Cheap flights from Zurich to Cape Town from R6 278
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 7/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZRH — CPT
Jan 2 — Jan 91
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Zurich to Cape Town Intl are usually found in September or May, booked 39 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday
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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 3 December 2025.
Thu 4/1211:35ZRH - CPT
1 stop22h 10mCondor
Mon 18/517:05CPT - ZRH
1 stop15h 40mCondor
Deal found 1/12R13 719
Thu 4/1211:35ZRH - CPT
1 stop22h 10mCondor
Wed 24/1219:50CPT - ZRH
1 stop14h 40mCondor
Deal found 1/12R13 736
Fri 5/1211:35ZRH - CPT
1 stop22h 15mCondor
Thu 11/1219:50CPT - ZRH
1 stop20h 30mCondor
Deal found 2/12R13 753
Tue 9/1220:15ZRH - CPT
2 stops16h 30mEthiopian Air
Thu 18/1215:25CPT - ZRH
2 stops17h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 1/12R14 061
Tue 9/1216:50ZRH - CPT
1 stop16h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 18/1215:20CPT - ZRH
2 stops25h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/12R14 095
Wed 10/1220:15ZRH - CPT
2 stops17h 20mEthiopian Air
Mon 9/314:35CPT - ZRH
2 stops18h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 2/12R14 146
Thu 4/1216:50ZRH - CPT
1 stop16h 55mCondor
Mon 22/1219:50CPT - ZRH
1 stop14h 40mCondor
Deal found 1/12R14 163
Mon 8/1211:35ZRH - CPT
2 stops33h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 23/1210:05CPT - ZRH
2 stops24h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12R14 180
Tue 2/1220:15ZRH - CPT
2 stops16h 30mEthiopian Air
Mon 9/214:35CPT - ZRH
2 stops18h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 1/12R14 215
Wed 3/1219:10ZRH - CPT
1 stop25h 45mKLM
Sun 21/128:00CPT - ZRH
1 stop25h 15mKLM
Deal found 1/12R14 232
Tue 2/126:50ZRH - CPT
1 stop14h 05mKLM
Mon 9/223:45CPT - ZRH
1 stop36h 15mKLM
Deal found 1/12R14 249
Best flights from Zurich to Cape Town
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Zurich to Cape Town that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 3 December 2025.
Mon 23/38:05ZRH - CPT
1 stop25h 40mCondor
Thu 2/417:05CPT - ZRH
1 stop15h 40mCondor
Deal found 1/12R13 701
Thu 19/220:15ZRH - CPT
2 stops16h 30mEthiopian Air
Sat 14/315:25CPT - ZRH
2 stops17h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 2/12R13 838
Fri 20/320:15ZRH - CPT
2 stops17h 20mEthiopian Air
Tue 7/413:50CPT - ZRH
2 stops18h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 1/12R13 838
Wed 4/320:15ZRH - CPT
2 stops17h 20mEthiopian Air
Sun 22/313:50CPT - ZRH
2 stops18h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 2/12R13 838
Mon 4/521:00ZRH - CPT
2 stops17h 35mEthiopian Air
Sun 24/515:25CPT - ZRH
2 stops16h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 1/12R13 838
Sat 10/120:15ZRH - CPT
2 stops17h 20mEthiopian Air
Tue 13/115:25CPT - ZRH
2 stops17h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 1/12R13 838
Wed 18/320:15ZRH - CPT
2 stops17h 20mEthiopian Air
Fri 10/714:35CPT - ZRH
2 stops17h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 2/12R13 838
Wed 18/220:15ZRH - CPT
2 stops17h 20mEthiopian Air
Sun 15/313:50CPT - ZRH
2 stops18h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 2/12R13 838
Sun 1/320:15ZRH - CPT
2 stops16h 30mEthiopian Air
Thu 19/315:25CPT - ZRH
2 stops17h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 2/12R13 838
Thu 29/120:15ZRH - CPT
2 stops16h 30mEthiopian Air
Thu 19/213:50CPT - ZRH
2 stops18h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 2/12R13 924
Mon 26/120:15ZRH - CPT
2 stops17h 20mEthiopian Air
Wed 25/214:35CPT - ZRH
2 stops18h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 2/12R13 924
Wed 25/220:15ZRH - CPT
2 stops17h 20mEthiopian Air
Sun 8/313:50CPT - ZRH
2 stops18h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 2/12R14 300
Direct flights from Zurich to Cape Town
Explore direct flight options from Zurich to Cape Town based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 3 December 2025.
Thu 22/119:25ZRH - CPT
Nonstop11h 05mSWISS
Fri 6/29:25CPT - ZRH
Nonstop11h 10mSWISS
Deal found 1/12R19 158
Tue 24/219:25ZRH - CPT
Nonstop11h 05mSWISS
Wed 18/39:25CPT - ZRH
Nonstop11h 10mSWISS
Deal found 1/12R19 705
Thu 22/119:25ZRH - CPT
Nonstop11h 05mSWISS
Fri 30/19:25CPT - ZRH
Nonstop11h 10mSWISS
Deal found 1/12R19 859
Wed 25/222:40ZRH - CPT
Nonstop11h 10mSWISS
Wed 18/39:25CPT - ZRH
Nonstop11h 10mSWISS
Deal found 1/12R19 928
Tue 27/119:25ZRH - CPT
Nonstop11h 05mSWISS
Fri 6/29:25CPT - ZRH
Nonstop11h 10mSWISS
Deal found 2/12R20 544
Tue 5/59:35ZRH - CPT
Nonstop11h 20mSWISS
Thu 7/522:50CPT - ZRH
Nonstop11h 30mSWISS
Deal found 30/11R20 561
Tue 20/119:25ZRH - CPT
Nonstop11h 05mSWISS
Fri 30/19:25CPT - ZRH
Nonstop11h 10mSWISS
Deal found 1/12R20 834
Wed 28/122:40ZRH - CPT
Nonstop11h 10mSWISS
Fri 6/29:25CPT - ZRH
Nonstop11h 10mSWISS
Deal found 2/12R20 869
Thu 12/319:25ZRH - CPT
Nonstop11h 05mSWISS
Wed 25/39:25CPT - ZRH
Nonstop11h 10mSWISS
Deal found 1/12R20 920
Last-minute flights from Zurich to Cape Town
Discover last-minute flight deals from Zurich to Cape Town. Data last updated 3 December 2025 and is based on user searches.
Thu 4/1211:35ZRH - CPT
1 stop22h 10mCondor
Mon 18/517:05CPT - ZRH
1 stop15h 40mCondor
Deal found 1/12R13 719
Thu 4/1211:35ZRH - CPT
1 stop22h 10mCondor
Wed 24/1219:50CPT - ZRH
1 stop14h 40mCondor
Deal found 1/12R13 736
Fri 5/1211:35ZRH - CPT
1 stop22h 15mCondor
Thu 11/1219:50CPT - ZRH
1 stop20h 30mCondor
Deal found 2/12R13 753
Tue 13/118:10ZRH - CPT
1 stop16h 40mTurkish Airlines
Tue 31/316:40CPT - ZRH
1 stop19h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 1/12R13 907
Fri 16/120:15ZRH - CPT
2 stops17h 20mEthiopian Air
Fri 23/114:35CPT - ZRH
2 stops18h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 2/12R13 873
Sat 17/120:15ZRH - CPT
2 stops17h 20mEthiopian Air
Thu 29/115:25CPT - ZRH
2 stops17h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 1/12R13 838
Mon 19/116:50ZRH - CPT
2 stops18h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/216:40CPT - ZRH
2 stops29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/12R13 701
Mon 19/120:15ZRH - CPT
2 stops17h 20mEthiopian Air
Fri 30/114:35CPT - ZRH
2 stops18h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 1/12R13 787
Mon 19/120:15ZRH - CPT
2 stops17h 20mEthiopian Air
Fri 23/114:35CPT - ZRH
2 stops18h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 3/12R13 804
Sat 24/120:15ZRH - CPT
2 stops17h 20mEthiopian Air
Tue 3/315:25CPT - ZRH
2 stops17h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 3/12R13 821
Sat 24/116:50ZRH - CPT
1 stop16h 55mCondor
Sat 7/219:50CPT - ZRH
1 stop14h 40mCondor
Deal found 1/12R13 855
Thu 29/120:15ZRH - CPT
2 stops16h 30mEthiopian Air
Thu 19/213:50CPT - ZRH
2 stops18h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 2/12R13 924
One-way flights from Zurich to Cape Town
Search for one-way flight options from Zurich to Cape Town. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 3 December 2025.
Thu 7/520:55ZRH - CPT
1 stop24h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/12R6 278
Fri 15/520:55ZRH - CPT
1 stop24h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12R6 363
Wed 6/510:25ZRH - CPT
1 stop35h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/12R6 483
Mon 2/310:55ZRH - CPT
1 stop22h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/12R6 603
Sun 10/517:10ZRH - CPT
1 stop28h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/12R6 740
Sat 9/510:25ZRH - CPT
1 stop35h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/12R6 825
Sat 16/520:55ZRH - CPT
1 stop24h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12R6 962
Fri 8/520:55ZRH - CPT
1 stop24h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/12R7 099
Thu 14/517:10ZRH - CPT
1 stop28h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12R7 338
Sun 3/517:10ZRH - CPT
1 stop28h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/12R7 595
Find 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 3 December 2025.
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, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 3 December 2025.
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Route
Depart
Return
Price
ZurichCape Town
ZRH - CPT
ZRHCPT
Zurich
Mon 23/3
8:05-10:45
1 stop25h 40m
Cape Town Intl
Thu 2/4
17:05-8:45
1 stop15h 40m
R13 701
ZurichCape Town
ZRH - CPT
ZRHCPT
Zurich
Thu 19/2
20:15-13:45
2 stops16h 30m
Cape Town Intl
Sat 14/3
15:25-7:40
2 stops17h 15m
R13 838
ZurichCape Town
ZRH - CPT
ZRHCPT
Zurich
Fri 20/3
20:15-14:35
2 stops17h 20m
Cape Town Intl
Tue 7/4
13:50-8:20
2 stops18h 30m
R13 838
ZurichCape Town
ZRH - CPT
ZRHCPT
Zurich
Wed 4/3
20:15-14:35
2 stops17h 20m
Cape Town Intl
Sun 22/3
13:50-7:40
2 stops18h 50m
R13 838
ZurichCape Town
ZRH - CPT
ZRHCPT
Zurich
Mon 4/5
21:00-14:35
2 stops17h 35m
Cape Town Intl
Sun 24/5
15:25-8:20
2 stops16h 55m
R13 838
ZurichCape Town
ZRH - CPT
ZRHCPT
Zurich
Sat 10/1
20:15-14:35
2 stops17h 20m
Cape Town Intl
Tue 13/1
15:25-7:40
2 stops17h 15m
R13 838
ZurichCape Town
ZRH - CPT
ZRHCPT
Zurich
Wed 18/3
20:15-14:35
2 stops17h 20m
Cape Town Intl
Fri 10/7
14:35-8:20
2 stops17h 45m
R13 838
ZurichCape Town
ZRH - CPT
ZRHCPT
Zurich
Wed 18/2
20:15-14:35
2 stops17h 20m
Cape Town Intl
Sun 15/3
13:50-7:40
2 stops18h 50m
R13 838
ZurichCape Town
ZRH - CPT
ZRHCPT
Zurich
Sun 1/3
20:15-13:45
2 stops16h 30m
Cape Town Intl
Thu 19/3
15:25-7:40
2 stops17h 15m
R13 838
ZurichCape Town
ZRH - CPT
ZRHCPT
Zurich
Thu 29/1
20:15-13:45
2 stops16h 30m
Cape Town Intl
Thu 19/2
13:50-7:40
2 stops18h 50m
R13 924
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Best time to book a flight from Zurich to Cape Town
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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 28 November 2025.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Zurich to Cape Town, you should look to book at least 39 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 R7 629). Flying from Zurich to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of R13 376). 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 3 December 2025.
One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Zurich to Cape Town is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 26% on airfare.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Zurich to Cape Town?
How often are flights from Zurich to Cape Town delayed?
About 21% of weekly flights between Zurich and Cape Town have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 132 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Zurich to Cape Town flights?
Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Thursday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Wednesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Zurich to Cape Town flights?
Over the past year, Edelweiss Air have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 21% of flights being delayed.
What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Zurich to Cape Town?
Share of one-stop return flights from Zurich to Cape Town chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.
Amsterdam (AMS) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 42% of one-stop itineraries from Zurich to Cape Town on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Zurich to Cape Town?
Average return fare for one-stop flights from Zurich to Cape Town, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.
Doha (DOH) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of R16 868.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Zurich to Cape Town?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Zurich to Cape Town, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Munich (MUC) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 13h 40m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Zurich to Cape Town?
Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Zurich to Cape Town, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Munich (MUC) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 18m.
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 3 December 2025.
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.
The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
Related info for your journey
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How popular is this Zurich to Cape Town flight route?
Flights from Zurich to Cape Town Intl have been viewed 12 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 16h 30m. 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 (R13 403), Turkish Airlines (R14 273), and KLM (R15 002) offers the cheapest pricing from Zurich to Cape Town. Condor is 29% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Zurich to Cape Town one-way?
To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Ethiopian Air, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R8 770. Qatar Airways flights start at R9 892 while deals on Turkish Airlines start at R11 025 one-way.
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 R7 629). Flying from Zurich to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of R13 376). 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.
Explore flights to Cape Town departing from other origins. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 3 December 2025.
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 3 December 2025.
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