55-22:30

1 stop15h 35m

R15 035

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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 9 January 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Zurich to Cape Town, you should look to book at least 3 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to Cape Town (average of R6 450). Flying from Zurich to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of R12 835). 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 12 January 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 12 January 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM, SWISS, andTurkish Airlines 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
1 437 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 437 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 437 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 846 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 437 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 155 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 437 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Condor
6,4
Okay
398 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 437 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.

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.

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

    Flights from Zurich to Cape Town Intl have been viewed 10 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 26h. Airlines will cover a distance of 9104 km.

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

    According to our current data, Condor (R12 861), Turkish Airlines (R13 695), and KLM (R14 396) 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to Cape Town (average of R6 450). Flying from Zurich to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of R12 835). 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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Top 4 airlines flying from Zurich to Cape Town

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Zurich to Cape Town. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 12 January 2026.
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CondorCheapestR12 861AverageR16 347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 695AverageR18 377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR14 396AverageR17 868FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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SWISSCheapestR17 741AverageR21 525FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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