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Cheap flights from Switzerland to South Africa from R6 259

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 28/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZRH — JNB
Feb 9 — Feb 161
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap 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 10 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R8 208

One-way from

R6 259

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

R15 260
Egyptair
  • Egyptair
  • 19/4-1/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 25m total
  • Switzerland to South Africa
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28/1
  • 28/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 23h 25m total
  • Switzerland to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R9 329 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R6 608 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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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 10 January 2026.

Sun 19/415:00GVA - JNB
1 stop16h 10mEgyptair
Fri 1/521:45JNB - GVA
1 stop16h 15mEgyptair
Deal found 8/1R8 208
Sat 18/415:00GVA - JNB
1 stop16h 10mEgyptair
Fri 1/521:45JNB - GVA
1 stop16h 15mEgyptair
Deal found 8/1R8 918
Fri 29/515:45GVA - JNB
1 stop16h 55mAir Algerie
Mon 15/622:25JNB - GVA
1 stop16h 20mAir Algerie
Deal found 8/1R9 116
Tue 26/515:00GVA - JNB
1 stop16h 10mEgyptair
Mon 15/621:45JNB - GVA
1 stop16h 15mEgyptair
Deal found 8/1R9 529
Sat 16/511:20ZRH - JNB
1 stop20h 30mCondor
Wed 27/518:35JNB - ZRH
1 stop26h 15mCondor
Deal found 9/1R9 645
Mon 2/216:50ZRH - JNB
1 stop14h 25mCondor
Tue 10/220:45JNB - ZRH
1 stop19h 35mCondor
Deal found 8/1R9 843
Tue 26/515:00GVA - JNB
1 stop16h 10mEgyptair
Fri 12/621:45JNB - GVA
1 stop16h 15mEgyptair
Deal found 8/1R10 173
Mon 2/316:50ZRH - JNB
1 stop14h 25mCondor
Thu 19/320:45JNB - ZRH
1 stop19h 35mCondor
Deal found 9/1R11 032
Sat 7/311:35ZRH - JNB
1 stop19h 40mCondor
Sun 22/320:45JNB - ZRH
1 stop13h 45mCondor
Deal found 9/1R11 329
Mon 16/216:50ZRH - JNB
1 stop14h 25mCondor
Tue 3/320:45JNB - ZRH
1 stop13h 45mCondor
Deal found 9/1R11 511
Mon 16/216:50ZRH - JNB
1 stop14h 25mCondor
Thu 19/220:45JNB - ZRH
1 stop13h 45mCondor
Deal found 9/1R12 006
Wed 11/28:15ZRH - JNB
2 stops23h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 19/39:50JNB - ZRH
1 stop21h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/1R12 106

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South Africa

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Return

Price

GenevaJohannesburg

GVA - JNB

GVAJNB

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Fri 29/5

15:45-8:40

1 stop16h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/6

22:25-14:45

1 stop16h 20m

R9 116

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Sat 16/5

11:20-7:50

1 stop20h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 27/5

18:35-20:50

1 stop26h 15m

R9 645

GenevaJohannesburg

GVA - JNB

GVAJNB

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Tue 26/5

15:00-7:10

1 stop16h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 12/6

21:45-14:00

1 stop16h 15m

R10 173

GenevaJohannesburg

GVA - JNB

GVAJNB

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Wed 15/4

15:35-8:35

1 stop17h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/4

8:45-23:15

1 stop14h 30m

R12 898

GenevaJohannesburg

GVA - JNB

GVAJNB

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Mon 2/3

9:20-7:05

1 stop20h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/3

10:10-23:05

1 stop13h 55m

R12 997

GenevaJohannesburg

GVA - JNB

GVAJNB

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Sat 28/2

14:20-7:10

3 stops39h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/3

19:45-18:15

2 stops23h 30m

R13 014

GenevaCape Town

GVA - CPT

GVACPT

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Tue 20/1

14:35-21:55

1 stop30h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/2

8:00-8:25

1 stop25h 25m

R13 030

GenevaCape Town

GVA - CPT

GVACPT

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Wed 21/1

9:10-21:55

1 stop35h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/2

23:45-16:40

1 stop17h 55m

R13 030

BaselCape Town

BSL - CPT

BSLCPT

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Sat 14/3

10:55-14:35

2 stops26h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/3

17:15-17:10

1 stop24h 55m

R13 080

GenevaCape Town

GVA - CPT

GVACPT

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Sat 28/2

15:25-17:25

1 stop25h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/3

12:35-6:15

1 stop18h 40m

R13 146

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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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Switzerland to South Africa (average of R4 327). Flying from Switzerland to South Africa in March is currently the most expensive (average of R10 487). 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 10 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 10 January 2026.

The most flights from CH0 to ZA0 are scheduled on a Tuesday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 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 103 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?

Friday 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 10% 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 10 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
1 435 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
KLM
7,7
Good
1 435 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 435 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 846 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 435 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 157 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 435 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

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
7 667 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 435 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Condor
6,4
Okay
398 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 435 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

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 16h 10m. Fly via Air Algerie, Condor, or Egyptair to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 8344 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 899. 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Switzerland to South Africa (average of R4 327). Flying from Switzerland to South Africa in March is currently the most expensive (average of R10 487). 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 6 airlines flying from Switzerland to South Africa

Discover the top 6 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 10 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
CondorCheapestR4 293AverageR14 397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapestR9 837AverageR10 530FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR11 692AverageR13 297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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KLMCheapestR11 782AverageR16 257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 780AverageR18 491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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SWISSCheapestR16 725AverageR23 228FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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