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Cheap flights from Switzerland to South Africa from R5 129

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 11/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZRH — JNB
Mar 1 — Mar 81
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Switzerland to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Switzerland to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 30 January 2026.

Fri 22/515:45
GVA
-
JNB
1 stop14h 40m
Air Algerie
Sat 20/622:25
JNB
-
GVA
1 stop20h 35m
Air Algerie
Deal found 29/1R8 748
Fri 17/415:45
GVA
-
JNB
1 stop14h 40m
Air Algerie
Wed 6/522:25
JNB
-
GVA
1 stop16h 20m
Air Algerie
Deal found 28/1R8 906
Wed 10/622:35
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop33h 45m
Etihad Airways
Wed 17/69:50
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop21h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 29/1R9 283
Mon 23/221:35
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop33h 45m
Etihad Airways
Wed 11/39:50
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop33h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 29/1R9 472
Sun 3/515:00
GVA
-
JNB
1 stop16h 10m
Egyptair
Mon 25/521:45
JNB
-
GVA
1 stop16h 15m
Egyptair
Deal found 28/1R9 503
Sun 19/415:00
GVA
-
JNB
1 stop16h 10m
Egyptair
Fri 8/521:45
JNB
-
GVA
1 stop16h 15m
Egyptair
Deal found 28/1R9 598
Sun 3/515:00
GVA
-
JNB
1 stop16h 10m
Egyptair
Fri 22/521:45
JNB
-
GVA
1 stop16h 15m
Egyptair
Deal found 28/1R9 629
Tue 1/915:00
GVA
-
JNB
1 stop16h 10m
Egyptair
Mon 14/921:45
JNB
-
GVA
1 stop16h 15m
Egyptair
Deal found 29/1R9 771
Wed 2/911:10
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop21h 10m
Etihad Airways
Wed 28/109:50
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop21h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 29/1R9 802
Tue 1/922:35
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop33h 45m
Etihad Airways
Tue 27/109:50
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop21h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 29/1R10 070
Tue 10/210:45
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop20h 35m
Etihad Airways
Wed 25/29:50
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop21h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 28/1R10 086
Tue 18/822:35
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop33h 45m
Etihad Airways
Mon 7/99:50
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop27h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 28/1R10 101

Find flight deals from Switzerland to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Switzerland to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 30 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R8 748

One-way from

R5 114

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

R14 397
Air Algerie
  • Air Algerie
  • 22/5-20/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 15m total
  • Switzerland to South Africa
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5/3
  • 5/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 23h 35m total
  • Switzerland to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R10 551 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R6 284 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Mon 23/2

21:35-8:20

1 stop33h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/3

9:50-18:20

1 stop33h 30m

R9 472

BaselJohannesburg

BSL - JNB

BSLJNB

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Wed 10/6

10:40-10:30

1 stop23h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 17/6

18:00-9:45

1 stop15h 45m

R10 715

BaselJohannesburg

BSL - JNB

BSLJNB

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Mon 23/2

18:05-10:50

1 stop15h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/3

19:05-10:00

1 stop15h 55m

R10 746

BaselJohannesburg

BSL - JNB

BSLJNB

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Wed 11/3

15:50-10:25

1 stop17h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/3

19:35-10:10

1 stop15h 35m

R11 329

BaselJohannesburg

BSL - JNB

BSLJNB

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Sat 28/2

7:10-7:35

1 stop23h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/3

22:00-21:30

1 stop24h 30m

R11 549

BaselJohannesburg

BSL - JNB

BSLJNB

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Mon 2/3

16:00-10:25

1 stop17h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/3

22:00-18:40

1 stop21h 40m

R11 643

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Thu 30/4

14:30-9:25

1 stop18h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 26/5

21:15-14:40

1 stop17h 25m

R11 659

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Sun 3/5

18:20-9:25

1 stop15h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 26/5

21:15-14:40

1 stop17h 25m

R11 659

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Wed 29/4

15:30-9:25

1 stop17h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/5

21:15-20:50

1 stop23h 35m

R11 659

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Thu 7/5

13:10-7:00

1 stop17h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 16/5

21:15-9:35

1 stop36h 20m

R11 659

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Best time to book a flight from Switzerland to South Africa

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Switzerland to South Africa?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Switzerland to South Africa (average of R4 232). Flying from Switzerland to South Africa in January is currently the most expensive (average of R9 252). 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 CH to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Switzerland to South Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 30 January 2026.

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

Weekly flight availability from Switzerland to South Africa

Explore weekly flight availability from Switzerland to South Africa. 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 30 January 2026.

The most flights from CH0 to ZA0 are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

How often are flights from Switzerland to South Africa delayed?

About 12% of weekly flights between Switzerland and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 88 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Switzerland to South Africa flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Switzerland to South Africa flights?

Over the past year, SWISS have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 11% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated 30 January 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM, SWISS, andTurkish Airlines from Switzerland to South Africa 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.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 443 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
SWISS
7,6
Good
1 864 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 207 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 705 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Condor
6,4
Okay
399 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Switzerland to South Africa. 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 Switzerland to South Africa?

    There are many flights that can get you from Switzerland to South Africa in 19h 25m. Fly via Etihad Airways, Turkish Airlines, or British Airways to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 8451 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Condor, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R6 573. However, be on the lookout for offers from Egyptair and Ethiopian Air, as they are both options that can get you from Switzerland to South Africa for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Switzerland to South Africa 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 Switzerland to South Africa?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Switzerland to South Africa (average of R4 232). Flying from Switzerland to South Africa in January is currently the most expensive (average of R9 252). 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 Switzerland to South Africa

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Switzerland to South Africa. 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 30 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
CondorCheapestR3 791AverageR13 781FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapestR9 372AverageR10 032FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapestR11 225AverageR15 491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 129AverageR17 616FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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SWISSCheapestR16 805AverageR23 627FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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