Cheap flights from Zurich to South Africa from R6 098

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 9/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZRH — JNB
Sep 2 — Sep 91
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Zurich to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Zurich to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 28 August 2025.

Round-trip from

R11 789

One-way from

R6 098

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

R17 215
Condor
  • Condor
  • 18/2-5/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 10m total
  • Zurich to South Africa
9/11
  • 9/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 35h 35m total
  • Zurich to South Africa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (R43 271 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (R12 722 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025

Find flight deals from Zurich to South Africa

Cheapest flights from Zurich to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Zurich to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 28 August 2025.

Wed 10/914:20ZRH - JNB
1 stop31h 00mKLM
Wed 17/923:15JNB - ZRH
1 stop23h 10mKLM
Deal found 28/8R12 001
Thu 30/1018:50ZRH - JNB
1 stop16h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 18/1123:59JNB - ZRH
1 stop23h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/8R12 036
Wed 17/97:00ZRH - JNB
1 stop14h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 28/1119:40JNB - ZRH
1 stop15h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/8R12 054
Wed 17/97:00ZRH - JNB
1 stop14h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 27/1119:40JNB - ZRH
1 stop27h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/8R12 072
Fri 5/97:00ZRH - JNB
1 stop14h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 18/918:50JNB - ZRH
1 stop19h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/8R12 142
Fri 19/919:25ZRH - JNB
1 stop25h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 27/1119:40JNB - ZRH
1 stop27h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/8R12 160
Mon 8/919:30ZRH - JNB
2 stops26h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 23/923:15JNB - ZRH
1 stop35h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/8R12 266
Tue 9/919:30ZRH - JNB
2 stops25h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 16/923:30JNB - ZRH
1 stop19h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/8R12 284
Thu 30/1020:15ZRH - JNB
2 stops15h 50mEthiopian Air
Tue 18/1114:30JNB - ZRH
2 stops18h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 28/8R12 301
Thu 25/921:00ZRH - JNB
2 stops16h 05mEthiopian Air
Mon 6/1014:30JNB - ZRH
2 stops17h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 27/8R12 319
Fri 31/106:30ZRH - JNB
1 stop28h 20mAir France
Tue 18/1119:40JNB - ZRH
1 stop15h 10mAir France
Deal found 28/8R12 354
Wed 19/1117:05ZRH - CPT
1 stop15h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 27/1112:30CPT - ZRH
1 stop22h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/8R13 203

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Zurich

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South Africa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Wed 18/2

16:50-8:15

1 stop14h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/3

20:45-9:30

1 stop13h 45m

R11 789

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Wed 10/9

14:20-21:20

1 stop31h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 17/9

23:15-22:25

1 stop23h 10m

R12 001

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Wed 29/10

10:45-11:50

1 stop24h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/11

19:40-17:50

1 stop23h 10m

R12 036

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Thu 11/9

7:00-21:20

1 stop14h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 18/9

23:15-16:45

1 stop17h 30m

R12 036

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Thu 18/9

7:00-21:20

1 stop14h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 28/11

19:40-9:50

1 stop15h 10m

R12 054

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Thu 30/10

14:35-10:50

1 stop19h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 18/11

19:10-22:20

1 stop28h 10m

R12 107

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Sun 14/9

19:25-21:20

1 stop25h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 24/9

18:50-10:25

1 stop15h 35m

R12 142

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Thu 25/9

7:00-21:20

1 stop14h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/10

18:50-10:25

1 stop15h 35m

R12 266

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Thu 30/10

20:15-13:05

2 stops15h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 18/11

14:30-7:40

2 stops18h 10m

R12 354

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Mon 29/9

21:00-13:05

2 stops16h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/10

14:30-8:20

2 stops17h 50m

R12 443

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Zurich to South Africa

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to South Africa (average of R89). Flying from Zurich to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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 ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Zurich 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 28 August 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Zurich to South Africa is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at midday tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 26% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from Zurich to South Africa

Explore weekly flight availability from Zurich 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 28 August 2025.

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

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 28 August 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Zurich to South Africa, such as KLM, SWISS, andTurkish Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Zurich to South Africa?

    Zurich (ZRH), located 9,4 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Zurich to South Africa.

  • How long is the flight from Zurich to South Africa?

    Departing from Zurich to South Africa will take you 14h 25m. Zurich and South Africa are separated by a distance of 8412 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Qatar Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R13 556. Ethiopian Air flights start at R13 821 while deals on KLM start at R13 945 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Zurich to South Africa?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Zurich to South Africa?

    Consider Air Canada (88%), SWISS (88%) or South African (88%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Zurich to South Africa.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to South Africa (average of R89). Flying from Zurich to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
CondorCheapestR4 259AverageR11 452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR9 256AverageR19 370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR12 513AverageR14 988FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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KLMCheapestR12 546AverageR17 528FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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SWISSCheapestR17 899AverageR26 489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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