Travelling from Johannesburg to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is Johannesburg's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Johannesburg to Zurich Airport (ZRH) leaving from here.
10 hours 47 minutes is the time it takes on average for a direct flight from Johannesburg to Zurich Airport.
The timezone in Zurich is UTC+1, which is 1 hour behind Johannesburg. Zurich Airport is located in Zurich.
The most popular route is from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Zurich Airport (ZRH), with 7 direct services every week. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from JNB to ZRH is the 19:30 SWISS option. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the last departure is at 20:35 with SWISS.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from Johannesburg to ZRH.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Take the express route from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB). Direct flights from Johannesburg to Zurich Airport (ZRH) are available from here.
SWISS is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Johannesburg to Zurich Airport taking off from JNB.
We make it simple to plan a flight from Johannesburg to ZRH that includes a stopover. To see all the options departing from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between JNB and ZRH include:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
From the centre of Johannesburg, JNB is around 29 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to arrive at the terminal.
After a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near O.R. Tambo International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Johannesburg to Zurich Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
About Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Johannesburg to Zurich Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ZRH instead:
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
Zurich Airport to the centre of Zurich takes around 19 minutes by car. It's approximately 13 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
It takes around 1 hour and 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Lock in a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Zurich Airport from 325 € or travel return from just 340 €. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
To secure cheap tickets from Johannesburg to ZRH, book your journey 11 months ahead of the departure date.
To score the best deal on your tickets from Johannesburg to Zurich Airport, book your trip for August (it has the cheapest flights). Not locked into specific dates? Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the most affordable day to fly.
Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll be notified right away if there's an incredible deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you time looking for a cheap ticket from Johannesburg to ZRH every day.
Play around with the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Johannesburg to Zurich Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
The best time to fly from Johannesburg to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
February is the quietest time of year to fly to Zurich. Alternatively, join the crowds and get away in July. This is the busiest month for flights from Johannesburg to Zurich Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
Think about the type of weather that'll suit your plans for Zurich. July is known as the warmest month. Book your flights from Johannesburg to ZRH sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 10ºC and 27ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC and 7ºC. Search for cheap flights from Johannesburg to Zurich Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Zurich
After booking your flight from Johannesburg to Zurich Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Zurich:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Bahnhofstrasse, Swiss National Museum and Grossmunster are highlights which should be on every Zurich itinerary.
Complete your Zurich trip with a car rental
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