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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Zurich from R5 873

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 28/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ZRH
Apr 14 — Apr 211
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg to Zurich are usually found in May or November, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Zurich
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Zurich. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 March 2026.

Fri 24/49:45
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop21h 05m
Etihad Airways
Fri 1/522:20
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop33h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 10/3R10 205
Wed 15/49:45
JNB
-
ZRH
2 stops24h 20m
Etihad Airways
Wed 22/422:20
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop33h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 13/3R10 222
Wed 13/59:45
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop33h 10m
Etihad Airways
Sat 8/822:35
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop33h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 11/3R10 290
Mon 23/39:50
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop21h 40m
Etihad Airways
Thu 9/415:55
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop16h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 10/3R10 324
Wed 13/59:45
JNB
-
ZRH
2 stops48h 20m
Etihad Airways
Sat 20/616:15
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop16h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 14/3R10 374
Wed 13/59:45
JNB
-
ZRH
2 stops56h 30m
Etihad Airways
Sun 14/616:15
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop16h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 14/3R10 391
Mon 23/39:50
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop21h 40m
Etihad Airways
Mon 6/422:20
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop34h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 10/3R10 425
Mon 15/69:50
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop21h 20m
Etihad Airways
Mon 3/822:35
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop33h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 14/3R10 459
Sat 4/49:45
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop21h 05m
Etihad Airways
Fri 24/415:55
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop16h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 14/3R10 476
Tue 2/614:45
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop17h 20m
Qatar Airways
Thu 11/615:50
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop24h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 14/3R10 493

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Zurich

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) 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 15 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R10 205

One-way from

R5 873

Popular in

August

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May

Average price

R12 727
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 24/4-1/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 55h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Zurich
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 28/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 33h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to Zurich
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg 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 15 March 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 14/6

9:50-7:10

1 stop21h 20m

Zurich

Mon 3/8

22:35-8:20

1 stop33h 45m

R11 034

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 14/6

9:50-13:30

1 stop27h 40m

Zurich

Sat 1/8

22:35-8:20

1 stop33h 45m

R11 390

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 12/6

9:50-13:30

1 stop27h 40m

Zurich

Sat 1/8

22:35-8:20

1 stop33h 45m

R11 390

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/6

17:50-14:15

1 stop20h 25m

Zurich

Thu 11/6

10:45-9:40

2 stops22h 55m

R11 965
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/6

14:30-8:20

2 stops17h 50m

Zurich

Thu 11/6

21:00-13:05

2 stops16h 05m

R12 118

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 12/6

18:35-7:15

3 stops36h 40m

Zurich

Thu 6/8

9:40-4:00

1 stop18h 20m

R13 996

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 17/6

9:25-7:15

3 stops21h 50m

Zurich

Thu 6/8

9:40-4:00

1 stop18h 20m

R13 996

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/4

14:45-8:10

1 stop17h 25m

Zurich

Wed 6/5

9:25-8:50

2 stops23h 25m

R14 284

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/4

14:45-8:10

1 stop17h 25m

Zurich

Tue 5/5

9:25-8:50

2 stops23h 25m

R14 284

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/3

9:40-17:00

2 stops32h 20m

Zurich

Thu 16/4

18:45-9:40

2 stops38h 55m

R15 316

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Zurich

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg 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 13 March 2026.

Booking 62 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Johannesburg to Zurich. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Zurich (average of R6 516). Flying from Johannesburg to Zurich in July is currently the most expensive (average of R10 831). 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 JNB to ZRH?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg 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 15 March 2026.

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

Weekly flight availability from Johannesburg to Zurich

Explore weekly flight availability from Johannesburg to Zurich. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 15 March 2026.

The most flights from ZA1 to ZRH are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg to Zurich?

How often are flights from Johannesburg to Zurich delayed?

About 4% of weekly flights between Johannesburg and Zurich have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 94 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Johannesburg to Zurich flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Monday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Johannesburg to Zurich flights?

Over the past year, SWISS have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 4% of flights being delayed.

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 15 March 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,SWISS, andQatar Airways from Johannesburg to Zurich to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 542 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

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
3 542 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 542 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

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
1 897 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 542 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

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
3 739 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 542 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

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?
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 426 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 542 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

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?
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 792 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 542 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

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 Johannesburg to Zurich. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    If you book a flight to Zurich from Johannesburg, you will be flying to Zurich, which is the city’s only airport. Zurich (ZRH) is located 9,4 km from the centre of Zurich. There are 3 flights from Johannesburg to Zurich per day from 14 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Zurich?

    For as low as R12 118, Etihad Airways can have you in Zurich from Johannesburg in 17h 50m. The distance between Johannesburg and Zurich is about 8412 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    Flying on Condor is currently your cheapest option to Zurich, with prices starting at R6 332. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Emirates and Etihad Airways, with the lowest prices starting at R8 286 and R9 703, respectively. Users have found that Condor is 49% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Johannesburg to Zurich are Qatar Airways (R5 070), Etihad Airways (R5 616), and Emirates (R6 541).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Johannesburg to Zurich?

    Consider SWISS (94%), Air Canada (88%) or South African (88%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Johannesburg to Zurich.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Zurich?

    The cheapest flight price from Johannesburg to Zurich is R7 405. On average you can expect to pay R61 481. The most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Zurich), can usually be booked for R9 562.

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

    Flights departing from Johannesburg and landing in Zurich stopover in Doha most frequently. Dubai follows Doha in terms of the most common stopover location on Johannesburg to Zurich flights. Nairobi ranks third in terms of the most popular layover location on Johannesburg to Zurich flights.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Dubai?

    The majority of Dubai visitors spend their time at Dubai Mall, Naif Souq, and LEGOLAND Dubai. Dubai Mall, Naif Souq, and LEGOLAND Dubai are located about 10,5 km, 6,3 km, and 51,6 km, respectively from Dubai Intl.

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

    The least popular stopover on flights from Johannesburg to Zurich is Amsterdam. Johannesburg to Zurich flights stopping in London are the next rarest. Istanbul sees the third fewest flights with stopovers for the Johannesburg to Zurich route.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Zurich?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg to Zurich?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Zurich (average of R6 516). Flying from Johannesburg to Zurich in July is currently the most expensive (average of R10 831). 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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Top 10 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Zurich

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg 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 15 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
CondorCheapestR6 332AverageR10 263FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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EmiratesCheapestR8 286AverageR11 528FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR9 703AverageR10 589FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 922AverageR10 745FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 066AverageR11 352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapestR10 596AverageR12 248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapestR10 619AverageR13 046FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 681AverageR12 290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EgyptairCheapestR11 018AverageR12 183FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR11 113AverageR12 206FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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