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Cheap flights from Zurich to Cape Town from R6 586

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 29/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZRH — CPT
Feb 1 — Feb 81
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 2 January 2026.

Wed 31/1219:10ZRH - CPT
1 stop25h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/17:55CPT - ZRH
1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/12R23 018
Wed 31/1221:35ZRH - CPT
2 stops35h 55mQatar Airways
Sun 4/19:00CPT - ZRH
2 stops29h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 31/12R31 656
Wed 31/1220:15ZRH - CPT
2 stops17h 20mEthiopian Air
Sun 4/115:25CPT - ZRH
2 stops17h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 31/12R35 777
Wed 31/1222:40ZRH - CPT
1 stop17h 50mSWISS
Sun 4/19:25CPT - ZRH
Nonstop11h 10mSWISS
Deal found 31/12R44 961

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 2 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R13 454

One-way from

R6 586

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R17 475
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 10/3-22/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 45m total
  • Zurich to Cape Town
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29/5
  • 29/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 28h 20m total
  • Zurich to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R17 358 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R7 447 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Price

ZurichCape Town

ZRH - CPT

ZRHCPT

Zurich

Fri 6/3

20:15-14:35

2 stops17h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 15/3

13:50-7:40

2 stops18h 50m

R14 331

ZurichCape Town

ZRH - CPT

ZRHCPT

Zurich

Fri 13/3

6:45-11:50

1 stop28h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 29/3

16:35-17:50

1 stop25h 15m

R15 141

ZurichCape Town

ZRH - CPT

ZRHCPT

Zurich

Mon 2/2

20:15-14:35

2 stops17h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/2

15:25-7:40

2 stops17h 15m

R15 390

ZurichCape Town

ZRH - CPT

ZRHCPT

Zurich

Sun 3/5

21:00-13:45

2 stops16h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 16/5

13:50-8:20

2 stops18h 30m

R15 406

ZurichCape Town

ZRH - CPT

ZRHCPT

Zurich

Tue 3/2

20:15-13:45

2 stops16h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 24/2

15:25-7:40

2 stops17h 15m

R15 456

ZurichCape Town

ZRH - CPT

ZRHCPT

Zurich

Wed 14/1

20:15-14:35

2 stops17h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 6/2

14:35-7:40

2 stops18h 05m

R15 588

ZurichCape Town

ZRH - CPT

ZRHCPT

Zurich

Sat 28/2

20:15-14:35

2 stops17h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 21/3

13:50-7:40

2 stops18h 50m

R15 621

ZurichCape Town

ZRH - CPT

ZRHCPT

Zurich

Sat 31/1

17:30-21:55

1 stop27h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 15/2

7:55-22:30

1 stop15h 35m

R15 903

ZurichCape Town

ZRH - CPT

ZRHCPT

Zurich

Sat 31/1

17:30-21:55

1 stop27h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 16/2

7:55-22:30

1 stop15h 35m

R15 903

ZurichCape Town

ZRH - CPT

ZRHCPT

Zurich

Thu 19/3

8:05-10:45

1 stop25h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 29/3

7:00-8:50

2 stops25h 50m

R15 936

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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 26 December 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Zurich to Cape Town, you should look to book at least 78 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 503). Flying from Zurich to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of R12 941). 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 2 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 2 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
1 435 reviews
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Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,2

Boarding

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
KLM
7,7
Good
1 435 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 435 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,2

Boarding

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 832 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 435 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,2

Boarding

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 139 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 435 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,2

Boarding

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Condor
6,5
Okay
395 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 435 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,2

Boarding

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

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 17h 20m. 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 966), Turkish Airlines (R13 808), and KLM (R14 514) 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.

  • 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 484. Qatar Airways flights start at R9 570 while deals on Turkish Airlines start at R10 666 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to Cape Town (average of R6 503). Flying from Zurich to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of R12 941). 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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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 2 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
CondorCheapestR12 966AverageR16 481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 808AverageR18 528FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR14 514AverageR18 015FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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SWISSCheapestR17 886AverageR21 701FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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