Cheap flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R3 366

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 25/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LUN — JNB
Dec 5 — Dec 121
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Lusaka to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in February or November, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Lusaka to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Lusaka (LUN) to OR Tambo (JNB). 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 5 November 2025.

Round-trip from

R5 092

One-way from

R3 366

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R5 075

Good round-trip deal

R5 186 or less

Good one-way deal

R3 419 or less
South African
  • South African
  • 14/3-23/3
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 00m total
  • Lusaka to Johannesburg
South African
  • South African
  • 25/12
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 00m total
  • Lusaka to Johannesburg
High demand for flights, 0% potential price rise
Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R623 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Lusaka to Johannesburg OR Tambo.
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Cheapest flights from Lusaka to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Lusaka to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 5 November 2025.

Fri 7/117:20LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mZambia Airways
Fri 14/1110:10JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 20mZambia Airways
Deal found 4/11R5 110
Sun 9/117:25LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mZambia Airways
Fri 21/1110:10JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 20mZambia Airways
Deal found 4/11R5 144
Tue 18/116:40LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mSouth African
Wed 14/119:35JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 00mSouth African
Deal found 4/11R5 179
Fri 5/127:20LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mZambia Airways
Sun 7/1210:15JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 20mZambia Airways
Deal found 3/11R5 267
Sun 9/117:25LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mZambia Airways
Tue 11/1119:50JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 45mZambia Airways
Deal found 5/11R5 284
Thu 4/1216:20LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 10mZambia Airways
Sat 6/1219:25JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 10mZambia Airways
Deal found 3/11R5 336
Sat 20/1216:20LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 10mZambia Airways
Sat 27/1219:25JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 10mZambia Airways
Deal found 5/11R5 354
Wed 12/117:25LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 45mZambia Airways
Sun 16/1110:15JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 20mZambia Airways
Deal found 4/11R5 406
Wed 12/117:25LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 45mZambia Airways
Wed 19/1110:55JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 45mZambia Airways
Deal found 3/11R5 424
Tue 16/1216:20LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 10mZambia Airways
Mon 19/110:15JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 20mZambia Airways
Deal found 3/11R5 458
Sat 8/1116:20LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 45mZambia Airways
Tue 18/1119:50JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 45mZambia Airways
Deal found 4/11R5 476
Mon 1/127:25LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mZambia Airways
Tue 23/1219:25JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 10mZambia Airways
Deal found 5/11R5 493

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Lusaka to OR Tambo 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 5 November 2025.
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Lusaka

Fly to

OR Tambo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LusakaJohannesburg

LUN - JNB

LUNJNB

Lusaka

Fri 21/11

7:30-9:35

Nonstop2h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 21/11

14:30-16:30

Nonstop2h 00m

R5 720

LusakaJohannesburg

LUN - JNB

LUNJNB

Lusaka

Wed 10/12

7:20-9:25

Nonstop2h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 28/1

10:15-12:35

Nonstop2h 20m

R5 842

LusakaJohannesburg

LUN - JNB

LUNJNB

Lusaka

Wed 3/12

2:10-20:10

1 stop18h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/12

19:50-22:35

Nonstop2h 45m

R8 493

LusakaJohannesburg

LUN - JNB

LUNJNB

Lusaka

Thu 4/12

2:10-20:10

1 stop18h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 7/12

10:15-12:35

Nonstop2h 20m

R8 493

LusakaJohannesburg

LUN - JNB

LUNJNB

Lusaka

Tue 23/12

16:20-18:30

Nonstop2h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/1

1:35-9:15

1 stop7h 40m

R8 685

LusakaJohannesburg

LUN - JNB

LUNJNB

Lusaka

Mon 22/12

7:20-9:25

Nonstop2h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 26/12

14:30-1:20

1 stop10h 50m

R8 789

LusakaJohannesburg

LUN - JNB

LUNJNB

Lusaka

Mon 22/12

2:10-20:10

1 stop18h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/1

10:15-12:35

Nonstop2h 20m

R8 807

LusakaJohannesburg

LUN - JNB

LUNJNB

Lusaka

Fri 21/11

7:20-9:25

Nonstop2h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 21/11

14:30-1:20

1 stop10h 50m

R9 173

LusakaJohannesburg

LUN - JNB

LUNJNB

Lusaka

Sat 6/12

13:35-3:55

2 stops14h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/12

10:15-12:35

Nonstop2h 20m

R9 190

LusakaJohannesburg

LUN - JNB

LUNJNB

Lusaka

Mon 1/12

2:10-13:05

1 stop10h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/12

14:30-1:20

1 stop10h 50m

R9 243

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Best time to book a flight from Lusaka to OR Tambo

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Lusaka to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on 31 October 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Lusaka to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, you should look to book at least 77 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.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lusaka to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R2 686). Flying from Lusaka to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of R5 005). 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 LUN to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Lusaka to OR Tambo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 5 November 2025.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 14% on flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo. Reviews last updated 5 November 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Airlink, South African, andEthiopian Air from Lusaka to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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.

Crew

8,9

Boarding

8,2

Food

8,0

Overall

8,5

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,5

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
8,5
Very Good

Crew

8,9

Boarding

8,2

Food

8,0

Overall

8,5

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,5

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

Crew

8,9

Boarding

8,2

Food

8,0

Overall

8,5

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,5

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

Crew

8,9

Boarding

8,2

Food

8,0

Overall

8,5

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,5

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

Crew

8,9

Boarding

8,2

Food

8,0

Overall

8,5

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,5

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

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

    Located just 19,6 km from the city centre, Lusaka is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Johannesburg OR Tambo from Lusaka. Booking flights from Lusaka (LUN) to Johannesburg OR Tambo should be relatively easy as there are 15 daily outbound flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo from 5 different airlines.

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

    Departing from Lusaka to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport will take you 2h 05m. The distance from Lusaka to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is about 1201 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Lusaka to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is South African. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R4 346 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Zambia Airways and Ethiopian Air, starting at R4 816 and R4 953 round-trip. South African is 18% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Lusaka to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are RwandAir (100%), Zambia Airways (96%) and Ethiopian Air (95%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Lusaka to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport? While on average our users pay R4 691, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R3 352. The most popular route (Lusaka - Johannesburg OR Tambo), is priced around R3 592.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lusaka to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R2 686). Flying from Lusaka to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of R5 005). 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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Top 5 airlines flying from Lusaka to OR Tambo

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Lusaka to OR Tambo. 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 5 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
South AfricanCheapestR4 346AverageR5 416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Zambia AirwaysCheapestR4 816AverageR5 373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR4 953AverageR5 744FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Proflight ZambiaCheapestR5 177AverageR6 212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirlinkCheapestR5 730AverageR6 926FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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