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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka from R2 692

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 31/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LUN
Mar 29 — Apr 51
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Lusaka are usually found in January or February, booked 49 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to Lusaka

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) to Lusaka (LUN). 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 24 March 2025.

Round-trip from

R4 857

One-way from

R2 692

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R5 039

Good round-trip deal

R4 902 or less

Good one-way deal

R2 579 or less
South African
  • South African
  • 8/5-15/5
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Lusaka
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NAYSA
  • NAYSA
  • 31/3
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to Lusaka
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R4 967 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R800 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Lusaka
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Lusaka. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 24 March 2025.

Thu 27/319:50JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 45mEthiopian Air
Sun 30/37:25LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 23/3R4 530
Thu 8/510:40JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 00mSouth African
Thu 15/513:30LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mSouth African
Deal found 24/3R4 857
Tue 29/419:25JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 10mNAYSA
Sun 4/57:25LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mNAYSA
Deal found 24/3R5 294
Sat 3/519:25JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 16/57:25LUN - JNB
1 stop11h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3R6 731
Sat 10/511:30JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 00mAirlink
Wed 14/514:15LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mAirlink
Deal found 23/3R7 022
Sat 3/515:55JNB - LUN
2 stops22h 20mAir Tanzania
Fri 16/515:15LUN - JNB
1 stop23h 40mAir Tanzania
Deal found 24/3R7 385
Wed 26/31:15JNB - LUN
2 stops16h 00mKenya Airways
Sun 30/310:00LUN - JNB
2 stops14h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 23/3R7 713
Thu 27/316:50JNB - LUN
1 stop21h 20mRwandAir
Sun 30/314:50LUN - JNB
2 stops23h 30mRwandAir
Deal found 23/3R9 205

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customise your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo to Lusaka that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 24 March 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka that are best for you.

Fly from

OR Tambo

Fly to

Lusaka

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 8/5

10:40-12:40

Nonstop2h 00m

Lusaka

Thu 15/5

13:30-15:30

Nonstop2h 00m

R4 857

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 29/4

19:25-21:35

Nonstop2h 10m

Lusaka

Sun 4/5

7:25-9:30

Nonstop2h 05m

R5 294

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 4/4

10:10-12:30

Nonstop2h 20m

Lusaka

Sat 5/4

16:20-18:30

Nonstop2h 10m

R5 603

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 3/5

19:25-21:35

Nonstop2h 10m

Lusaka

Fri 16/5

7:25-18:50

1 stop11h 25m

R6 731

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 10/5

11:30-13:30

Nonstop2h 00m

Lusaka

Wed 14/5

14:15-16:15

Nonstop2h 00m

R7 022

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 3/5

15:55-14:15

2 stops22h 20m

Lusaka

Fri 16/5

15:15-14:55

1 stop23h 40m

R7 385

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 16/4

12:10-9:10

1 stop21h 00m

Lusaka

Fri 25/4

0:45-15:50

2 stops15h 05m

R7 713

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/5

16:50-14:50

2 stops22h 00m

Lusaka

Sat 10/5

16:00-14:20

2 stops22h 20m

R9 896

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 28/8

12:00-10:00

3 stops22h 00m

Lusaka

Sun 31/8

9:10-8:10

2 stops23h 00m

R15 517

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 31/3

10:15-12:35

Nonstop2h 20m

R2 692

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Lusaka

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to Lusaka. Price data was last updated on 21 March 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 24 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka (average of R267). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka in August is currently the most expensive (average of R310). 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 JNB to LUN?

Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo to Lusaka. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 24 March 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 43% on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from OR Tambo to Lusaka. Price data was last updated on 16 March 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka

Explore weekly flight availability from OR Tambo to Lusaka. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 24 March 2025.

The most flights from JNB to LUN are scheduled on a Sunday (21 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (15 on average).

Rainfall in Lusaka by month

Plan your trip to Lusaka by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Lusaka ranges from 10.0 - 200.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 200.0 mm. May is typically the driest time to visit Lusaka when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Lusaka by month

Plan your trip to Lusaka by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Lusaka, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, October is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 25.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 16.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Lusaka

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Lusaka. 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 Lusaka. Reviews last updated 24 March 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Airlink, South African and Ethiopian Air from Johannesburg to Lusaka have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8,6
Very Good
67 reviews
Check prices

Food

8,0

Crew

9,0

Boarding

8,5

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,6

Overall

8,6

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
Airlink
8,6
Very Good
67 reviews
Airlink
8,6
Very Good
67 reviews
Check prices

Food

8,0

Crew

9,0

Boarding

8,5

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,6

Overall

8,6

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
South African
7,3
Good
30 reviews
Airlink
8,6
Very Good
67 reviews
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Food

8,0

Crew

9,0

Boarding

8,5

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,6

Overall

8,6

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
766 reviews
Airlink
8,6
Very Good
67 reviews
Check prices

Food

8,0

Crew

9,0

Boarding

8,5

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,6

Overall

8,6

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
RwandAir
7,1
Good
27 reviews
Airlink
8,6
Very Good
67 reviews
Check prices

Food

8,0

Crew

9,0

Boarding

8,5

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,6

Overall

8,6

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from OR Tambo to Lusaka. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Lusaka from Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    If you book a flight to Lusaka from Johannesburg OR Tambo, you will be flying to Lusaka, which is the city’s only airport. Lusaka (LUN) is located 19,6 km from the centre of Lusaka. There are 18 flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Lusaka per day from 6 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka round-trip from R4 857. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are NAYSA, from R5 294, and Proflight Zambia, from R5 566. South African is currently priced 4% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as R2 692 on NAYSA. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air Tanzania from R4 311 and Kenya Airways from R4 948 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka are South African (96%), Egyptair (94%) and Qantas Airways (93%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka? While on average our users pay R6 461, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R2 539. The most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Lusaka), is priced around R4 530.

  • Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to Lusaka that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on OR Tambo to Lusaka flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Lusaka?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from OR Tambo to Lusaka.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to Lusaka?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo to Lusaka 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka (average of R267). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka in August is currently the most expensive (average of R310). 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 6 airlines flying from OR Tambo to Lusaka

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo to Lusaka. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 24 March 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
South AfricanCheapestR3 903AverageR5 084FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Proflight ZambiaCheapestR4 495AverageR5 225FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR4 587AverageR4 821FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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NAYSACheapestR4 787AverageR4 997FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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RwandAirCheapestR4 925AverageR5 207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirlinkCheapestR5 231AverageR6 075FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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