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Cheap flights from Zambia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R3 183

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 19/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LUN — JNB
Feb 19 — Feb 261
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Zambia to OR Tambo

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Zambia to OR Tambo flight deals. Data was last updated 20 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R3 462

One-way from

R3 183

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R4 873

Good round-trip deal

R5 166 or less

Good one-way deal

R3 280 or less
South African
  • South African
  • 6/3-15/3
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 00m total
  • Zambia to Johannesburg
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South African
  • South African
  • 31/1
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 00m total
  • Zambia to Johannesburg
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R522 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Zambia to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Zambia to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 January 2026.

Fri 6/36:40
LUN
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 00m
South African
Thu 12/319:35
JNB
-
LUN
Nonstop2h 00m
South African
Deal found 19/1R3 462
Wed 4/36:40
LUN
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 00m
South African
Wed 11/310:40
JNB
-
LUN
Nonstop2h 00m
South African
Deal found 18/1R3 806
Fri 6/36:40
LUN
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 00m
South African
Sun 12/719:35
JNB
-
LUN
Nonstop2h 00m
South African
Deal found 18/1R3 905
Wed 11/313:30
LUN
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 00m
South African
Thu 26/310:40
JNB
-
LUN
Nonstop2h 00m
South African
Deal found 19/1R3 921
Thu 5/313:30
LUN
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 00m
South African
Sat 30/510:40
JNB
-
LUN
Nonstop2h 00m
South African
Deal found 19/1R3 937
Mon 2/313:30
LUN
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 00m
South African
Fri 29/510:40
JNB
-
LUN
Nonstop2h 00m
South African
Deal found 19/1R3 954
Sun 22/213:30
LUN
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 00m
South African
Sun 1/319:35
JNB
-
LUN
Nonstop2h 00m
South African
Deal found 18/1R4 102
Sat 21/213:30
LUN
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 00m
South African
Sun 1/310:40
JNB
-
LUN
Nonstop2h 00m
South African
Deal found 19/1R4 167
Sun 22/313:30
LUN
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 00m
South African
Wed 11/1110:40
JNB
-
LUN
Nonstop2h 00m
South African
Deal found 18/1R4 200
Fri 6/36:40
LUN
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 00m
South African
Tue 26/519:35
JNB
-
LUN
Nonstop2h 00m
South African
Deal found 19/1R4 216
Sun 22/213:30
LUN
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 00m
South African
Mon 2/319:35
JNB
-
LUN
Nonstop2h 00m
South African
Deal found 19/1R4 233

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Zambia 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 20 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Zambia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that are best for you.

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LusakaJohannesburg

LUN - JNB

LUNJNB

Lusaka

Thu 19/3

16:20-18:30

Nonstop2h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 31/3

19:25-21:35

Nonstop2h 10m

R5 677

LusakaJohannesburg

LUN - JNB

LUNJNB

Lusaka

Tue 17/3

16:20-18:30

Nonstop2h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 28/3

19:25-21:35

Nonstop2h 10m

R5 677

LusakaJohannesburg

LUN - JNB

LUNJNB

Lusaka

Tue 17/3

16:20-18:30

Nonstop2h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/3

10:10-12:30

Nonstop2h 20m

R5 677

LusakaJohannesburg

LUN - JNB

LUNJNB

Lusaka

Thu 19/3

16:20-18:30

Nonstop2h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/4

10:15-12:35

Nonstop2h 20m

R5 677

LusakaJohannesburg

LUN - JNB

LUNJNB

Lusaka

Wed 18/3

7:20-9:25

Nonstop2h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/4

10:15-12:35

Nonstop2h 20m

R5 677

LusakaJohannesburg

LUN - JNB

LUNJNB

Lusaka

Tue 24/3

16:20-18:30

Nonstop2h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/3

10:10-12:30

Nonstop2h 20m

R5 677

LusakaJohannesburg

LUN - JNB

LUNJNB

Lusaka

Mon 23/3

7:25-9:30

Nonstop2h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/4

10:15-12:35

Nonstop2h 20m

R5 677

LusakaJohannesburg

LUN - JNB

LUNJNB

Lusaka

Mon 23/3

7:25-9:30

Nonstop2h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 31/3

19:25-21:35

Nonstop2h 10m

R5 677

LusakaJohannesburg

LUN - JNB

LUNJNB

Lusaka

Sun 22/3

7:25-9:30

Nonstop2h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/3

19:25-21:35

Nonstop2h 10m

R5 677

LusakaJohannesburg

LUN - JNB

LUNJNB

Lusaka

Tue 17/3

16:20-18:30

Nonstop2h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 31/3

19:25-21:35

Nonstop2h 10m

R5 677

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Best time to book a flight from Zambia to OR Tambo

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to OR Tambo from Zambia with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Zambia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zambia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R2 182). Flying from Zambia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of R4 709). 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 ZM to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Zambia 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 20 January 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Zambia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 41% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

Weekly flight availability from Zambia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Zambia to OR Tambo. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 20 January 2026.

The most flights from ZM0 to JNB are scheduled on a Monday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

How often are flights from Zambia to Johannesburg delayed?

About 10% of weekly flights between Zambia and Johannesburg have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 83 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Zambia to Johannesburg flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Zambia to Johannesburg flights?

Over the past year, Zambia Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 3% of flights being delayed.

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 20 January 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Airlink, South African, andEthiopian Air from Zambia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
81 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,3

Crew

8,9

Entertainment

6,3

Overall

8,4

Boarding

8,2

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

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,3

Crew

8,9

Entertainment

6,3

Overall

8,4

Boarding

8,2

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

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,3

Crew

8,9

Entertainment

6,3

Overall

8,4

Boarding

8,2

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

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,3

Crew

8,9

Entertainment

6,3

Overall

8,4

Boarding

8,2

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
81 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,3

Crew

8,9

Entertainment

6,3

Overall

8,4

Boarding

8,2

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

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

    Airlines like Zambia Airways fly from Zambia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in about 2h 10m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. There are 1201 km between Zambia and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Most flights are nonstop.

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

    R2 660 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Proflight Zambia. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Zambia Airways and South African, with prices starting from R3 004 and R3 216, respectively.

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

    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 Zambia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on time: Proflight Zambia (91%), Qantas Airways (84%), Zambia Airways (79%).

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

    While on average a flight from Zambia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is generally R7 039, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R3 121. When looking at the most popular route, (Lusaka - Johannesburg OR Tambo), you can expect to pay R4 889 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zambia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R2 182). Flying from Zambia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of R4 709). 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 Zambia to OR Tambo

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Zambia 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 20 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Proflight ZambiaCheapestR3 373AverageR7 307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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South AfricanCheapestR3 957AverageR5 065FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Zambia AirwaysCheapestR4 557AverageR6 523FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR4 623AverageR4 910FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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AirlinkCheapestR5 286AverageR7 135FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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