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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lubumbashi from R3 359

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 9/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — FBM
Feb 14 — Feb 211
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Lubumbashi Luano are usually found in November or December, booked 67 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to Lubumbashi

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) to Lubumbashi (FBM). 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 15 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R4 883

One-way from

R3 359

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R7 848

Good round-trip deal

R5 263 or less

Good one-way deal

R3 177 or less
South African
  • South African
  • 11/2-18/2
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to Lubumbashi
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Airlink
  • Airlink
  • 9/2
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to Lubumbashi
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R4 713 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R1 956 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Lubumbashi Luano.
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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Lubumbashi
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Lubumbashi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 January 2026.

Sun 22/29:25
JNB
-
FBM
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Sat 28/212:55
FBM
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Deal found 15/1R4 866
Wed 11/29:25
JNB
-
FBM
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Wed 18/212:55
FBM
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Deal found 14/1R4 883
Sat 17/19:25
JNB
-
FBM
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Sun 18/112:55
FBM
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Deal found 14/1R4 981
Fri 20/29:25
JNB
-
FBM
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Fri 27/212:55
FBM
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Deal found 13/1R5 046
Sat 17/19:25
JNB
-
FBM
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Sat 7/212:55
FBM
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Deal found 12/1R5 063
Sat 17/19:25
JNB
-
FBM
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Sat 31/112:55
FBM
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Deal found 12/1R5 079
Fri 16/19:25
JNB
-
FBM
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Fri 23/112:55
FBM
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Deal found 13/1R5 096
Wed 11/210:40
JNB
-
FBM
Nonstop2h 30m
Airlink
Wed 18/213:55
FBM
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 40m
Airlink
Deal found 14/1R5 292
Tue 3/210:40
JNB
-
FBM
Nonstop2h 30m
Airlink
Tue 17/213:55
FBM
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 40m
Airlink
Deal found 14/1R5 309
Thu 15/110:40
JNB
-
FBM
Nonstop2h 30m
Airlink
Sun 18/113:55
FBM
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 40m
Airlink
Deal found 15/1R6 210

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Customise your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo to Lubumbashi 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 15 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lubumbashi that are best for you.

Fly from

OR Tambo

Fly to

Lubumbashi

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB - FBM

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/2

9:25-12:05

Nonstop2h 40m

Lubumbashi Luano

Fri 6/3

12:55-15:35

Nonstop2h 40m

R4 883

JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB - FBM

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/2

9:25-12:05

Nonstop2h 40m

Lubumbashi Luano

Wed 18/2

12:55-15:35

Nonstop2h 40m

R4 883

JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB - FBM

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/2

9:25-12:05

Nonstop2h 40m

Lubumbashi Luano

Fri 27/2

12:55-15:35

Nonstop2h 40m

R5 046

JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB - FBM

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/3

9:25-12:05

Nonstop2h 40m

Lubumbashi Luano

Sat 7/3

12:55-15:35

Nonstop2h 40m

R5 063

JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB - FBM

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/2

10:40-13:10

Nonstop2h 30m

Lubumbashi Luano

Wed 18/2

13:55-16:35

Nonstop2h 40m

R5 292

JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB - FBM

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/2

10:40-13:10

Nonstop2h 30m

Lubumbashi Luano

Mon 6/4

13:55-16:35

Nonstop2h 40m

R5 292

JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB - FBM

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/2

10:40-13:10

Nonstop2h 30m

Lubumbashi Luano

Mon 2/3

13:55-16:35

Nonstop2h 40m

R5 292

JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB - FBM

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/2

10:40-13:10

Nonstop2h 30m

Lubumbashi Luano

Tue 17/2

13:55-16:35

Nonstop2h 40m

R5 309

JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB - FBM

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 21/2

9:25-12:05

Nonstop2h 40m

Lubumbashi Luano

Mon 2/3

11:35-15:50

1 stop28h 15m

R7 996

JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB - FBM

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/2

23:00-13:15

1 stop14h 15m

Lubumbashi Luano

Tue 17/2

2:20-13:05

1 stop10h 45m

R8 078

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Lubumbashi

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lubumbashi

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lubumbashi?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to Lubumbashi. Price data was last updated on 9 January 2026.

Booking 67 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lubumbashi. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lubumbashi?

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lubumbashi (average of R4 801). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lubumbashi in July is currently the most expensive (average of R6 324). 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 FBM?

Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo to Lubumbashi. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 15 January 2026.

When flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lubumbashi, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lubumbashi?

Reviews of airlines servicing Lubumbashi

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Lubumbashi. 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 Lubumbashi. Reviews last updated 15 January 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Airlink and South African from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lubumbashi have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
81 reviews
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Entertainment

6,3

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,9

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
81 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
81 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,3

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,9

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
7,3
Good
52 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
81 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,3

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,9

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

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Lubumbashi from Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    For a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Lubumbashi, you will be flying into Luano. Lubumbashi Luano (FBM) is just 9,5 km from the centre vof the city. Luano is the only Lubumbashi airport and it handles 4 inbound flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo per day. 2 airlines have flights to Lubumbashi Luano from Johannesburg OR Tambo on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lubumbashi?

    A quick flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lubumbashi can take about 2h 40m. South African provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R4 883. There are 1617 km between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Lubumbashi. All flights are typically direct.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lubumbashi round-trip?

    South African, at R4 945, was found to be the cheapest airline from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lubumbashi. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Airlink. These flights start at 24% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lubumbashi one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is South African, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R2 684. However, be on the lookout for offers from Airlink and Kenya Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lubumbashi for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lubumbashi?

    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 OR Tambo Airport to Lubumbashi on time: South African (93%), Qatar Airways (49%), KLM (49%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lubumbashi?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lubumbashi? While on average our users pay R11 763, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R3 034. The most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Lubumbashi Luano), is priced around R5 292.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lubumbashi?

    Most of the time, Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lubumbashi flights that have stopovers will stop in Nairobi.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lubumbashi flights?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lubumbashi flights have a stopover in Ndola least often.

  • Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to Lubumbashi that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Lubumbashi?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to Lubumbashi?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo to Lubumbashi 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 OR Tambo Airport to Lubumbashi?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lubumbashi (average of R4 801). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lubumbashi in July is currently the most expensive (average of R6 324). 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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Fly from OR Tambo to Lubumbashi on these airlines

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South African flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Lubumbashi Luano
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Top 2 airlines flying from OR Tambo to Lubumbashi

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo to Lubumbashi. 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 15 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
South AfricanCheapestR4 955AverageR6 443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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AirlinkCheapestR5 267AverageR6 461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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