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R3 946+ Cheap flights to Lubumbashi

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Sep 27 — Oct 41
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Flights to Lubumbashi in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Lubumbashi

Sat 10/109:30 -
Nonstop2h 40m
Sat 17/1013:10 -
Nonstop2h 40m
Deal found 27/8R6 677
Thu 24/99:30 -
Nonstop2h 40m
Thu 1/1013:10 -
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Deal found 24/8R6 693
Thu 10/99:30 -
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Sun 13/913:10 -
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Deal found 27/8R6 773
Mon 26/1010:40 -
Nonstop2h 35m
Fri 30/1013:55 -
Nonstop2h 40m
Deal found 28/8R6 821
Wed 23/99:30 -
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Wed 30/913:10 -
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Deal found 24/8R6 837
Mon 12/1010:40 -
Nonstop2h 35m
Mon 19/1013:55 -
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Deal found 28/8R6 853
Thu 15/1010:40 -
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Sun 18/1013:55 -
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Deal found 28/8R6 869
Fri 4/99:30 -
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Tue 8/913:10 -
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Deal found 27/8R6 933

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R6 677

One-way from

R3 946

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R6 821
South African
  • South African
  • 10/10-17/10
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to Lubumbashi
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South African
  • South African
  • 23/9
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to Lubumbashi
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R134 potential savings vs. average return price).
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JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - FBM Lubumbashi Luano

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/10

9:30-12:10

Nonstop2h 40m

Lubumbashi Luano

Wed 14/10

13:10-15:50

Nonstop2h 40m

R6 693
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - FBM Lubumbashi Luano

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/10

10:40-13:15

Nonstop2h 35m

Lubumbashi Luano

Mon 19/10

13:55-16:35

Nonstop2h 40m

R6 853

JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - FBM Lubumbashi Luano

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/2

10:40-13:15

Nonstop2h 35m

Lubumbashi Luano

Thu 4/2

13:55-16:35

Nonstop2h 40m

R8 802

JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - FBM Lubumbashi Luano

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 10/10

1:15-13:35

1 stop12h 20m

Lubumbashi Luano

Sun 18/10

14:35-10:55

2 stops20h 20m

R8 978

JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - FBM Lubumbashi Luano

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/10

8:20-1:05

1 stop16h 45m

Lubumbashi Luano

Sat 17/10

2:20-13:30

1 stop11h 10m

R11 390

JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - FBM Lubumbashi Luano

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 10/10

22:50-12:40

1 stop13h 50m

Lubumbashi Luano

Fri 16/10

2:20-13:30

1 stop11h 10m

R11 406

JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - FBM Lubumbashi Luano

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/10

14:30-1:05

1 stop10h 35m

Lubumbashi Luano

Sun 18/10

2:20-13:30

1 stop11h 10m

R11 949

JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - FBM Lubumbashi Luano

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/10

14:15-13:55

2 stops23h 40m

Lubumbashi Luano

Wed 14/10

14:35-0:15

2 stops9h 40m

R12 061
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Fastest single journey

JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - FBM Lubumbashi Luano

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/9

10:40-13:15

Nonstop2h 35m

R4 169

JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - FBM Lubumbashi Luano

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 21/9

10:40-13:15

Nonstop2h 35m

R4 185

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Lubumbashi

How long is the flight to Lubumbashi?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi takes 2 hours 35 minutes. Flights to Lubumbashi from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

Weekly flight availability to Lubumbashi

The most flights from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Lubumbashi?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi are South African, Airlink and Ethiopian Air.

South African
South African
From R4 724
Airlink
Airlink
From R5 152
Ethiopian Air
Ethiopian Air
From R3 165

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Lubumbashi?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi are Ethiopian Air, South African and Airlink.

Rainfall in Lubumbashi by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Lubumbashi ranges from 0.0 - 260.0 mm per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 260.0 mm. May is typically the driest time to visit Lubumbashi when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Lubumbashi by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Lubumbashi, 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 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 16.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to Lubumbashi?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Lubumbashi, you should look to book at least 72 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Reviews of airlines servicing Lubumbashi

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown Airlink,South African, andEthiopian Air to the Democratic Republic of the Congo to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
91 reviews
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Overall

8,4

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,9

Food

8,1

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,4

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
91 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
91 reviews
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Overall

8,4

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,9

Food

8,1

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,4

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
7,6
Good
64 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
91 reviews
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Overall

8,4

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,9

Food

8,1

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,4

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
1 034 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
91 reviews
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Overall

8,4

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,9

Food

8,1

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,4

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

FAQs about flying to Lubumbashi

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Lubumbashi?

    Booking a flight to Lubumbashi Luano (FBM) is your only option if you intend on flying to Lubumbashi. It is only a 9,5 km journey from Luano to Lubumbashi’s city centre. Luano is the only Lubumbashi airport and it handles 3 daily flights from Johannesburg. 3 airlines have flights from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi Luano on a regular basis.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Lubumbashi if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Lubumbashi on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Lubumbashi?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Ethiopian Air is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Lubumbashi.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Lubumbashi?

    Lubumbashi Luano is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Lubumbashi. One-way flights to Lubumbashi Luano typically cost R2 753, while return flights cost around R6 521.

  • How much is a return flight to Lubumbashi?

    A return flight to Lubumbashi will typically cost around R6 768, however they can be found for as little as R6 521.

  • Does Lubumbashi Luano have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Lubumbashi Luano can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Lubumbashi Luano?

    Yes. Lubumbashi Luano has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Luano City Bed and Breakfast is the closest property to Lubumbashi Luano (1,6 km away from Lubumbashi Luano).

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