$476 Cheap Flights from Zürich (ZRH) to Johannesburg (JNB)

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Cheap Flights from Zürich to Johannesburg (ZRH-JNB)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $476 for one-way flights and $440 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Condor
Sat, Nov 29 - Thu, Dec 11
ZRH
Zürich
JNB
Johannesburg
$440 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$440
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Condor flight, departing Sat, Nov 29 from Zürich to Johannesburg, returning Thu, Dec 11, priced at $440 found 6 hours ago
Condor
Wed, Jan 14 - Thu, Jan 29
ZRH
Zürich
JNB
Johannesburg
$490 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$490
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Condor flight, departing Wed, Jan 14 from Zürich to Johannesburg, returning Thu, Jan 29, priced at $490 found 2 days ago
Etihad Airways
Wed, Sep 3 - Wed, Sep 17
ZRH
Zürich
JNB
Johannesburg
$722 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$722
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Wed, Sep 3 from Zürich to Johannesburg, returning Wed, Sep 17, priced at $722 found 5 days ago
EGYPTAIR
Sat, Apr 11 - Sun, Apr 26
ZRH
Zürich
JNB
Johannesburg
$737 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$737
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select EGYPTAIR flight, departing Sat, Apr 11 from Zürich to Johannesburg, returning Sun, Apr 26, priced at $737 found 1 day ago
KLM
Thu, Nov 6 - Thu, Nov 27
ZRH
Zürich
JNB
Johannesburg
$743 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$743
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select KLM flight, departing Thu, Nov 6 from Zürich to Johannesburg, returning Thu, Nov 27, priced at $743 found 3 hours ago
Air France
Mon, Jan 26 - Mon, Feb 9
ZRH
Zürich
JNB
Johannesburg
$743 Roundtrip, found 16 hours ago
$743
Roundtrip
found 16 hours ago
Select Air France flight, departing Mon, Jan 26 from Zürich to Johannesburg, returning Mon, Feb 9, priced at $743 found 16 hours ago
Ethiopian Airlines
Thu, Sep 25 - Tue, Sep 30
ZRH
Zürich
JNB
Johannesburg
$747 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$747
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 25 from Zürich to Johannesburg, returning Tue, Sep 30, priced at $747 found 8 hours ago
Qatar Airways
Sun, Jan 18 - Tue, Feb 24
ZRH
Zürich
JNB
Johannesburg
$870 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$870
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Sun, Jan 18 from Zürich to Johannesburg, returning Tue, Feb 24, priced at $870 found 2 hours ago
Lufthansa
Wed, Nov 12 - Thu, Dec 11
ZRH
Zürich
JNB
Johannesburg
$911 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$911
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Wed, Nov 12 from Zürich to Johannesburg, returning Thu, Dec 11, priced at $911 found 1 day ago
Turkish Airlines
Thu, Nov 13 - Mon, Dec 8
ZRH
Zürich
JNB
Johannesburg
$921 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$921
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 13 from Zürich to Johannesburg, returning Mon, Dec 8, priced at $921 found 5 hours ago

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Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to O.R. Tambo Intl. JNB. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 17 minutes. Flights from $1,358
JNB
O.R. Tambo Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center17 min
Flights from $1,358
Flights from Zürich (ZRH) to Johannesburg (JNB)
Origin airport
Zürich
Destination airport
O.R. Tambo Intl.
Airlines serving
Air France, Air Mauritius, Austrian Airlines, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Condor, EGYPTAIR, Emirates, Ethiopian Airlines, Etihad Airways, KLM, Kenya Airways, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, Rwandair, Singapore Airlines, South African Airways, Swiss International Air Lines, Turkish Airlines
Roundtrip price
$440
Distance
5229 mi
Average flight time
9 hours 40 mins

Zürich to Johannesburg Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Zürich to Johannesburg

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Zürich to Johannesburg are during the month of November. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Zürich to Johannesburg with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Zürich to Johannesburg

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Zürich to Johannesburg: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Zürich to Johannesburg

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Zürich to Johannesburg in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $476 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Zürich to Johannesburg flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Zürich to Johannesburg airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) cost?
Snag cheap return fares starting at $1031 from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB). This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Swiss International Air Lines flight leaving ZRH on August 19 2025 and touching down at JNB. The price was last updated on July 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from ZRH to JNB?
The cheapest flights from ZRH to JNB are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB)?
Hop on a nonstop flight with SWISS and fly straight from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from ZRH to JNB?
Take off from ZRH to JNB with Swiss International Air Lines. This carrier currently offers the cheapest one-way ticket for this route, starting from $1450. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from ZRH on September 1 2025. Prices were last updated on July 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB)?
On average, only 1 nonstop flight departs daily from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB). Want additional options? Use Expedia's filter tool to discover flights with layovers and explore a new city along the way.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB)?
The 10 PM departures from ZRH to JNB are the most sought after. They can also be more expensive. If you're looking to save, choose a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from ZRH to JNB?
Fly on a Tuesday if you're searching for the best selection of flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB).
What is the earliest flight from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB)?
The first flight of the day leaving from Zurich Airport (ZRH) is at around 9:55AM UTC+1. Board this flight and you'll arrive at O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) at approximately 9:35PM UTC+2. The overall travel time is 10h 40m.
How long does it take to fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB)?
The average flight duration from ZRH to JNB is 10 hours and 40 minutes, covering a total distance of 5,200 mi.
What airline has the least delays from ZRH to JNB?
Consider traveling with South African Airways if you'd like to go straight from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) without any holdups. This airline has the best track record for punctuality, with an on-time performance of 100%. Want real-time updates? You can keep an eye on your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB)?
To reach O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) on time, select a flight that takes off from Zurich Airport (ZRH) before 3 PM. The chance of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this hour.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) last-minute?
Holding off until just before your departure to book your flight from ZRH to JNB often results in higher prices. While you may come across some last-minute discounts, there's no guarantee. Be flexible with your travel plans to boost your chances of getting a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a ZRH to JNB flight and hotel package?
Securing a ZRH to JNB flight and hotel package tends to be cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your travels in one place. Select from our extensive range of stays and then add car rentals, activities and flights to your booking. Bundle everything together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB)?
In most cases, you can reschedule or cancel your ZRH to JNB flight. However, additional fees may apply, especially if you booked over 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline's guidelines and fees on flight changes, or if you want more information, go to our Customer Service portal.

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