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Cheap flights from Zurich to Cape Town from R8 042

ZRH — CPT
Oct 27 — Nov 31
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Zurich to Cape Town

Tue 6/1011:20 -
1 stop20h 05m
Mon 12/1017:45 -
1 stop15h 05m
Deal found 25/9R9 214
Sat 28/1112:05 -
1 stop21h 40m
Thu 24/1218:35 -
1 stop21h 45m
Deal found 25/9R9 328
Sat 28/1112:05 -
1 stop21h 40m
Wed 23/1218:35 -
1 stop21h 45m
Deal found 25/9R9 344
Wed 2/1212:05 -
1 stop21h 40m
Sat 26/1218:35 -
1 stop21h 45m
Deal found 26/9R9 767
Thu 24/98:00 -
1 stop24h 05m
Thu 1/1017:45 -
1 stop15h 05m
Deal found 23/9R10 207
Thu 1/1011:20 -
1 stop20h 45m
Sun 4/1017:45 -
1 stop15h 05m
Deal found 25/9R10 223
Fri 4/1212:05 -
1 stop21h 40m
Sat 26/1218:35 -
1 stop21h 45m
Deal found 24/9R10 679

Find flight deals from Zurich to Cape Town

Round-trip from

R9 328

One-way from

R8 042

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

April

Average price

R16 149
Condor
  • Condor
  • 28/11-24/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 43h 25m total
  • Zurich to Cape Town
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17/1-31/12
  • 17/1-31/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 38h 00m total
  • Zurich to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (R38 427 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R7 317 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2026
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ZurichCape Town

ZRH Zurich - CPT Cape Town Intl

ZRHCPT

Zurich

Wed 10/3

11:30-9:30

1 stop21h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-23:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R9 605

ZurichCape Town

ZRH Zurich - CPT Cape Town Intl

ZRHCPT

Zurich

Thu 11/3

17:05-21:00

1 stop26h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-23:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R9 930

ZurichCape Town

ZRH Zurich - CPT Cape Town Intl

ZRHCPT

Zurich

Thu 29/10

15:10-14:10

2 stops22h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-23:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 972

ZurichCape Town

ZRH Zurich - CPT Cape Town Intl

ZRHCPT

Zurich

Fri 30/10

15:10-13:00

2 stops44h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-23:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R11 525

ZurichCape Town

ZRH Zurich - CPT Cape Town Intl

ZRHCPT

Zurich

Fri 27/11

21:35-13:00

2 stops62h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-23:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R11 574

ZurichCape Town

ZRH Zurich - CPT Cape Town Intl

ZRHCPT

Zurich

Mon 5/10

21:00-14:10

2 stops17h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-23:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R11 802

ZurichCape Town

ZRH Zurich - CPT Cape Town Intl

ZRHCPT

Zurich

Sat 10/10

21:00-14:10

2 stops17h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-23:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R11 851
Fastest return journey

ZurichCape Town

ZRH Zurich - CPT Cape Town Intl

ZRHCPT

Zurich

Wed 13/1

18:30-12:05

1 stop16h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-23:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R12 274

ZurichCape Town

ZRH Zurich - CPT Cape Town Intl

ZRHCPT

Zurich

Fri 27/11

6:40-12:05

1 stop28h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-23:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R12 356

ZurichCape Town

ZRH Zurich - CPT Cape Town Intl

ZRHCPT

Zurich

Fri 30/10

14:40-23:00

1 stop31h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-23:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R12 421

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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?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Zurich to Cape Town, you should look to book at least 57 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 R13 804). Flying from Zurich to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of R23 344). 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?

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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Zurich to Cape Town?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Zurich to Cape Town flights typically cost between R13 446 and R24 858 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R9 328 on Condor (Nov 28–Dec 24).

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM and Condor 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
7,8
Good
1 578 reviews
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Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Kushal,Sept 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a nice one. Crew were friendly and helpful.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 578 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 578 reviews
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Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Kushal,Sept 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a nice one. Crew were friendly and helpful.
Condor
6,6
Okay
599 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 578 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Kushal,Sept 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a nice one. Crew were friendly and helpful.

Related info for your journey

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

    Flights from Zurich to Cape Town Intl have been viewed 1 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 55m. 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 (R5 889), and KLM (R14 832) offers the cheapest pricing from Zurich to Cape Town. Condor is 68% 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 R13 804). Flying from Zurich to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of R23 344). 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 2 airlines flying from Zurich to Cape Town

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
CondorCheapestR5 889AverageR11 581FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapestR14 832AverageR18 994FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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