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Cheap flights from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from £417

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 17/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZRH — JNB
4 Jun — 11 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in June or August, booked 55 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

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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 5 May 2026.

Mon 26/1018:10
ZRH
-
JNB
2 stops38h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 10/1113:30
JNB
-
ZRH
2 stops25h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/5£503
Mon 9/1118:10
ZRH
-
JNB
2 stops38h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 1/1213:30
JNB
-
ZRH
2 stops25h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/5£504
Thu 26/1106:45
ZRH
-
JNB
2 stops25h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 30/1113:30
JNB
-
ZRH
2 stops25h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/5£505
Mon 9/1106:45
ZRH
-
JNB
2 stops25h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 27/1113:30
JNB
-
ZRH
2 stops28h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/5£508
Tue 17/1106:45
ZRH
-
JNB
2 stops25h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 5/1213:30
JNB
-
ZRH
2 stops45h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/5£510
Mon 9/1110:40
ZRH
-
JNB
2 stops22h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 2/1219:05
JNB
-
ZRH
1 stop23h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/5£538

Find 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 5 May 2026.

Round-trip from

£547

One-way from

£417

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

June

Average price

£593
Air Europa
  • Air Europa
  • 24/6-2/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 00m total
  • Zurich to Johannesburg
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 17/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 33h 45m total
  • Zurich to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (£50 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£21 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
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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 5 May 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Mon 15/6

07:40-10:30

1 stop26h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 21/6

13:30-14:15

2 stops24h 45m

£772

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Thu 18/6

16:40-14:20

2 stops21h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 24/6

16:50-14:20

2 stops21h 30m

£781

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Mon 29/6

22:35-08:20

1 stop33h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 13/7

09:50-07:10

1 stop21h 20m

£782

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Sat 27/6

22:35-08:20

1 stop33h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 13/7

09:50-07:10

1 stop21h 20m

£782

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Wed 17/6

15:30-16:15

1 stop24h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 24/6

10:05-13:20

1 stop27h 15m

£804
Fastest return journey

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Tue 30/6

16:45-07:30

1 stop14h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 14/7

18:35-15:35

1 stop21h 00m

£811

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Wed 1/7

16:15-08:20

1 stop16h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 13/7

09:50-07:10

1 stop21h 20m

£857

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Tue 30/6

22:35-08:20

1 stop33h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/7

09:50-07:10

1 stop21h 20m

£857

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Wed 1/7

15:30-10:15

1 stop18h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 17/7

22:20-20:05

1 stop21h 45m

£918

ZurichJohannesburg

ZRH - JNB

ZRHJNB

Zurich

Thu 23/7

13:35-09:40

2 stops20h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/12

13:30-13:40

2 stops25h 10m

£1,002

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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?

Booking 54 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 £529). Flying from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of £980). 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 5 May 2026.

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

How much does it cost for a return flight from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

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 5 May 2026.
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
7.6
Good
1,936 reviews
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Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

CFJ,Mar 2026

ZRH - VCE

Swiss International Airlines is heading towards becoming a budget carrier. The seats are in comfortable and have absolutely no recline. The crew are friendly, but offer a few services. At least they all line is usually punctual.
SWISS
7.6
Good
1,936 reviews
SWISS
7.6
Good
1,936 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

CFJ,Mar 2026

ZRH - VCE

Swiss International Airlines is heading towards becoming a budget carrier. The seats are in comfortable and have absolutely no recline. The crew are friendly, but offer a few services. At least they all line is usually punctual.
Condor
6.5
Okay
408 reviews
SWISS
7.6
Good
1,936 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

CFJ,Mar 2026

ZRH - VCE

Swiss International Airlines is heading towards becoming a budget carrier. The seats are in comfortable and have absolutely no recline. The crew are friendly, but offer a few services. At least they all line is usually punctual.

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 2 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 15h 20m. Air Europa provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £668. 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 £567. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is SWISS. Condor is currently priced 16% 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 (92%), SWISS (92%) or South African (92%) 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 £529). Flying from Zurich to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of £980). 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 5 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
CondorCheapest£567Average£810FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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SWISSCheapest£720Average£1,046FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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