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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 18/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — ZRH
Apr 29 — May 61
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 30 March 2026.

Sun 10/513:00
CPT
-
ZRH
1 stop19h 05m
Qatar Airways
Sun 17/515:50
ZRH
-
CPT
1 stop19h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 26/3R11 679
Fri 24/413:00
CPT
-
ZRH
1 stop19h 10m
Qatar Airways
Thu 7/59:40
ZRH
-
CPT
1 stop25h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/3R11 696
Mon 20/413:00
CPT
-
ZRH
1 stop25h 20m
Qatar Airways
Mon 11/59:40
ZRH
-
CPT
1 stop25h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/3R11 764
Tue 18/820:00
CPT
-
ZRH
1 stop17h 20m
Emirates
Tue 8/915:30
ZRH
-
CPT
1 stop26h 35m
Emirates
Deal found 28/3R11 833
Thu 14/518:25
CPT
-
ZRH
1 stop18h 55m
Emirates
Thu 21/515:30
ZRH
-
CPT
1 stop20h 00m
Emirates
Deal found 30/3R11 884
Wed 29/719:30
CPT
-
ZRH
1 stop18h 50m
Qatar Airways
Wed 12/89:40
ZRH
-
CPT
1 stop24h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/3R11 901
Thu 18/619:30
CPT
-
ZRH
1 stop18h 50m
Qatar Airways
Sun 28/69:40
ZRH
-
CPT
1 stop31h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/3R11 918
Fri 17/413:00
CPT
-
ZRH
1 stop25h 20m
Qatar Airways
Fri 8/515:50
ZRH
-
CPT
1 stop19h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/3R12 004
Mon 1/613:00
CPT
-
ZRH
1 stop25h 20m
Qatar Airways
Wed 23/916:10
ZRH
-
CPT
1 stop25h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/3R12 021
Mon 13/419:30
CPT
-
ZRH
1 stop18h 50m
Qatar Airways
Thu 16/415:50
ZRH
-
CPT
1 stop19h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/3R12 140
Thu 14/513:00
CPT
-
ZRH
1 stop19h 05m
Qatar Airways
Tue 19/115:40
ZRH
-
CPT
1 stop24h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/3R12 192

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 30 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R11 679

One-way from

R6 959

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R13 542

Good round-trip deal

R13 762 or less

Good one-way deal

R9 598 or less
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 10/5-17/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 38h 45m total
  • Cape Town to Zurich
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Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 16/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 00m total
  • Cape Town to Zurich
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R16 817 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R5 514 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 30 March 2026.
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Price

Cheapest return flight

Cape TownZurich

CPT - ZRH

CPTZRH

Cape Town Intl

Sun 17/5

7:00-22:25

2 stops39h 25m

Zurich

Mon 30/11

19:35-12:10

1 stop15h 35m

R14 774

Cape TownZurich

CPT - ZRH

CPTZRH

Cape Town Intl

Thu 18/6

15:20-20:05

2 stops28h 45m

Zurich

Sat 8/8

15:30-16:40

1 stop25h 10m

R14 808

Cape TownZurich

CPT - ZRH

CPTZRH

Cape Town Intl

Wed 20/5

13:00-8:05

1 stop19h 05m

Zurich

Thu 21/1

15:40-12:40

3 stops44h 00m

R14 808

Cape TownZurich

CPT - ZRH

CPTZRH

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/5

13:00-8:05

1 stop19h 05m

Zurich

Fri 15/1

15:40-12:40

3 stops44h 00m

R14 808

Cape TownZurich

CPT - ZRH

CPTZRH

Cape Town Intl

Mon 18/5

13:00-8:40

2 stops43h 40m

Zurich

Wed 20/1

15:40-10:30

1 stop17h 50m

R15 013

Cape TownZurich

CPT - ZRH

CPTZRH

Cape Town Intl

Mon 13/4

19:30-8:45

2 stops37h 15m

Zurich

Thu 16/4

9:40-11:30

1 stop25h 50m

R15 064

Cape TownZurich

CPT - ZRH

CPTZRH

Cape Town Intl

Wed 15/4

18:25-8:10

2 stops37h 45m

Zurich

Wed 29/4

15:50-11:30

1 stop19h 40m

R15 355

Cape TownZurich

CPT - ZRH

CPTZRH

Cape Town Intl

Fri 29/5

15:20-8:05

2 stops40h 45m

Zurich

Mon 21/9

16:10-17:30

1 stop25h 20m

R15 355
Fastest return journey

Cape TownZurich

CPT - ZRH

CPTZRH

Cape Town Intl

Thu 21/5

13:00-8:05

1 stop19h 05m

Zurich

Mon 18/1

15:40-12:40

2 stops20h 00m

R15 389

Cape TownZurich

CPT - ZRH

CPTZRH

Cape Town Intl

Wed 3/6

9:00-20:05

2 stops35h 05m

Zurich

Sun 20/9

19:45-11:00

1 stop15h 15m

R16 244

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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 13 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 328). Flying from Cape Town to Zurich in August is currently the most expensive (average of R11 969). 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 30 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.

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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 30 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
3 549 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 549 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 549 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 906 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 549 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 730 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 549 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 287 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 549 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
987 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 549 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

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 3 332 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 50m. Qatar Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R12 636. 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 R10 046. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Ethiopian Air and Qatar Airways, with the lowest prices starting at R10 289 and R10 874, respectively. You may be able to fly from Cape Town to Zurich for 28% 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 550 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 678 and R6 743, respectively.

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

    While on average a flight from Cape Town to Zurich is generally R14 339, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R7 517. When looking at the most popular route, (Cape Town Intl - Zurich), you can expect to pay R10 738 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 328). Flying from Cape Town to Zurich in August is currently the most expensive (average of R11 969). 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

Choose from the following airlines for your flight from Cape Town to Zurich. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 30 March 2026.
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Top 10 airlines flying from Cape Town to Zurich

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 30 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
CondorCheapestR10 046AverageR12 147FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR10 289AverageR12 000FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 874AverageR13 436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR11 115AverageR13 188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 365AverageR12 663FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air FranceCheapestR11 487AverageR12 892FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR11 759AverageR14 470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapestR12 480AverageR13 341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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LufthansaCheapestR13 016AverageR18 046FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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SWISSCheapestR13 020AverageR17 144FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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