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Cheap flights from Lubumbashi to Cape Town from R8 738

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FBM — CPT
Jan 3 — Jan 101
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Lubumbashi to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Lubumbashi to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 4 December 2025.

Wed 31/1213:55FBM - CPT
1 stop19h 50mAirlink
Wed 14/17:00CPT - FBM
1 stop6h 10mAirlink
Deal found 2/12R9 472
Sun 7/122:20FBM - CPT
1 stop11h 25mEthiopian Air
Sun 21/1213:50CPT - FBM
1 stop11h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 2/12R10 309
Sun 14/1212:55FBM - CPT
1 stop9h 50mSouth African
Sat 27/1220:25CPT - FBM
1 stop15h 40mSouth African
Deal found 2/12R10 599
Wed 24/122:20FBM - CPT
1 stop12h 15mEthiopian Air
Sun 25/113:50CPT - FBM
1 stop11h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 3/12R11 384
Wed 31/1214:40FBM - CPT
3 stops19h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 14/120:25CPT - FBM
1 stop15h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12R11 725
Mon 8/1211:35FBM - CPT
2 stops36h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 21/1211:05CPT - FBM
3 stops23h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12R11 930
Sun 14/1214:40FBM - CPT
3 stops30h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 22/1219:35CPT - FBM
1 stop16h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12R12 220
Mon 15/1211:35FBM - CPT
2 stops35h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 31/125:45CPT - FBM
1 stop6h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12R12 271
Sun 14/1214:40FBM - CPT
3 stops30h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 27/1215:15CPT - FBM
1 stop20h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12R12 493

Find flight deals from Lubumbashi to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Lubumbashi (FBM) to Cape Town (CPT). 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 4 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R8 738

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R10 616
Airlink
  • Airlink
  • 8/2-12/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 26h 55m total
  • Lubumbashi to Cape Town
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Lubumbashi to Cape Town 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 4 December 2025.
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LubumbashiCape Town

FBM - CPT

FBMCPT

Lubumbashi Luano

Sun 8/2

13:55-9:45

1 stop19h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/2

6:05-13:10

1 stop7h 05m

R8 738

LubumbashiCape Town

FBM - CPT

FBMCPT

Lubumbashi Luano

Fri 6/2

13:55-9:45

1 stop19h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/2

6:05-13:10

1 stop7h 05m

R9 165

LubumbashiCape Town

FBM - CPT

FBMCPT

Lubumbashi Luano

Wed 31/12

13:55-9:45

1 stop19h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 14/1

7:00-13:10

1 stop6h 10m

R9 472

LubumbashiCape Town

FBM - CPT

FBMCPT

Lubumbashi Luano

Sun 14/12

12:55-22:45

1 stop9h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 27/12

20:25-12:05

1 stop15h 40m

R10 599

LubumbashiCape Town

FBM - CPT

FBMCPT

Lubumbashi Luano

Wed 24/12

2:20-14:35

1 stop12h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 25/1

13:50-1:20

1 stop11h 30m

R11 384

LubumbashiCape Town

FBM - CPT

FBMCPT

Lubumbashi Luano

Wed 31/12

14:40-9:45

3 stops19h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 14/1

20:25-12:05

1 stop15h 40m

R11 725

LubumbashiCape Town

FBM - CPT

FBMCPT

Lubumbashi Luano

Sun 14/12

14:40-21:00

3 stops30h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 22/12

19:35-12:05

1 stop16h 30m

R12 220

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Lubumbashi to Cape Town

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Lubumbashi to Cape Town?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lubumbashi to Cape Town (average of R8 892). Flying from Lubumbashi to Cape Town in June is currently the most expensive (average of R10 138). 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 FBM to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from Lubumbashi to Cape Town. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 4 December 2025.

When flying from Lubumbashi to Cape Town, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 17% versus a flight at midday.

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. 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 Cape Town. Reviews last updated 4 December 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Airlink and South African from Lubumbashi to Cape Town. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
84 reviews
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Entertainment

6,4

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,9

Food

8,0

Overall

8,4

Comfort

8,3

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
8,4
Very Good
84 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
84 reviews
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Entertainment

6,4

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,9

Food

8,0

Overall

8,4

Comfort

8,3

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
7,4
Good
47 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
84 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,4

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,9

Food

8,0

Overall

8,4

Comfort

8,3

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

  • How long is the flight from Lubumbashi to Cape Town?

    Airlines like Airlink fly from Lubumbashi to Cape Town in about 19h 50m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . Lubumbashi and Cape Town are separated by a distance of 2647 km.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Lubumbashi to Cape Town round-trip?

    According to our current data, South African (R9 074), and Airlink (R10 261) offers the cheapest pricing from Lubumbashi to Cape Town. Users have found that South African is 11% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Lubumbashi to Cape Town one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Lubumbashi to Cape Town are South African (R3 476), Airlink (R4 763), and Kenya Airways (R5 865).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Lubumbashi to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Lubumbashi to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Lubumbashi to Cape Town?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Lubumbashi to Cape Town.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Lubumbashi to Cape Town?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Lubumbashi to Cape Town 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 Lubumbashi to Cape Town?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lubumbashi to Cape Town (average of R8 892). Flying from Lubumbashi to Cape Town in June is currently the most expensive (average of R10 138). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
South AfricanCheapestR9 083AverageR9 804FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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AirlinkCheapestR10 261AverageR11 667FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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