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Flight deals from Zurich to Cape Town

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Zurich to Cape Town? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Cape Town.530 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Dec, returning Mon, 22 Dec.Return flight with Condor.Outbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Zurich on Mon, 8 Dec, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Cape Town on Mon, 22 Dec, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 530 €, select.
Cape Town.554 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 May, returning Sun, 8 Jun.Return flight with Condor.Outbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Zurich on Sat, 31 May, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Cape Town on Sun, 8 Jun, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 554 €, select.
Cape Town.575 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Nov, returning Sun, 7 Dec.Return flight with Condor.Outbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Zurich on Tue, 25 Nov, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Cape Town on Sun, 7 Dec, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 575 €, select.
Cape Town.600 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 May, returning Tue, 20 May.Return flight with Condor.Outbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Zurich on Mon, 5 May, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 20 May, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 600 €, select.
Cape Town.610 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Jun, returning Tue, 17 Jun.Return flight with Condor.Outbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Zurich on Mon, 16 Jun, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 17 Jun, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 610 €, select.
Cape Town.621 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 20 Sep, returning Sun, 28 Sep.Return flight with Condor.Outbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Zurich on Sat, 20 Sep, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Cape Town on Sun, 28 Sep, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 621 €, select.
Cape Town.628 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 29 Nov, returning Sun, 15 Feb.Return flight with Condor.Outbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Zurich on Sat, 29 Nov, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Cape Town on Sun, 15 Feb, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 628 €, select.
Cape Town.642 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Oct, returning Thu, 6 Nov.Return flight with Condor.Outbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Zurich on Thu, 30 Oct, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Cape Town on Thu, 6 Nov, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From 642 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Cape Town

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Zurich to Cape Town flights are currently cheapest in December.
May
from 600 €
Jun
from 610 €
Jul
from 820 €
Aug
from 760 €
Sep
from 621 €
Oct
from 780 €
Nov
from 720 €
Dec
from 530 €
Jan
from 730 €
Feb
from 730 €
Mar
from 680 €
Apr
from 842 €

Direct flights from Zurich to Cape Town

Zurich to Cape Town: Alternative routes

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

Zurich to Cape Town: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found530 €
Cheapest month to flyDecember
Average flight time11 hrs, 12 mins
Most popular airlineedelweiss air
Average flights per week11

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Zurich to Cape Town is 530 €. 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 12 minutes is the average flight time from Zurich to Cape Town.
edelweiss air and SWISS fly direct from Zurich to Cape Town.
As of May 2025, there are 10 flights per week flying from Zurich to Cape Town.
The cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Cape Town is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Zurich Airport to Cape Town Airport on Monday, 8 December 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 12 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 Cape Town 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 Cape Town 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 Cape Town.

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

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

  • Cape Town's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Cape Town one hour ahead of Zurich.

  • Leave plenty of time to make your ZRH to CPT flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Travelling during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Edelweiss Air is your ticket to exploring Cape Town (and perhaps some other exciting corners of South Africa!). Browse the direct flights from Zurich Airport to Cape Town International Airport offered by this airline.

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

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

  • 417 € is currently the best price for a one-way Zurich Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. A return flight starts from 530 €. These fares can change based on availability.

  • It's usually best to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from ZRH to CPT. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.

  • Schedule your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for flights from Zurich Airport to Cape Town International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.

  • You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from ZRH to CPT.

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

Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)

  • 69.02% of flights that depart Zurich Airport reach their destination on schedule.

  • To reach Zurich Airport from central Zurich, it takes around 20 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 35 minutes.

  • Looking for a handy hotel close to ZRH? If you're catching an early flight from Zurich Airport to Cape Town International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town

  • From Cape Town International Airport, Cape Town is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.

When to fly to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Zurich Airport to Cape Town International Airport is April, while June is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Cape Town based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.

  • The warmest month in Cape Town is February, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your flights from Zurich Airport to Cape Town International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ZRH to CPT in July. Average temperatures are between 9ºC (48ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) then.

Explore more of South Africa

  • You've visited Cape Town, now it's time to explore other parts of South Africa. Journey about 56 kilometres north-east to Paarl to check off its top attractions. From Bretagne Rock to Skydive Africa and Paarl Trails, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

  • Around 97 kilometres east of Cape Town, Worcester is another favourite stop in South Africa. Experience major highlights starting with Green Valley, Queen's Plain and Worcester Town Hall.

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