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R5 321+ 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 25/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— ZRH
Jun 17 — Jun 241
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Zurich in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Zurich
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Zurich. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 18 May 2026.

Fri 15/512:40
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop20h 25m
Qatar Airways
Sun 21/69:40
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop18h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 14/5R10 610
Thu 11/613:30
JNB
-
ZRH
2 stops24h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 24/613:40
ZRH
-
JNB
2 stops20h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 16/5R10 643
Fri 22/518:35
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop14h 15m
Condor
Tue 26/511:20
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop20h 10m
Condor
Deal found 16/5R10 743
Sun 7/619:50
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop37h 15m
Qatar Airways
Sun 21/69:40
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop18h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 18/5R10 826
Tue 9/613:30
JNB
-
ZRH
2 stops24h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 15/67:40
ZRH
-
JNB
2 stops26h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 17/5R10 843
Wed 29/79:50
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop21h 20m
Etihad Airways
Fri 14/816:15
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop16h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 18/5R10 860
Sun 25/1013:30
JNB
-
ZRH
2 stops45h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 9/116:45
ZRH
-
JNB
2 stops25h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 14/5R10 876
Fri 29/512:40
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop20h 25m
Qatar Airways
Mon 8/615:55
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop18h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 18/5R10 926
Sun 7/619:50
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop18h 35m
Qatar Airways
Thu 25/616:10
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop35h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 16/5R10 960

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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 18 May 2026.

Return from

R10 610

One-way from

R5 321

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R11 777
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 8/6-21/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Zurich
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 25/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Zurich
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R86 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/7

9:50-7:10

1 stop21h 20m

Zurich

Fri 14/8

16:15-8:20

1 stop16h 05m

R11 360

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 22/6

13:30-22:20

2 stops32h 50m

Zurich

Wed 24/6

13:40-9:40

2 stops20h 00m

R11 844

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 17/6

20:55-20:50

2 stops23h 55m

Zurich

Wed 24/6

9:40-4:00

1 stop18h 20m

R12 578

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 22/6

12:40-14:20

1 stop25h 40m

Zurich

Wed 24/6

9:40-4:00

1 stop18h 20m

R13 596

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 16/6

1:15-22:25

3 stops21h 10m

Zurich

Wed 24/6

7:40-10:55

3 stops27h 15m

R13 946

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/7

13:30-14:15

2 stops24h 45m

Zurich

Fri 14/8

13:40-9:40

2 stops20h 00m

R14 797
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 17/6

19:20-6:15

Nonstop10h 55m

Zurich

Wed 24/6

22:30-9:20

Nonstop10h 50m

R14 980

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/11

9:25-13:40

3 stops29h 15m

Zurich

Mon 23/11

15:40-20:30

2 stops27h 50m

R16 982

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 14/6

9:25-14:20

3 stops28h 55m

Zurich

Sun 21/6

16:10-15:15

3 stops23h 05m

R17 049

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/6

12:40-20:55

2 stops32h 15m

Zurich

Sun 21/6

16:10-15:15

3 stops23h 05m

R17 282

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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?

The best time to book flights to Zurich is 16 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 693
Emirates
Emirates
From R8 157
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R10 195
Turkish Airlines
Turkish Airlines
From R5 884

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Zurich?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Zurich are Condor, Emirates 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 18 May 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
3 570 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

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
3 570 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 570 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

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
1 949 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 570 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

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
3 726 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 570 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

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.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 439 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 570 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

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
7 988 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 570 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

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. 13 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, Turkish Airlines 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 871, while return flights cost around R4 043.

  • How much is a return flight to Zurich?

    A return flight to Zurich will typically cost around R16 104, however they can be found for as little as R4 043.

  • 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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