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Cheap flights from South Africa to Lucerne from R5 994

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 21/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ZRH
May 17 — May 241
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Lucerne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Lucerne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 April 2026.

Tue 2/619:50
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop18h 30m
Qatar Airways
Thu 11/610:35
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop17h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 14/4R10 252
Tue 21/419:50
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop18h 30m
Qatar Airways
Tue 28/416:10
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop18h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 12/4R10 269
Sun 1/119:50
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop33h 30m
Etihad Airways
Mon 23/1121:35
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop33h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 15/4R10 416
Thu 10/99:50
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop33h 05m
Etihad Airways
Wed 16/911:10
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop21h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 16/4R10 433
Wed 27/512:40
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop20h 25m
Qatar Airways
Sun 31/516:10
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop18h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 14/4R10 498
Sun 17/519:50
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop18h 30m
Qatar Airways
Thu 3/1215:40
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop22h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 13/4R10 514
Fri 29/512:40
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop20h 25m
Qatar Airways
Fri 5/616:10
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop18h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 14/4R10 580
Sat 30/519:50
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop18h 30m
Qatar Airways
Thu 11/610:35
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop17h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 16/4R10 596
Wed 29/412:40
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop25h 40m
Qatar Airways
Fri 8/516:10
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop18h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 16/4R10 613
Fri 19/69:50
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop33h 05m
Etihad Airways
Mon 22/622:35
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop33h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/4R10 645
Thu 23/79:50
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop27h 40m
Etihad Airways
Tue 18/816:15
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop16h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/4R10 662
Sun 19/719:30
CPT
-
ZRH
1 stop18h 50m
Qatar Airways
Wed 19/816:10
ZRH
-
CPT
1 stop25h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 15/4R10 989

Find flight deals from South Africa to Lucerne

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Lucerne flight deals. Data was last updated 17 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R10 252

One-way from

R5 994

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R12 742
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 2/6-11/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 55m total
  • South Africa to Lucerne
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 21/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 23h 35m total
  • South Africa to Lucerne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R8 174 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R1 636 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/6

12:40-9:05

1 stop20h 25m

Zurich

Mon 8/6

16:10-10:30

1 stop18h 20m

R10 613

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 19/6

9:50-18:55

1 stop33h 05m

Zurich

Mon 22/6

22:35-8:20

1 stop33h 45m

R10 645

DurbanZurich

DUR - ZRH

DURZRH

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 28/5

18:30-14:20

2 stops19h 50m

Zurich

Thu 4/6

10:35-17:15

2 stops30h 40m

R11 039
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/4

19:50-14:20

1 stop18h 30m

Zurich

Thu 18/6

9:40-4:00

1 stop18h 20m

R11 546

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/5

12:40-9:05

1 stop20h 25m

Zurich

Thu 7/5

10:35-10:30

1 stop23h 55m

R11 546

Cape TownZurich

CPT - ZRH

CPTZRH

Cape Town Intl

Thu 21/5

19:30-14:20

1 stop18h 50m

Zurich

Mon 18/1

15:40-17:25

1 stop24h 45m

R12 152

Cape TownZurich

CPT - ZRH

CPTZRH

Cape Town Intl

Mon 5/10

18:25-20:05

1 stop25h 40m

Zurich

Wed 18/11

21:50-11:40

1 stop36h 50m

R12 267

Cape TownZurich

CPT - ZRH

CPTZRH

Cape Town Intl

Sat 23/5

18:25-13:20

1 stop18h 55m

Zurich

Mon 18/1

14:35-11:40

1 stop20h 05m

R12 267

Cape TownZurich

CPT - ZRH

CPTZRH

Cape Town Intl

Mon 4/5

18:25-13:20

1 stop18h 55m

Zurich

Tue 12/5

22:00-11:30

1 stop37h 30m

R12 267

Cape TownZurich

CPT - ZRH

CPTZRH

Cape Town Intl

Fri 8/5

18:25-13:20

1 stop18h 55m

Zurich

Fri 22/1

14:35-16:45

1 stop25h 10m

R12 267

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Lucerne

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZA to LU9?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Lucerne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 April 2026.

When flying from South Africa 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Lucerne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Lucerne. 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 Lucerne. Reviews last updated 17 April 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,SWISS, andQatar Airways from South Africa to Lucerne to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
SWISS
7,6
Good
1 922 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 730 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 306 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 002 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to Lucerne. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Lucerne?

    Airlines like Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, and Emirates fly from South Africa to Lucerne in about 20h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 12h 40m. There are 8412 km between South Africa and Lucerne. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Lucerne one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Emirates. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R4 819. Users have also found prices from R5 059 and R5 572 on Qatar Airways and Etihad Airways, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from South Africa to Lucerne?

    The most popular route from South Africa to Lucerne is Cape Town Intl - Zurich. You may also consider Johannesburg OR Tambo - Zurich or Durban King Shaka Intl - Zurich.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from South Africa to Lucerne?

    Before booking your flight to Lucerne from South Africa, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air Canada (87%), SWISS (87%), South African( 87%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from South Africa to Lucerne?

    The cheapest flight price from South Africa to Lucerne is R7 658. On average you can expect to pay R62 803. The most popular route, (Cape Town Intl - Zurich), can usually be booked for R10 645.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Lucerne that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Lucerne flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Lucerne?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Lucerne?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa 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.

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Top 10 airlines flying from South Africa to Lucerne

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Lucerne. 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 17 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapestR5 777AverageR11 682FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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CondorCheapestR6 127AverageR10 736FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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EmiratesCheapestR8 017AverageR13 156FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR9 391AverageR10 231FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 586AverageR10 964FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 734AverageR11 869FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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KLMCheapestR10 212AverageR13 181FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapestR10 254AverageR13 025FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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EgyptairCheapestR10 352AverageR11 731FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR10 915AverageR11 891FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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