Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zurich from R5 922

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 11/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ZRH
May 9 — May 161
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Zurich are usually found in May or November, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Thursday and return on a Monday

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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Zurich
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Zurich. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 9 April 2026.

Sat 9/59:45
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop21h 25m
Etihad Airways
Sat 16/515:55
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop16h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/4R10 023
Wed 3/69:50
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop21h 20m
Etihad Airways
Tue 23/616:15
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop16h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/4R10 089
Wed 6/59:45
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop21h 25m
Etihad Airways
Wed 13/522:20
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop33h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/4R10 122
Fri 1/59:45
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop21h 25m
Etihad Airways
Wed 13/522:20
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop33h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/4R10 171
Tue 21/412:40
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop25h 40m
Qatar Airways
Tue 19/510:35
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop23h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/4R10 204
Tue 2/612:40
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop25h 40m
Qatar Airways
Thu 11/610:35
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop17h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/4R10 220
Wed 29/419:50
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop18h 30m
Qatar Airways
Wed 13/516:10
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop18h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 8/4R10 237
Tue 5/519:50
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop18h 30m
Qatar Airways
Fri 8/516:10
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop18h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/4R10 286
Fri 1/59:45
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop21h 25m
Etihad Airways
Tue 12/511:10
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop21h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/4R10 384
Wed 27/59:45
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop33h 10m
Etihad Airways
Sat 13/616:15
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop16h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/4R10 417
Wed 14/1014:45
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop23h 35m
Qatar Airways
Wed 28/1015:40
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop22h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/4R10 466
Sat 2/513:30
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop30h 35m
Emirates
Sat 30/522:00
ZRH
-
JNB
1 stop36h 15m
Emirates
Deal found 9/4R10 483

Find flight deals from OR Tambo to Zurich

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) 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 9 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R10 023

One-way from

R5 922

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R12 763

Good round-trip deal

R14 739 or less

Good one-way deal

R10 180 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 9/5-16/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Zurich
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 11/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Zurich
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R8 177 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R1 633 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Zurich.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Zurich.

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/8

9:50-13:30

1 stop27h 40m

Zurich

Mon 17/8

22:35-8:20

1 stop33h 45m

R10 630

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 31/7

9:50-18:55

1 stop33h 05m

Zurich

Tue 18/8

22:35-8:20

1 stop33h 45m

R11 205

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 25/5

12:40-9:05

1 stop20h 25m

Zurich

Fri 29/5

16:10-10:30

1 stop18h 20m

R11 516
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/4

19:50-14:20

1 stop18h 30m

Zurich

Mon 11/5

16:10-10:30

1 stop18h 20m

R11 533

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 26/4

19:10-13:20

1 stop18h 10m

Zurich

Mon 11/5

22:00-20:35

1 stop22h 35m

R11 730

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/4

10:05-13:20

1 stop27h 15m

Zurich

Tue 5/5

22:00-16:15

1 stop18h 15m

R11 730

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 25/4

22:20-13:20

1 stop39h 00m

Zurich

Mon 11/5

15:30-16:15

1 stop24h 45m

R11 746

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 19/5

13:30-20:05

1 stop30h 35m

Zurich

Tue 26/5

15:30-10:15

1 stop18h 45m

R11 762

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/5

22:20-20:05

1 stop21h 45m

Zurich

Fri 29/5

15:30-10:15

1 stop18h 45m

R11 844
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 24/5

19:50-14:20

1 stop18h 30m

R5 939

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Zurich

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zurich

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zurich?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to Zurich. Price data was last updated on 3 April 2026.

Booking 62 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 OR Tambo Airport to Zurich?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zurich (average of R6 300). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zurich in July is currently the most expensive (average of R10 630). 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 OR Tambo 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 9 April 2026.

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

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

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 9 April 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates,SWISS, andQatar Airways from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zurich by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo?

    Zurich (ZRH) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Zurich. You should not have trouble finding flights to Zurich from Johannesburg OR Tambo; the airport handles an average of 3 inbound flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 14 airlines have flights to the Zurich airport from Johannesburg OR Tambo. It is only a 9,4 km journey from Zurich (ZRH) to Zurich’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zurich?

    A quick flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zurich can take about 20h 25m. Etihad Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R11 516. Airlines will cover a distance of 8412 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zurich round-trip from R6 137. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Emirates, from R8 031, and Etihad Airways, from R9 397. 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 OR Tambo Airport to Zurich one-way?

    R4 963 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 Etihad Airways and Emirates, with prices starting from R5 581 and R6 296, respectively.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zurich on time: Air Canada (85%), SWISS (85%), South African (85%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zurich?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zurich? While on average our users pay R58 077, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R7 671. The most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Zurich), is priced around R9 827.

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

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

    Most Dubai visitors opt to spend their time experiencing 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 if you are interested in checking them out.

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

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Zurich?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo Airport to Zurich?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zurich (average of R6 300). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zurich in July is currently the most expensive (average of R10 630). 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 OR Tambo to Zurich

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
CondorCheapestR6 137AverageR9 917FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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EmiratesCheapestR8 031AverageR11 251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR9 397AverageR10 265FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 602AverageR10 406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 745AverageR11 059FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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KLMCheapestR10 229AverageR12 646FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapestR10 278AverageR12 010FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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EgyptairCheapestR10 370AverageR11 751FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 407AverageR11 917FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR10 933AverageR11 867FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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