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Cheap Flights from Cape Town (CPT) to Zurich (ZRH)

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Flight deals from Cape Town to Zurich

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Cape Town to Zurich? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Zurich.$934 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Dec, returning Mon, 12 Jan.Return flight with Condor.Outbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 23 Dec, arriving in Zurich.Inbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Zurich on Mon, 12 Jan, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $934, select.
Zurich.$935 per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 Nov, returning Thu, 13 Nov.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Thu, 6 Nov, arriving in Zurich.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Zurich on Thu, 13 Nov, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $935, select.
Zurich.$936 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Feb, returning Thu, 12 Feb.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 3 Feb, arriving in Zurich.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Zurich on Thu, 12 Feb, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $936, select.
Zurich.$938 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Nov, returning Wed, 3 Dec.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 26 Nov, arriving in Zurich.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Zurich on Wed, 3 Dec, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $938, select.
Zurich.$974 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Jun, returning Thu, 12 Jun.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Thu, 5 Jun, arriving in Zurich.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Zurich on Thu, 12 Jun, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $974, select.
Zurich.$981 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Mar, returning Mon, 23 Mar.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Mon, 16 Mar, arriving in Zurich.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Zurich on Mon, 23 Mar, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $981, select.
Zurich.$1,060 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Jul, returning Mon, 11 Aug.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Mon, 28 Jul, arriving in Zurich.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Zurich on Mon, 11 Aug, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,060, select.
Zurich.$1,088 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Jul, returning Wed, 24 Sep.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 16 Jul, arriving in Zurich.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Zurich on Wed, 24 Sep, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,088, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Zurich

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cape Town to Zurich flights are currently cheapest in November.
Jun
from $974
Jul
from $1,272
Aug
from $1,090
Sep
from $1,159
Oct
from $1,131
Nov
from $935
Dec
from $1,127
Jan
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Feb
from $936
Mar
from $981
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Cape Town to Zurich: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Cape Town to Zurich below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Zurich.

Cape Town to Zurich: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$934
Cheapest month to flyDecember
Average flight time11 hrs, 17 mins
Most popular airlineedelweiss air
Average flights per week9

Finding cheap flights from Cape Town to Zurich: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Cape Town to Zurich is $934. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
11 hours and 17 minutes is the average flight time from Cape Town to Zurich.
edelweiss air and SWISS fly direct from Cape Town to Zurich.
As of June 2025, there are 9 flights per week flying from Cape Town to Zurich.
The cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Zurich is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cape Town Airport to Zurich Airport on Tuesday, 23 December 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 17 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Zurich but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Zurich is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Condor and SWISS offer the cheapest flight tickets to Zurich.

Flying from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know

  • Hop on a direct flight from Cape Town International Airport to Zurich Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 11 hours 25 minutes.

  • Zurich is one hour behind Cape Town and observes the UTC+1 timezone.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your CPT to ZRH flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.

  • Travelling during a peak month such as June? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Travelling to Zurich (and then exploring more of Switzerland!) is a cinch with Edelweiss Air. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Cape Town International Airport to Zurich Airport.

  • The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Edelweiss Air.

  • If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Cape Town International Airport to Zurich Airport. Here are the top stopovers between CPT and ZRH:

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport

    • Frankfurt Airport

    • O.R. Tambo International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)

  • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Cape Town International Airport to Zurich Airport flight is $427. A return fare right now is $934. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

  • Book six months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from CPT to ZRH.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Cape Town International Airport to Zurich Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.

  • Snapping up cheap flights from CPT to ZRH is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when fares go down.

  • Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Cape Town International Airport to Zurich Airport.

Handy information about Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

  • Cape Town International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from CPT arrive on schedule 81.65% of the time.

  • Central Cape Town to Cape Town International Airport is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.

  • Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near CPT. Whether you're catching an early flight from Cape Town International Airport to Zurich Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:

Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)

  • The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Cape Town International Airport to Zurich Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ZRH instead:

  • Travel at your own pace with a Zurich Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Green Motion and experience more of Zurich and beyond.

  • To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Zurich Airport about two weeks before you set off.

Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich

  • From Zurich Airport, Zurich is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 35 minutes.

When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Cape Town International Airport to Zurich Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Zurich based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.

  • Lock in your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Zurich Airport for July if you'd like to go to Zurich during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).

  • If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CPT to ZRH in January. Temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.

Explore more of Switzerland

  • You've done Zurich, now it's time to explore other parts of Switzerland. Journey around 72 kilometres west to Basel to check off its top attractions. From Basel Minster to Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • If you're ready to explore another great destination in Switzerland, head for Bern, about 97 kilometres south-west of Zurich. Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral are highlights.

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