Flights from Cape Town (CPT) to Zurich (ZRH)

In-flight Dining
You will be served complimentary meals on all main sectors between Cape Town, Johannesburg, Singapore, and Zurich, with menus designed to suit different tastes and flight times.

Special Meals
We offer a selection of special meals to meet various dietary needs on this route. Please request your preferred option when booking or through Manage Booking at least 24 hours before departure.

Book the Cook
On eligible premium cabins for this route, you can pre-select a main course from our Book the Cook service, choosing from an expanded menu prepared specially for your flight.

Beverage Service
Throughout the journey, you can enjoy a range of hot and cold beverages, including juices and selected alcoholic drinks. Our signature Singapore Sling is also available on board in all cabins.

For flights between Cape Town and Zurich, the weight concept applies. Checked baggage allowances are as follows: Economy Class passengers have 25kg on Lite and Value fares, and 30kg on Standard and Flexi fares; Premium Economy Class passengers have 35kg; Business Class passengers have 40kg; First Class passengers have 50kg. Each checked bag must not exceed 32kg. For cabin baggage, Economy Class and Premium Economy Class passengers may bring 1 piece up to 7kg, while Business Class and First Class passengers may bring 2 pieces, each up to 7kg. Your final allowance is shown on your e-ticket, and KrisFlyer Elite Gold and PPS Club members enjoy additional allowances.

Wi-Fi is available on Singapore Airlines flights from Cape Town to Zurich once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. It is free and unlimited for KrisFlyer members; Economy Class and Premium Economy Class customers should add their membership number to the booking at least 1.5 hours before departure. Paid plans are available for non-members. The connection is suitable for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but it does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

On the Airbus A350-900 sectors between Cape Town, Johannesburg, and Singapore, Economy Class seats offer a 32-inch pitch with up to 19-inch seat width, Premium Economy Class provides a 38-inch pitch with up to 20-inch seat width, and Business Class features a fully flat bed with direct aisle access. On the Boeing 777-300ER sector between Singapore and Zurich, Economy Class and Premium Economy Class offer similar generous pitch and width, Business Class offers a fully flat bed with direct aisle access, and First Class provides a spacious fully flat bed for added privacy and comfort.

Yes, Singapore Airlines provides lounge access to eligible passengers with a layover in Johannesburg. Your eligibility is based on your class of travel or your KrisFlyer and Star Alliance status, and it is determined by your flight leaving Johannesburg. Other options, like purchasing a day pass at a pay-per-use lounge, are also available.

Lounge Access Eligibility
Cabin Class: Complimentary for Suites, First, and Business Class passengers. Premium Economy and Economy travellers do not have access unless they hold eligible status.

Frequent Flyer Status: PPS Club and KrisFlyer Elite Gold (or Star Alliance Gold) members have access regardless of cabin class.

The Next Segment Rule: Eligibility is based on the flight immediately departing that airport. For example, if you fly Economy from Cape Town but have a Business Class onward flight from Johannesburg, you get lounge access in Johannesburg only. In Johannesburg, eligible customers may use the South African Airways The Lounge (Premium).

Yes, Singapore Airlines provides lounge access to eligible passengers with a layover in Singapore. Your eligibility is based on your class of travel or your KrisFlyer and Star Alliance status, and it is determined by your flight leaving Singapore. Other options, like purchasing a day pass at a pay-per-use lounge, are also available.

Lounge Access Eligibility
Cabin Class: Complimentary for Suites, First, and Business Class passengers. Premium Economy and Economy travellers do not have access unless they hold eligible status.

Frequent Flyer Status: PPS Club and KrisFlyer Elite Gold (or Star Alliance Gold) members have access regardless of cabin class.

The Next Segment Rule: Eligibility is based on the flight immediately departing that airport. For example, if you fly Economy from Cape Town but have a Business Class onward flight from Singapore, you get lounge access in Singapore only. In Singapore, eligible customers may use The Private Room, the SilverKris Lounge (First Class), the SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), or the KrisFlyer Gold Lounge, depending on their cabin and status.

If you have a longer layover at Singapore Changi Airport, you can join a free official transit tour into the city when available, typically requiring a minimum layover of around 5.5 to 6 hours. For shorter layovers, you can enjoy indoor gardens, themed rest zones, play areas, and quiet spaces within the terminals. There are also transit hotels, nap areas, and a wide range of dining and shopping options so you can refresh and relax between flights. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

Cape Town follows South Africa Standard Time, which is UTC+2 all year and does not observe daylight saving time. Zurich follows Central European Time (UTC+1) from late October to late March, making it 1 hour behind Cape Town, and Central European Summer Time (UTC+2) from late March to late October, when the two cities are at the same time.

Yes, your baggage will typically be checked through to Zurich Airport when flying from Cape Town via Johannesburg and Singapore on a single booking with Singapore Airlines.

Through-Check Conditions
For your bags to be sent directly to your final destination, the following general conditions must be met:

Single Itinerary: Both flight segments (Cape Town–Johannesburg and Johannesburg–Singapore and Singapore–Zurich) must be under the same booking reference or PNR.

Layover Duration: Your connections in Johannesburg and Singapore must each be less than 24 hours. If any layover exceeds 24 hours, it is considered a stopover, and you will typically be required to collect your luggage and re-check it for your onward flight.

Partner Airlines: If your onward flight from Singapore or Johannesburg to Zurich is operated by a partner airline, Singapore Airlines has through-check agreements that usually allow your bags to be tagged to your final destination.

You may be able to plan a stopover in Singapore on your Cape Town–Zurich trip, subject to your ticket conditions and availability. When booking, you can search for multi-city options or speak with our customer service team or your travel agent, who can advise whether a stopover can be added to your itinerary.

You may be able to plan a stopover in Johannesburg on your Cape Town–Zurich trip, subject to your ticket conditions and availability. When booking, you can search for multi-city options or speak with our customer service team or your travel agent, who can advise whether a stopover can be added to your itinerary.