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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zurich from R6 109

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 12/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ZRH
Jun 13 — Jun 201
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Zurich are usually found in February or May, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Saturday

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 8 June 2025.

Round-trip from

R10 886

One-way from

R6 109

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R13 142

Good round-trip deal

R12 904 or less

Good one-way deal

R9 318 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 15/6-1/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 42h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Zurich
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 12/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 33h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to Zurich
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R15 413 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 701 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 8 June 2025.

Sun 15/69:50JNB - ZRH
1 stop21h 10mEtihad Airways
Tue 1/711:15ZRH - JNB
1 stop21h 05mEtihad Airways
Deal found 6/6R10 886
Thu 10/720:25JNB - ZRH
1 stop34h 50mQatar Airways
Wed 10/99:40ZRH - JNB
1 stop23h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/6R11 526
Thu 10/714:30JNB - ZRH
2 stops17h 50mEthiopian Air
Wed 10/921:00ZRH - JNB
2 stops16h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/6R11 774
Tue 22/717:50JNB - ZRH
1 stop13h 15mCondor
Mon 4/88:00ZRH - JNB
1 stop23h 30mCondor
Deal found 6/6R11 792
Tue 22/722:20JNB - ZRH
1 stop22h 00mEmirates
Tue 29/722:15ZRH - JNB
1 stop22h 35mEmirates
Deal found 7/6R11 828
Fri 19/121:15JNB - ZRH
2 stops22h 10mKenya Airways
Sun 11/16:55ZRH - JNB
2 stops27h 00mKenya Airways
Deal found 7/6R12 076
Tue 23/1210:10JNB - ZRH
1 stop12h 35mLufthansa
Wed 14/113:35ZRH - JNB
1 stop16h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 7/6R12 094
Mon 16/619:35JNB - ZRH
Nonstop10h 45mSWISS
Tue 1/722:40ZRH - JNB
Nonstop10h 40mSWISS
Deal found 6/6R12 680
Wed 24/1220:25JNB - ZRH
Nonstop10h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/117:00ZRH - JNB
1 stop13h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/6R12 716
Wed 17/1219:45JNB - ZRH
1 stop17h 15mBritish Airways
Wed 14/110:15ZRH - JNB
1 stop20h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/6R12 893
Sun 8/621:10JNB - ZRH
1 stop16h 45mAir France
Sun 15/619:30ZRH - JNB
2 stops25h 50mAir France
Deal found 6/6R13 319
Tue 23/1219:10JNB - ZRH
1 stop23h 05mTurkish Airlines
Sat 10/114:35ZRH - JNB
1 stop19h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/6R13 710

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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 8 June 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zurich that are best for you.

Fly from

OR Tambo

Fly to

Zurich

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 14/9

17:50-15:45

1 stop21h 55m

Zurich

Sat 15/11

8:05-8:00

1 stop22h 55m

R10 957

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 21/7

9:50-7:00

1 stop21h 10m

Zurich

Thu 31/7

22:35-8:20

1 stop33h 45m

R11 099

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/7

20:25-7:15

1 stop34h 50m

Zurich

Wed 10/9

9:40-9:35

1 stop23h 55m

R11 526

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/7

14:30-8:20

2 stops17h 50m

Zurich

Wed 10/9

21:00-13:05

2 stops16h 05m

R11 774

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 22/7

22:20-20:20

1 stop22h 00m

Zurich

Tue 29/7

15:25-20:50

1 stop29h 25m

R11 845

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/9

1:25-11:05

2 stops33h 40m

Zurich

Mon 29/9

9:20-15:50

2 stops30h 30m

R12 112

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/7

17:50-9:25

1 stop15h 35m

Zurich

Wed 10/9

10:50-10:35

1 stop23h 45m

R12 218

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/7

18:50-10:25

1 stop15h 35m

Zurich

Wed 10/9

14:20-8:30

2 stops18h 10m

R13 035

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/7

19:35-6:20

Nonstop10h 45m

Zurich

Wed 10/9

22:40-9:20

Nonstop10h 40m

R13 657

JohannesburgZurich

JNB - ZRH

JNBZRH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 12/9

23:30-8:35

1 stop33h 05m

Zurich

Mon 29/9

14:20-8:30

2 stops18h 10m

R14 634

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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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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 23 May 2025.

Booking 83 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 December is currently the most expensive (average of R789). 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 8 June 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 5% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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 1 June 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.

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 8 June 2025.

The most flights from JNB to ZRH are scheduled on a Friday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 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 8 June 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines and Austrian Airlines 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
3 263 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

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.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 263 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 263 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

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.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 302 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 263 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

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.
Austrian Airlines
7,6
Good
799 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 263 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

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.
Air France
7,5
Good
1 464 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 263 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

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.
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 617 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 263 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

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.

  • 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 R10 886. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Qatar Airways, from R11 526, and Ethiopian Air, from R11 774. Users have found that Etihad Airways is 15% 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?

    R6 109 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Etihad Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Kenya Airways and Emirates, with prices starting from R7 565 and R7 992, 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 (92%), SWISS (92%), South African (92%).

  • 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 R41 450, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R8 302. The most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Zurich), is priced around R10 300.

  • 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 Doha most often. Dubai 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 points of interest to see during a stopover in Dubai?

    Dubai Mall, LEGOLAND Dubai, and Gold Souq are currently the most popular points of interest in Dubai at the moment. Travellers on a stopover in Dubai can visit Dubai Mall, LEGOLAND Dubai, and Gold Souq, by travelling 10,5 km, 51,6 km, and 6,8 km, respectively after landing at Dubai Intl. Travellers can book a car hire at Dubai Intl for about R218 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • 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 Paris least often. Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zurich flights stopping in London are the next rarest. London 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 December is currently the most expensive (average of R789). 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 8 June 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
CondorCheapestR6 672AverageR11 120FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR10 182AverageR11 336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR10 361AverageR11 584FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 695AverageR11 387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR10 713AverageR12 426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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British AirwaysCheapestR10 755AverageR12 574FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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EmiratesCheapestR10 993AverageR12 115FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 125AverageR12 953FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air FranceCheapestR11 375AverageR14 231FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR11 563AverageR15 323FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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