Question 1

How often are flights from Johannesburg to Zambia delayed?

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About 13% of weekly flights between Johannesburg and Zambia have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 79 minutes.

Question 2

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

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Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

Question 3

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

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Over the past year, Proflight Zambia have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 7% of flights being delayed.

Question 4

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

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Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Question 5

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg to Zambia one-way?

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The cheapest airline one-way is South African, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R2 422. However, be on the lookout for offers from Zambia Airways and Proflight Zambia, as they are both options that can get you from Johannesburg to Zambia for a low price.

Question 6

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

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The price you pay for your flight from Johannesburg to Zambia may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 25 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Question 7

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

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Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Zambia (average of R3 536). Flying from Johannesburg to Zambia in June is currently the most expensive (average of R7 690). 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.

Question 8

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg to Zambia?

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

Question 9

Weekly flight availability from Johannesburg to Zambia

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The most flights from ZA1 to ZM0 are scheduled on a Monday (22 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (12 on average).

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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.

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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).

Question 12

What are the most popular routes from Johannesburg to Zambia?

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While some choose either Johannesburg OR Tambo - Livingstone or Johannesburg Lanseria - Lusaka, Johannesburg OR Tambo - Lusaka is the most popular route from Johannesburg to Zambia.

Question 13

What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Zambia?

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The cheapest flight price from Johannesburg to Zambia is R3 254. On average you can expect to pay R5 468. The most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Lusaka), can usually be booked for R6 631.

Question 14

What are the most reliable airlines from Johannesburg to Zambia?

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Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Johannesburg to Zambia on time: South African (94%), Proflight Zambia (92%), Egyptair (91%).

Question 15

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Johannesburg to Zambia?

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Consider South African, Airlink or Zambia Airways when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from Johannesburg to Zambia.

Question 16

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to ZM?

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Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 33% on flights from Johannesburg to Zambia by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

Question 17

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

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

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How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Zambia?

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

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

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Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg 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.

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How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Johannesburg to Zambia?

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Cheapflights helps you search for flights from Johannesburg to Zambia via 900+ travel sites so you don’t have to. After performing a flight search, users can also filter their flight selection by filtering for price, number of stops, airlines, and so on.

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Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Johannesburg to Zambia?

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Millions of users choose and trust Cheapflights to book the best flight deals from Johannesburg to Zambia for free. We help you search and compare prices from hundreds of airlines for the right flight just for you.

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Can Cheapflights find flights from Johannesburg to Zambia with no change fees?

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Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Johannesburg to Zambia become cheaper?

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Ethiopian Air	CheapestR1 325	AverageR5 415	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Ethiopian Air flights
South African	CheapestR1 735	AverageR4 752	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%	Search South African flights
Proflight Zambia	CheapestR3 458	AverageR10 523	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Proflight Zambia flights
Zambia Airways	CheapestR4 644	AverageR8 808	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Zambia Airways flights
Airlink	CheapestR5 434	AverageR7 411	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Airlink flights
Kenya Airways	CheapestR6 275	AverageR7 127	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time82%	Search Kenya Airways flights

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

The price you pay for your flight from Johannesburg to Zambia may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 25 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to ZM?

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 33% on flights from Johannesburg to Zambia by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg to Zambia?

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

Weekly flight availability from Johannesburg to Zambia

The most flights from ZA1 to ZM0 are scheduled on a Monday (22 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (12 on average).

How often are flights from Johannesburg to Zambia delayed?

About 13% of weekly flights between Johannesburg and Zambia have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 79 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

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

Over the past year, Proflight Zambia have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 7% of flights being delayed.

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