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Cheap flights from Zambia to South Africa from R3 283

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 25/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LUN — JNB
Jun 19 — Jun 261
1 adult

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 14 June 2025.

Round-trip from

R5 166

One-way from

R3 283

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R5 364

Good round-trip deal

R5 364 or less

Good one-way deal

R3 579 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 28/7-4/8
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 25m total
  • Zambia to South Africa
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NAYSA
  • NAYSA
  • 25/6
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 45m total
  • Zambia to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price (R970 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R859 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 14 June 2025.

Mon 28/77:20LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mEthiopian Air
Mon 4/810:15JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 13/6R5 166
Thu 19/616:20LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 45mNAYSA
Thu 26/619:50JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 45mNAYSA
Deal found 12/6R5 184
Fri 8/813:30LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mSouth African
Mon 11/819:35JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 00mSouth African
Deal found 12/6R5 220
Fri 8/815:05LUN - JNB
1 stop22h 10mAir Tanzania
Mon 11/814:15JNB - LUN
2 stops24h 00mAir Tanzania
Deal found 12/6R7 265
Sun 27/78:10LVI - CPT
Nonstop3h 00mProflight Zambia
Sun 3/812:00CPT - LVI
Nonstop2h 50mProflight Zambia
Deal found 12/6R7 534
Wed 27/813:30LUN - CPT
1 stop6h 15mSouth African
Wed 3/920:25CPT - LUN
1 stop16h 15mSouth African
Deal found 12/6R7 570
Fri 17/107:25LUN - JNB
1 stop11h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 22/1010:15JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/6R7 696
Wed 2/77:25LUN - JNB
1 stop11h 25mfastjet
Sun 6/715:40JNB - LUN
1 stop15h 15mfastjet
Deal found 12/6R7 749
Sat 14/616:20LUN - CPT
1 stop5h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 20/65:50CPT - LUN
1 stop6h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/6R8 288
Sun 15/67:25LUN - DUR
1 stop7h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 17/611:30DUR - LUN
1 stop11h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/6R8 323
Wed 1/1016:00LUN - JNB
2 stops10h 20mRwandAir
Sun 5/103:10JNB - LUN
2 stops11h 40mRwandAir
Deal found 14/6R9 220
Wed 18/60:45LUN - JNB
2 stops10h 10mKenya Airways
Thu 26/617:00JNB - LUN
1 stop16h 10mKenya Airways
Deal found 12/6R9 382

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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

Mon 28/7

7:20-9:25

Nonstop2h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/8

10:15-12:35

Nonstop2h 20m

R5 166

LusakaJohannesburg

LUN - JNB

LUNJNB

Lusaka

Sun 27/7

13:30-15:30

Nonstop2h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/8

19:35-21:35

Nonstop2h 00m

R5 184

LusakaJohannesburg

LUN - JNB

LUNJNB

Lusaka

Mon 18/8

7:25-9:30

Nonstop2h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/9

10:15-12:35

Nonstop2h 20m

R5 310

LusakaJohannesburg

LUN - JNB

LUNJNB

Lusaka

Fri 8/8

15:05-13:15

1 stop22h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/8

14:15-14:15

2 stops24h 00m

R7 265

LivingstoneCape Town

LVI - CPT

LVICPT

Livingstone

Sun 27/7

8:10-11:10

Nonstop3h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 3/8

12:00-14:50

Nonstop2h 50m

R7 534

LusakaCape Town

LUN - CPT

LUNCPT

Lusaka

Wed 27/8

13:30-19:45

1 stop6h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 3/9

20:25-12:40

1 stop16h 15m

R7 570

LusakaJohannesburg

LUN - JNB

LUNJNB

Lusaka

Fri 17/10

7:25-18:50

1 stop11h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/10

10:15-12:35

Nonstop2h 20m

R7 696

LusakaJohannesburg

LUN - JNB

LUNJNB

Lusaka

Wed 2/7

7:25-18:50

1 stop11h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/7

15:40-6:55

1 stop15h 15m

R7 749

LusakaJohannesburg

LUN - JNB

LUNJNB

Lusaka

Wed 1/10

16:00-2:20

2 stops10h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/10

3:10-14:50

2 stops11h 40m

R9 220

LusakaJohannesburg

LUN - JNB

LUNJNB

Lusaka

Thu 28/8

18:15-10:55

1 stop16h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 31/8

17:00-9:10

1 stop16h 10m

R9 472

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zambia to South Africa (average of R89). Flying from Zambia to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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 14 June 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Zambia to South Africa in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 8% 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 14 June 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 (11 on average).

Rainfall in South Africa by month

Plan your trip to South Africa by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Africa ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit South Africa when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in South Africa by month

Plan your trip to South Africa by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Africa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

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 14 June 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Airlink, Emirates and South African from Zambia to South Africa to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8,6
Very Good
70 reviews
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Crew

9,0

Entertainment

6,6

Overall

8,6

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,5

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
Airlink
8,6
Very Good
70 reviews
Airlink
8,6
Very Good
70 reviews
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Crew

9,0

Entertainment

6,6

Overall

8,6

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,5

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
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 266 reviews
Airlink
8,6
Very Good
70 reviews
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Crew

9,0

Entertainment

6,6

Overall

8,6

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,5

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
South African
7,5
Good
34 reviews
Airlink
8,6
Very Good
70 reviews
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Crew

9,0

Entertainment

6,6

Overall

8,6

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,5

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
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 584 reviews
Airlink
8,6
Very Good
70 reviews
Check prices

Crew

9,0

Entertainment

6,6

Overall

8,6

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,5

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

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.

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

    R3 283 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from NAYSA. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Proflight Zambia and South African, with prices starting from R3 444 and R3 588, 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zambia to South Africa (average of R89). Flying from Zambia to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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 6 airlines flying from Zambia to South Africa

Discover the top 6 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 14 June 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
South AfricanCheapestR4 341AverageR7 025FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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NAYSACheapestR4 725AverageR6 635FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Proflight ZambiaCheapestR4 911AverageR8 783FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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RwandAirCheapestR5 115AverageR5 410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirlinkCheapestR5 375AverageR8 492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR7 101AverageR9 836FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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