How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Lucerne?

For as low as R10 926, Etihad Airways can have you in Lucerne from Johannesburg in 22h 25m. There are 8412 km between Johannesburg and Lucerne. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg to Lucerne one-way?

One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as R5 102 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Etihad Airways from R5 772 and Emirates from R6 512 one-way.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Lucerne ranges from 63.0 - 128.0 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 128.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Lucerne when rainfall is around 63.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Lucerne, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 19.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 0.0 C).

What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Lucerne?

While on average a flight from Johannesburg to Lucerne is generally R59 222, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R8 539. When looking at the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Zurich), you can expect to pay R9 993 for that flight.

What are the most reliable airlines from Johannesburg to Lucerne?

Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Johannesburg to Lucerne on time: Air Canada (85%), SWISS (85%), South African (85%).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Johannesburg to Lucerne?

Before booking your flight from Johannesburg to Lucerne, check out the most popular airlines for this route: SWISS, Emirates or Qatar Airways.

Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Lucerne that include hotel bookings?

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

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Q: How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg to Lucerne?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment. Johannesburg to Lucerne flights typically cost between R11 147 and R16 576 in May. The cheapest return flight price found within the last 3 days was R10 282 on Etihad Airways (May 6-May 11).

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg to Lucerne are usually found in May or November, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Lucerne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 24 March 2026.

Wed 6/59:45

JNB

ZRH

2 stops32h 30m

Etihad Airways

Mon 11/522:20

ZRH

JNB

1 stop33h 55m

Etihad Airways

Deal found 22/3R10 282

Wed 8/49:45

JNB

ZRH

1 stop22h 25m

Etihad Airways

Thu 16/411:30

ZRH

JNB

1 stop20h 45m

Etihad Airways

Deal found 22/3R10 299

Sat 16/59:45

JNB

ZRH

1 stop21h 25m

Etihad Airways

Fri 31/722:35

ZRH

JNB

1 stop33h 45m

Etihad Airways

Deal found 23/3R10 316

Thu 11/69:50

JNB

ZRH

1 stop21h 20m

Etihad Airways

Thu 18/622:35

ZRH

JNB

1 stop33h 45m

Etihad Airways

Deal found 19/3R10 417

Fri 8/59:45

JNB

ZRH

2 stops24h 20m

Etihad Airways

Fri 15/511:10

ZRH

JNB

1 stop21h 05m

Etihad Airways

Deal found 24/3R10 434

Mon 23/318:50

JNB

ZRH

1 stop26h 00m

Emirates

Tue 31/315:30

ZRH

JNB

1 stop24h 45m

Emirates

Deal found 19/3R10 451

Sat 25/49:45

JNB

ZRH

1 stop33h 10m

Multiple Airlines

Fri 8/519:05

ZRH

JNB

2 stops37h 10m

Multiple Airlines

Deal found 19/3R10 468

Mon 11/519:10

JNB

ZRH

1 stop18h 10m

Emirates

Mon 18/522:00

ZRH

JNB

1 stop18h 15m

Emirates

Deal found 22/3R10 485

Fri 24/49:45

JNB

ZRH

1 stop27h 35m

Multiple Airlines

Fri 8/510:55

ZRH

JNB

2 stops45h 20m

Multiple Airlines

Deal found 19/3R10 502

Wed 22/49:45

JNB

ZRH

1 stop21h 05m

Etihad Airways

Wed 20/522:20

ZRH

JNB

1 stop33h 55m

Etihad Airways

Deal found 24/3R10 536

Wed 13/59:45

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2 stops48h 20m

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Tue 26/511:10

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JNB

1 stop21h 05m

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Deal found 20/3R10 553

Mon 8/69:50

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1 stop33h 05m

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ZRH

JNB

1 stop33h 45m

Etihad Airways

Deal found 21/3R10 570

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Round-trip from	R10 282
One-way from	R6 023
Popular in	August
Cheapest in	May
Average price	R12 759

Etihad Airways
6/5-11/5
3 total stops
66h 25m total
Johannesburg to Lucerne

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34h 15m total
Johannesburg to Lucerne

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JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/4

9:45-8:10

1 stop22h 25m

Zurich

Fri 8/5

11:10-8:15

1 stop21h 05m

R10 926

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/4

9:45-8:10

1 stop22h 25m

Zurich

Tue 5/5

15:55-8:15

1 stop16h 20m

R10 926

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 13/4

20:40-14:20

1 stop17h 40m

Zurich

Fri 17/4

15:50-8:50

1 stop17h 00m

R11 927

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/4

10:05-13:20

1 stop27h 15m

Zurich

Wed 8/4

15:30-20:35

1 stop29h 05m

R12 080

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JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/5

14:30-8:20

2 stops17h 50m

Zurich

Fri 15/5

21:00-13:05

2 stops16h 05m

R16 661

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/5

9:25-8:05

3 stops22h 40m

Zurich

Tue 12/5

15:50-15:15

3 stops23h 25m

R16 882

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/4

9:25-8:10

3 stops22h 45m

Zurich

Tue 28/4

15:50-18:50

3 stops27h 00m

R16 983

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/4

14:55-18:55

2 stops28h 00m

Zurich

Wed 8/4

9:40-9:10

1 stop23h 30m

R20 428

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/5

16:50-7:15

2 stops38h 25m

Zurich

Fri 15/5

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2 stops45h 40m

R21 547

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/4

19:25-8:20

3 stops36h 55m

Zurich

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2 stops16h 05m

R22 362

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg to Lucerne?

Booking 62 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Johannesburg to Lucerne. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Lucerne?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Lucerne (average of R6 532). Flying from Johannesburg to Lucerne in July is currently the most expensive (average of R10 859). 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 JNB to LU9?

When flying from Johannesburg to Lucerne, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg to Lucerne?

Reviews of airlines servicing Lucerne

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates,SWISS, andQatar Airways from Johannesburg to Lucerne by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 542 reviews

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1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 542 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 542 reviews

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1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

SWISS

7,5

Good

1 903 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 542 reviews

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1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

Qatar Airways

7,4

Good

3 732 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 542 reviews

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1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

British Airways

6,7

Okay

7 819 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 542 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

Condor

6,5

Okay

401 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 542 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

Related info for your journey

How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Lucerne?
For as low as R10 926, Etihad Airways can have you in Lucerne from Johannesburg in 22h 25m. There are 8412 km between Johannesburg and Lucerne. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg to Lucerne one-way?
One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as R5 102 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Etihad Airways from R5 772 and Emirates from R6 512 one-way.
What are the most reliable airlines from Johannesburg to Lucerne?
Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Johannesburg to Lucerne on time: Air Canada (85%), SWISS (85%), South African (85%).
What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Lucerne?
While on average a flight from Johannesburg to Lucerne is generally R59 222, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R8 539. When looking at the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Zurich), you can expect to pay R9 993 for that flight.
Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Lucerne that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to Lucerne flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Lucerne?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Johannesburg to Lucerne.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to Lucerne?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to Lucerne 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 Johannesburg to Lucerne?
Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Lucerne (average of R6 532). Flying from Johannesburg to Lucerne in July is currently the most expensive (average of R10 859). 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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Condor	CheapestR6 347	AverageR10 267	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%	Search Condor flights
Emirates	CheapestR8 306	AverageR11 597	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights
Etihad Airways	CheapestR9 719	AverageR10 603	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Etihad Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	CheapestR9 931	AverageR10 769	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Qatar Airways	CheapestR10 084	AverageR11 404	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights
KLM	CheapestR10 646	AverageR12 801	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search KLM flights
Turkish Airlines	CheapestR10 708	AverageR12 308	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Turkish Airlines flights
British Airways	CheapestR10 959	AverageR13 685	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%	Search British Airways flights
Egyptair	CheapestR11 045	AverageR12 153	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Egyptair flights
Kenya Airways	CheapestR11 183	AverageR12 236	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time82%	Search Kenya Airways flights

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