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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zurich from R5 798

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 1/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ZRH
Jan 25 — Feb 11
1 adult

The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Zurich are usually found in November or October, booked 30 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Sunday and return on a Monday

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 20 January 2025.

Round-trip from

R11 541

One-way from

R5 798

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R13 946
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 4/3-11/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to Zurich
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 1/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Zurich
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High demand for flights, 4% potential price rise
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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 20 January 2025.

Tue 4/320:00JNB - ZRH
1 stop18h 40mQatar Airways
Tue 11/315:10ZRH - JNB
1 stop17h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 20/1R11 541
Mon 3/31:15JNB - ZRH
2 stops18h 10mKenya Airways
Tue 11/36:55ZRH - JNB
2 stops27h 00mKenya Airways
Deal found 19/1R11 578
Mon 27/114:35JNB - ZRH
2 stops18h 05mEthiopian Air
Sun 2/220:15ZRH - JNB
2 stops22h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 20/1R11 653
Wed 26/310:15JNB - ZRH
1 stop34h 35mEmirates
Mon 31/322:15ZRH - JNB
1 stop22h 35mEmirates
Deal found 19/1R11 821
Mon 27/121:15JNB - ZRH
1 stop22h 00mBritish Airways
Sun 2/26:40ZRH - JNB
1 stop26h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 20/1R12 063
Tue 28/119:10JNB - ZRH
1 stop15h 40mTurkish Airlines
Mon 3/218:30ZRH - JNB
1 stop15h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 20/1R12 212
Mon 20/119:40JNB - ZRH
1 stop15h 10mAir France
Thu 30/118:50ZRH - JNB
2 stops26h 10mAir France
Deal found 19/1R12 380
Sun 23/219:40JNB - ZRH
1 stop23h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 15/311:50ZRH - JNB
1 stop33h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1R12 417
Mon 27/19:55JNB - ZRH
1 stop21h 35mEtihad Airways
Tue 4/210:25ZRH - JNB
1 stop21h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 20/1R12 641
Sat 8/223:55JNB - ZRH
1 stop17h 50mKLM
Sun 23/211:50ZRH - JNB
2 stops20h 35mKLM
Deal found 20/1R12 846
Wed 12/320:25JNB - ZRH
Nonstop10h 50mSWISS
Wed 19/322:45ZRH - JNB
Nonstop10h 40mSWISS
Deal found 19/1R15 736

Find flights from OR Tambo to Zurich within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo 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 20 January 2025.

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JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/3

20:00-13:40

1 stop18h 40m

Zurich

Tue 11/3

15:10-9:25

1 stop17h 15m

R11 541

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/3

1:15-18:25

2 stops18h 10m

Zurich

Tue 11/3

6:55-10:55

2 stops27h 00m

R11 578

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 31/1

8:20-7:40

2 stops24h 20m

Zurich

Fri 7/2

20:15-13:10

2 stops15h 55m

R11 746

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 26/3

10:15-19:50

1 stop34h 35m

Zurich

Mon 31/3

22:15-20:50

1 stop22h 35m

R11 821

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/2

19:25-9:45

1 stop15h 20m

Zurich

Sun 16/2

18:15-10:20

1 stop15h 05m

R12 156

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 23/2

19:40-17:55

1 stop23h 15m

Zurich

Sat 15/3

11:50-22:00

1 stop33h 10m

R12 417

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/3

19:40-9:50

1 stop15h 10m

Zurich

Wed 19/3

18:50-22:00

2 stops26h 10m

R12 492

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/1

19:05-10:10

1 stop16h 05m

Zurich

Wed 5/2

18:05-10:50

1 stop15h 45m

R12 753

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 8/2

23:55-16:45

1 stop17h 50m

Zurich

Sun 23/2

11:50-9:25

2 stops20h 35m

R12 846

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/2

9:55-17:55

2 stops33h 00m

Zurich

Thu 13/2

10:25-8:35

1 stop21h 10m

R13 666

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Zurich

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Zurich from OR Tambo with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from OR Tambo to Zurich

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

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 17 January 2025.

Booking 30 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zurich (average of R661). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zurich in June is currently the most expensive (average of R818). 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 20 January 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 morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 13% 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 16 December 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zurich

Explore weekly flight availability from OR Tambo 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 20 January 2025.

The most flights from JNB to ZRH are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in Zurich by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Zurich ranges from 63.0 - 128.0 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 128.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Zurich when rainfall is around 63.0 mm.

Temperature in Zurich by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Zurich, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 19.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 0.0 C).

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 20 January 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Kenya Airways, Ethiopian Air and Emirates from Johannesburg to Zurich to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 356 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 356 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 356 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

KLM
7,8
Good
1 341 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 356 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

South African
7,7
Good
53 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 356 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Qatar Airways
7,5
Good
3 754 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 356 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

SWISS
7,5
Good
1 599 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 356 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

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 2 inbound flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 13 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.

  • 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 R11 541. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Kenya Airways, from R11 578, and Ethiopian Air, from R11 746. Users have found that Qatar Airways is 16% 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?

    R5 798 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 Kenya Airways and Emirates, with prices starting from R7 700 and R8 241, 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 (83%), South African (67%), SWISS (58%).

  • 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 R42 161, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R7 500. The most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Zurich), is priced around R10 180.

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

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zurich flights have a stopover in Dubai most often. Doha is the second most popular location for stopovers on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zurich. Amsterdam comes next as the third most popular stopover location for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zurich flights.

  • 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, Gold Souq, and LEGOLAND Dubai. Dubai Mall, Gold Souq and LEGOLAND Dubai are located about 10,5 km, 6,8 km, and 51,6 km, respectively from Dubai Intl if you are interested in checking them out. Travellers can book a car hire at Dubai Intl for about R1 488 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Amsterdam?

    Diamant Museum Amsterdam, Rijksmuseum, and Osdorpplein are the most popular attractions in Amsterdam if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Diamant Museum Amsterdam, Rijksmuseum, and Osdorpplein can be visited by travelling about 9,7 km, 9,9 km, and 6,3 km respectively from Amsterdam Schiphol.

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

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zurich flights have a stopover in London least often. Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zurich flights stopping in Paris are the next rarest. Paris is followed by Abu Dhabi in terms of the least popular stopover location 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zurich (average of R661). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zurich in June is currently the most expensive (average of R818). 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

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo 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 20 January 2025.
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EgyptairCheapestR10 811AverageR14 247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 099AverageR13 340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR11 201AverageR13 055FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR11 203AverageR14 385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 342AverageR12 382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR11 412AverageR12 402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 540AverageR13 527FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air FranceCheapestR11 691AverageR14 971FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR11 723AverageR15 093FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapestR12 486AverageR13 655FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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