What is the cheapest month to fly to Zambia?

Currently, the cheapest month for flights to Zambia is January . The most expensive month for flights is August . The cheapest prices are shown above but prices will vary according to departure times, airlines, class and how early you book.

Can I find cheaper flights to Zambia if I am willing to have stopovers?

Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Zambia on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

What is the best airline to fly to Zambia?

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, FlySafair is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Zambia.

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Zambia?

Livingstone is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Zambia. One-way flights to Livingstone typically cost R1 805, while return flights cost around R3 103.

How much is a return flight to Zambia?

A return flight to Zambia will typically cost around R437, however they can be found for as little as R214.

Where does the fastest flight to Zambia depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to Zambia, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (1 hour 45 minutes).

Does Lusaka have car hire?

Yes. Those touching down at Lusaka can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Are there hotels close to Lusaka?

Yes. Lusaka has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Airport Hill Apartments is the closest property to Lusaka (0,0 km away from Lusaka).

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Flights to Zambia in 2025

Return from	R4 777
One-way from	R2 761
Popular in	August
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Average price	R5 392

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10:15-12:35

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Lusaka

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

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19:35-21:35

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6:40-8:40

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R5 262

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

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JNB - LUN

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

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16:30-6:55

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Lusaka

ن 26/5

7:25-18:50

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R7 351

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

ح 8/6

1:15-9:10

1 stop7h 55m

Lusaka

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R7 911

JohannesburgLivingstone

JNB - LVI

JNBLVI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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19:50-10:55

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R7 911

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JNB - LVI

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

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JNB - LVI

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

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How long is the flight to Zambia?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Zambia takes 5 hours 16 minutes. Flights to Zambia from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Zambia?

Users looking for the lowest fares to Zambia should consider flying on Thursday afternoons, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Saturday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.

Weekly flight availability to Zambia

The most flights from Johannesburg to Zambia are scheduled on a Wednesday (24 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (13 on average).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Zambia?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Zambia are Ethiopian Air, South African and Airlink.

Ethiopian Air

From R252

South African

From R215

Airlink

From R294

NAYSA

From R265

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Zambia?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Zambia are FlySafair, South African and Proflight Zambia.

Rainfall in Zambia by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Zambia ranges from 10.0 - 200.0 mm per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 200.0 mm. May is typically the driest time to visit Zambia when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Zambia by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Zambia, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, October is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 25.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 16.0 C).

What are the most popular places to fly to in Zambia?

The most popular places in Zambia to fly to are Lusaka, Livingstone and Ndola.

Reviews of airlines servicing Zambia

See what other customers who have flown with Airlink, South African and Ethiopian Air to Zambia have to say. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Airlink

8,6

Very Good

67 reviews

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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

67 reviews

Airlink

8,6

Very Good

67 reviews

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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

7,4

Good

32 reviews

Airlink

8,6

Very Good

67 reviews

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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

769 reviews

Airlink

8,6

Very Good

67 reviews

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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

Kenya Airways

6,8

Okay

262 reviews

Airlink

8,6

Very Good

67 reviews

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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

FAQs about flying to Zambia

Can I find cheaper flights to Zambia if I am willing to have stopovers?
Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Zambia on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.
What is the best airline to fly to Zambia?
Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, FlySafair is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Zambia.
What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Zambia?
Livingstone is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Zambia. One-way flights to Livingstone typically cost R1 805, while return flights cost around R3 103.
How much is a return flight to Zambia?
A return flight to Zambia will typically cost around R437, however they can be found for as little as R214.
Where does the fastest flight to Zambia depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to Zambia, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (1 hour 45 minutes).
Does Lusaka have car hire?
Yes. Those touching down at Lusaka can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.
Are there hotels close to Lusaka?
Yes. Lusaka has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Airport Hill Apartments is the closest property to Lusaka (0,0 km away from Lusaka).

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