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Cheap flights from Zurich to South Africa from R7 820

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 15/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZRH — JNB
Nov 25 — Dec 21
1 adult

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ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Mon 13/1

19:10-22:00

1 stop25h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 26/1

23:55-17:55

2 stops19h 00m

R15 171

ZurichCape Town

ZRH - CPT

ZRHCPT

Zurich

Mon 25/11

10:05-9:50

1 stop22h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/12

11:45-9:20

1 stop22h 35m

R15 297

ZurichCape Town

ZRH - CPT

ZRHCPT

Zurich

Sun 2/2

20:15-13:45

2 stops16h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 25/2

15:20-7:40

2 stops17h 20m

R15 315

ZurichCape Town

ZRH - CPT

ZRHCPT

Zurich

Fri 17/1

10:45-6:30

1 stop18h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 25/1

8:30-22:30

1 stop15h 00m

R15 333

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Wed 19/2

11:15-10:50

1 stop22h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 8/3

19:05-13:55

1 stop19h 50m

R15 387

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Tue 1/4

21:30-13:05

2 stops15h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/4

14:30-8:00

2 stops17h 30m

R15 405

ZurichCape Town

ZRH - CPT

ZRHCPT

Zurich

Tue 14/1

11:50-6:10

1 stop17h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 21/1

8:30-10:50

2 stops27h 20m

R15 513

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Fri 28/3

15:10-9:45

1 stop17h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 16/4

13:35-7:55

1 stop18h 20m

R15 586

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Wed 19/2

22:45-10:25

Nonstop10h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/3

20:25-6:15

Nonstop10h 50m

R15 694

ZurichCape Town

ZRH - CPT

ZRHCPT

Zurich

Wed 29/1

11:15-12:00

1 stop23h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 5/2

17:15-22:20

1 stop30h 05m

R15 802

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Cheap flight deals from Zurich to South Africa

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Zurich (ZRH) to South Africa (ZA0). 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 20 November 2024.

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Cheapest flights from Zurich to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Zurich to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 November 2024.

Mon 25/1110:05ZRH - CPT
1 stop22h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/1211:45CPT - ZRH
1 stop22h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11R15 297
Fri 6/126:30ZRH - CPT
1 stop23h 00mAir France
Tue 17/128:30CPT - ZRH
1 stop15h 00mAir France
Deal found 19/11R15 351
Fri 22/1120:15ZRH - CPT
2 stops17h 15mEthiopian Air
Wed 4/1214:35CPT - ZRH
2 stops18h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 19/11R15 387
Thu 21/1110:25ZRH - JNB
1 stop21h 10mEtihad Airways
Wed 27/1110:00JNB - ZRH
1 stop21h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 18/11R15 441
Sat 23/1111:50ZRH - CPT
2 stops17h 40mKLM
Wed 4/1223:20CPT - ZRH
1 stop20h 05mKLM
Deal found 19/11R15 568
Mon 25/1118:50ZRH - JNB
1 stop14h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/121:15JNB - ZRH
2 stops18h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11R15 622
Sat 7/126:55ZRH - JNB
1 stop14h 05mKLM
Sat 28/1223:55JNB - ZRH
1 stop33h 20mKLM
Deal found 19/11R15 802
Sat 7/1220:15ZRH - JNB
2 stops15h 55mEthiopian Air
Sat 28/1214:35JNB - ZRH
2 stops18h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 19/11R16 180
Wed 20/1110:50ZRH - JNB
1 stop21h 35mAir France
Thu 5/1219:40JNB - ZRH
1 stop27h 50mAir France
Deal found 19/11R16 991
Mon 25/1118:40ZRH - CPT
1 stop16h 20mTurkish Airlines
Wed 4/1217:15CPT - ZRH
1 stop24h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 19/11R17 658
Mon 25/1111:50ZRH - JNB
2 stops35h 25mKenya Airways
Wed 27/111:15JNB - ZRH
2 stops22h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 19/11R17 694
Fri 29/118:45ZRH - CPT
1 stop24h 45mQatar Airways
Sun 23/212:35CPT - ZRH
1 stop19h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 19/11R18 937

Best time to book a flight from Zurich to South Africa

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Travel insights for flights from Zurich to South Africa

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to South Africa (average of R89). Flying from Zurich to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R116). 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 ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Zurich to South Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 20 November 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from Zurich to South Africa

Explore weekly flight availability from Zurich to South Africa. 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 20 November 2024.

The most flights from ZRH to ZA0 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 South Africa by month

Plan your trip to South Africa by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Africa 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 South Africa when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in South Africa by month

Plan your trip to South Africa by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Africa, 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 South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated 20 November 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways and Emirates from Zurich to South Africa to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 487 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 487 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 487 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

KLM
7,8
Good
1 350 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 487 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

SWISS
7,6
Good
1 635 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 487 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Qatar Airways
7,5
Good
3 834 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 487 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

RwandAir
7,5
Good
35 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 487 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Zurich to South Africa. 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 South Africa?

    Zurich (ZRH), located 9,4 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Zurich to South Africa.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Etihad Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R8 667. Egyptair flights start at R9 387 while deals on Ethiopian Air start at R9 856 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Zurich to South Africa?

    The most popular flight routes from Zurich to South Africa are Zurich - Cape Town Intl, Zurich - Johannesburg OR Tambo and Zurich - Durban King Shaka Intl.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Zurich to South Africa?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Zurich to South Africa 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 South Africa?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to South Africa (average of R89). Flying from Zurich to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R116). 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 South Africa

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Zurich to South Africa. 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 636 650 searches. Data last updated 20 November 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR12 500AverageR13 408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR13 070AverageR15 749FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air FranceCheapestR13 103AverageR19 299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 167AverageR19 059FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR13 679AverageR17 165FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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KLMCheapestR14 046AverageR19 828FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapestR14 791AverageR18 397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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SWISSCheapestR16 185AverageR27 924FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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British AirwaysCheapestR17 224AverageR18 377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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