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Cheap flights from South Africa to Zambia 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

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Zambia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Zambia flight deals. Data was 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
  • South Africa to Zambia
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NAYSA
  • NAYSA
  • 31/3
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 20m total
  • South Africa to Zambia
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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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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 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
Thu 3/410:50JNB - LVI
Nonstop1h 45mAirlink
Mon 7/413:15LVI - JNB
Nonstop1h 45mAirlink
Deal found 23/3R6 658
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
Mon 31/312:20CPT - LUN
1 stop9h 15mSouth African
Mon 7/46:40LUN - CPT
1 stop10h 05mSouth African
Deal found 23/3R7 476
Wed 7/519:35JNB - LVI
1 stop16h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 14/512:20LVI - JNB
1 stop20h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/3R7 658
Sun 16/1110:15JNB - LVI
1 stop7h 20mNAYSA
Sun 23/1118:05LVI - JNB
1 stop15h 25mNAYSA
Deal found 23/3R7 695
Wed 26/31:15JNB - LUN
2 stops16h 00mKenya Airways
Sun 30/310:00LUN - JNB
2 stops14h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 23/3R7 713
Thu 12/612:00CPT - LVI
Nonstop2h 50mProflight Zambia
Sun 15/68:10LVI - CPT
Nonstop3h 00mProflight Zambia
Deal found 24/3R7 767

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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 24 March 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Zambia that are best for you.

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Zambia

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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

JohannesburgLivingstone

JNB - LVI

JNBLVI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/4

10:50-12:35

Nonstop1h 45m

Livingstone

Mon 7/4

13:15-15:00

Nonstop1h 45m

R6 658

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

Cape TownLusaka

CPT - LUN

CPTLUN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 7/5

9:00-21:35

1 stop12h 35m

Lusaka

Wed 14/5

13:30-23:20

1 stop9h 50m

R7 476

JohannesburgLivingstone

JNB - LVI

JNBLVI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/5

19:35-11:45

1 stop16h 10m

Livingstone

Wed 14/5

12:20-8:40

1 stop20h 20m

R7 658

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

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Zambia

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Zambia from South Africa with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Zambia

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Zambia (average of R267). Flying from South Africa 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 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 24 March 2025.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 41% on flights from South Africa to Zambia by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Africa to Zambia?

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their South Africa to Zambia flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 24 March 2025.

The most flights from ZA0 to ZM0 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 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 24 March 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Airlink, Qatar Airways and South African 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
67 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,6

Boarding

8,5

Overall

8,6

Crew

9,0

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

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

Entertainment

6,6

Boarding

8,5

Overall

8,6

Crew

9,0

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

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
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 540 reviews
Airlink
8,6
Very Good
67 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,6

Boarding

8,5

Overall

8,6

Crew

9,0

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

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
7,3
Good
30 reviews
Airlink
8,6
Very Good
67 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,6

Boarding

8,5

Overall

8,6

Crew

9,0

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

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
766 reviews
Airlink
8,6
Very Good
67 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,6

Boarding

8,5

Overall

8,6

Crew

9,0

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

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 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 692. Airlink flights start at R3 420 while deals on South African start at R4 275 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Zambia (average of R267). Flying from South Africa 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 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 24 March 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FlySafairCheapestR3 196AverageR6 190FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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South AfricanCheapestR3 918AverageR6 952FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Proflight ZambiaCheapestR4 211AverageR7 921FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR4 587AverageR5 371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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NAYSACheapestR4 790AverageR6 471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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RwandAirCheapestR4 924AverageR5 217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirlinkCheapestR5 246AverageR8 677FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR7 125AverageR8 415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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