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Cheap flights from South Africa to Switzerland from R5 248

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 9/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ZRH
Mar 23 — Mar 301
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 21 February 2026.

Mon 23/214:30
JNB
-
ZRH
2 stops18h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 2/320:15
ZRH
-
JNB
2 stops15h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 18/2R9 852
Mon 9/314:30
JNB
-
ZRH
2 stops18h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 22/320:15
ZRH
-
JNB
2 stops15h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 20/2R9 933
Tue 2/614:30
JNB
-
ZRH
2 stops17h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 11/621:00
ZRH
-
JNB
2 stops16h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 20/2R9 949
Sun 15/314:30
JNB
-
ZRH
2 stops18h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 19/320:15
ZRH
-
JNB
2 stops22h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 19/2R9 965
Thu 19/310:10
JNB
-
BSL
1 stop24h 00m
Lufthansa
Mon 23/39:50
BSL
-
JNB
1 stop20h 15m
Lufthansa
Deal found 19/2R9 997
Sun 15/39:50
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop21h 40m
Etihad Airways
Thu 19/321:35
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop33h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 19/2R10 094
Fri 3/49:50
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop33h 05m
Etihad Airways
Fri 10/411:35
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop20h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 17/2R10 158
Wed 18/39:50
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop21h 40m
Etihad Airways
Tue 14/416:15
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop16h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 19/2R10 222
Thu 19/314:30
JNB
-
GVA
1 stop16h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 25/322:15
GVA
-
JNB
1 stop13h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 17/2R10 255
Fri 6/314:30
JNB
-
ZRH
2 stops18h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 13/320:15
ZRH
-
JNB
2 stops15h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 20/2R10 255
Tue 17/319:10
JNB
-
GVA
1 stop15h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 18/610:30
GVA
-
JNB
1 stop24h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 18/2R10 383
Wed 1/49:50
JNB
-
GVA
1 stop21h 20m
Etihad Airways
Wed 29/421:15
GVA
-
JNB
1 stop35h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 19/2R10 432

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 21 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 933

One-way from

R5 248

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R11 204

Good round-trip deal

R11 383 or less

Good one-way deal

R7 115 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 9/3-22/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 34h 00m total
  • South Africa to Switzerland
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 9/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 26h 00m total
  • South Africa to Switzerland
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R8 926 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R1 715 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 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 21 February 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Switzerland that are best for you.

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Depart

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Price

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/3

14:30-7:40

2 stops18h 10m

Zurich

Sun 22/3

20:15-13:05

2 stops15h 50m

R9 981

JohannesburgBasel

JNB - BSL

JNBBSL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/3

10:10-9:10

1 stop24h 00m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Mon 23/3

9:50-7:05

1 stop20h 15m

R9 997

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/6

14:30-8:20

2 stops17h 50m

Zurich

Thu 11/6

21:00-13:05

2 stops16h 05m

R10 045

JohannesburgGeneva

JNB - GVA

JNBGVA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/3

14:30-6:15

1 stop16h 45m

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Wed 25/3

22:15-13:05

1 stop13h 50m

R10 255

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 303

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/3

9:50-6:30

1 stop21h 40m

Zurich

Mon 15/6

22:35-8:20

1 stop33h 45m

R10 432

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/3

9:50-18:20

1 stop33h 30m

Zurich

Wed 17/6

22:35-8:20

1 stop33h 45m

R10 432

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/3

9:50-12:50

1 stop28h 00m

Zurich

Fri 19/6

16:15-8:20

1 stop16h 05m

R10 432

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/3

14:30-7:40

2 stops18h 10m

Zurich

Tue 14/4

21:00-13:05

2 stops16h 05m

R10 496

JohannesburgBasel

JNB - BSL

JNBBSL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/3

19:10-17:10

1 stop23h 00m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Thu 18/6

19:10-10:30

1 stop15h 20m

R10 528

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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 634). Flying from South Africa to Switzerland in July is currently the most expensive (average of R10 255). 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 21 February 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 21 February 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 109 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 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 21 February 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
3 524 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

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
3 524 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 524 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

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
1 878 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 524 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

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
3 739 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 524 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

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
4 224 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 524 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
962 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 524 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

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, Lufthansa, or Etihad Airways 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 823 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 Turkish Airlines, with prices starting from R5 342 and R6 191, 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 634). Flying from South Africa to Switzerland in July is currently the most expensive (average of R10 255). 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 21 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR4 288AverageR11 566FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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CondorCheapestR6 057AverageR10 599FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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EmiratesCheapestR7 953AverageR13 466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 506AverageR14 030FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR9 230AverageR10 836FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 589AverageR12 035FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapestR9 662AverageR12 943FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 712AverageR13 048FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR9 794AverageR13 105FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR9 952AverageR11 406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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