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Cheap flights from Switzerland to South Africa from R6 848

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 13/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZRH — JNB
Aug 12 — Aug 191
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Switzerland to South Africa

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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 13 July 2026.

Fri 20/1110:45
BSL
-
JNB
2 stops21h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 6/1213:30
JNB
-
BSL
2 stops45h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 13/7R10 215
Wed 23/916:40
ZRH
-
CPT
1 stop15h 45m
Condor
Wed 30/917:40
CPT
-
ZRH
1 stop15h 10m
Condor
Deal found 12/7R10 232
Thu 1/1016:45
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop16h 00m
Condor
Tue 22/1219:30
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop16h 50m
Condor
Deal found 9/7R10 313
Wed 12/815:55
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop16h 25m
Etihad Airways
Wed 19/89:45
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop27h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 10/7R10 508
Sun 6/915:55
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop16h 25m
Etihad Airways
Mon 21/99:45
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop27h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/7R10 606
Wed 9/1217:20
ZRH
-
CPT
1 stop16h 25m
Condor
Thu 24/1218:35
CPT
-
ZRH
1 stop17h 45m
Condor
Deal found 10/7R10 671
Wed 23/915:55
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop16h 25m
Etihad Airways
Thu 8/109:45
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop27h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/7R10 768
Tue 1/915:55
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop16h 25m
Etihad Airways
Fri 20/119:50
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop28h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 13/7R10 801
Tue 25/811:20
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop20h 10m
Condor
Sun 6/918:35
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop14h 15m
Condor
Deal found 10/7R10 850
Sun 16/815:55
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop16h 25m
Etihad Airways
Sat 29/89:45
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop27h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/7R10 964
Wed 16/911:20
ZRH
-
CPT
1 stop21h 05m
Condor
Tue 29/917:45
CPT
-
ZRH
1 stop15h 05m
Condor
Deal found 11/7R10 980
Sun 30/815:55
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop16h 25m
Etihad Airways
Wed 18/119:50
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop28h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 13/7R11 224

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 13 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R10 232

One-way from

R6 848

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R20 333
Condor
  • Condor
  • 23/9-30/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 30h 55m total
  • Switzerland to South Africa
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13/9
  • 13/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 26h 40m total
  • Switzerland to South Africa
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High demand for flights, 2% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R7 362 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Switzerland to South Africa 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 13 July 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

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GenevaJohannesburg

GVA - JNB

GVAJNB

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Tue 25/8

11:55-10:20

2 stops22h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/9

18:50-8:20

1 stop13h 30m

R12 070

GenevaJohannesburg

GVA - JNB

GVAJNB

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Mon 16/11

10:50-10:50

1 stop23h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/11

19:55-9:50

1 stop14h 55m

R12 216

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Tue 25/8

14:20-10:20

2 stops20h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/9

23:15-16:45

1 stop17h 30m

R12 281

ZurichDurban

ZRH - DUR

ZRHDUR

Zurich

Tue 29/9

15:55-12:15

2 stops20h 20m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 14/10

7:00-13:20

2 stops30h 20m

R12 314

ZurichDurban

ZRH - DUR

ZRHDUR

Zurich

Sun 13/9

15:55-12:15

2 stops20h 20m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 19/9

7:00-13:20

2 stops30h 20m

R12 785

GenevaJohannesburg

GVA - JNB

GVAJNB

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Mon 16/11

14:10-15:35

2 stops24h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/11

13:45-6:15

1 stop17h 30m

R12 802

ZurichDurban

ZRH - DUR

ZRHDUR

Zurich

Sat 22/8

21:25-12:15

2 stops38h 50m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 29/8

7:00-7:10

2 stops24h 10m

R12 981

ZurichPort Elizabeth

ZRH - PLZ

ZRHPLZ

Zurich

Sun 30/8

7:00-18:25

2 stops35h 25m

Port Elizabeth

Thu 10/9

19:00-16:45

2 stops21h 45m

R14 005

BaselJohannesburg

BSL - JNB

BSLJNB

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Thu 3/9

10:40-9:40

2 stops23h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 16/9

13:30-18:15

2 stops28h 45m

R14 054

GenevaCape Town

GVA - CPT

GVACPT

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Sun 15/11

7:10-22:40

1 stop14h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 26/11

0:30-17:20

2 stops17h 50m

R14 103

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Best time to book a flight from Switzerland to South Africa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to South Africa from Switzerland with our price prediction graph.
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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 018). Flying from Switzerland to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R28 336). 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 13 July 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 13 July 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 9% of weekly flights between Switzerland and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 91 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the morning 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?

Monday 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 Switzerland to South Africa flights?

Over the past year, SWISS have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 6% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Switzerland to South Africa?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Switzerland to South Africa, you should look to book at least 54 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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 13 July 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM,Qatar Airways, andBritish Airways 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
7,8
Good
1 538 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
KLM
7,8
Good
1 538 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 538 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 742 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 538 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 106 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 538 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Condor
6,6
Okay
508 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 538 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

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 20h. Fly via Air Europa, KLM, or Iberia to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 8412 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 R7 817. However, be on the lookout for offers from Ethiopian Air and Turkish Airlines, 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 018). Flying from Switzerland to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R28 336). 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 4 airlines flying from Switzerland to South Africa

Discover the top 4 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 13 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
CondorCheapestR4 499AverageR13 754FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapestR10 231AverageR12 031FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapestR11 604AverageR16 330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR13 237AverageR18 647FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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