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Cheap flights from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R6 115

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 24/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZRH — JNB
Nov 13 — Nov 201
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in June or May, booked 18 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Zurich to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Zurich (ZRH) to OR Tambo (JNB). 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 14 October 2025.

Round-trip from

R10 879

One-way from

R6 115

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

R17 965

Good round-trip deal

R30 478 or less
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 21/11-4/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 50h 10m total
  • Zurich to Johannesburg
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24/11
  • 24/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 43h 15m total
  • Zurich to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R25 071 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R9 784 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
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Cheapest flights from Zurich to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Zurich to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 14 October 2025.

Fri 21/116:45ZRH - JNB
1 stop27h 05mTurkish Airlines
Thu 4/1219:10JNB - ZRH
1 stop23h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 13/10R10 879
Thu 13/1110:45ZRH - JNB
1 stop20h 35mEtihad Airways
Mon 24/119:50JNB - ZRH
1 stop21h 40mEtihad Airways
Deal found 12/10R10 914
Mon 10/1115:10ZRH - JNB
1 stop16h 10mEtihad Airways
Fri 21/119:50JNB - ZRH
1 stop21h 40mEtihad Airways
Deal found 14/10R10 931
Sat 15/1111:40ZRH - JNB
1 stop18h 55mBritish Airways
Mon 1/1222:00JNB - ZRH
1 stop21h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/10R11 001
Sun 9/1110:45ZRH - JNB
1 stop20h 35mEtihad Airways
Tue 18/119:50JNB - ZRH
1 stop28h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 13/10R11 035
Sun 2/1111:15ZRH - JNB
1 stop19h 20mBritish Airways
Sat 22/1119:35JNB - ZRH
1 stop20h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/10R11 087
Thu 27/1116:05ZRH - JNB
1 stop17h 20mBritish Airways
Thu 4/1222:00JNB - ZRH
1 stop23h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/10R11 139
Sun 16/1114:35ZRH - JNB
1 stop19h 15mTurkish Airlines
Sun 30/1119:05JNB - ZRH
1 stop28h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 13/10R11 226
Sun 16/1112:40ZRH - JNB
1 stop17h 55mBritish Airways
Sun 30/1119:35JNB - ZRH
1 stop17h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/10R11 330
Sat 1/1113:45ZRH - JNB
1 stop16h 50mBritish Airways
Tue 11/1119:35JNB - ZRH
1 stop14h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/10R11 399
Sat 15/1113:45ZRH - JNB
1 stop19h 40mBritish Airways
Thu 20/1122:00JNB - ZRH
1 stop18h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 14/10R11 468
Mon 27/1010:45ZRH - JNB
1 stop20h 35mEtihad Airways
Thu 13/119:50JNB - ZRH
1 stop21h 40mEtihad Airways
Deal found 12/10R11 624

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that are best for you.

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Zurich

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OR Tambo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Thu 13/11

6:00-7:35

1 stop24h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 23/11

19:35-9:40

1 stop15h 05m

R11 468

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Sat 31/1

16:10-7:35

1 stop14h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/2

19:35-15:30

1 stop20h 55m

R11 486

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Sat 8/11

14:15-22:05

1 stop30h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 17/11

19:20-17:50

1 stop23h 30m

R12 127

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Wed 5/11

15:10-8:20

1 stop16h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 14/11

9:50-6:30

1 stop21h 40m

R12 386

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Tue 4/11

15:40-14:20

2 stops45h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 14/11

20:20-13:40

1 stop18h 20m

R13 564

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Thu 8/1

19:10-22:05

1 stop25h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/2

23:59-13:30

1 stop14h 31m

R14 673

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Sun 8/3

10:40-10:50

1 stop23h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/4

18:00-12:35

1 stop18h 35m

R15 002

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Mon 10/11

20:15-13:05

2 stops15h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 17/11

14:30-7:40

2 stops18h 10m

R15 990

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Sun 9/11

20:15-13:05

2 stops15h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/11

14:30-7:40

2 stops18h 10m

R16 319

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Wed 12/11

15:10-8:20

1 stop16h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 21/11

9:50-9:55

2 stops25h 05m

R16 475

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Best time to book a flight from Zurich to OR Tambo

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Zurich to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on 10 October 2025.

Booking 18 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. 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 Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R4 504). Flying from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of R11 988). 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 JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Zurich to OR Tambo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 14 October 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 55% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo. Reviews last updated 14 October 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, such as KLM, SWISS, andTurkish Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 402 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

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.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 402 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 402 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

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.
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 772 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 402 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

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.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 009 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 402 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

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.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
873 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 402 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

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.
Condor
6,4
Okay
375 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 402 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

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

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    If you book a flight to Johannesburg OR Tambo from Zurich, you will be flying from Zurich, which is the city’s only airport. Zurich (ZRH) is located 9,4 km from the centre of Zurich. There are 3 flights from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo per day from 5 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    A quick flight from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport can take about 16h 10m. British Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R12 386. The distance between Zurich and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is about 8412 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is Condor. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R4 174 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Turkish Airlines and Ethiopian Air, starting at R9 072 and R12 265 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for 75% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Before booking your flight to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from Zurich, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air Canada (77%), SWISS (77%), South African( 77%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for R29 633. While the most popular route (Zurich - Johannesburg OR Tambo) can be booked for R8 211 on average, our data indicates R30 478 when flying from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Zurich to OR Tambo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Zurich to OR Tambo flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Zurich to OR Tambo?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Zurich to OR Tambo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Zurich to OR Tambo 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R4 504). Flying from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of R11 988). 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 5 airlines flying from Zurich to OR Tambo

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Zurich to OR Tambo. 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 14 October 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
CondorCheapestR4 174AverageR11 224FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR9 072AverageR18 103FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR12 265AverageR13 678FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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KLMCheapestR12 297AverageR14 559FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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SWISSCheapestR17 544AverageR25 559FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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