Travelling from Johannesburg to Zurich Airport (ZRH): What you need to know
Johannesburg's main base, O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Johannesburg to Zurich Airport (ZRH).
Hop on a direct Johannesburg to Zurich Airport flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 10 hours 45 minutes.
Zurich is one hour behind Johannesburg. Zurich Airport is located in Zurich, which runs on the UTC+1 timezone.
The most popular route is from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Zurich Airport (ZRH). You can choose from 7 direct services every week. SWISS operates a 7:30pm departure between JNB and ZRH.
To ensure you get on your flight from Johannesburg to ZRH, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're flying during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Get to your destination in one go from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB). Direct flights from Johannesburg to Zurich Airport (ZRH) can be booked from here.
When departing from JNB, you can take a direct flight from Johannesburg to Zurich Airport with SWISS.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with SWISS from JNB to ZRH.
The top on-time carrier on this route is SWISS. Its services land as planned 78.79% of the time.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even visit a new city. When searching for cheap flights from Johannesburg to ZRH departing from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Your journey might pause in:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
JNB is about 29 kilometres from central Johannesburg. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near O.R. Tambo International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Johannesburg to Zurich Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
Of all flights departing from O.R. Tambo International Airport, 77.1% land on schedule at their destination.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
Depending on traffic conditions, you can drive to HLA from central Johannesburg in around 50 minutes. The airport is approximately 48 kilometres away.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Johannesburg to ZRH flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Lanseria International Airport:
About Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Consider staying in a hotel near ZRH if you have a late flight from Johannesburg to Zurich Airport. Settle into one of these options and be under the covers in no time flat:
Pick up a Zurich Airport rental car and discover Zurich and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, Europcar and Green Motion are top providers to choose from here.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Johannesburg to Zurich Airport flight.
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
Zurich Airport to central Zurich is roughly 10 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, do a little research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary depending on traffic and the time of day.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Currently, Rs103,181 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Zurich Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs136,004. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To snag cheap flights from Johannesburg to ZRH, book your flight ticket three months before your planned departure.
The best month for picking up cheap Johannesburg to Zurich Airport tickets is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
Finding a cheap flight ticket from Johannesburg to ZRH is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as there's a price drop.
Filters make it easier to scoop up a deal on your flight from Johannesburg to Zurich Airport. Pick the flight times, carriers and stops that check all your boxes. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the lowest price right away.
The best time to fly from Johannesburg to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Johannesburg to Zurich Airport (ZRH). July is the busiest month to visit Zurich. If you like your getaways a little more chill, think about going in February.
When booking your Johannesburg to ZRH flight ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Zurich, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC to 27ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Johannesburg to Zurich Airport in January when temperatures are between -6ºC and 7ºC.
More about Zurich
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Zurich right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Johannesburg to Zurich Airport:
There are plenty of fantastic things to do in Zurich when you're ready to sightsee. Make your way to Bahnhofstrasse followed by Cirque du Soleil - Grand Chapiteau and Zurich Opera.
Explore more of Switzerland
You've seen Zurich, now it's time to discover other parts of Switzerland. Journey about 177 kilometres south-west to Lausanne to check off its popular sights. From Olympic Park to Riviera, Ouchy, Lausanne and Olympic Museum Lausanne (Musee Olympique), your itinerary will be busy.
Around 161 kilometres south of Zurich, Lugano is another essential stop in Switzerland. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Lungolago di Lugano, Aussichtspunkt San Salvatore and Old Town Lugano.
