Flights from Johannesburg to Zurich

Arriving in Zurich

Book your flights to Zurich with Etihad Airways and get ready to enjoy a destination which offers art, history, and culture in equal measure.

Plan Your Zurich Holiday

There are countless reasons to travel to Zurich. You can go skiing in the winter months; the train will take you straight to Flumserberg ski resort, the biggest winter sports destination in the east of Switzerland. You can tour the city by bike or bus and explore Swiss history in the old town. You may want to relax on the promenade before enjoying one of the many cultural and historical museums, art galleries or monuments that this thriving, dynamic, and cosmopolitan city has waiting for you. Please check the diary; Zurich can get busy, especially on National Day, 1st August.

During the peak season, June to August, we recommend that you reserve your tickets to Zurich in advance. To find cheap hotels in Zurich and avoid the crowds, travel in April to May or September to October. The winter is cold and temperatures do drop below freezing so you will need to cover up well. Don’t forget to visit our Deals section to find flight deals to Zurich all year round.

Flying from Johannesburg

Book your flights from Johannesburg to hundreds of destinations worldwide with Etihad Airways and enjoy the best comfort available over the African skies.

Major Airports in Johannesburg

Johannesburg’s major airport is the OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) located in the outskirts of the city. The airport is the largest in South Africa receiving flights from all corners of the globe clearing approximately 17 million passengers annually. Most domestic flights to and from favourite destinations within the country also use this airport.

Airport Transportation in Johannesburg

The airport’s location makes it easy for passengers to connect to their accommodation and back. There are several options with a train to OR Tambo International Airport connecting to the Sandton area and Pretoria. The train station is located between terminus A and B on the airports upper level. A taxi to OR Tambo International Airport is also available from anywhere in the city centre. A bus to OR Tambo International Airport from the city centre takes just a short time and so is the ride in a taxi to OR Tambo International Airport. Taxis are more convenient if you know your way around or are travelling in the company of a local.

Choose Etihad Airways, the National Airline of the United Arab Emirates, for flights from Johannesburg to Zurich on which you will be travelling in comfort and style.