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Cheap flights from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from £403

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 13/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZRH — JNB
15 Nov — 22 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in June or May, booked 18 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday 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 16 October 2025.

Round-trip from

£472

One-way from

£403

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

£776
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 10/11-19/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 49h 40m total
  • Zurich to Johannesburg
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RwandAir
  • RwandAir
  • 13/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 21h 40m total
  • Zurich to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (£46 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£19 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
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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 16 October 2025.

Mon 10/1115:10ZRH - JNB
1 stop16h 10mEtihad Airways
Fri 21/1109:50JNB - ZRH
1 stop21h 40mEtihad Airways
Deal found 14/10£472
Wed 5/1115:10ZRH - JNB
1 stop16h 10mEtihad Airways
Wed 12/1109:50JNB - ZRH
1 stop21h 40mEtihad Airways
Deal found 15/10£477
Sat 29/1110:10ZRH - JNB
1 stop20h 25mBritish Airways
Sat 6/1219:35JNB - ZRH
1 stop15h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 15/10£485
Sun 16/1118:35ZRH - JNB
1 stop15h 15mTurkish Airlines
Sun 30/1119:05JNB - ZRH
1 stop23h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 14/10£490
Sat 15/1113:45ZRH - JNB
1 stop19h 40mBritish Airways
Thu 20/1122:00JNB - ZRH
1 stop18h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 14/10£495
Sun 16/1106:35ZRH - JNB
1 stop26h 50mBritish Airways
Sun 30/1122:00JNB - ZRH
1 stop23h 10mBritish Airways
Deal found 15/10£496
Sat 15/1116:30ZRH - JNB
1 stop16h 55mBritish Airways
Sat 22/1122:00JNB - ZRH
1 stop20h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 16/10£498
Tue 11/1117:30ZRH - JNB
1 stop27h 35mKLM
Thu 20/1123:59JNB - ZRH
1 stop17h 46mKLM
Deal found 14/10£521
Sun 9/1110:45ZRH - JNB
1 stop20h 35mEtihad Airways
Mon 17/1109:50JNB - ZRH
1 stop21h 40mEtihad Airways
Deal found 14/10£524
Thu 6/1110:45ZRH - JNB
1 stop20h 35mEtihad Airways
Mon 10/1109:50JNB - ZRH
1 stop21h 40mEtihad Airways
Deal found 14/10£525
Sun 9/1119:10ZRH - JNB
1 stop25h 55mKLM
Wed 19/1123:59JNB - ZRH
1 stop23h 26mKLM
Deal found 15/10£529
Mon 8/1208:05ZRH - JNB
1 stop23h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 28/1207:30JNB - ZRH
2 stops38h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/10£555

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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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 16 October 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that are best for you.

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Zurich

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OR Tambo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Wed 12/11

15:10-08:20

1 stop16h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/11

09:50-06:30

1 stop21h 40m

£472

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Tue 3/2

11:05-10:50

1 stop22h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 31/3

17:55-22:20

1 stop28h 25m

£473

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Thu 13/11

06:00-07:35

1 stop24h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 23/11

19:35-09:40

1 stop15h 05m

£495

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Thu 13/11

16:30-10:25

1 stop16h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 21/11

22:00-12:30

1 stop15h 30m

£495

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Fri 14/11

13:15-10:25

1 stop20h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 17/11

19:35-11:45

1 stop17h 10m

£495

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Sat 15/11

16:30-10:25

1 stop16h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 22/11

22:00-17:15

1 stop20h 15m

£498

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Thu 6/11

10:45-08:20

1 stop20h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/11

09:50-06:30

1 stop21h 40m

£525

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Sun 2/11

10:45-08:20

1 stop20h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/11

09:50-06:30

1 stop21h 40m

£636

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Sun 8/3

18:35-10:50

1 stop15h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/4

18:00-22:20

1 stop28h 20m

£647

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Fri 6/2

16:30-10:25

1 stop16h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 21/2

22:00-11:40

1 stop14h 40m

£675

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Best time to book a flight from Zurich to OR Tambo

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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 10 October 2025.

Booking 18 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 £195). Flying from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of £518). 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 16 October 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 51% 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 16 October 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
1,772 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

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
1,772 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,772 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

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
377 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,772 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

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 20h 35m. Turkish Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £525. 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 £170. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is SWISS. Condor is currently priced 76% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • 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 (75%), SWISS (75%) or South African (75%) 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 £195). Flying from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of £518). 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 16 October 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
CondorCheapest£170Average£783FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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SWISSCheapest£663Average£1,082FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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