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Cheap flights from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from £501

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 28/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZRH — JNB
29 Dec — 5 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in June or November, booked 12 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

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 29 November 2025.

Round-trip from

£474

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

£575
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 5/3-20/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 42h 15m total
  • Zurich to Johannesburg
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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 29 November 2025.

Fri 28/1119:40ZRH - JNB
1 stop34h 55mBritish Airways
Tue 2/1219:35JNB - ZRH
1 stop14h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 28/11£501
Thu 27/1119:10ZRH - JNB
2 stops40h 00mKLM
Thu 22/123:59JNB - ZRH
1 stop23h 26mKLM
Deal found 27/11£543
Wed 3/1217:30ZRH - JNB
1 stop27h 35mKLM
Wed 24/1223:59JNB - ZRH
1 stop36h 01mKLM
Deal found 29/11£593
Mon 1/1211:35ZRH - JNB
1 stop19h 40mCondor
Thu 4/1220:45JNB - ZRH
1 stop19h 35mCondor
Deal found 26/11£605
Wed 3/1217:30ZRH - JNB
2 stops17h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 24/1223:59JNB - ZRH
2 stops18h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/11£641
Wed 3/1220:15ZRH - JNB
2 stops15h 50mEthiopian Air
Sat 27/1208:20JNB - ZRH
2 stops24h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 27/11£719
Fri 28/1120:15ZRH - JNB
2 stops15h 50mEthiopian Air
Tue 2/1223:00JNB - ZRH
2 stops33h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 28/11£742
Mon 1/1206:50ZRH - JNB
1 stop14h 15mKLM
Thu 4/1219:20JNB - ZRH
2 stops37h 55mKLM
Deal found 26/11£745
Fri 28/1120:15ZRH - JNB
2 stops15h 50mEthiopian Air
Tue 16/1214:30JNB - ZRH
2 stops18h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 27/11£751
Wed 3/1211:35ZRH - JNB
1 stop19h 10mCondor
Sun 4/120:45JNB - ZRH
1 stop13h 45mCondor
Deal found 27/11£771
Sat 13/1216:50ZRH - JNB
1 stop14h 25mCondor
Tue 16/1220:45JNB - ZRH
1 stop19h 35mCondor
Deal found 29/11£797
Wed 3/1220:15ZRH - JNB
2 stops15h 50mEthiopian Air
Thu 1/108:20JNB - ZRH
2 stops24h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 28/11£799

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Price

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Mon 26/1

16:50-08:15

1 stop14h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/1

20:45-15:20

1 stop19h 35m

£557

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Tue 26/5

07:40-10:35

1 stop26h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 20/6

17:55-22:20

1 stop28h 25m

£611

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Thu 5/2

20:15-20:10

2 stops22h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 21/2

14:30-07:40

2 stops18h 10m

£652

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Mon 12/1

11:35-08:15

1 stop19h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/2

20:45-15:20

1 stop19h 35m

£652

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Thu 22/1

20:15-13:05

2 stops15h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/2

14:30-07:40

2 stops18h 10m

£652

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Sun 8/3

06:45-10:50

1 stop27h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/4

18:00-14:15

1 stop20h 15m

£664

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Mon 12/1

16:30-10:25

1 stop16h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/2

22:00-14:10

1 stop17h 10m

£676

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Wed 1/4

21:00-13:05

2 stops16h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 16/4

14:30-08:20

2 stops17h 50m

£698

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Mon 12/1

20:15-20:10

2 stops22h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/2

14:30-07:40

2 stops18h 10m

£698

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Mon 12/1

20:15-20:10

2 stops22h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/2

14:30-07:40

2 stops18h 10m

£698

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

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 21 November 2025.

Booking 12 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of £199). Flying from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of £509). 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 29 November 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight at midday could potentially save you up to 53% on airfare.

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 29 November 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with SWISS and Condor from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,798 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Katerina,Sept 2025

GVA - ATH

Although the plane was half empty and the flight was late at night, we were not allowed to change seats/ use empty seats to get ourselves more comfortable, or get some proper sleep. It is really frustrating to see lack of flexibility in such a simple need.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,798 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,798 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Katerina,Sept 2025

GVA - ATH

Although the plane was half empty and the flight was late at night, we were not allowed to change seats/ use empty seats to get ourselves more comfortable, or get some proper sleep. It is really frustrating to see lack of flexibility in such a simple need.
Condor
6.4
Okay
389 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,798 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Katerina,Sept 2025

GVA - ATH

Although the plane was half empty and the flight was late at night, we were not allowed to change seats/ use empty seats to get ourselves more comfortable, or get some proper sleep. It is really frustrating to see lack of flexibility in such a simple need.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    Zurich (ZRH) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo. You should not have trouble finding flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo from Zurich; the airport handles an average of 3 outbound flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 2 airlines have flights from the Zurich airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo. It is only a 5.9 mi journey to Zurich (ZRH) from Zurich’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    A quick flight from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport can take about 14h 25m. KLM provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £557. There are 5227 mi between Zurich and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip from £172. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is SWISS. Condor is currently priced 75% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are KLM (£546), British Airways (£661), and Ethiopian Air (£672).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport consider choosing Air Canada (87%), SWISS (87%) or South African (87%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of £199). Flying from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of £509). 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 2 airlines flying from Zurich to OR Tambo

Discover the top 2 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 29 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
CondorCheapest£172Average£761FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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SWISSCheapest£670Average£1,133FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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