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R3 396+ Cheap flights to Lusaka

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 21/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— LUN
Sep 10 — Sep 171
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Lusaka in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Lusaka
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Lusaka. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 11 August 2026.

Sun 20/919:35 -
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Sat 26/913:30 -
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Deal found 9/8R6 744
Fri 28/814:15 -
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Mon 31/811:00 -
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Deal found 8/8R6 760
Sun 20/919:35 -
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Sun 27/913:30 -
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Deal found 6/8R6 793
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Sun 27/1215:05 -
1 stop22h 10m
Deal found 11/8R6 825
Thu 10/919:35 -
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Wed 16/96:40 -
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Deal found 6/8R6 841
Thu 3/919:35 -
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Mon 7/96:40 -
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Deal found 11/8R6 857
Tue 1/919:35 -
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Tue 8/913:30 -
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Deal found 9/8R6 874
Thu 20/814:15 -
1 stop24h 00m
Mon 24/811:00 -
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Deal found 9/8R6 890
Tue 13/1014:00 -
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Mon 19/108:15 -
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Thu 3/914:15 -
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Mon 7/98:15 -
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Tue 1/913:30 -
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Wed 30/97:00 -
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Sat 3/107:15 -
2 stops9h 15m
Deal found 6/8R17 030

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Find the latest flights to Lusaka in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 11 August 2026.

Return from

R6 744

One-way from

R3 396

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R5 790
South African
  • South African
  • 20/9-26/9
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Lusaka
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Proflight Zambia
  • Proflight Zambia
  • 21/8
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Lusaka
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 25% potential increase in price (R1 876 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R183 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Locate flights to Lusaka that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 11 August 2026.
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Price

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JohannesburgLusaka

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LUN Lusaka

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 8/10

11:30-13:30

Nonstop2h 00m

Lusaka

Thu 15/10

14:15-16:20

Nonstop2h 05m

R7 084

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LUN Lusaka

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/1

7:40-9:40

Nonstop2h 00m

Lusaka

Sun 7/2

17:05-19:10

Nonstop2h 05m

R7 100

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LUN Lusaka

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/9

7:40-9:40

Nonstop2h 00m

Lusaka

Thu 17/9

14:15-16:20

Nonstop2h 05m

R7 100

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LUN Lusaka

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 30/9

7:40-9:40

Nonstop2h 00m

Lusaka

Sat 3/10

14:15-16:20

Nonstop2h 05m

R7 100

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LUN Lusaka

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 29/12

11:30-13:30

Nonstop2h 00m

Lusaka

Fri 8/1

14:15-16:20

Nonstop2h 05m

R7 100

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LUN Lusaka

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 18/9

7:40-9:40

Nonstop2h 00m

Lusaka

Fri 18/9

14:15-16:20

Nonstop2h 05m

R7 100

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LUN Lusaka

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 21/8

7:40-9:40

Nonstop2h 00m

Lusaka

Mon 24/8

10:20-12:25

Nonstop2h 05m

R7 197

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LUN Lusaka

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 21/8

10:10-12:30

Nonstop2h 20m

Lusaka

Fri 28/8

7:20-9:25

Nonstop2h 05m

R7 731

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LUN Lusaka

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 21/8

10:10-12:30

Nonstop2h 20m

Lusaka

Thu 27/8

16:20-18:30

Nonstop2h 10m

R7 731

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LUN Lusaka

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 20/9

10:15-12:35

Nonstop2h 20m

Lusaka

Sat 26/9

16:20-18:30

Nonstop2h 10m

R7 747

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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 13 hours 2 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 Monday (22 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 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 724
Zambia Airways
Zambia Airways
From R4 616
Airlink
Airlink
From R5 391
Proflight Zambia
Proflight Zambia
From R3 707

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

Plan your trip to Lusaka by taking into account the average rainfall totals 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

Plan your trip to Lusaka by taking into account the average temperature totals 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?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Lusaka. Price data was last updated on 8 August 2026.

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

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Lusaka. 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 Lusaka. Reviews last updated 11 August 2026.
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
92 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Food

8,0

Crew

8,8

Overall

8,4

Comfort

8,2

Entertainment

6,3

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
92 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
92 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Food

8,0

Crew

8,8

Overall

8,4

Comfort

8,2

Entertainment

6,3

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
7,6
Good
63 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
92 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Food

8,0

Crew

8,8

Overall

8,4

Comfort

8,2

Entertainment

6,3

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
1 023 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
92 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Food

8,0

Crew

8,8

Overall

8,4

Comfort

8,2

Entertainment

6,3

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
92 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Food

8,0

Crew

8,8

Overall

8,4

Comfort

8,2

Entertainment

6,3

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 R1 971, while return flights cost around R3 302.

  • How much is a return flight to Lusaka?

    A return flight to Lusaka will typically cost around R40 617, however they can be found for as little as R3 302.

  • 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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