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R5 584+ Cheap flights to Zurich

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 30/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— ZRH
Feb 11 — Feb 181
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Zurich in 2026

Find the latest flights to Zurich in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 12 January 2026.

Return from

R10 377

One-way from

R5 584

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R12 041
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 19/2-15/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 34h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Zurich
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 30/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 23h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to Zurich
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R632 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R104 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for return flights in January 2026
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Explore the most affordable flight options available to Zurich. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 12 January 2026.

Thu 19/214:30JNB - ZRH
2 stops18h 10mEthiopian Air
Sun 15/320:15ZRH - JNB
2 stops15h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/1R10 377
Wed 25/29:50JNB - ZRH
2 stops33h 35mEtihad Airways
Wed 4/321:35ZRH - JNB
1 stop33h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 11/1R10 394
Mon 9/214:30JNB - ZRH
2 stops18h 10mEthiopian Air
Sun 22/220:15ZRH - JNB
2 stops22h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/1R10 427
Thu 22/114:30JNB - ZRH
2 stops18h 10mEthiopian Air
Mon 26/120:15ZRH - JNB
2 stops22h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/1R10 443
Wed 4/320:30JNB - ZRH
1 stop18h 10mQatar Airways
Sat 14/38:45ZRH - JNB
1 stop18h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 10/1R10 542
Thu 26/219:10JNB - ZRH
1 stop23h 05mTurkish Airlines
Mon 2/310:40ZRH - JNB
1 stop23h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/1R10 592
Sun 1/214:30JNB - ZRH
2 stops18h 10mEthiopian Air
Fri 6/220:15ZRH - JNB
2 stops22h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/1R10 608
Mon 2/312:45JNB - ZRH
1 stop25h 55mQatar Airways
Mon 9/315:40ZRH - JNB
1 stop22h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/1R10 674
Fri 3/414:45JNB - ZRH
1 stop23h 35mQatar Airways
Fri 10/49:40ZRH - JNB
1 stop23h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/1R10 707
Mon 9/314:30JNB - ZRH
2 stops18h 10mEthiopian Air
Sun 22/320:15ZRH - JNB
2 stops15h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/1R10 740

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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/2

14:30-7:40

2 stops18h 10m

Zurich

Sun 15/3

20:15-13:05

2 stops15h 50m

R10 377

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

14:30-7:40

2 stops18h 10m

Zurich

Mon 26/1

20:15-13:05

2 stops15h 50m

R10 427

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/2

14:30-7:40

2 stops18h 10m

Zurich

Sun 22/2

20:15-20:10

2 stops22h 55m

R10 806

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/2

18:50-12:25

1 stop18h 35m

Zurich

Sun 22/2

21:50-16:35

1 stop17h 45m

R11 020

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/6

17:50-14:15

1 stop20h 25m

Zurich

Thu 11/6

7:40-10:30

1 stop26h 50m

R11 020

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

19:10-13:40

1 stop19h 30m

Zurich

Mon 26/1

14:35-10:50

1 stop19h 15m

R11 415

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 16/6

17:50-14:15

1 stop20h 25m

Zurich

Tue 25/8

18:50-10:30

1 stop15h 40m

R11 481

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 18/6

17:50-9:30

1 stop15h 40m

Zurich

Mon 24/8

13:30-10:30

1 stop21h 00m

R11 481

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/2

12:45-13:40

1 stop25h 55m

R5 601

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 22/6

14:45-7:15

1 stop16h 30m

R5 650

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Best time to book a flight to Zurich

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Zurich

When is the best time to book a flight to Zurich?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Zurich. Price data was last updated on 9 January 2026.

The best time to book flights to Zurich is 42 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

How long is the flight to Zurich?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Zurich takes 10 hours 50 minutes. Flights to Zurich from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

Weekly flight availability to Zurich

The most flights from Johannesburg to Zurich are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Zurich?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Zurich are SWISS, Emirates and Qatar Airways.

SWISS
SWISS
From R11 721
Emirates
Emirates
From R10 018
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R9 926
Ethiopian Air
Ethiopian Air
From R9 617

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Zurich?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Zurich are Condor, Etihad Airways and Ethiopian Air.

Rainfall in Zurich by month

Plan your trip to Zurich by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

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

Temperature in Zurich by month

Plan your trip to Zurich by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Zurich, 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).

Reviews of airlines servicing Zurich

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Zurich. 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 Zurich. Reviews last updated 12 January 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, SWISS, andQatar Airways to Switzerland to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 464 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 464 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 464 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 845 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 464 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 708 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 464 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
939 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 464 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 666 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 464 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

FAQs about flying to Zurich

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Zurich?

    Most people fly into Zurich (ZRH) if they book a flight to Zurich. Zurich is conveniently located just 9,4 km from Zurich’s city centre. 14 airlines have flights to Zurich from Johannesburg on a daily basis. Booking flights to Zurich should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 2 flights from Johannesburg per day.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Zurich if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Zurich on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Zurich?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Condor is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Zurich.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Zurich?

    Zurich is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Zurich. One-way flights to Zurich typically cost R1 021, while return flights cost around R1 965.

  • How much is a return flight to Zurich?

    A return flight to Zurich will typically cost around R3 653, however they can be found for as little as R1 965.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Zurich depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Zurich, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (10 hours 50 minutes).

  • Does Zurich have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Zurich can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Zurich?

    Yes. Zurich has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Radisson Blu Hotel, Zurich Airport is the closest property to Zurich (0,0 km away from Zurich).

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