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Cheap flights from Zambia to South Africa from R3 846

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 28/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LUN — JNB
May 21 — May 281
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 21 April 2026.

Wed 6/517:40
LUN
-
JNB
2 stops22h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 13/514:00
JNB
-
LUN
Nonstop2h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4R5 220
Fri 16/1011:00
LUN
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 20/1014:15
JNB
-
LUN
2 stops22h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4R5 335
Sat 27/611:00
LUN
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 16/714:15
JNB
-
LUN
3 stops24h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/4R5 384
Thu 24/1211:00
LUN
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 31/1214:15
JNB
-
LUN
3 stops24h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/4R5 466
Thu 10/911:00
LUN
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 15/914:15
JNB
-
LUN
2 stops22h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/4R5 515
Tue 27/1011:00
LUN
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 31/1014:15
JNB
-
LUN
2 stops24h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/4R5 581
Tue 12/58:15
LUN
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 19/514:15
JNB
-
LUN
2 stops22h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/4R5 597
Fri 20/1115:05
LUN
-
JNB
1 stop22h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 24/1112:00
JNB
-
LUN
Nonstop2h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/4R5 613
Fri 26/68:15
LUN
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 3/714:15
JNB
-
LUN
2 stops24h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4R5 630
Sun 1/1115:05
LUN
-
JNB
1 stop22h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/1114:00
JNB
-
LUN
Nonstop2h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/4R5 646
Fri 26/611:00
LUN
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 10/714:15
JNB
-
LUN
2 stops24h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/4R5 679
Sat 23/57:15
LUN
-
CPT
1 stop4h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 28/517:30
CPT
-
LUN
2 stops20h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/4R8 264

Find 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 21 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R5 220

One-way from

R3 846

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R6 006

Good round-trip deal

R5 560 or less

Good one-way deal

R3 811 or less
Proflight Zambia
  • Proflight Zambia
  • 6/5-13/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 24h 05m total
  • Zambia to South Africa
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Proflight Zambia
  • Proflight Zambia
  • 28/7
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 00m total
  • Zambia to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R3 063 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R1 291 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 21 April 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Zambia to South Africa that are best for you.

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LusakaJohannesburg

LUN - JNB

LUNJNB

Lusaka

Fri 29/5

7:20-9:25

Nonstop2h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/6

10:15-12:35

Nonstop2h 20m

R6 693
Fastest return journey

LusakaJohannesburg

LUN - JNB

LUNJNB

Lusaka

Thu 18/6

7:30-9:35

Nonstop2h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 18/6

17:00-19:00

Nonstop2h 00m

R6 988

LusakaDurban

LUN - DUR

LUNDUR

Lusaka

Fri 22/5

14:15-19:50

1 stop5h 35m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 29/5

11:15-19:00

1 stop7h 45m

R9 345

LusakaDurban

LUN - DUR

LUNDUR

Lusaka

Mon 18/5

14:15-19:50

1 stop5h 35m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 25/5

17:00-9:40

1 stop16h 40m

R9 361

LusakaDurban

LUN - DUR

LUNDUR

Lusaka

Mon 1/6

14:15-19:50

1 stop5h 35m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 8/6

7:00-13:30

1 stop6h 30m

R9 492

LusakaDurban

LUN - DUR

LUNDUR

Lusaka

Fri 15/5

14:15-19:50

1 stop5h 35m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 5/6

7:00-13:30

1 stop6h 30m

R9 525

LusakaDurban

LUN - DUR

LUNDUR

Lusaka

Sat 2/5

14:15-10:40

1 stop20h 25m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 10/5

17:00-9:40

1 stop16h 40m

R9 852

LusakaCape Town

LUN - CPT

LUNCPT

Lusaka

Sun 24/5

14:15-22:50

1 stop8h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 30/5

7:00-13:30

1 stop6h 30m

R9 901

LusakaCape Town

LUN - CPT

LUNCPT

Lusaka

Tue 4/8

10:20-17:20

1 stop7h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 10/8

6:05-13:30

1 stop7h 25m

R9 934

LusakaCape Town

LUN - CPT

LUNCPT

Lusaka

Sat 23/5

10:20-18:35

1 stop8h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 28/5

9:55-19:00

1 stop9h 05m

R9 934

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Best time to book a flight from Zambia to South Africa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to South Africa from Zambia with our price prediction graph.
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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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zambia to South Africa (average of R3 748). Flying from Zambia to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R12 961). 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 21 April 2026.

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 49% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Zambia to South Africa?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Zambia to South Africa. Price data was last updated on 2 November 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Zambia to South Africa flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 21 April 2026.

The most flights from ZM0 to ZA0 are scheduled on a Friday (22 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 on average).

How often are flights from Zambia to South Africa delayed?

About 10% of weekly flights between Zambia and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 85 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the evening 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, Proflight Zambia have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 6% of flights being 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 21 April 2026.
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
8,5
Very Good
86 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,4

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

6,5

Overall

8,5

Crew

8,9

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
8,5
Very Good
86 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
86 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,4

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

6,5

Overall

8,5

Crew

8,9

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
60 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
86 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,4

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

6,5

Overall

8,5

Crew

8,9

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
1 004 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
86 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,4

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

6,5

Overall

8,5

Crew

8,9

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
8,5
Very Good
86 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,4

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

6,5

Overall

8,5

Crew

8,9

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 Zambia Airways, Airlink, and Ethiopian Air fly from Zambia to South Africa in about 2h 05m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 26h 30m. Zambia and South Africa are separated by a distance of 1201 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Zambia to South Africa one-way?

    R2 669 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Ethiopian Air. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Proflight Zambia and Zambia Airways, with prices starting from R2 725 and R3 037, respectively.

  • 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zambia to South Africa (average of R3 748). Flying from Zambia to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R12 961). 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 21 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Proflight ZambiaCheapestR3 365AverageR9 756FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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South AfricanCheapestR4 034AverageR6 680FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR4 612AverageR4 898FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Zambia AirwaysCheapestR4 625AverageR6 584FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirlinkCheapestR5 347AverageR8 666FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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