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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Zambia from R2 636

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 2/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LUN
Feb 26 — Mar 51
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Johannesburg to Zambia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Johannesburg to Zambia flight deals. Data was last updated 21 February 2025.

Round-trip from

R4 646

One-way from

R2 636

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R4 977
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 3/4-5/4
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to Zambia
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NAYSA
  • NAYSA
  • 2/4
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to Zambia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R5 017 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R790 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2025
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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Zambia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Zambia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 February 2025.

Thu 3/419:25JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 10mEthiopian Air
Sat 5/416:20LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 20/2R4 646
Mon 12/519:35JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 00mSouth African
Sat 31/513:30LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mSouth African
Deal found 20/2R4 941
Tue 8/419:25JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 10mNAYSA
Sun 13/47:25LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mNAYSA
Deal found 20/2R5 033
Tue 18/311:00JNB - LVI
Nonstop1h 45mAirlink
Tue 25/313:25LVI - JNB
Nonstop1h 45mAirlink
Deal found 19/2R6 802
Sat 10/519:25JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 28/58:15LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2R6 821
Wed 25/63:10JNB - LUN
2 stops11h 40mRwandAir
Sun 29/616:00LUN - JNB
2 stops10h 20mRwandAir
Deal found 20/2R7 116
Mon 12/513:30JNB - LUN
2 stops24h 45mAir Tanzania
Sat 31/515:05LUN - JNB
1 stop21h 25mAir Tanzania
Deal found 20/2R7 282
Wed 26/31:15JNB - LUN
2 stops16h 00mKenya Airways
Mon 5/510:00LUN - JNB
2 stops29h 50mKenya Airways
Deal found 20/2R7 816
Thu 15/519:25JNB - LVI
1 stop15h 30mNAYSA
Sat 31/518:05LVI - JNB
1 stop15h 25mNAYSA
Deal found 20/2R7 945
Mon 17/31:15JNB - LVI
1 stop8h 25mKenya Airways
Tue 25/318:00LVI - JNB
1 stop30h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 19/2R8 517
Fri 11/410:50JNB - LVI
Nonstop1h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 20/418:05LVI - JNB
1 stop15h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2R8 793
Mon 7/419:50HLA - LVI
1 stop21h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 14/412:20LVI - HLA
3 stops30h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/2R23 283

Find flights from Johannesburg to Zambia within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg to Zambia 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 21 February 2025.

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Johannesburg

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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/4

19:25-21:35

Nonstop2h 10m

Lusaka

Sat 5/4

16:20-18:30

Nonstop2h 10m

R4 646

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/5

19:35-21:35

Nonstop2h 00m

Lusaka

Sat 31/5

13:30-15:30

Nonstop2h 00m

R4 941

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/4

19:25-21:35

Nonstop2h 10m

Lusaka

Sun 13/4

7:25-9:30

Nonstop2h 05m

R5 033

JohannesburgLivingstone

JNB - LVI

JNBLVI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 18/3

11:00-12:45

Nonstop1h 45m

Livingstone

Tue 25/3

13:25-15:10

Nonstop1h 45m

R6 802

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 10/5

19:25-21:35

Nonstop2h 10m

Lusaka

Wed 28/5

8:15-10:15

Nonstop2h 00m

R6 821

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/6

3:10-14:50

2 stops11h 40m

Lusaka

Sun 29/6

16:00-2:20

2 stops10h 20m

R7 116

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/5

13:30-14:15

2 stops24h 45m

Lusaka

Sat 31/5

15:05-12:30

1 stop21h 25m

R7 282

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 26/3

1:15-17:15

2 stops16h 00m

Lusaka

Mon 5/5

10:00-15:50

2 stops29h 50m

R7 816

JohannesburgLivingstone

JNB - LVI

JNBLVI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/5

19:25-10:55

1 stop15h 30m

Livingstone

Sat 31/5

18:05-9:30

1 stop15h 25m

R7 945

JohannesburgLivingstone

JNB - LVI

JNBLVI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 17/3

1:15-9:40

1 stop8h 25m

Livingstone

Tue 25/3

18:00-0:15

1 stop30h 15m

R8 517

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Zambia

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Travel insights for flights from Johannesburg to Zambia

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Johannesburg to Zambia including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Zambia?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Zambia (average of R267). Flying from Johannesburg to Zambia 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 ZM?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg to Zambia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

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

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg to Zambia?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Zambia. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg to Zambia 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 to Zambia

Explore weekly flight availability from Johannesburg to Zambia. 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 21 February 2025.

The most flights from ZA1 to ZM0 are scheduled on a Wednesday (20 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (12 on average).

Rainfall in Zambia by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Zambia 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 Zambia when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Zambia by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Zambia, 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 Zambia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Zambia. 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 Zambia. Reviews last updated 21 February 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Airlink, South African and RwandAir from Johannesburg to Zambia. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
67 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,4

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,5

Food

7,9

Entertainment

6,6

Crew

9,0

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
8,5
Very Good
67 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
67 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,4

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,5

Food

7,9

Entertainment

6,6

Crew

9,0

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
7,5
Good
44 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
67 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,4

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,5

Food

7,9

Entertainment

6,6

Crew

9,0

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
7,2
Good
28 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
67 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,4

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,5

Food

7,9

Entertainment

6,6

Crew

9,0

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
775 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
67 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,4

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,5

Food

7,9

Entertainment

6,6

Crew

9,0

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 Johannesburg to Zambia. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg to Zambia one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is NAYSA, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R2 636. However, be on the lookout for offers from South African and Airlink, as they are both options that can get you from Johannesburg to Zambia for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Johannesburg to Zambia?

    While some choose either Johannesburg OR Tambo - Livingstone or Johannesburg Lanseria - Lusaka, Johannesburg OR Tambo - Lusaka is the most popular route from Johannesburg to Zambia.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Johannesburg to Zambia?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Johannesburg to Zambia on time: Air France (94%), South African (94%), Egyptair (92%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Zambia?

    The cheapest flight price from Johannesburg to Zambia is R2 536. On average you can expect to pay R5 861. The most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Lusaka), can usually be booked for R4 627.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Zambia that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to Zambia flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to Zambia 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 to Zambia?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Zambia (average of R267). Flying from Johannesburg to Zambia 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 8 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Zambia

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg to Zambia. 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 21 February 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FlySafairCheapestR3 229AverageR3 531FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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South AfricanCheapestR3 989AverageR5 136FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR4 634AverageR5 449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Proflight ZambiaCheapestR4 757AverageR8 984FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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NAYSACheapestR4 821AverageR6 925FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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RwandAirCheapestR4 987AverageR5 233FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirlinkCheapestR5 284AverageR6 921FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR7 186AverageR7 541FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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