Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zurich from R5 280

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 18/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ZRH
Dec 23 — Dec 301
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 Tuesday or Monday and return on a Thursday

Cheap 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 23 November 2025.

Round-trip from

R11 236

One-way from

R5 280

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R11 636

Good round-trip deal

R12 918 or less

Good one-way deal

R8 366 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 15/1-25/1
  • 4 total stops
  • 34h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Zurich
18/12
  • 18/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Zurich
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R11 218 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R1 946 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Zurich.
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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 23 November 2025.

Sun 28/129:25JNB - ZRH
1 stop22h 35mQatar Airways
Tue 13/115:40ZRH - JNB
1 stop23h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 22/11R11 723
Thu 27/111:35JNB - ZRH
2 stops34h 25mKenya Airways
Sat 6/126:50ZRH - JNB
2 stops27h 05mKenya Airways
Deal found 21/11R12 000
Thu 18/1222:00JNB - ZRH
1 stop21h 55mBritish Airways
Mon 12/119:35ZRH - JNB
1 stop35h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 21/11R12 139
Wed 24/1217:00JNB - ZRH
2 stops30h 25mKenya Airways
Mon 5/16:30ZRH - JNB
2 stops27h 25mKenya Airways
Deal found 21/11R12 226
Mon 15/1212:05JNB - ZRH
2 stops31h 20mKenya Airways
Thu 8/111:55ZRH - JNB
2 stops35h 30mKenya Airways
Deal found 22/11R12 244
Sat 22/1123:59JNB - ZRH
1 stop35h 51mKLM
Mon 8/129:00ZRH - JNB
1 stop36h 05mKLM
Deal found 22/11R12 348
Wed 17/129:50JNB - ZRH
1 stop21h 40mEtihad Airways
Wed 14/121:35ZRH - JNB
1 stop33h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 21/11R12 365
Fri 28/1123:59JNB - ZRH
1 stop23h 26mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/1218:50ZRH - JNB
2 stops26h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/11R12 435
Fri 19/1219:35JNB - ZRH
1 stop14h 45mBritish Airways
Mon 12/119:35ZRH - JNB
1 stop35h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 21/11R12 521
Thu 4/1213:45JNB - ZRH
1 stop24h 55mQatar Airways
Thu 11/1215:40ZRH - JNB
1 stop16h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 20/11R12 539
Wed 24/129:50JNB - ZRH
1 stop21h 40mEtihad Airways
Wed 7/121:35ZRH - JNB
1 stop33h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 21/11R12 643

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OR Tambo

Fly to

Zurich

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/1

10:25-12:25

1 stop27h 00m

Zurich

Sun 25/1

14:35-20:35

1 stop29h 00m

R12 348

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 24/12

9:50-6:30

1 stop21h 40m

Zurich

Wed 7/1

21:35-8:20

1 stop33h 45m

R12 643

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 23/1

20:15-6:10

Nonstop10h 55m

Zurich

Tue 27/1

22:40-10:30

Nonstop10h 50m

R12 695

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 30/12

14:30-7:40

2 stops18h 10m

Zurich

Sat 10/1

20:15-13:05

2 stops15h 50m

R13 164

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/12

14:30-7:40

2 stops18h 10m

Zurich

Thu 11/12

20:15-20:10

2 stops22h 55m

R13 164

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 18/12

20:45-9:30

1 stop13h 45m

Zurich

Wed 7/1

16:50-7:45

1 stop13h 55m

R13 355

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 21/12

20:45-15:20

1 stop19h 35m

Zurich

Wed 7/1

16:50-7:45

1 stop13h 55m

R13 372

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 9/1

12:45-13:40

1 stop25h 55m

Zurich

Wed 28/1

15:40-8:40

1 stop16h 00m

R13 946

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 19/12

9:50-12:50

1 stop28h 00m

Zurich

Wed 14/1

21:35-8:20

1 stop33h 45m

R14 692

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 18/12

8:20-7:40

2 stops24h 20m

Zurich

Tue 6/1

20:15-20:10

2 stops22h 55m

R15 161

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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 14 November 2025.

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 R8 701). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zurich in July is currently the most expensive (average of R11 149). 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 23 November 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zurich in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 8% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zurich?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from OR Tambo to Zurich. Price data was last updated on 2 November 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zurich flight should consider departing on Monday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 23 November 2025.
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.

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 2 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 10h 55m. Emirates provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R12 695. 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 574. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Etihad Airways, from R9 976, and Ethiopian Air, from R10 130. Users have found that Condor is 48% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • 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 (89%), SWISS (89%), South African (89%).

  • 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 R63 917, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R5 809. The most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Zurich), is priced around R7 763.

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

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

    LEGOLAND Dubai, Dubai Mall, and Gold Souq are currently the most popular points of interest in Dubai at the moment. Travellers on a stopover in Dubai can visit LEGOLAND Dubai, Dubai Mall, and Gold Souq, by travelling 51,6 km, 10,5 km, and 6,8 km, respectively after landing at Dubai Intl. Travellers can book a car hire at Dubai Intl for about R382 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • 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 R8 701). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zurich in July is currently the most expensive (average of R11 149). 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 574AverageR10 743FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR9 976AverageR10 885FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR10 130AverageR11 002FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 432AverageR11 210FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapestR10 536AverageR12 346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapestR10 742AverageR14 132FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestR10 828AverageR11 830FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 929AverageR12 607FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR11 064AverageR12 388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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EgyptairCheapestR11 306AverageR12 714FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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