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Cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Zurich

If you’re planning to fly this route soon, keep in mind that the lowest fares are usually available at the beginning of November. Take advantage of this period to save on your flight tickets and make the most of your trip. Please note that prices may change after your search.

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Flight Duration18 h and 10 mFlights between Johannesburg and Zurich take, on average, 18 h and 10 m minutes, but the time can vary according to other factors

Cheapest flight£265Cheapest price for a flight between Johannesburg and Zurich found by our customers in the last 72 hours

Origin airportsO. R. Tambo International AirportFor flights from Johannesburg to Zurich

Destination airportZurich AirportFor the route from Johannesburg to Zurich

High seasonMarchAccording to search data from our customers, March is the busiest time to fly from Johannesburg to Zurich

Airlines flying this routeSwiss International Air LinesAirline(s) with flights between Johannesburg to Zurich

One-way average Price£711The average price for a flight Johannesburg - Zurich at Opodo is £711, based on the price of last 6 months

Best time to bookDecemberAccording to real data May is the most popular time to book a flight to Zurich when departing from Johannesburg

Exchange rate

1 GBP = 1.1 CHF

1 CHF = 0.91 GBP

Last checked on Fri 06/11

Distance: 5,226 mi

Johannesburg airports

O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)How far from city centre: 0 mi

Zurich airports

Zurich Airport (ZRH)How far from city centre: 6 mi

Book your Johannesburg to Zurich flight

Search direct and connecting flights from Johannesburg to Zurich (Switzerland) with Opodo. When your results appear, sort them by timing or fare and book whichever option fits your plans best.

The cheapest fare booked on this route in recent days was £265, although the price you're shown will vary with your travel dates and departure times.

Flying non-stop from Johannesburg to Zurich takes roughly 14 h and 55 m, whereas journeys with a layover will take longer.

Airports and airlines on the Johannesburg–Zurich route

Plan your trip with confidence by checking the relevant airports and comparing the airlines that fly this route.

Departure airport: O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Arrival airport: Zurich Airport (ZRH)

The weather in Zurich

The best time to go may come down to the kind of weather you most enjoy. In Zurich, temperatures average around 22ºC in the warmest months and roughly -2ºC in the coldest. Bear this in mind when deciding what to pack and planning time outdoors.

Highs: up to 23ºC
Lows: down to -3ºC
Hottest month: July
Coldest month: January
Driest month: January
Wettest month: August

Tips for cheaper flights from Johannesburg to Zurich

A few ways to bring down the cost of your flight from Johannesburg to Zurich:

Flexible dates: check fares across two or three departure days. Going a day earlier or later can make a real difference to what you pay.
Baggage allowance: see what's included in each fare before booking, so you're not stung by unexpected charges at the airport.
Airports on your route: double-check which airports you'll fly from and into, particularly if the city has more than one. It makes it easier to plan transfers and work out the full cost of getting around.

After a bigger saving? Book a Flight + Hotel package to combine the two in a single booking and unlock exclusive discounts on your stay in Zurich. Adding car hire to the same booking can save you money too.

Frequently asked questions about flights from Johannesburg to Zurich

On average, how much is the price of a flight from Johannesburg to Zurich?

When you fly from Johannesburg to Zurich the average price is £711. However, this price depends on many other factors such as seasonality or how far in advance the route has been booked.

How can I find cheap flights from Johannesburg to Zurich at Opodo?

The cheapest price for a flight from Johannesburg to Zurich is 265 £. At Opodo we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.

When is the best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Zurich?

The most popular months to book a flight from Johannesburg to Zurich are May, June and July, based on the searches of our customers.

When is the best time to travel from Johannesburg to Zurich?

The best time of the year to go to Zurich when flying from Johannesburg depends on several preference factors like climate, seasonality and, of course, price. When it comes to popularity, December is the top 1º month to fly to Zurich from Johannesburg in terms of searches from our customer, followed by March and April. If you prefer to avoid high peaks of turism, however, and escape a crowded period, July, May and August are the months with less volume of searchs for the route Johannesburg - Zurich.

How long does the flight take to go from Johannesburg to Zurich?

The total flight time between Johannesburg and Zurich is of around 18 h and 10 m on average, considering an average distance of 5,226.46 mi, for both direct and indirect flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).

How is the weather in Zurich compared to Johannesburg?

While in Johannesburg temperatures can reach an average of 20º ºC in summer, Zurich can experience temperatures up to 17º ºC during the hot season. In winter, however, the weather shows around 0º ºC in Zurich, compared to the 11º ºC average in Johannesburg.

Which airports have flights between Johannesburg and Zurich?

The main airport route flying between Johannesburg and Zurich is: O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Zurich Airport(ZRH). This route is covered by the following airline(s):

Which are the airlines with flights from Johannesburg to Zurich?

Airlines with direct flights departing from Johannesburg to Zurich are:

Swiss International Air Lines.

Emirates

Etihad Airways
Qatar Airways

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