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Cheap flights from Zambia to South Africa from R3 255

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 19/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LUN — JNB
Dec 28 — Jan 41
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Zambia to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Zambia to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 28 November 2025.

Round-trip from

R5 242

One-way from

R3 255

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R5 071

Good round-trip deal

R5 070 or less

Good one-way deal

R3 356 or less
South African
  • South African
  • 12/1-19/1
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 00m total
  • Zambia to South Africa
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Proflight Zambia
  • Proflight Zambia
  • 19/4
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 00m total
  • Zambia to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price (R233 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R641 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Zambia to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Zambia to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 28 November 2025.

Thu 4/1210:20LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mAirlink
Sun 18/111:30JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 00mAirlink
Deal found 28/11R5 276
Fri 26/127:20LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mZambia Airways
Fri 2/110:10JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 20mZambia Airways
Deal found 28/11R5 362
Wed 24/1214:15LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mAirlink
Tue 30/1211:30JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 00mAirlink
Deal found 28/11R5 396
Sun 7/1214:15LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mAirlink
Tue 7/417:00JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 00mAirlink
Deal found 28/11R5 413
Sat 13/1214:15LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mAirlink
Tue 6/111:30JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 00mAirlink
Deal found 27/11R5 430
Fri 28/1110:25LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mAirlink
Fri 28/1117:00JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 00mAirlink
Deal found 27/11R5 533
Sun 28/127:25LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mZambia Airways
Sun 4/110:15JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 20mZambia Airways
Deal found 28/11R5 550
Wed 17/1216:20LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 45mZambia Airways
Wed 7/110:15JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 20mZambia Airways
Deal found 26/11R5 602
Mon 1/1214:15LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mAirlink
Fri 5/1211:30JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 00mAirlink
Deal found 26/11R5 636
Thu 11/1216:20LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 10mZambia Airways
Thu 18/1219:25JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 10mZambia Airways
Deal found 27/11R5 705
Fri 26/127:20LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mZambia Airways
Mon 29/1219:50JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 45mZambia Airways
Deal found 27/11R5 739
Mon 1/1214:15LUN - DUR
1 stop5h 35mAirlink
Tue 13/17:00DUR - LUN
1 stop6h 30mAirlink
Deal found 27/11R6 784

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Zambia to South Africa 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 28 November 2025.
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LusakaJohannesburg

LUN - JNB

LUNJNB

Lusaka

Wed 24/12

14:15-16:15

Nonstop2h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 30/12

11:30-13:30

Nonstop2h 00m

R5 396

LusakaJohannesburg

LUN - JNB

LUNJNB

Lusaka

Sun 11/1

14:15-16:20

Nonstop2h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/1

17:00-19:00

Nonstop2h 00m

R5 550

LusakaJohannesburg

LUN - JNB

LUNJNB

Lusaka

Thu 9/4

14:15-16:20

Nonstop2h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 14/4

11:30-13:30

Nonstop2h 00m

R5 636

LusakaJohannesburg

LUN - JNB

LUNJNB

Lusaka

Sun 28/12

7:25-9:30

Nonstop2h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 16/1

10:10-12:30

Nonstop2h 20m

R5 876

LusakaJohannesburg

LUN - JNB

LUNJNB

Lusaka

Tue 23/12

14:15-16:20

Nonstop2h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/1

11:30-13:30

Nonstop2h 00m

R6 236

LusakaDurban

LUN - DUR

LUNDUR

Lusaka

Mon 12/1

14:15-10:40

1 stop20h 25m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 19/1

7:00-13:30

1 stop6h 30m

R7 161

LusakaDurban

LUN - DUR

LUNDUR

Lusaka

Mon 22/12

14:15-10:40

1 stop20h 25m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 1/1

17:00-13:30

1 stop20h 30m

R7 640

LusakaCape Town

LUN - CPT

LUNCPT

Lusaka

Fri 23/1

7:30-14:35

1 stop7h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/2

6:05-13:30

1 stop7h 25m

R7 777

LusakaCape Town

LUN - CPT

LUNCPT

Lusaka

Mon 5/1

14:15-9:45

1 stop19h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 12/1

17:10-13:30

2 stops20h 20m

R7 897

LusakaDurban

LUN - DUR

LUNDUR

Lusaka

Sat 27/12

14:15-10:40

1 stop20h 25m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 4/1

17:00-13:30

1 stop20h 30m

R8 120

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Best time to book a flight from Zambia to South Africa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Zambia to South Africa

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Zambia to South Africa?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zambia to South Africa (average of R2 638). Flying from Zambia to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R4 917). 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 ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Zambia to South Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 28 November 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Zambia to South Africa in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 20% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

Weekly flight availability from Zambia to South Africa

Explore weekly flight availability from Zambia to South Africa. 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 28 November 2025.

The most flights from ZM0 to ZA0 are scheduled on a Friday (20 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

How often are flights from Zambia to South Africa delayed?

About 9% of weekly flights between Zambia and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 86 minutes.

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

Over the past year, FlySafair have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with no flights being classified as delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated 28 November 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Airlink, South African, andEthiopian Air from Zambia to South Africa 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
84 reviews
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Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

6,4

Food

8,0

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

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

6,4

Food

8,0

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
7,5
Good
46 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
84 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

6,4

Food

8,0

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
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
902 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
84 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

6,4

Food

8,0

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
Zambia Airways
6,6
Okay
9 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
84 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

6,4

Food

8,0

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 Zambia to South Africa. 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 South Africa?

    Airlines like Airlink, Zambia Airways, and Proflight Zambia fly from Zambia to South Africa in about 2h. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. Zambia and South Africa are separated by a distance of 1201 km. Most flights are nonstop.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Zambia to South Africa that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Zambia to South Africa?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Zambia to South Africa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Zambia to South Africa 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 South Africa?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zambia to South Africa (average of R2 638). Flying from Zambia to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R4 917). 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 South Africa

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Zambia to South Africa. 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 28 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Proflight ZambiaCheapestR3 522AverageR9 132FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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South AfricanCheapestR4 620AverageR7 049FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Zambia AirwaysCheapestR4 741AverageR6 769FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR4 866AverageR5 642FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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AirlinkCheapestR5 610AverageR9 429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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