Cheap flights from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R8 825
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 30/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZRH — JNB
Jun 18 — Jun 251
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in November or August, booked 55 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Monday
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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 19 May 2026.
Thu 19/1110:40
ZRH
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JNB
2 stops22h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 29/1113:30
JNB
-
ZRH
2 stops25h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 16/5R10 590
Tue 16/613:35
ZRH
-
JNB
2 stops20h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 23/613:30
JNB
-
ZRH
2 stops24h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 14/5R10 656
Mon 22/610:45
ZRH
-
JNB
2 stops22h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 8/718:00
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop15h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 15/5R10 773
Wed 3/613:40
ZRH
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JNB
2 stops20h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 16/613:30
JNB
-
ZRH
2 stops24h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 15/5R10 790
Tue 2/67:40
ZRH
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JNB
2 stops26h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 10/613:30
JNB
-
ZRH
2 stops32h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 14/5R10 806
Fri 5/615:10
ZRH
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JNB
2 stops42h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 14/613:30
JNB
-
ZRH
2 stops32h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 14/5R10 923
Wed 3/613:40
ZRH
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JNB
2 stops20h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 21/613:30
JNB
-
ZRH
2 stops24h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 19/5R10 939
Mon 15/615:10
ZRH
-
JNB
2 stops42h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 23/613:30
JNB
-
ZRH
2 stops32h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 16/5R10 989
Wed 10/613:40
ZRH
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JNB
2 stops20h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 21/613:30
JNB
-
ZRH
2 stops24h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 18/5R11 006
Best flights from Zurich to OR Tambo
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Zurich to OR Tambo that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 19 May 2026.
Wed 10/67:40
ZRH
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JNB
1 stop26h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 19/613:30
JNB
-
ZRH
2 stops24h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 18/5R12 538
Mon 22/614:20
ZRH
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JNB
1 stop31h 00m
KLM
Wed 8/718:00
JNB
-
ZRH
2 stops19h 40m
KLM
Deal found 18/5R15 135
Mon 1/621:00
ZRH
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JNB
2 stops16h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 7/614:30
JNB
-
ZRH
2 stops17h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 18/5R15 368
Thu 8/1011:20
ZRH
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JNB
1 stop21h 25m
Condor
Wed 14/1018:35
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop21h 05m
Condor
Deal found 17/5R16 650
Sun 4/1018:20
ZRH
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JNB
1 stop15h 05m
British Airways
Wed 14/1021:15
JNB
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ZRH
1 stop22h 50m
British Airways
Deal found 16/5R19 981
Sat 30/521:00
ZRH
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JNB
2 stops16h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 5/614:30
JNB
-
ZRH
2 stops17h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 15/5R15 518
Fri 5/615:10
ZRH
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JNB
1 stop19h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 15/613:30
JNB
-
ZRH
2 stops32h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 15/5R16 734
Sat 19/97:40
ZRH
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JNB
1 stop26h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 18/1213:30
JNB
-
ZRH
2 stops25h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 17/5R18 049
Wed 3/621:00
ZRH
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JNB
3 stops27h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 16/614:30
JNB
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ZRH
2 stops17h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 15/5R20 430
Mon 19/1013:40
ZRH
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JNB
2 stops20h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 30/1019:05
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop19h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 15/5R19 564
Tue 29/913:35
ZRH
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JNB
2 stops20h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 14/1018:00
JNB
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ZRH
1 stop15h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 16/5R19 681
Fri 9/1015:10
ZRH
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JNB
2 stops42h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 25/1019:05
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop19h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 19/5R19 881
Direct flights from Zurich to OR Tambo
Explore direct flight options from Zurich to OR Tambo based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 19 May 2026.
Mon 22/622:30
ZRH
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JNB
Nonstop10h 50m
SWISS
Wed 8/719:20
JNB
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ZRH
Nonstop10h 55m
SWISS
Deal found 16/5R19 165
Wed 4/1122:40
ZRH
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JNB
Nonstop10h 50m
SWISS
Wed 18/1120:15
JNB
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ZRH
Nonstop10h 55m
SWISS
Deal found 18/5R19 514
Sun 28/622:30
ZRH
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JNB
Nonstop10h 50m
SWISS
Tue 14/719:20
JNB
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ZRH
Nonstop10h 50m
SWISS
Deal found 14/5R20 180
Wed 14/1022:30
ZRH
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JNB
Nonstop10h 50m
SWISS
Tue 3/1120:15
JNB
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ZRH
Nonstop10h 55m
SWISS
Deal found 15/5R20 347
Mon 19/1022:30
ZRH
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JNB
Nonstop10h 50m
SWISS
Mon 2/1120:15
JNB
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ZRH
Nonstop10h 55m
SWISS
Deal found 17/5R20 597
Fri 26/622:30
ZRH
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JNB
Nonstop10h 50m
SWISS
Sun 12/719:20
JNB
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ZRH
Nonstop10h 55m
SWISS
Deal found 16/5R20 680
Last-minute flights from Zurich to OR Tambo
Discover last-minute flight deals from Zurich to OR Tambo. Data last updated 19 May 2026 and is based on user searches.
Mon 25/511:20
ZRH
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JNB
1 stop20h 10m
Condor
Tue 26/518:35
JNB
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ZRH
1 stop14h 15m
Condor
Deal found 15/5R12 721
Wed 27/521:55
ZRH
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JNB
2 stops34h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/618:35
JNB
-
ZRH
2 stops26h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/5R12 987
Wed 27/515:10
ZRH
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JNB
2 stops42h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 11/613:30
JNB
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ZRH
2 stops24h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 18/5R14 686
Thu 28/516:45
ZRH
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JNB
1 stop16h 00m
Condor
Fri 12/618:35
JNB
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ZRH
1 stop14h 15m
Condor
Deal found 16/5R14 186
Thu 28/511:20
ZRH
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JNB
1 stop21h 25m
Condor
Sun 14/618:35
JNB
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ZRH
1 stop14h 15m
Condor
Deal found 18/5R14 453
Thu 28/521:00
ZRH
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JNB
2 stops16h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 11/614:30
JNB
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ZRH
2 stops17h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 18/5R14 702
Fri 29/514:20
ZRH
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JNB
1 stop31h 00m
KLM
Sun 14/623:15
JNB
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ZRH
1 stop35h 50m
KLM
Deal found 18/5R14 886
One-way flights from Zurich to OR Tambo
Search for one-way flight options from Zurich to OR Tambo. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 19 May 2026.
Sat 30/511:20
ZRH
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JNB
1 stop20h 30m
Condor
Deal found 16/5R8 825
Sun 15/1115:10
ZRH
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JNB
1 stop16h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 18/5R8 941
Tue 20/1016:15
ZRH
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JNB
1 stop16h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 18/5R9 224
Thu 22/1022:35
ZRH
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JNB
1 stop33h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 18/5R9 274
Mon 17/822:35
ZRH
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JNB
1 stop33h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 18/5R9 341
Wed 21/1016:15
ZRH
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JNB
1 stop16h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 18/5R9 408
Sat 15/822:35
ZRH
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JNB
1 stop33h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 15/5R9 507
Find 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 19 May 2026.
Customise your flight search to find flights from Zurich to OR Tambo that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 19 May 2026.
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ZurichJohannesburg
ZRH - JNB
ZRHJNB
Zurich
Wed 10/6
7:40-10:30
1 stop26h 50m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 19/6
13:30-14:15
2 stops24h 45m
R12 538
ZurichJohannesburg
ZRH - JNB
ZRHJNB
Zurich
Mon 22/6
14:20-21:20
1 stop31h 00m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 8/7
18:00-13:40
2 stops19h 40m
R15 135
Fastest return journey
ZurichJohannesburg
ZRH - JNB
ZRHJNB
Zurich
Mon 1/6
21:00-13:25
2 stops16h 25m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 7/6
14:30-8:20
2 stops17h 50m
R15 368
ZurichJohannesburg
ZRH - JNB
ZRHJNB
Zurich
Sat 30/5
21:00-13:25
2 stops16h 25m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 5/6
14:30-8:20
2 stops17h 50m
R15 518
ZurichJohannesburg
ZRH - JNB
ZRHJNB
Zurich
Thu 8/10
11:20-8:45
1 stop21h 25m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 14/10
18:35-15:40
1 stop21h 05m
R16 650
ZurichJohannesburg
ZRH - JNB
ZRHJNB
Zurich
Fri 5/6
15:10-10:30
1 stop19h 20m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 15/6
13:30-22:20
2 stops32h 50m
R16 734
ZurichJohannesburg
ZRH - JNB
ZRHJNB
Zurich
Sat 19/9
7:40-10:30
1 stop26h 50m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 18/12
13:30-13:40
2 stops25h 10m
R18 049
ZurichJohannesburg
ZRH - JNB
ZRHJNB
Zurich
Mon 19/10
13:40-9:40
2 stops20h 00m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 30/10
19:05-13:40
1 stop19h 35m
R19 564
ZurichJohannesburg
ZRH - JNB
ZRHJNB
Zurich
Tue 29/9
13:35-9:40
2 stops20h 05m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 14/10
18:00-9:50
1 stop15h 50m
R19 681
ZurichJohannesburg
ZRH - JNB
ZRHJNB
Zurich
Fri 9/10
15:10-9:40
2 stops42h 30m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 25/10
19:05-13:40
1 stop19h 35m
R19 881
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
Booking 54 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R12 371). Flying from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of R22 278). 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 19 May 2026.
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport as you normally would.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
Weekly flight availability from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport
Explore weekly flight availability from Zurich to OR Tambo. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 19 May 2026.
The most flights from ZRH to JNB are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).
How often are flights from Zurich to Johannesburg delayed?
About 6% of weekly flights between Zurich and Johannesburg have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 76 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Zurich to Johannesburg flights?
Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Zurich to Johannesburg flights?
Over the past year, SWISS have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 6% of flights being delayed.
What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
Share of one-stop return flights from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.
Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 45% of one-stop itineraries from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
Average return fare for one-stop flights from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.
Frankfurt am Main (FRA) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of R13 312.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Amsterdam (AMS) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 14h 20m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via London (LHR) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 20m.
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 19 May 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, such as KLM,SWISS, andQatar Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
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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 2 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 25m. Turkish Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R15 368. 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 606 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are British Airways and KLM, starting at R10 472 and R11 878 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for 70% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport one-way?
One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as R6 956 on Condor. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Ethiopian Air from R8 169 and Turkish Airlines from R11 386 one-way.
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 (92%), SWISS (92%), South African( 92%).
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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R12 371). Flying from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of R22 278). 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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