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The best prices from Cape Town to Zurich are usually found in July or August, booked 20 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Sunday

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How to find the cheapest flight from
Cape Town (CPT) to Zurich (ZRH)

CPT - ZRH
Price
R9 841 - R11 914
ZRH
Temperature
3 - 24 °C
ZRH
Rainfall
55 - 127 mm

Popular in

January

High demand for flights, 10% potential price rise

Cheapest in

July

Best time to find cheap flights, 8% potential price drop

Round-trip from

R9 841

From Cape Town to Zurich

One-way from

R5 589

One-way flight from Cape Town to Zurich

Flight route prices based on searches on Cheapflights within the last 3 days, monthly prices based on aggregated historical data.
What is the cheapest day to fly return from Cape Town to Zurich?

Flights from Cape Town to Zurich are generally found to be more expensive on Thursday. This shouldn't discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Zurich.

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

To save up to 20% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 61 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Cape Town to Zurich from R9 961 1-2 weeks out and tickets from R12 035 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Zurich?

May can be a great time to fly to Zurich from Cape Town with a flight ticket averaging about R9 624. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of May for as cheap as R8 053. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Zurich (CPT - ZRH)?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Cape Town to Zurich in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 4% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

Cheap flights from Cape Town to Zurich in January, February 2021

The best prices found for CPT to ZRH flights in January, February
17 Feb - 25 Feb
R7 332pp
CPT
Cape Town Intl
KLM
 
1 STOP
ZRH
Zurich
ZRH
Zurich
KLM
 
1 STOP
CPT
Cape Town Intl
17 Feb - 25 Feb
R7 452pp
CPT
Cape Town Intl
Multiple airlines
 
1 STOP
ZRH
Zurich
ZRH
Zurich
Multiple Airlines
   
2 STOPS
CPT
Cape Town Intl
18 Feb - 25 Feb
R7 572pp
CPT
Cape Town Intl
Multiple airlines
   
2 STOPS
ZRH
Zurich
ZRH
Zurich
Multiple Airlines
   
2 STOPS
CPT
Cape Town Intl

Cape Town to Zurich 2021 flight deals

Cheap flights to Zurich from Cape Town found for this year
23 Sep - 3 Oct
R7 152pp
CPT
Cape Town Intl
British Airways
 
1 STOP
ZRH
Zurich
ZRH
Zurich
British Airways
 
1 STOP
CPT
Cape Town Intl
23 Sep - 3 Oct
R7 167pp
CPT
Cape Town Intl
British Airways
 
1 STOP
ZRH
Zurich
ZRH
Zurich
British Airways
 
1 STOP
CPT
Cape Town Intl
17 Feb - 25 Feb
R7 332pp
CPT
Cape Town Intl
KLM
 
1 STOP
ZRH
Zurich
ZRH
Zurich
KLM
 
1 STOP
CPT
Cape Town Intl

One-way flights to Zurich from Cape Town

The cheapest one-way flights from Cape Town to Zurich
13:25 - 7:25
Emirates
1 stop
19h 00m
CPT - ZRH
Emirates
R5 590
CheapTickets.ch
13:10 - 4:50
Turkish Airlines
1 stop
16h 40m
CPT - ZRH
Turkish Airlines
R5 905
Tripmonster
11:00 - 6:05
KLM
1 stop
20h 05m
CPT - ZRH
KLM
R6 356
KLM

Related info for your journey

Useful info, stats and facts about Cape Town to Zurich flights.

Flight FAQs

From Cape Town to Zurich

Can I find flights from Cape Town to Zurich for under R7 512 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Cape Town to Zurich for under R7 512. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Lufthansa for just R7 077, but on average you can expect to pay R7 572.

What safety measures are being taken by airlines flying from Cape Town Intl to Zurich to control the spread of COVID-19?

New policies can now be found on Etihad Airways to help keep travellers safe while flying. Airline carriers are regularly disinfecting and sanitising their aircraft. Masks are provided and are mandatory while on board. Pre-flight testing for symptoms and antibodies, alongside socially-distanced seating (for a limited time) will work towards keeping travellers safer while flying from Cape Town Intl to Zurich. Policies will vary by airline.

Which airlines flying from Cape Town Intl to Zurich have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?

Due to the rapidly changing circumstances due to COVID-19, airlines like Emirates, SWISS, and Qatar Airways flying from Cape Town Intl to Zurich have implemented new flexible cancellation policies.

Are there direct flights from Cape Town to Zurich for under R7 512 on Cheapflights?

There are no direct flights from Cape Town to Zurich, but Cheapflights can provide you with all the information you need to find the fastest route with the fewest stops.

How popular is this flight route?

Flights from Cape Town Intl to Zurich have been viewed 1 826 times in the past calendar month.

Does it rain more in Cape Town or Zurich?

When travelling, we recommend packing in preparation to handle common weather conditions. The rainfall in Cape Town is typically less than Zurich. We can gather that this will continue over the next 7 days.

Is Cape Town weather warmer or cooler than Zurich?

You can imagine temperatures to be in the 29 °C range in February. The weather in Zurich is generally colder than Cape Town's. As flight availability is subject to become more limited as peak season approaches it is ideal to book in a timely manner.

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

There are many flights that can get you from Cape Town to Zurich in 13h 50m. Fly via Lufthansa, KLM, or Turkish Airlines to get the fastest option. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

What are the cheapest airlines to flying from Cape Town to Zurich return?

Currently priced at R7 077, Lufthansa will fly you from Cape Town to Zurich and back. In addition to Lufthansa, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from British Airways and KLM - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R7 152 and R7 332, respectively. These flights start at 33% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

For one-way options, check prices for KLM. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R5 304. Users have also found prices from R5 454 and R5 590 on KLM and Qatar Airways, respectively.

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Alternative routes for Cape Town to Zurich

Cape Town to Geneva from R7 047 pp
Johannesburg to Geneva from R7 062 pp
Durban to Geneva from R9 616 pp

Destination information for Zurich

Things to know before you go. Useful info for your trip from Cape Town to Zurich
Today's exchange rate
R1 = CHF 0,06
Average temperature for January in Zurich
3.0 °C
Avg rainfall for January in Zurich
55.0 mm

Airports servicing Cape Town

Cape Town (CPT)

Airports servicing Zurich

Zurich (ZRH)

Top 10 airlines flying from Cape Town to Zurich

The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users travelling from Cape Town to Zurich choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.

Airline Cheapest Average Flexibility On-time COVID-19 safety
British Airways 		R472 R607 No cancel fee 70%
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Turkish Airlines 		R459 R642 No cancel fee 77%
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Austrian Airlines 		R585 R685 No cancel fee 78%
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Qatar Airways 		R562 R706 No cancel fee 68%
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Emirates 		R590 R712 No cancel fee 75%
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Air France 		R559 R717 No cancel fee 77%
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KLM 		R572 R750 No cancel fee 75%
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Etihad Airways 		R660 R772 No cancel fee 75%
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SWISS 		R593 R811 No cancel fee 79%
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South African 		R668 R879 No cancel fee 78%

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