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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Switzerland from R5 260

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 15/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ZRH
Mar 29 — Apr 51
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Switzerland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Switzerland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 27 February 2026.

Thu 12/314:30
JNB
-
ZRH
2 stops18h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 19/320:15
ZRH
-
JNB
2 stops15h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 24/2R9 758
Mon 16/314:30
JNB
-
ZRH
2 stops18h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 31/321:00
ZRH
-
JNB
2 stops16h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 25/2R9 806
Tue 24/314:30
JNB
-
ZRH
2 stops18h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 31/321:00
ZRH
-
JNB
2 stops16h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 24/2R9 822
Mon 23/314:30
JNB
-
ZRH
2 stops18h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 31/321:00
ZRH
-
JNB
2 stops16h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 26/2R9 838
Tue 14/414:30
JNB
-
ZRH
2 stops19h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 24/421:00
ZRH
-
JNB
2 stops16h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/2R9 854
Tue 2/614:30
JNB
-
ZRH
2 stops17h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 11/621:00
ZRH
-
JNB
2 stops16h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 27/2R9 885
Wed 18/39:50
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop21h 40m
Etihad Airways
Thu 9/411:35
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop20h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 24/2R9 933
Thu 14/517:50
JNB
-
GVA
1 stop15h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 22/514:40
GVA
-
JNB
1 stop19h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 25/2R9 949
Sun 8/314:30
JNB
-
ZRH
2 stops18h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 15/320:15
ZRH
-
JNB
2 stops15h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 26/2R10 012
Thu 19/39:50
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop21h 40m
Etihad Airways
Thu 9/416:15
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop16h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 27/2R10 092
Tue 12/522:20
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop21h 45m
Emirates
Tue 19/522:00
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop22h 35m
Emirates
Deal found 25/2R10 108
Fri 6/314:30
JNB
-
ZRH
2 stops18h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 13/320:15
ZRH
-
JNB
2 stops15h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 25/2R10 124

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Switzerland

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Johannesburg to Switzerland flight deals. Data was last updated 27 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 758

One-way from

R5 260

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R11 061
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 12/3-19/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 34h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Switzerland
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 15/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Switzerland
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R8 702 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R1 676 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg to Switzerland 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 27 February 2026.
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Price

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/3

9:50-6:30

1 stop21h 40m

Zurich

Thu 19/3

15:10-8:20

1 stop16h 10m

R10 394

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/3

9:50-6:30

1 stop21h 40m

Zurich

Fri 20/3

10:45-8:20

1 stop20h 35m

R10 394

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/6

14:30-8:20

2 stops17h 50m

Zurich

Mon 8/6

21:00-13:05

2 stops16h 05m

R10 457

JohannesburgBasel

JNB - BSL

JNBBSL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/3

19:05-17:10

1 stop23h 05m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Sun 15/3

10:55-10:50

1 stop22h 55m

R10 918

JohannesburgGeneva

JNB - GVA

JNBGVA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/3

19:10-9:55

1 stop15h 45m

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Thu 19/3

18:25-10:50

1 stop15h 25m

R11 045

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/6

17:50-9:55

1 stop16h 05m

Zurich

Mon 8/6

7:40-10:30

1 stop26h 50m

R11 204

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/6

13:30-14:15

2 stops24h 45m

Zurich

Thu 11/6

10:45-10:30

1 stop23h 45m

R11 252

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/3

23:59-16:45

1 stop17h 46m

Zurich

Sat 4/4

14:20-21:20

1 stop31h 00m

R11 300

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/3

23:59-8:15

1 stop33h 16m

Zurich

Wed 1/4

17:35-21:20

1 stop27h 45m

R11 506

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/3

8:20-7:40

2 stops24h 20m

Zurich

Wed 1/4

21:00-13:05

2 stops16h 05m

R11 618

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Switzerland

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Switzerland

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Switzerland (average of R6 294). Flying from Johannesburg to Switzerland in July is currently the most expensive (average of R10 171). 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 JNB to CH?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg to Switzerland. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 27 February 2026.

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

Weekly flight availability from Johannesburg to Switzerland

Explore weekly flight availability from Johannesburg to Switzerland. 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 27 February 2026.

The most flights from ZA1 to CH0 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 Johannesburg to Switzerland delayed?

About 5% of weekly flights between Johannesburg and Switzerland have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 106 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Johannesburg to Switzerland 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?

Monday 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 Johannesburg to Switzerland flights?

Over the past year, SWISS have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 5% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Switzerland

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Switzerland. 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 Switzerland. Reviews last updated 27 February 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, SWISS, andQatar Airways from Johannesburg to Switzerland have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 534 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 534 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 534 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
SWISS
7,6
Good
1 883 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 534 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 745 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 534 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 238 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 534 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 772 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 534 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

Related info for your journey

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

    Etihad Airways, Ethiopian Air, and Turkish Airlines can get you from Johannesburg to Switzerland in just under 17h 50m. Your travel time can differ by up to 5h 15m. There are 8412 km between Johannesburg and Switzerland. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Johannesburg to Switzerland are Qatar Airways (R4 761), Etihad Airways (R5 273), and Emirates (R6 142).

  • What are the most popular routes from Johannesburg to Switzerland?

    When deciding which route to take from Johannesburg to Switzerland, consider Johannesburg OR Tambo - Zurich, Johannesburg OR Tambo - Geneva Geneve-Cointrin or Johannesburg OR Tambo - Basel EuroAirport Swiss, as they are the most popular.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Johannesburg to Switzerland?

    Consider SWISS (94%), Air Canada (88%) or South African (88%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Johannesburg to Switzerland.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Switzerland?

    On average you can expect to pay R49 927 for a flight from Johannesburg to Switzerland. The cheapest flight overall is R6 040 while the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Zurich) is currently priced at R9 345.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Switzerland?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to Switzerland 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 Johannesburg to Switzerland?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Switzerland (average of R6 294). Flying from Johannesburg to Switzerland in July is currently the most expensive (average of R10 171). 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 10 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Switzerland

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg to Switzerland. 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 27 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR4 222AverageR11 157FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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CondorCheapestR5 979AverageR9 667FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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EmiratesCheapestR7 819AverageR12 641FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 397AverageR12 534FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR9 112AverageR10 697FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 485AverageR11 699FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 588AverageR12 902FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR9 629AverageR12 578FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR9 825AverageR10 985FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR9 830AverageR12 121FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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