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Cheap flights from South Africa to Switzerland from R5 743

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 19/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ZRH
May 10 — May 171
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Switzerland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Switzerland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 10 April 2026.

Wed 29/720:45
JNB
-
GVA
1 stop17h 15m
Air Algerie
Mon 17/815:45
GVA
-
JNB
1 stop16h 45m
Air Algerie
Deal found 6/4R9 993
Sat 9/59:45
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop21h 25m
Etihad Airways
Sat 16/515:55
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop16h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/4R10 026
Wed 3/69:50
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop21h 20m
Etihad Airways
Tue 23/616:15
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop16h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/4R10 092
Wed 6/59:45
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop21h 25m
Etihad Airways
Wed 13/522:20
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop33h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/4R10 125
Fri 1/59:45
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop21h 25m
Etihad Airways
Wed 13/522:20
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop33h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/4R10 174
Wed 27/59:45
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop21h 25m
Etihad Airways
Fri 5/616:15
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop16h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/4R10 207
Tue 2/612:40
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop25h 40m
Qatar Airways
Thu 11/610:35
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop17h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/4R10 223
Fri 22/519:30
CPT
-
GVA
1 stop36h 25m
Qatar Airways
Fri 29/59:25
GVA
-
CPT
1 stop27h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/4R10 223
Wed 29/419:50
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop18h 30m
Qatar Airways
Wed 13/516:10
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop18h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 8/4R10 239
Tue 5/519:50
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop18h 30m
Qatar Airways
Fri 8/516:10
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop18h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/4R10 289
Wed 27/59:45
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop33h 10m
Etihad Airways
Sat 13/616:15
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop16h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/4R10 420
Wed 14/1014:45
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop23h 35m
Qatar Airways
Wed 28/1015:40
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop22h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/4R10 469

Find flight deals from South Africa to Switzerland

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Switzerland flight deals. Data was last updated 10 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 993

One-way from

R5 743

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R12 766

Good round-trip deal

R14 194 or less

Good one-way deal

R9 258 or less
Air Algerie
  • Air Algerie
  • 29/7-17/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 00m total
  • South Africa to Switzerland
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 19/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 50m total
  • South Africa to Switzerland
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R8 176 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R1 637 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa 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 10 April 2026.
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JohannesburgGeneva

JNB - GVA

JNBGVA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 31/7

9:50-19:35

1 stop33h 45m

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Fri 14/8

21:15-8:20

1 stop35h 05m

R11 191

JohannesburgGeneva

JNB - GVA

JNBGVA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/7

9:50-7:10

1 stop21h 20m

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Tue 18/8

10:45-8:20

1 stop21h 35m

R11 191

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 31/7

9:50-18:55

1 stop33h 05m

Zurich

Tue 18/8

22:35-8:20

1 stop33h 45m

R11 208

JohannesburgGeneva

JNB - GVA

JNBGVA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 27/6

9:50-7:10

1 stop21h 20m

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Wed 15/7

21:15-8:20

1 stop35h 05m

R11 224

JohannesburgGeneva

JNB - GVA

JNBGVA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/7

9:50-19:35

1 stop33h 45m

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Tue 14/7

10:45-8:20

1 stop21h 35m

R11 224

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 25/5

12:40-9:05

1 stop20h 25m

Zurich

Fri 29/5

16:10-10:30

1 stop18h 20m

R11 552

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/4

12:40-14:20

1 stop25h 40m

Zurich

Thu 30/4

16:10-10:30

1 stop18h 20m

R11 700

JohannesburgGeneva

JNB - GVA

JNBGVA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/6

18:00-18:10

1 stop24h 10m

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Thu 11/6

19:05-9:40

2 stops38h 35m

R11 733

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/4

10:05-13:20

1 stop27h 15m

Zurich

Tue 5/5

22:00-16:15

1 stop18h 15m

R11 733

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 21/5

22:20-20:05

1 stop21h 45m

Zurich

Thu 28/5

22:00-20:35

1 stop22h 35m

R11 765

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Switzerland

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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Switzerland (average of R5 628). Flying from South Africa to Switzerland in July is currently the most expensive (average of R10 305). 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 ZA to CH?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa 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 10 April 2026.

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

How often are flights from South Africa to Switzerland delayed?

About 7% of weekly flights between South Africa and Switzerland have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 105 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning 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 Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on South Africa 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 10 April 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates,SWISS, andQatar Airways from South Africa to Switzerland by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 916 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 727 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 306 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 001 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa 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 South Africa to Switzerland?

    There are many flights that can get you from South Africa to Switzerland in 20h 25m. Fly via Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, or Turkish Airlines to get the fastest option. South Africa and Switzerland are separated by a distance of 8412 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    R4 828 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Emirates. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qatar Airways and Etihad Airways, with prices starting from R4 964 and R5 582, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Switzerland (average of R5 628). Flying from South Africa to Switzerland in July is currently the most expensive (average of R10 305). 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 South Africa to Switzerland

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from South Africa 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 10 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR4 359AverageR11 889FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR5 788AverageR11 596FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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CondorCheapestR6 139AverageR10 788FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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EmiratesCheapestR8 033AverageR13 632FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR9 400AverageR10 830FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 747AverageR12 100FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapestR10 194AverageR13 203FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapestR10 232AverageR13 670FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EgyptairCheapestR10 372AverageR12 766FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air FranceCheapestR10 682AverageR13 901FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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