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Cheap flights from South Africa to Switzerland from R5 168

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 25/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ZRH
Feb 22 — Mar 11
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 23 January 2026.

Fri 6/214:30
JNB
-
ZRH
2 stops18h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 23/220:15
ZRH
-
JNB
2 stops22h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 22/1R9 818
Thu 5/214:30
JNB
-
ZRH
2 stops18h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 20/220:15
ZRH
-
JNB
2 stops15h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 22/1R9 947
Thu 5/213:45
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop18h 15m
Qatar Airways
Fri 20/28:45
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop18h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 22/1R9 980
Thu 5/214:30
JNB
-
ZRH
2 stops18h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 23/220:15
ZRH
-
JNB
2 stops15h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 22/1R10 142
Mon 9/314:30
JNB
-
ZRH
2 stops18h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 16/320:15
ZRH
-
JNB
2 stops15h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 23/1R10 158
Thu 29/114:30
JNB
-
GVA
1 stop16h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 11/222:15
GVA
-
JNB
1 stop13h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 22/1R10 239
Fri 6/214:30
JNB
-
ZRH
2 stops18h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 22/220:15
ZRH
-
JNB
2 stops22h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 22/1R10 255
Wed 4/28:45
CPT
-
BSL
1 stop28h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 2/316:10
BSL
-
CPT
1 stop37h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/1R10 287
Thu 5/214:30
JNB
-
ZRH
2 stops18h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 24/220:15
ZRH
-
JNB
2 stops15h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 22/1R10 368
Wed 28/114:30
JNB
-
GVA
2 stops19h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 4/222:15
GVA
-
JNB
1 stop13h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 21/1R10 385
Fri 6/214:30
JNB
-
ZRH
2 stops18h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 6/521:00
ZRH
-
JNB
2 stops16h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 22/1R10 385
Wed 28/119:05
JNB
-
GVA
1 stop15h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 4/218:25
GVA
-
JNB
1 stop15h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 21/1R10 401

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 23 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 818

One-way from

R5 168

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R11 826

Good round-trip deal

R10 928 or less

Good one-way deal

R7 274 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 6/2-23/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 41h 05m total
  • South Africa to Switzerland
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 2/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 15m total
  • South Africa to Switzerland
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R9 982 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R1 651 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 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 23 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Switzerland that are best for you.

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JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/2

14:30-7:40

2 stops18h 10m

Zurich

Fri 20/2

20:15-13:05

2 stops15h 50m

R9 947

JohannesburgGeneva

JNB - GVA

JNBGVA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/3

14:30-7:20

1 stop17h 50m

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Wed 18/3

22:15-13:05

1 stop13h 50m

R10 239

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/2

14:30-7:40

2 stops18h 10m

Zurich

Sun 22/2

20:15-20:10

2 stops22h 55m

R10 255

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/2

14:30-7:40

2 stops18h 10m

Zurich

Wed 6/5

21:00-13:05

2 stops16h 05m

R10 385

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/3

14:30-7:40

2 stops18h 10m

Zurich

Sun 15/3

20:15-13:05

2 stops15h 50m

R10 385

Cape TownGeneva

CPT - GVA

CPTGVA

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/3

12:35-6:15

1 stop18h 40m

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Mon 9/3

8:30-10:30

1 stop25h 00m

R10 466

JohannesburgGeneva

JNB - GVA

JNBGVA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/3

14:30-7:20

1 stop17h 50m

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Wed 18/3

18:55-13:05

2 stops17h 10m

R10 628

Cape TownGeneva

CPT - GVA

CPTGVA

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/3

12:35-6:15

1 stop18h 40m

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Sun 22/3

15:25-17:30

1 stop25h 05m

R10 628

Cape TownBasel

CPT - BSL

CPTBSL

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/2

8:45-12:15

1 stop28h 30m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Tue 3/3

7:00-6:45

2 stops22h 45m

R10 790

JohannesburgBasel

JNB - BSL

JNBBSL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/2

19:10-17:10

1 stop23h 00m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Mon 16/2

10:55-10:50

1 stop22h 55m

R10 838

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Switzerland (average of R7 226). Flying from South Africa to Switzerland in July is currently the most expensive (average of R10 368). 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 23 January 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.

Weekly flight availability from South Africa to Switzerland

Explore weekly flight availability from South Africa 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 23 January 2026.

The most flights from ZA0 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 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 141 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 Sunday 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 6% 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 23 January 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
3 486 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 486 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 486 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 856 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 486 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 723 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 486 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 204 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 486 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 692 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 486 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

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 18h 10m. Fly via Ethiopian Air, 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 853 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Qatar Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Etihad Airways and Emirates, with prices starting from R5 357 and R6 279, 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Switzerland (average of R7 226). Flying from South Africa to Switzerland in July is currently the most expensive (average of R10 368). 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 23 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR4 315AverageR11 529FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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CondorCheapestR6 095AverageR10 673FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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EmiratesCheapestR8 404AverageR13 566FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 560AverageR14 422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR9 289AverageR10 905FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 712AverageR12 102FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapestR9 724AverageR12 738FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 792AverageR13 139FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR9 844AverageR13 084FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR9 933AverageR11 983FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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