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Flight deals from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Lusaka

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Lusaka Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 5,996. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Lusaka.R 3,083 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Sep.One-way flight with Proflight Zambia.Outbound direct flight with Proflight Zambia departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, 23 Sep, arriving in Lusaka.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,083, select.

Lusaka.R 3,083 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Oct.One-way flight with Proflight Zambia.Outbound direct flight with Proflight Zambia departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 13 Oct, arriving in Lusaka.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,083, select.

Lusaka.R 3,197 per passenger.Departing Sun, 3 Jan.One-way flight with Proflight Zambia.Outbound direct flight with Proflight Zambia departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sun, 3 Jan, arriving in Lusaka.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,197, select.

Lusaka.R 3,199 per passenger.Departing Fri, 28 Aug.One-way flight with Proflight Zambia.Outbound direct flight with Proflight Zambia departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Fri, 28 Aug, arriving in Lusaka.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,199, select.

Lusaka.R 3,205 per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Nov.One-way flight with Proflight Zambia.Outbound direct flight with Proflight Zambia departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sat, 7 Nov, arriving in Lusaka.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,205, select.

Lusaka.R 3,214 per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 Jul.One-way flight with Proflight Zambia.Outbound direct flight with Proflight Zambia departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 27 Jul, arriving in Lusaka.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,214, select.

Lusaka.R 3,225 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Dec.One-way flight with Proflight Zambia.Outbound direct flight with Proflight Zambia departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, 9 Dec, arriving in Lusaka.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,225, select.

Lusaka.R 3,228 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Jun.One-way flight with Proflight Zambia.Outbound direct flight with Proflight Zambia departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, 30 Jun, arriving in Lusaka.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,228, select.

Lusaka.R 3,228 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Feb.One-way flight with Proflight Zambia.Outbound direct flight with Proflight Zambia departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu, 25 Feb, arriving in Lusaka.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,228, select.

Lusaka.R 3,259 per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 May.One-way flight with Proflight Zambia.Outbound direct flight with Proflight Zambia departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, 12 May, arriving in Lusaka.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,259, select.

Lusaka.R 3,268 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Aug.One-way flight with Proflight Zambia.Outbound direct flight with Proflight Zambia departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sun, 1 Aug, arriving in Lusaka.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,268, select.

Lusaka.R 3,292 per passenger.Departing Fri, 19 Mar.One-way flight with Proflight Zambia.Outbound direct flight with Proflight Zambia departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Fri, 19 Mar, arriving in Lusaka.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,292, select.

Lusaka.R 3,506 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Apr.One-way flight with Proflight Zambia.Outbound direct flight with Proflight Zambia departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, 14 Apr, arriving in Lusaka.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,506, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Lusaka

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Lusaka flights are currently cheapest in September.

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Cheapest flight found	R 3,083
Cheapest month to fly	October
Average flight time	2 hrs, 3 mins
Most popular airline	Airlink
Average flights per week	156

Finding cheap flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Lusaka: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Lusaka?

The best price we found for a return flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Lusaka is R 5,996. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Lusaka?

2 hours and 3 minutes is the average flight time from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Lusaka.

Which airlines fly direct from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Lusaka?

Emirates, Airlink and South African Airways fly direct from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Lusaka.

How many flights are there a week from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Lusaka?

As of August 2026, there are 159 flights per week flying from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Lusaka.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Lusaka?

The cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Lusaka is usually October.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Lusaka Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Lusaka Airport on Wednesday, 7 October 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Lusaka Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 3 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Lusaka?

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 Lusaka 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.

When is the best time to book flights to Lusaka?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Lusaka is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Lusaka with?

Currently, South African Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Lusaka.

Travelling from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) to Lusaka Airport (LUN): what you need to know

Take a direct flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Lusaka Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours.
Johannesburg and Lusaka are in the UTC+2 timezone. This means there's no time difference to consider.
Choose from 52 weekly Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Lusaka Airport flights. The 07:35 departure with Airlink (South Africa) is the earliest available. Zambia Airways operates the last service of the day at 19:50.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your JNB to LUN flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as April? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
A range of airlines operate direct flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Lusaka Airport, so getting to Lusaka (and then discovering more of Zambia!) is easy. The most popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
Airlink is the top choice for travellers on this route.
Proflight Zambia tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for JNB to LUN flights, with 86.96% of services landing as scheduled.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Lusaka Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between JNB and LUN:
- Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport
- Harare Airport
- Kigali Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) to Lusaka Airport (LUN)

R 3,083 is the lowest price for a one-way Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Lusaka Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 5,996. These prices may change based on availability.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from JNB to LUN. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Lusaka Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from JNB to LUN is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a new discounted fare appears.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Lusaka Airport.

Handy information about Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB)

Of all flights departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport, 75% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To reach Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport from central Johannesburg, it'll take around 30 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 26 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes when using public transport.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near JNB. Whether you're taking an early flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Lusaka Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:

Arriving at Lusaka Airport (LUN)

Reserve a hotel near LUN if you have a late Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Lusaka Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Lusaka Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Europcar, Avis or Keddy By Europcar and chase adventure across Lusaka and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Lusaka Airport about three weeks before you set off.

Getting from Lusaka Airport (LUN) to central Lusaka

Lusaka Airport to central Lusaka has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour.

When to fly to Lusaka Airport (LUN)

July is the most popular month for flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Lusaka Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Lusaka in March.
The warmest month in Lusaka is October, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Lusaka Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from JNB to LUN in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) on average.