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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Zambia from R3 858

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 24/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — LUN
May 24 — May 311
1 adult

Cheap 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 2025.

Round-trip from

R7 734

One-way from

R3 858

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

July

Average price

R7 752

Good round-trip deal

R11 246 or less

Good one-way deal

R4 476 or less
Proflight Zambia
  • Proflight Zambia
  • 17/8-24/8
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 50m total
  • Cape Town to Zambia
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Proflight Zambia
  • Proflight Zambia
  • 24/7
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 50m total
  • Cape Town to Zambia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (R3 934 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R1 168 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in May 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Cape Town Intl to Zambia.
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Cape Town Intl to Zambia.
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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 2025.

Sun 25/55:50CPT - LUN
1 stop7h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/67:25LUN - CPT
1 stop13h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/5R7 680
Thu 22/512:00CPT - LVI
Nonstop2h 50mProflight Zambia
Sun 25/58:10LVI - CPT
Nonstop3h 00mProflight Zambia
Deal found 18/5R7 734
Wed 28/519:35CPT - LUN
1 stop26h 00mSouth African
Fri 30/56:40LUN - CPT
1 stop10h 05mSouth African
Deal found 19/5R7 915
Sun 17/86:05CPT - LVI
1 stop6h 30mAirlink
Sun 24/813:15LVI - CPT
1 stop20h 30mAirlink
Deal found 18/5R8 816
Thu 22/56:05CPT - LUN
1 stop7h 25mAirlink
Sun 25/517:10LUN - CPT
1 stop16h 35mAirlink
Deal found 18/5R8 906
Sun 25/513:50CPT - LUN
1 stop11h 30mEthiopian Air
Sat 31/52:10LUN - CPT
1 stop12h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 18/5R9 555
Tue 19/814:30CPT - LVI
Nonstop2h 50mKenya Airways
Sun 24/810:30LVI - CPT
Nonstop3h 10mKenya Airways
Deal found 18/5R10 475
Tue 19/85:45CPT - LVI
1 stop6h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 24/88:10LVI - CPT
Nonstop3h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/5R10 511
Wed 28/56:00CPT - LUN
2 stops27h 10mKenya Airways
Wed 4/610:00LUN - CPT
3 stops27h 40mKenya Airways
Deal found 19/5R14 982
Mon 8/914:35CPT - LVI
2 stops44h 20mEthiopian Air
Mon 15/911:25LVI - CPT
2 stops27h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 18/5R20 914

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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 2025.
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Cape TownLivingstone

CPT - LVI

CPTLVI

Cape Town Intl

Sun 17/8

12:00-14:50

Nonstop2h 50m

Livingstone

Sun 24/8

8:10-11:10

Nonstop3h 00m

R7 734

Cape TownLusaka

CPT - LUN

CPTLUN

Cape Town Intl

Sat 21/6

19:35-12:40

1 stop17h 05m

Lusaka

Thu 3/7

13:30-10:25

1 stop20h 55m

R7 969

Cape TownLivingstone

CPT - LVI

CPTLVI

Cape Town Intl

Sun 17/8

6:05-12:35

1 stop6h 30m

Livingstone

Sun 24/8

13:15-9:45

1 stop20h 30m

R8 816

Cape TownLusaka

CPT - LUN

CPTLUN

Cape Town Intl

Sat 21/6

6:15-13:30

2 stops7h 15m

Lusaka

Thu 3/7

10:25-17:20

1 stop6h 55m

R10 385

Cape TownLivingstone

CPT - LVI

CPTLVI

Cape Town Intl

Tue 19/8

14:30-17:20

Nonstop2h 50m

Livingstone

Sun 24/8

10:30-13:40

Nonstop3h 10m

R10 475

Cape TownLivingstone

CPT - LVI

CPTLVI

Cape Town Intl

Tue 19/8

5:45-12:35

1 stop6h 50m

Livingstone

Sun 24/8

8:10-11:10

Nonstop3h 00m

R10 511

Cape TownLusaka

CPT - LUN

CPTLUN

Cape Town Intl

Sat 21/6

14:35-23:00

3 stops32h 25m

Lusaka

Thu 3/7

7:00-13:45

3 stops30h 45m

R15 036

Cape TownLusaka

CPT - LUN

CPTLUN

Cape Town Intl

Thu 3/7

18:25-14:40

2 stops20h 15m

Lusaka

Wed 9/7

0:45-10:55

1 stop10h 10m

R15 361

Cape TownLusaka

CPT - LUN

CPTLUN

Cape Town Intl

Thu 3/7

14:30-9:10

2 stops18h 40m

Lusaka

Thu 10/7

10:00-22:10

2 stops12h 10m

R16 262

Cape TownLivingstone

CPT - LVI

CPTLVI

Cape Town Intl

Mon 8/9

14:35-10:55

2 stops44h 20m

Livingstone

Mon 15/9

11:25-14:35

2 stops27h 10m

R20 914

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Zambia

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Zambia from Cape Town with our price prediction graph.
Estimated return price
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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 R266). Flying from Cape Town to Zambia in August is currently the most expensive (average of R310). 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 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Cape Town to Zambia in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 28% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Cape Town to Zambia?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Cape Town to Zambia. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

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

Rainfall in Zambia by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Zambia ranges from 10.0 - 200.0 inches 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

Plan your trip to Zambia by taking into account the average temperature totals 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).

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 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Airlink, South African and Ethiopian Air from Cape Town to Zambia by reading reviews from past customers. 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
68 reviews
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Entertainment

6,5

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,5

Comfort

8,4

Crew

9,0

Overall

8,6

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
68 reviews
Airlink
8,6
Very Good
68 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,5

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,5

Comfort

8,4

Crew

9,0

Overall

8,6

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
33 reviews
Airlink
8,6
Very Good
68 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,5

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,5

Comfort

8,4

Crew

9,0

Overall

8,6

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
775 reviews
Airlink
8,6
Very Good
68 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,5

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,5

Comfort

8,4

Crew

9,0

Overall

8,6

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
68 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,5

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,5

Comfort

8,4

Crew

9,0

Overall

8,6

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 40 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • 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 858 on Proflight Zambia. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include South African from R3 894 and Airlink from R4 489 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Cape Town to Zambia?

    On average you can expect to pay R6 070 for a flight from Cape Town to Zambia. The cheapest flight overall is R6 068 while the most popular route, (Cape Town Intl - Livingstone) is currently priced at R7 734.

  • 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 R266). Flying from Cape Town to Zambia in August is currently the most expensive (average of R310). 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 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Proflight ZambiaCheapestR4 173AverageR8 199FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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FlySafairCheapestR7 007AverageR8 436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirlinkCheapestR7 012AverageR9 241FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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South AfricanCheapestR7 031AverageR7 967FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR8 471AverageR9 808FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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