Zurich Airport (ZRH) Flights to Johannesburg International Airport Airport (JNB)

Q: How long does the flight from Zurich to Johannesburg to take?

The flight from Zurich to Johannesburg takes10 Hours 42 Minutes.

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Below we have compiled essential flight information for anyone who is flying from Zürich-Kloten to Oliver Reginald Tambo International, including airliners who offer flights and their flight times. In total, there are 3 airliners to choose from including Sirius Aero, South African Airways and Swiss. The flight time is approximately 10 Hours 42 Minutes.

The price of the flight is dependent on the time of the day you fly and the day of the week with weekends being normally a higher price. The cheapest flights available will generally be mid week or late in the evening, so if you are on a budget then these are the flight times you should consider. Alternatively, you could book well in advance and you flight could be up to 50% cheaper, especially with budget airliners. If it is possible, you should book your flights 2 or more months in advance as ticket prices will be substantially lower.

On arriving at Oliver Reginald Tambo International please note the time difference, the time zone at Oliver Reginald Tambo International is 2.0 GMT compared to 1.0 GMT at Zürich-Kloten.

Travellers planning to fly from Zürich-Kloten Airport to Oliver Reginald Tambo International Airport can pre-book short or long term car parking at Zürich-Kloten Airport.

If you are renting a car at Oliver Reginald Tambo International Airport it is recommended to fill up the fuel tank before returning the vehicle at the nearest fuel station to Oliver Reginald Tambo International Airport in order to avoid incurring additional costs. *Please check your rental agreement to understand the fuel policy for your vehicle.

Below are some options if you require transport to Zürich-Kloten Airport:

Ensure your arrival at Oliver Reginald Tambo International Airport is as stress-free as possible by pre-booking your onwards transport - booking early may also save you money:

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Below you will see all the airlines that fly from Zürich-Kloten (ZRH) to Oliver Reginald Tambo International (JNB) and the number of flights they operate each day.

Flights Chart

Airliner	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa	Su	First Flight	Last Flight	Flights
Swiss	1	1	1	1	1	2	1	22:45	22:45	VIEW FLIGHTS
South African Airways	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	10:25	10:25	VIEW FLIGHTS
Sirius Aero	1	1	1	1	1	0	0	22:45	22:45	VIEW FLIGHTS

Flights from Zürich-Kloten to Oliver Reginald Tambo International are very limited. Only Swiss operate flights, of which there is only 1 per week. The time of the departure for this flight is 22:45

To book your flight you can visit Swiss on their website swiss.com. You will find up to date information on availability and the latest discounts.

Flight times for the route are summarised in the table below. These time were correct at the time of writing, but please be aware that times may vary from time to time so please check their website for exact times and the dates you wish to fly.

Flights Time In WeekDays

Day

Flight Times

Flights

Monday

10:25

Airline	Flight No
South African Airways	SA7242

22:45

Airline	Flight No
Swiss	LX282
Sirius Aero	SA7242

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Tuesday

10:25

Airline	Flight No
South African Airways	SA7242

22:45

Airline	Flight No
Swiss	LX282
Sirius Aero	SA7242

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Wednesday

10:25

Airline	Flight No
South African Airways	SA7242

22:45

Airline	Flight No
Swiss	LX282
Sirius Aero	SA7242

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Thursday

10:25

Airline	Flight No
South African Airways	SA7242

22:45

Airline	Flight No
Swiss	LX282
Sirius Aero	SA7242

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Friday

10:25

Airline	Flight No
South African Airways	SA7242

22:45

Airline	Flight No
Swiss	LX282
Sirius Aero	SA7242

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Saturday

08:30

Airline	Flight No
Swiss	LX7282

22:45

Airline	Flight No
South African Airways	SA7242
Swiss	LX282

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Sunday

10:25

Airline	Flight No
South African Airways	SA7242

22:45

Airline	Flight No
Swiss	LX282

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Other routes are also possible. Flying from a different airport may offer more convenient flight times, so below we have we have put a list of other routes that may well be suitable.

Alternative Direct Routes

Route	Stops	Distance	Flying Time
Frankfurt to Johannesburg	0		11 Hours 1 Minute

Whilst you will find a bureau de change at Oliver Reginald Tambo International, we recommend you change some money before you depart if you don’t have the local currency. The exchange rates within any airport are not very favorable, so exchanging money before hand is a good idea.

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Flight Price FAQ - Zurich (ZRH) to Johannesburg (JNB)

DIRECT South African Airways

What is the cheapest direct flight one way from Zurich ZRH to Johannesburg JNB?

The cheapest direct flight one way from Zurich ZRH to Johannesburg JNB is £907.85 ($1147 €1085.99)

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What is the cheapest direct return flight from Zurich ZRH to Johannesburg JNB?

The cheapest direct return flight from Zurich ZRH to Johannesburg JNB is £828.70 ($1047 €991.31)

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What is the cheapest flight one way from Zurich ZRH to Johannesburg JNB?

The cheapest flight one way from Zurich ZRH to Johannesburg JNB is £253.28 ($320 €302.98)

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What is the cheapest return flight from Zurich ZRH to Johannesburg JNB?

The cheapest return flight from Zurich ZRH to Johannesburg JNB is £497.85 ($629 €595.54)

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