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Cheap flights from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R8 838

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 25/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZRH — JNB
Dec 23 — Dec 301
1 adult

The best prices from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in March or May, booked 24 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Sunday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Zurich to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Zurich (ZRH) to OR Tambo (JNB). 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 18 December 2024.

Round-trip from

R13 375

One-way from

R8 838

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R25 669
KLM
  • KLM
  • 12/2-16/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 35m total
  • Zurich to Johannesburg
25/1
  • 25/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 43h 45m total
  • Zurich to Johannesburg
High demand for flights, 6% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 3% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in December 2024

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Cheapest flights from Zurich to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Zurich to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 December 2024.

Sat 28/1210:45ZRH - JNB
1 stop21h 45mAir France
Wed 29/119:40JNB - ZRH
1 stop15h 10mAir France
Deal found 17/12R15 067
Sat 28/1211:50ZRH - JNB
2 stops20h 40mKLM
Wed 29/119:40JNB - ZRH
2 stops22h 05mKLM
Deal found 17/12R16 345
Sat 28/1211:50ZRH - JNB
2 stops20h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 29/123:55JNB - ZRH
2 stops23h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12R16 489
Sun 29/1210:20ZRH - JNB
Nonstop10h 40mSWISS
Thu 30/120:25JNB - ZRH
Nonstop10h 50mSWISS
Deal found 17/12R20 341
Mon 30/1215:10ZRH - JNB
2 stops34h 10mRwandAir
Thu 16/13:10JNB - ZRH
2 stops35h 30mRwandAir
Deal found 17/12R20 863
Tue 24/1216:35ZRH - JNB
1 stop16h 45mBritish Airways
Mon 27/121:15JNB - ZRH
1 stop17h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 17/12R21 925
Sun 29/1218:05ZRH - JNB
1 stop15h 45mTurkish Airlines
Thu 30/119:05JNB - ZRH
1 stop16h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 17/12R24 589
Mon 30/1220:15ZRH - JNB
3 stops21h 15mEthiopian Air
Fri 17/114:35JNB - ZRH
2 stops18h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 17/12R25 633
Mon 23/1220:05ZRH - JNB
1 stop12h 25mLufthansa
Mon 27/119:35JNB - ZRH
1 stop13h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 17/12R26 713
Thu 26/1210:25ZRH - JNB
1 stop21h 10mEtihad Airways
Wed 8/110:00JNB - ZRH
1 stop21h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 17/12R31 735

Find flights from Zurich to OR Tambo within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Zurich to OR Tambo 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 18 December 2024.

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ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Wed 12/2

6:55-22:00

1 stop14h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 16/2

23:55-18:25

1 stop19h 30m

R13 375

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Sun 9/2

20:15-13:10

2 stops15h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 25/2

14:35-7:40

2 stops18h 05m

R13 465

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Wed 23/4

18:55-8:10

1 stop13h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 14/5

23:15-13:45

1 stop14h 30m

R13 519

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Tue 22/4

16:40-9:50

1 stop17h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 13/5

20:15-14:20

1 stop18h 05m

R13 555

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Sat 22/2

13:55-7:10

1 stop16h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 30/3

21:45-13:55

1 stop16h 10m

R13 879

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Fri 31/1

18:50-22:00

2 stops26h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 7/2

23:55-17:55

2 stops19h 00m

R13 969

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Tue 22/4

11:15-8:35

1 stop21h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 16/5

9:55-7:15

1 stop21h 20m

R14 203

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Wed 22/1

22:45-10:25

Nonstop10h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/1

20:25-6:15

Nonstop10h 50m

R16 327

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Mon 14/4

8:05-7:00

1 stop22h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 22/4

19:30-16:05

1 stop20h 35m

R16 615

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Thu 3/4

7:40-10:35

1 stop26h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 21/4

17:55-17:15

1 stop23h 20m

R16 957

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Best time to book a flight from Zurich to OR Tambo

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Travel insights for flights from Zurich to OR Tambo

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Zurich to OR Tambo including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Zurich to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on 13 December 2024.

Booking 24 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. 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 Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R89). Flying from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of R119). 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 ZRH to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Zurich to OR Tambo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 18 December 2024.

It’s typically best to fly out from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 27% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Zurich to OR Tambo. 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 18 December 2024.

The most flights from ZRH to JNB are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in OR Tambo by month

Plan your trip to OR Tambo by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in OR Tambo by month

Plan your trip to OR Tambo by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo. Reviews last updated 18 December 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with KLM, Ethiopian Air and Etihad Airways from Zurich to Johannesburg have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
7,8
Good
1 349 reviews

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,9

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was late do to issues with loading stuff. One of the two bathrooms in business class was not working. WiFi did not work 80% of the time. My bag came out last even though it had a priority tag

7,8
Good
1 349 reviews
7,8
Good
1 349 reviews

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,9

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was late do to issues with loading stuff. One of the two bathrooms in business class was not working. WiFi did not work 80% of the time. My bag came out last even though it had a priority tag

7,6
Good
1 606 reviews
7,8
Good
1 349 reviews

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,9

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was late do to issues with loading stuff. One of the two bathrooms in business class was not working. WiFi did not work 80% of the time. My bag came out last even though it had a priority tag

7,5
Good
3 798 reviews
7,8
Good
1 349 reviews

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,9

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was late do to issues with loading stuff. One of the two bathrooms in business class was not working. WiFi did not work 80% of the time. My bag came out last even though it had a priority tag

7,4
Good
1 504 reviews
7,8
Good
1 349 reviews

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,9

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was late do to issues with loading stuff. One of the two bathrooms in business class was not working. WiFi did not work 80% of the time. My bag came out last even though it had a priority tag

7,4
Good
1 206 reviews
7,8
Good
1 349 reviews

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,9

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was late do to issues with loading stuff. One of the two bathrooms in business class was not working. WiFi did not work 80% of the time. My bag came out last even though it had a priority tag

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Zurich to OR Tambo. 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 from for flights from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    If you book a flight to Johannesburg OR Tambo from Zurich, you will be flying from Zurich, which is the city’s only airport. Zurich (ZRH) is located 9,4 km from the centre of Zurich. There are 2 flights from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo per day from 9 different airlines.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is KLM. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R13 375 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Ethiopian Air and Qatar Airways, starting at R13 465 and R13 555 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for 30% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as R9 882 on RwandAir. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Ethiopian Air from R10 818 and British Airways from R10 998 one-way.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for R22 972. While the most popular route (Zurich - Johannesburg OR Tambo) can be booked for R12 205 on average our data indicates R24 948 when flying from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R89). Flying from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of R119). 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 9 airlines flying from Zurich to OR Tambo

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Zurich to OR Tambo. 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 18 December 2024.
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR12 488AverageR13 395FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR13 057AverageR14 126FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air FranceCheapestR13 090AverageR19 111FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 154AverageR18 810FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR13 665AverageR15 701FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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KLMCheapestR14 225AverageR17 631FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapestR14 777AverageR18 379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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SWISSCheapestR16 169AverageR26 310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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British AirwaysCheapestR17 479AverageR18 424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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