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Cheap flights from South Africa to Zambia from R2 610

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 26/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LUN
Dec 23 — Dec 301
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Zambia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from South Africa (ZA0) to Zambia (ZM0). 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 18 December 2024.

Round-trip from

R4 608

One-way from

R2 610
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 26/1-30/1
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 30m total
  • South Africa to Zambia
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NAYSA
  • NAYSA
  • 26/5
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 20m total
  • South Africa to Zambia
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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Zambia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Zambia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 December 2024.

Tue 24/1219:25JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 10mEthiopian Air
Tue 31/1216:20LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 17/12R4 752
Sun 29/1210:15JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 20mNAYSA
Mon 6/17:25LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mNAYSA
Deal found 17/12R6 372
Sun 22/1220:00JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 00mProflight Zambia
Mon 6/18:15LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mProflight Zambia
Deal found 17/12R6 588
Thu 19/1211:00JNB - LVI
Nonstop1h 45mAirlink
Sun 22/1213:25LVI - JNB
Nonstop1h 45mAirlink
Deal found 17/12R6 624
Thu 19/1219:25JNB - LVI
1 stop15h 30mEthiopian Air
Sun 22/1218:05LVI - JNB
1 stop15h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 17/12R6 786
Sat 28/1211:30JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 00mAirlink
Sat 4/114:15LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 15mAirlink
Deal found 16/12R6 930
Tue 31/1210:40JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/115:15LUN - JNB
1 stop21h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/12R7 290
Sat 21/123:10JNB - LUN
1 stop10h 50mRwandAir
Mon 6/116:00LUN - JNB
2 stops10h 20mRwandAir
Deal found 17/12R7 938
Tue 31/121:15JNB - LUN
1 stop22h 40mKenya Airways
Wed 8/19:55LUN - JNB
2 stops21h 45mKenya Airways
Deal found 17/12R8 226
Tue 24/1220:20CPT - LUN
1 stop16h 20mSouth African
Thu 26/126:50LUN - CPT
1 stop12h 00mSouth African
Deal found 17/12R9 270
Sat 28/1211:00JNB - LVI
Nonstop1h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 30/1212:20LVI - JNB
1 stop24h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12R9 504
Fri 20/125:45CPT - LUN
1 stop6h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 23/127:25LUN - CPT
1 stop15h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12R9 558

Find flights from South Africa to Zambia within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa 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 18 December 2024.

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JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 1/3

19:25-21:35

Nonstop2h 10m

Lusaka

Sat 15/3

16:20-18:30

Nonstop2h 10m

R4 554

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 13/4

19:35-21:35

Nonstop2h 00m

Lusaka

Tue 22/4

13:30-15:30

Nonstop2h 00m

R5 058

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 13/1

10:15-12:35

Nonstop2h 20m

Lusaka

Sun 26/1

7:25-9:30

Nonstop2h 05m

R5 076

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 28/2

3:10-15:00

2 stops11h 50m

Lusaka

Sat 15/3

16:00-2:20

2 stops10h 20m

R6 516

JohannesburgLivingstone

JNB - LVI

JNBLVI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/5

10:50-12:35

Nonstop1h 45m

Livingstone

Wed 14/5

13:15-15:00

Nonstop1h 45m

R6 588

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 28/12

11:30-13:30

Nonstop2h 00m

Lusaka

Sat 4/1

14:15-16:30

Nonstop2h 15m

R6 930

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 1/3

10:40-12:40

Nonstop2h 00m

Lusaka

Sat 15/3

15:15-12:55

1 stop21h 40m

R7 092

DurbanLusaka

DUR - LUN

DURLUN

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 17/1

8:05-12:40

1 stop4h 35m

Lusaka

Fri 24/1

6:50-13:55

1 stop7h 05m

R7 182

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 1/3

13:55-14:15

2 stops24h 20m

Lusaka

Sat 15/3

15:15-12:55

1 stop21h 40m

R7 218

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 28/12

12:00-14:00

Nonstop2h 00m

Lusaka

Sat 4/1

8:15-10:15

Nonstop2h 00m

R7 272

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Zambia

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Travel insights for flights from South Africa to Zambia

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Zambia (average of R268). Flying from South Africa to Zambia in September is currently the most expensive (average of R304). 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 ZA to ZM?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa 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 18 December 2024.

When flying from South Africa to Zambia, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from South Africa to Zambia

Explore weekly flight availability from South Africa 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 18 December 2024.

The most flights from ZA0 to ZM0 are scheduled on a Monday (15 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, 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 18 December 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Ethiopian Air, South African and NAYSA from South Africa to Zambia by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8,6
Very Good
69 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,5

Comfort

8,3

Crew

9,0

Boarding

8,4

Food

7,8

Overall

8,6

Reviews

1 / 1

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
69 reviews
Airlink
8,6
Very Good
69 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,5

Comfort

8,3

Crew

9,0

Boarding

8,4

Food

7,8

Overall

8,6

Reviews

1 / 1

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

South African
7,8
Good
65 reviews
Airlink
8,6
Very Good
69 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,5

Comfort

8,3

Crew

9,0

Boarding

8,4

Food

7,8

Overall

8,6

Reviews

1 / 1

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

Ethiopian Air
7,3
Good
781 reviews
Airlink
8,6
Very Good
69 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,5

Comfort

8,3

Crew

9,0

Boarding

8,4

Food

7,8

Overall

8,6

Reviews

1 / 1

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

RwandAir
7,2
Good
30 reviews
Airlink
8,6
Very Good
69 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,5

Comfort

8,3

Crew

9,0

Boarding

8,4

Food

7,8

Overall

8,6

Reviews

1 / 1

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 South Africa 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 South Africa to Zambia one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with NAYSA, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R2 610. Proflight Zambia flights start at R2 736 while deals on Airlink start at R3 294 one-way.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Zambia?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to Zambia.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Zambia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa 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 South Africa to Zambia?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Zambia (average of R268). Flying from South Africa to Zambia in September is currently the most expensive (average of R304). 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 South Africa to Zambia

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from South Africa 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 18 December 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FlySafairCheapestR3 148AverageR5 746FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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South AfricanCheapestR4 259AverageR6 660FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR4 624AverageR4 924FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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NAYSACheapestR4 627AverageR6 717FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Proflight ZambiaCheapestR4 853AverageR8 649FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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RwandAirCheapestR4 882AverageR5 107FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirlinkCheapestR5 139AverageR8 218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR7 017AverageR8 094FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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