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

ZRH — CPT
Mar 11 — Mar 181
Wed 3/11
Wed 3/18
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Zurich (ZRH) to Cape Town (CPT). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated February 9, 2026.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,113
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Best time to book a flight from Zurich to Cape Town

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Zurich to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Zurich to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on February 6, 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Zurich to Cape Town may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 13 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Zurich to Cape Town?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to Cape Town (average of $342). Flying from Zurich to Cape Town in June is currently the most expensive (average of $793). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZRH to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from Zurich to Cape Town. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 9, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Zurich to Cape Town as you normally would.

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Yulia Denisyuk

Yulia Denisyuk

Expert on ZRH

Yulia is a freelance journalist who’s dispatched from 90+ countries. Her work focuses on cultures, adventure trips and air travel, appearing in NatGeo, NYT, CNTraveler, and more. For past assignments, she’s stayed with nomads in Mongolia and learned the art of Imigongo in Rwanda. She’s based in Chicago; in winter she often questions that decision.

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John Walton

John Walton

Expert on CPT

Independent aviation journalist John Walton took his first flight at eight weeks old and hasn’t stopped travelling since. A world-renowned expert in airlines and the passenger experience, he writes in depth on aviation, is a resident expert on travel in Japan and France, and offers a uniquely queer perspective on travelling the world.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cape Town. Reviews last updated February 9, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Condor from Zurich to Cape Town. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Condor
6.4
Okay
400 reviews

Overall

6.4

Entertainment

6.3

Food

6.2

Crew

7.4

Boarding

6.6

Comfort

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Maryann,Oct 2025

MXP - FRA

Overall is was a good flight. Restrooms should be cleaned more often with about 100 people using the same toilet for 13 hours it was disgusting. Crew was friendly and helpful. Entertainment and food was good.
Condor
6.4
Okay
400 reviews
Condor
6.4
Okay
400 reviews

Overall

6.4

Entertainment

6.3

Food

6.2

Crew

7.4

Boarding

6.6

Comfort

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Maryann,Oct 2025

MXP - FRA

Overall is was a good flight. Restrooms should be cleaned more often with about 100 people using the same toilet for 13 hours it was disgusting. Crew was friendly and helpful. Entertainment and food was good.

Related info for your journey

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  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Zurich to Cape Town round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Zurich to Cape Town round-trip from $580. Users have found that Condor is 47% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Zurich to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Zurich to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Zurich to Cape Town?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Zurich to Cape Town.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Zurich to Cape Town?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Zurich to Cape Town by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Zurich to Cape Town?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to Cape Town (average of $342). Flying from Zurich to Cape Town in June is currently the most expensive (average of $793). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top airline flying from Zurich to Cape Town

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CondorCheapest$580Average$864FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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