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Cheap flights from Zurich to South Africa from R6 688

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 24/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZRH — JNB
Apr 19 — Apr 261
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 20 März 2026.

Mi 4/1118:35
ZRH
-
JNB
2 stops38h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Sa 21/1119:10
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop19h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 16/3R11 603
Di 21/48:00
ZRH
-
CPT
1 stop24h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Di 19/59:00
CPT
-
ZRH
2 stops30h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/3R11 620
Do 5/1110:40
ZRH
-
JNB
2 stops22h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Sa 21/1113:30
JNB
-
ZRH
2 stops25h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 16/3R11 620
Fr 18/911:20
ZRH
-
CPT
1 stop20h 05m
Condor
Fr 25/917:45
CPT
-
ZRH
1 stop15h 05m
Condor
Deal found 18/3R11 755
Fr 11/913:40
ZRH
-
JNB
2 stops20h 00m
Turkish Airlines
So 27/918:00
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop28h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 16/3R11 755
Do 5/1110:40
ZRH
-
JNB
2 stops22h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Do 26/1119:10
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop28h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 16/3R11 772
Fr 21/818:30
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop15h 20m
Air Europa
Di 8/918:55
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop15h 10m
Air Europa
Deal found 16/3R11 823
Do 11/67:40
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop26h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Mo 15/618:00
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop28h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 15/3R11 873
Do 14/516:45
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop16h 00m
Condor
So 17/518:35
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop14h 15m
Condor
Deal found 16/3R11 958
Sa 7/116:45
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop27h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Mi 25/1119:05
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop19h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 16/3R11 975
Di 3/1115:00
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop15h 35m
British Airways
Fr 27/1122:00
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop18h 45m
British Airways
Deal found 16/3R12 059
So 10/520:40
ZRH
-
CPT
1 stop24h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Di 26/513:00
CPT
-
ZRH
1 stop25h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/3R12 279

Find 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 20 März 2026.

Round-trip from

R11 620

One-way from

R6 688

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

June

Average price

R23 206
21/4-19/5
  • 21/4-19/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 54h 40m total
  • Zurich to South Africa
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24/5
  • 24/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 50m total
  • Zurich to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (R38 848 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (R11 601 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Zurich 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 20 März 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Do 11/6

7:40-10:30

1 stop26h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mo 15/6

18:00-22:20

1 stop28h 20m

R11 873

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Mi 29/4

21:00-13:05

2 stops16h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fr 8/5

14:30-8:20

2 stops17h 50m

R14 170

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Mo 17/8

18:30-9:50

1 stop15h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Di 8/9

18:55-10:05

1 stop15h 10m

R14 626

ZurichPort Elizabeth

ZRH - PLZ

ZRHPLZ

Zurich

Mi 29/4

10:50-19:00

2 stops32h 10m

Port Elizabeth

Mi 6/5

10:20-14:15

3 stops27h 55m

R15 876

ZurichPort Elizabeth

ZRH - PLZ

ZRHPLZ

Zurich

Do 11/6

20:55-15:05

2 stops42h 10m

Port Elizabeth

Mo 15/6

18:55-14:40

2 stops43h 45m

R16 214

ZurichCape Town

ZRH - CPT

ZRHCPT

Zurich

Mi 13/5

21:00-14:35

2 stops17h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mo 25/5

13:50-8:20

2 stops18h 30m

R16 315

ZurichDurban

ZRH - DUR

ZRHDUR

Zurich

Fr 1/5

15:50-10:35

2 stops18h 45m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fr 8/5

12:05-8:05

2 stops20h 00m

R16 704

ZurichDurban

ZRH - DUR

ZRHDUR

Zurich

Sa 2/5

9:40-10:35

2 stops24h 55m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sa 9/5

12:05-8:05

2 stops20h 00m

R16 805

ZurichCape Town

ZRH - CPT

ZRHCPT

Zurich

Fr 24/4

21:00-14:35

2 stops17h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Do 14/5

15:25-8:20

2 stops16h 55m

R16 839

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Do 11/6

16:40-14:20

2 stops21h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mo 15/6

16:50-14:20

2 stops21h 30m

R16 889

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Best time to book a flight from Zurich to South Africa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to South Africa from Zurich with our price prediction graph.
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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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to South Africa (average of R4 408). Flying from Zurich to South Africa in January is currently the most expensive (average of R9 644). 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 20 März 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Zurich to South Africa as you normally would.

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 20 März 2026.

The most flights from ZRH to ZA0 are scheduled on a Wednesday (5 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 Zurich to South Africa delayed?

About 10% of weekly flights between Zurich and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 85 minutes.

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

Over the past year, SWISS have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 8% 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 20 März 2026.
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.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 475 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
KLM
7,8
Good
1 475 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 475 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 901 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 475 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 260 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 475 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 804 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 475 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Condor
6,5
Okay
401 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 475 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Zurich to South Africa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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 20m. 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 Condor, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R7 072. Ethiopian Air flights start at R8 286 while deals on Qatar Airways start at R9 767 one-way.

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

    The most popular flight routes from Zurich to South Africa are Zurich - Cape Town Intl, Zurich - Johannesburg OR Tambo and Zurich - Johannesburg Lanseria.

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

    Consider Air Canada (85%), SWISS (85%) or South African (85%) 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to South Africa (average of R4 408). Flying from Zurich to South Africa in January is currently the most expensive (average of R9 644). 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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Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Zurich 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 20 März 2026.
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CondorCheapestR4 070AverageR14 793FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapestR10 623AverageR12 492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapestR12 049AverageR16 226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR14 093AverageR19 963FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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SWISSCheapestR18 106AverageR26 443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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