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Cheap flights from Durban to Zambia from R6 440

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DUR — LUN
Jan 16 — Jan 231
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Best flights from Durban to Zambia
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Durban to Zambia that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 17 December 2025.

Thu 2/411:15DUR - LUN
1 stop10h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 16/413:30LUN - DUR
1 stop6h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12R6 440
Thu 2/49:40DUR - LUN
2 stops9h 20mAirlink
Thu 16/47:30LUN - DUR
1 stop8h 50mAirlink
Deal found 17/12R8 989
Thu 2/418:40DUR - LUN
4 stops42h 30mEthiopian Air
Wed 15/42:10LUN - DUR
2 stops15h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 17/12R20 006

Find flight deals from Durban to Zambia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Durban to Zambia flight deals. Data was last updated 17 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R6 440

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R7 328

Good one-way deal

R3 731 or less
2/4-16/4
  • 2/4-16/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 16h 40m total
  • Durban to Zambia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (R3 317 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R758 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Durban King Shaka Intl to Zambia.
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Durban

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Zambia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DurbanLusaka

DUR - LUN

DURLUN

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 2/4

11:15-21:35

1 stop10h 20m

Lusaka

Thu 16/4

13:30-19:50

1 stop6h 20m

R6 440

DurbanLusaka

DUR - LUN

DURLUN

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 2/4

9:40-19:00

2 stops9h 20m

Lusaka

Thu 16/4

7:30-16:20

1 stop8h 50m

R8 989

DurbanLusaka

DUR - LUN

DURLUN

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 2/4

18:40-13:10

4 stops42h 30m

Lusaka

Wed 15/4

2:10-18:05

2 stops15h 55m

R20 006

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Deals found on 17/12

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Durban to Zambia

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durban to Zambia (average of R5 182). Flying from Durban to Zambia in October is currently the most expensive (average of R6 658). 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 DUR to ZM?

Find hourly flight availability from Durban 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 17 December 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 49% on flights from Durban to Zambia by exploring options for tickets at midday.

How often are flights from Durban to Zambia delayed?

About 50% of weekly flights between Durban and Zambia have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 82 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Durban 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 Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Durban to Zambia flights?

Over the past year, Proflight Zambia have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 50% 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 17 December 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Airlink and South African from Durban to Zambia to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
83 reviews
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Crew

8,9

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,5

Entertainment

6,4

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
83 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
83 reviews
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Crew

8,9

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,5

Entertainment

6,4

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
49 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
83 reviews
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Crew

8,9

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,5

Entertainment

6,4

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

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

    Durban King Shaka Intl (DUR), located 29,2 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Durban to Zambia.

  • How popular is this Durban to Zambia flight route?

    Flights from Durban King Shaka Intl to Zambia have been viewed 1 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from Durban to Zambia?

    Departing from Durban to Zambia will take you 9h 20m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1609 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Durban to Zambia?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Durban to Zambia? While on average our users pay R3 731, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R3 170. The most popular route (Durban King Shaka Intl - Lusaka), is priced around R17 659.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Durban to Zambia?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Durban 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 Durban to Zambia?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durban to Zambia (average of R5 182). Flying from Durban to Zambia in October is currently the most expensive (average of R6 658). 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 2 airlines flying from Durban to Zambia

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Durban 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 17 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
South AfricanCheapestR6 051AverageR6 725FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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AirlinkCheapestR6 996AverageR8 995FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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