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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Zambia from R4 612

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 15/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — LUN
Jun 18 — Jun 251
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Zambia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Zambia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 19 May 2026.

Sat 12/912:35
CPT
-
LUN
1 stop4h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 26/915:05
LUN
-
CPT
2 stops25h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5R7 842
Thu 11/613:30
CPT
-
LUN
3 stops20h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 31/711:05
LUN
-
CPT
2 stops10h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5R8 442
Thu 25/617:30
CPT
-
LUN
2 stops20h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 29/67:15
LUN
-
CPT
1 stop4h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/5R9 424
Thu 11/613:30
CPT
-
LUN
1 stop8h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 19/611:05
LUN
-
CPT
1 stop5h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5R9 574
Wed 20/511:00
CPT
-
LUN
2 stops6h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 25/513:30
LUN
-
CPT
1 stop22h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/5R9 674
Tue 23/614:25
CPT
-
LVI
Nonstop2h 50m
Kenya Airways
Tue 30/610:25
LVI
-
CPT
Nonstop3h 10m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 14/5R10 007
Tue 30/67:00
CPT
-
LUN
1 stop6h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 7/714:15
LUN
-
CPT
1 stop28h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5R10 173
Sun 4/1014:25
CPT
-
LVI
Nonstop2h 50m
Kenya Airways
Sun 11/1010:25
LVI
-
CPT
Nonstop3h 10m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 16/5R10 606
Sat 31/1015:20
CPT
-
LVI
1 stop21h 15m
Airlink
Tue 3/1113:15
LVI
-
CPT
1 stop20h 30m
Airlink
Deal found 14/5R11 039
Fri 27/117:00
CPT
-
LVI
1 stop5h 35m
Airlink
Mon 14/1213:15
LVI
-
CPT
1 stop20h 30m
Airlink
Deal found 16/5R11 089
Sun 4/106:05
CPT
-
LVI
1 stop6h 30m
Airlink
Sun 11/1013:15
LVI
-
CPT
1 stop20h 30m
Airlink
Deal found 16/5R11 206
Sun 28/614:25
CPT
-
LVI
Nonstop2h 50m
Kenya Airways
Sun 5/710:25
LVI
-
CPT
Nonstop3h 10m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 16/5R11 456

Find flight deals from Cape Town to Zambia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Cape Town to Zambia flight deals. Data was last updated 19 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R7 842

One-way from

R4 612

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R7 459

Good round-trip deal

R9 960 or less

Good one-way deal

R6 170 or less
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  • Air Tanzania
  • 12/9-26/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 29h 30m total
  • Cape Town to Zambia
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15/7
  • 15/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 10h 50m total
  • Cape Town to Zambia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R7 721 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R1 470 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to Zambia 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 19 May 2026.
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Cape TownLivingstone

CPT - LVI

CPTLVI

Cape Town Intl

Tue 23/6

14:25-17:15

Nonstop2h 50m

Livingstone

Tue 30/6

10:25-13:35

Nonstop3h 10m

R10 007

Cape TownLusaka

CPT - LUN

CPTLUN

Cape Town Intl

Sun 25/10

6:05-13:30

1 stop7h 25m

Lusaka

Tue 10/11

10:20-18:35

1 stop8h 15m

R10 889

Cape TownLusaka

CPT - LUN

CPTLUN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 10/6

7:00-13:30

1 stop6h 30m

Lusaka

Mon 15/6

10:20-18:35

1 stop8h 15m

R10 956

Cape TownLusaka

CPT - LUN

CPTLUN

Cape Town Intl

Mon 8/6

7:00-13:30

1 stop6h 30m

Lusaka

Thu 11/6

10:20-17:20

1 stop7h 00m

R10 973

Cape TownLusaka

CPT - LUN

CPTLUN

Cape Town Intl

Thu 25/6

7:00-13:30

1 stop6h 30m

Lusaka

Mon 29/6

10:20-17:20

1 stop7h 00m

R10 973

Cape TownLusaka

CPT - LUN

CPTLUN

Cape Town Intl

Mon 29/6

7:00-13:30

1 stop6h 30m

Lusaka

Mon 6/7

10:20-18:35

1 stop8h 15m

R10 989

Cape TownLusaka

CPT - LUN

CPTLUN

Cape Town Intl

Sat 6/6

15:20-13:30

1 stop22h 10m

Lusaka

Thu 11/6

10:20-18:35

1 stop8h 15m

R11 006

Cape TownLivingstone

CPT - LVI

CPTLVI

Cape Town Intl

Tue 6/10

18:25-12:35

1 stop18h 10m

Livingstone

Fri 16/10

13:15-19:55

1 stop6h 40m

R11 639

Cape TownLusaka

CPT - LUN

CPTLUN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 23/9

9:55-19:00

1 stop9h 05m

Lusaka

Sat 26/9

10:20-18:35

1 stop8h 15m

R12 072

Cape TownLivingstone

CPT - LVI

CPTLVI

Cape Town Intl

Tue 6/10

6:05-12:35

1 stop6h 30m

Livingstone

Fri 23/10

13:15-9:45

1 stop20h 30m

R12 405

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Zambia

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Cape Town to Zambia

How far ahead should I book a flight from Cape Town to Zambia?

The best time to book flights from Cape Town to Zambia is 61 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to Zambia?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Zambia (average of R3 680). Flying from Cape Town to Zambia in October is currently the most expensive (average of R6 760). 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 CPT to ZM?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to Zambia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 19 May 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Cape Town to Zambia as you normally would.

How often are flights from Cape Town to Zambia delayed?

About 21% of weekly flights between Cape Town and Zambia have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 101 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon 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?

Monday 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 Cape Town to Zambia flights?

Over the past year, Proflight Zambia have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 9% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Zambia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Zambia. 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 Zambia. Reviews last updated 19 May 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Airlink,South African, andEthiopian Air from Cape Town to Zambia. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
87 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,5

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,4

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,9

Food

8,0

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

Overall

8,5

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,4

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,9

Food

8,0

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
62 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
87 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,5

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,4

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,9

Food

8,0

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
1 000 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
87 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,5

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,4

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,9

Food

8,0

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
6,7
Okay
305 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
87 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,5

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,4

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,9

Food

8,0

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Cape Town to Zambia?

    For a flight from Cape Town to Zambia, you will be flying from Cape Town Intl. Cape Town Intl (CPT) is just 15,6 km from the centre of the city.

  • How popular is this Cape Town to Zambia flight route?

    This flight path from Cape Town Intl to Zambia was viewed by 3 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Cape Town to Zambia?

    Airlines like Kenya Airways and Airlink fly from Cape Town to Zambia in about 2h 50m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 4h 35m. Cape Town and Zambia are separated by a distance of 1933 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cape Town to Zambia one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as R3 406 on Proflight Zambia. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include South African from R3 741 and Airlink from R4 128 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to Zambia that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Cape Town to Zambia?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cape Town to Zambia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to Zambia 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 Cape Town to Zambia?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Zambia (average of R3 680). Flying from Cape Town to Zambia in October is currently the most expensive (average of R6 760). 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 Cape Town to Zambia

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town to Zambia. 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 19 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
South AfricanCheapestR6 678AverageR7 298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Proflight ZambiaCheapestR7 188AverageR8 941FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirlinkCheapestR7 530AverageR9 933FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR7 629AverageR9 504FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 473AverageR14 401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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