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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Zurich from R6 959

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 21/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — ZRH
Apr 9 — Apr 161
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Zurich
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Zurich. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 10 March 2026.

Mon 11/513:50
CPT
-
ZRH
2 stops18h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 14/521:00
ZRH
-
CPT
2 stops17h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 7/3R10 988
Mon 18/518:25
CPT
-
ZRH
1 stop18h 55m
Emirates
Thu 21/522:00
ZRH
-
CPT
1 stop37h 30m
Emirates
Deal found 5/3R11 038
Tue 21/415:25
CPT
-
ZRH
2 stops18h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 28/419:05
ZRH
-
CPT
2 stops19h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3R11 287
Mon 22/619:30
CPT
-
ZRH
1 stop18h 50m
Qatar Airways
Mon 29/69:40
ZRH
-
CPT
1 stop31h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/3R11 321
Mon 20/415:25
CPT
-
ZRH
2 stops18h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 27/419:05
ZRH
-
CPT
2 stops19h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/3R11 387
Mon 13/415:25
CPT
-
ZRH
2 stops16h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 15/521:00
ZRH
-
CPT
2 stops17h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 7/3R11 404
Wed 22/415:25
CPT
-
ZRH
2 stops16h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 29/421:00
ZRH
-
CPT
2 stops17h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 8/3R11 437
Thu 12/312:35
CPT
-
ZRH
1 stop19h 25m
Qatar Airways
Tue 5/515:50
ZRH
-
CPT
1 stop19h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/3R11 570
Wed 1/418:25
CPT
-
ZRH
1 stop25h 40m
Emirates
Fri 24/415:30
ZRH
-
CPT
1 stop20h 00m
Emirates
Deal found 9/3R11 587

Find flight deals from Cape Town to Zurich

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to Zurich (ZRH). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 10 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R10 988

One-way from

R6 959

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R13 185

Good round-trip deal

R12 234 or less

Good one-way deal

R7 412 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 11/5-14/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 36h 05m total
  • Cape Town to Zurich
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 21/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 25m total
  • Cape Town to Zurich
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R15 744 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R5 233 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Cape Town Intl to Zurich.
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Cape Town Intl to Zurich.
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to Zurich 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 10 March 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

Cape TownZurich

CPT - ZRH

CPTZRH

Cape Town Intl

Fri 20/3

18:55-13:40

1 stop19h 45m

Zurich

Mon 21/9

16:10-17:30

1 stop25h 20m

R12 286

Cape TownZurich

CPT - ZRH

CPTZRH

Cape Town Intl

Fri 5/6

23:15-8:35

1 stop33h 20m

Zurich

Fri 12/6

7:00-9:45

2 stops26h 45m

R12 403

Cape TownZurich

CPT - ZRH

CPTZRH

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/6

18:25-13:20

1 stop18h 55m

Zurich

Mon 21/9

15:30-16:40

1 stop25h 10m

R12 420

Cape TownZurich

CPT - ZRH

CPTZRH

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/6

18:25-13:20

1 stop18h 55m

Zurich

Thu 24/9

15:30-11:30

1 stop20h 00m

R12 469

Cape TownZurich

CPT - ZRH

CPTZRH

Cape Town Intl

Mon 25/5

13:15-20:05

1 stop30h 50m

Zurich

Tue 22/9

15:30-16:40

1 stop25h 10m

R12 469

Cape TownZurich

CPT - ZRH

CPTZRH

Cape Town Intl

Fri 29/5

13:15-20:05

1 stop30h 50m

Zurich

Sat 26/9

22:00-16:40

1 stop18h 40m

R12 836

Cape TownZurich

CPT - ZRH

CPTZRH

Cape Town Intl

Tue 26/5

13:15-20:05

1 stop30h 50m

Zurich

Sat 26/9

22:00-18:05

1 stop20h 05m

R12 852
Fastest return journey

Cape TownZurich

CPT - ZRH

CPTZRH

Cape Town Intl

Sun 19/4

15:25-8:20

2 stops16h 55m

Zurich

Sun 26/4

21:00-14:35

2 stops17h 35m

R12 969

Cape TownZurich

CPT - ZRH

CPTZRH

Cape Town Intl

Sat 23/5

13:50-8:20

2 stops18h 30m

Zurich

Tue 22/9

21:00-14:35

2 stops17h 35m

R13 102

Cape TownZurich

CPT - ZRH

CPTZRH

Cape Town Intl

Fri 22/5

15:25-8:20

2 stops16h 55m

Zurich

Tue 22/9

21:00-14:35

2 stops17h 35m

R13 518

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Zurich

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Zurich from Cape Town with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cape Town to Zurich

How far ahead should I book a flight from Cape Town to Zurich?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cape Town to Zurich. Price data was last updated on 6 March 2026.

The best time to book flights from Cape Town to Zurich is 70 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.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to Zurich?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Zurich (average of R10 056). Flying from Cape Town to Zurich in August is currently the most expensive (average of R11 654). 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 CPT to ZRH?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to Zurich. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 10 March 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Cape Town to Zurich as you normally would.

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 10 March 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Cape Town to Zurich, such as Emirates,SWISS, andQatar Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 540 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 540 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 540 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 892 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 540 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 744 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 540 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 247 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 540 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
968 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 540 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to Zurich. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How popular is this Cape Town to Zurich flight route?

    This flight path from Cape Town Intl to Zurich was viewed by 3 708 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Cape Town to Zurich?

    A quick flight from Cape Town to Zurich can take about 18h 55m. Qatar Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R12 420. Airlines will cover a distance of 9104 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cape Town to Zurich round-trip?

    Flying on Condor is currently your cheapest option to Zurich, with prices starting at R9 320. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Ethiopian Air and Qatar Airways, with the lowest prices starting at R10 012 and R10 612, respectively. You may be able to fly from Cape Town to Zurich for 31% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cape Town to Zurich one-way?

    R5 404 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 SWISS and Turkish Airlines, with prices starting from R6 502 and R6 565, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Cape Town to Zurich?

    While on average a flight from Cape Town to Zurich is generally R12 069, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R6 387. When looking at the most popular route, (Cape Town Intl - Zurich), you can expect to pay R10 505 for that flight.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Cape Town to Zurich?

    Cape Town to Zurich flights have a stopover in Dubai most often. Cape Town to Zurich flights stop in Addis Ababa the next most.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Dubai?

    Dubai Mall, Naif Souq, and LEGOLAND Dubai are currently the most popular points of interest in Dubai at the moment. Those on a stopover in Dubai interested in visiting Dubai Mall, Naif Souq, or LEGOLAND Dubai can do so by traveling 10,5 km, 6,3 km, and 51,6 km, respectively from Dubai Intl.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Cape Town to Zurich flights?

    Cape Town to Zurich flights have a stopover in Doha least often.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to Zurich that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cape Town to Zurich flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cape Town to Zurich?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cape Town to Zurich.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cape Town to Zurich?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to Zurich 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 Cape Town to Zurich?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Zurich (average of R10 056). Flying from Cape Town to Zurich in August is currently the most expensive (average of R11 654). 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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Fly from Cape Town to Zurich on these airlines

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Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town to Zurich. 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 10 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
CondorCheapestR9 320AverageR11 811FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR10 012AverageR11 418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 612AverageR13 149FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR10 972AverageR12 996FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 072AverageR12 449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air FranceCheapestR11 185AverageR12 749FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR11 348AverageR13 982FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapestR12 151AverageR13 053FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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LufthansaCheapestR12 673AverageR17 570FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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SWISSCheapestR12 677AverageR16 626FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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