How long is the flight from South Africa to Switzerland?

There are many flights that can get you from South Africa to Switzerland in 17h 35m. Fly via Etihad Airways, Turkish Airlines, or Emirates to get the fastest option. South Africa and Switzerland are separated by a distance of 9130 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

R4 844 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 R5 032 and R5 653, respectively.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Switzerland ranges from 63.0 - 128.0 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 128.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Switzerland when rainfall is around 63.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Switzerland, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 19.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 0.0 C).

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.

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Round-trip from	R9 697
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Popular in	August
Cheapest in	February
Average price	R13 846
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Good one-way deal	R7 411 or less

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Switzerland (average of R11 788). Flying from South Africa to Switzerland in August is currently the most expensive (average of R14 538). 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?

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 116 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the evening 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 4% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to Switzerland?

The price you pay for your flight from South Africa to Switzerland may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 62 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing Switzerland

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates,SWISS, andTurkish Airlines 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

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Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Emirates

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10,0

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Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

SWISS

7,5

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10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Turkish Airlines

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Good

4 457 reviews

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8,1

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10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Qatar Airways

7,3

Good

3 720 reviews

Emirates

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3 684 reviews

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1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Ethiopian Air

7,1

Good

1 045 reviews

Emirates

8,1

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3 684 reviews

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10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

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How long is the flight from South Africa to Switzerland?
There are many flights that can get you from South Africa to Switzerland in 17h 35m. Fly via Etihad Airways, Turkish Airlines, or Emirates to get the fastest option. South Africa and Switzerland are separated by a distance of 9130 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Switzerland one-way?
R4 844 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 R5 032 and R5 653, 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Switzerland (average of R11 788). Flying from South Africa to Switzerland in August is currently the most expensive (average of R14 538). 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

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Turkish Airlines	CheapestR5 808	AverageR12 155	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Condor	CheapestR6 776	AverageR11 067	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%	Search Condor flights
Ethiopian Air	CheapestR6 957	AverageR12 576	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Emirates	CheapestR7 993	AverageR13 756	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights
Etihad Airways	CheapestR9 787	AverageR11 373	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Etihad Airways flights
Qatar Airways	CheapestR10 089	AverageR12 132	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights
British Airways	CheapestR10 106	AverageR13 772	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%	Search British Airways flights
KLM	CheapestR10 266	AverageR16 437	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search KLM flights
Egyptair	CheapestR10 422	AverageR13 833	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Egyptair flights
Air France	CheapestR10 717	AverageR15 189	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Air France flights

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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 116 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the evening 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 4% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to Switzerland?

The price you pay for your flight from South Africa to Switzerland may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 62 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing Switzerland

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates,SWISS, andTurkish Airlines 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.

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How long is the flight from South Africa to Switzerland?

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

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

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

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

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

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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 18 October 2026.

Best flights from South Africa to Switzerland
Discover carefully curated flight deals from South Africa to Switzerland that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 18 October 2026.

Direct flights from South Africa to Switzerland
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Last-minute flights from South Africa to Switzerland
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One-way flights from South Africa to Switzerland
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