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R3 327+ Cheap flights to Lusaka

— LUN
Oct 12 — Oct 191
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Lusaka in 2026

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Nonstop2h 00m
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Nonstop2h 20m
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Nonstop2h 05m
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Nonstop2h 10m
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Nonstop2h 10m
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1 stop21h 00m
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2 stops24h 55m
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Thu 8/1016:20 -
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Thu 15/1016:20 -
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Thu 24/918:45 -
2 stops15h 15m
Tue 13/106:40 -
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Thu 24/127:00 -
1 stop6h 15m
Sun 27/129:20 -
1 stop10h 05m
Deal found 12/9R12 952

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R6 541

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R3 327

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Average price

R5 927
Air Tanzania
  • Air Tanzania
  • 29/12-8/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to Lusaka
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  • FlySafair
  • 1/2-31/12
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Lusaka
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JohannesburgLusaka

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LUN Lusaka

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 30/9

12:00-14:00

Nonstop2h 00m

Lusaka

Wed 31/12

0:00-0:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R3 553

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LUN Lusaka

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/10

14:00-16:00

Nonstop2h 00m

Lusaka

Wed 31/12

0:00-0:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R3 569

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LUN Lusaka

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 27/10

12:00-14:00

Nonstop2h 00m

Lusaka

Wed 31/12

0:00-0:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R3 844

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LUN Lusaka

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/11

14:00-16:00

Nonstop2h 00m

Lusaka

Wed 31/12

0:00-0:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R3 844

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LUN Lusaka

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 23/10

14:00-16:00

Nonstop2h 00m

Lusaka

Wed 31/12

0:00-0:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R3 844

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LUN Lusaka

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 31/10

16:10-13:20

1 stop21h 10m

Lusaka

Wed 31/12

0:00-0:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R3 876

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LUN Lusaka

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/12

20:10-10:00

1 stop13h 50m

Lusaka

Wed 31/12

0:00-0:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R4 070

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LUN Lusaka

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/10

9:30-17:00

2 stops7h 30m

Lusaka

Wed 31/12

0:00-0:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R4 619

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LUN Lusaka

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 31/10

1:35-17:25

2 stops15h 50m

Lusaka

Wed 31/12

0:00-0:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R5 120

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LUN Lusaka

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/10

1:35-9:15

1 stop7h 40m

Lusaka

Wed 31/12

0:00-0:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R5 120

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Lusaka

How long is the flight to Lusaka?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Lusaka takes 4 hours 7 minutes. Flights to Lusaka 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 Lusaka

The most flights from Johannesburg to Lusaka are scheduled on a Tuesday (20 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 on average).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Lusaka?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Lusaka are South African, Zambia Airways and Airlink.

South African
South African
From R1 721
Zambia Airways
Zambia Airways
From R4 602
Airlink
Airlink
From R5 386
Proflight Zambia
Proflight Zambia
From R3 528

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Lusaka?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Lusaka are Ethiopian Air, South African and Proflight Zambia.

Rainfall in Lusaka by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Lusaka ranges from 10.0 - 200.0 mm per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 200.0 mm. May is typically the driest time to visit Lusaka when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Lusaka by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Lusaka, 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).

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Lusaka, you should look to book at least 25 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.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Lusaka?

Users looking for the lowest fares to Lusaka should consider flying on Saturday afternoons, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Tuesday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.

Reviews of airlines servicing Lusaka

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown Airlink,South African, andEthiopian Air to Zambia to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
91 reviews
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Food

8,1

Entertainment

6,4

Overall

8,4

Crew

8,9

Boarding

8,2

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
91 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
91 reviews
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Food

8,1

Entertainment

6,4

Overall

8,4

Crew

8,9

Boarding

8,2

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
7,7
Good
65 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
91 reviews
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Food

8,1

Entertainment

6,4

Overall

8,4

Crew

8,9

Boarding

8,2

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
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 040 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
91 reviews
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Food

8,1

Entertainment

6,4

Overall

8,4

Crew

8,9

Boarding

8,2

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
Zambia Airways
6,8
Okay
10 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
91 reviews
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Food

8,1

Entertainment

6,4

Overall

8,4

Crew

8,9

Boarding

8,2

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

FAQs about flying to Lusaka

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

    Lusaka (LUN), located 19,6 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights to Lusaka. Lusaka is the only Lusaka airport and it handles 16 daily flights from Johannesburg. 6 airlines have flights from Johannesburg to Lusaka on a regular basis.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Lusaka 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 Lusaka on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Lusaka?

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

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

    Lusaka is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Lusaka. One-way flights to Lusaka typically cost R2 197, while return flights cost around R3 460.

  • How much is a return flight to Lusaka?

    A return flight to Lusaka will typically cost around R7 647, however they can be found for as little as R3 460.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Lusaka depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Lusaka, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (2 hours 0 minutes).

  • Does Lusaka have car hire?

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

  • Are there hotels close to Lusaka?

    Yes. Lusaka has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Airport Hill Apartments is the closest property to Lusaka (0,0 km away from Lusaka).

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