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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zambia from R2 769

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 26/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LUN
Mai 6 — Mai 131
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to Zambia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for OR Tambo to Zambia flight deals. Data was last updated 1 Mai 2025.

Round-trip from

R4 776

One-way from

R2 769

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R5 166

Good round-trip deal

R4 913 or less

Good one-way deal

R2 831 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 1/6-8/6
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Zambia
NAYSA
  • NAYSA
  • 26/5
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to Zambia
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R5 105 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R822 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Zambia.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Zambia.

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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Zambia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Zambia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 1 Mai 2025.

So 1/610:15JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 20mEthiopian Air
So 8/67:25LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 30/4R4 776
So 1/619:35JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 00mSouth African
Fr 29/86:40LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mSouth African
Deal found 30/4R4 924
Mi 14/510:15JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 20mNAYSA
Sa 17/516:20LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 45mNAYSA
Deal found 30/4R5 407
Sa 14/614:15JNB - LUN
2 stops24h 00mAir Tanzania
Sa 21/615:05LUN - JNB
1 stop22h 10mAir Tanzania
Deal found 30/4R6 299
Mi 30/710:50JNB - LVI
Nonstop1h 45mAirlink
Mo 4/813:15LVI - JNB
Nonstop1h 45mAirlink
Deal found 30/4R6 857
So 1/610:40JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 00mMultiple Airlines
So 15/615:05LUN - JNB
1 stop22h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4R6 931
Do 22/514:35JNB - LUN
1 stop16h 20mfastjet
Mo 26/57:25LUN - JNB
1 stop24h 40mfastjet
Deal found 30/4R7 321
Sa 14/619:25JNB - LVI
1 stop22h 10mEthiopian Air
Sa 21/618:05LVI - JNB
1 stop15h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/4R7 414
Do 15/519:50JNB - LVI
1 stop15h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sa 31/518:05LVI - JNB
1 stop15h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/4R7 879
So 1/617:00JNB - LUN
1 stop16h 10mKenya Airways
Fr 29/818:15LUN - JNB
1 stop30h 00mKenya Airways
Deal found 30/4R7 897
Mo 9/61:15JNB - LVI
1 stop8h 30mKenya Airways
Di 17/618:05LVI - JNB
1 stop30h 10mKenya Airways
Deal found 30/4R8 603

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OR Tambo

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Zambia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

So 1/6

10:15-12:35

Nonstop2h 20m

Lusaka

So 8/6

7:25-9:30

Nonstop2h 05m

R4 776

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

So 1/6

19:35-21:35

Nonstop2h 00m

Lusaka

Fr 29/8

6:40-8:40

Nonstop2h 00m

R4 924

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mi 14/5

10:15-12:35

Nonstop2h 20m

Lusaka

Sa 17/5

16:20-19:05

Nonstop2h 45m

R5 407

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sa 14/6

14:15-14:15

2 stops24h 00m

Lusaka

Sa 21/6

15:05-13:15

1 stop22h 10m

R6 299

JohannesburgLivingstone

JNB - LVI

JNBLVI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mi 30/7

10:50-12:35

Nonstop1h 45m

Livingstone

Mo 4/8

13:15-15:00

Nonstop1h 45m

R6 857

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

So 1/6

10:40-12:40

Nonstop2h 00m

Lusaka

So 15/6

15:05-13:15

1 stop22h 10m

R6 931

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Do 22/5

14:35-6:55

1 stop16h 20m

Lusaka

Mo 26/5

7:25-8:05

1 stop24h 40m

R7 321

JohannesburgLivingstone

JNB - LVI

JNBLVI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sa 14/6

19:25-17:35

1 stop22h 10m

Livingstone

Sa 21/6

18:05-9:30

1 stop15h 25m

R7 414

JohannesburgLivingstone

JNB - LVI

JNBLVI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Do 15/5

19:50-10:55

1 stop15h 05m

Livingstone

Sa 31/5

18:05-9:30

1 stop15h 25m

R7 879

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

So 1/6

17:00-9:10

1 stop16h 10m

Lusaka

Fr 29/8

18:15-0:15

1 stop30h 00m

R7 897

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Zambia

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zambia

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zambia (average of R266). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 JNB to ZM?

Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo 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 1 Mai 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 43% on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zambia by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zambia?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from OR Tambo to Zambia. Price data was last updated on 27 October 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zambia

Explore weekly flight availability from OR Tambo to Zambia. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 1 Mai 2025.

The most flights from JNB to ZM0 are scheduled on a Wednesday (20 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

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 1 Mai 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Airlink, South African and Ethiopian Air from Johannesburg to Zambia. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,6

Food

8,0

Overall

8,6

Boarding

8,5

Crew

9,0

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
8,6
Very Good

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,6

Food

8,0

Overall

8,6

Boarding

8,5

Crew

9,0

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

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,6

Food

8,0

Overall

8,6

Boarding

8,5

Crew

9,0

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

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,6

Food

8,0

Overall

8,6

Boarding

8,5

Crew

9,0

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

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,6

Food

8,0

Overall

8,6

Boarding

8,5

Crew

9,0

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 OR Tambo to Zambia. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zambia one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with NAYSA, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R2 769. South African flights start at R2 955 while deals on Airlink start at R3 438 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zambia?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zambia consider choosing South African(96%), Egyptair(94%) or Kenya Airways(93%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zambia?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zambia? While on average our users pay R7 298, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R2 615. The most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Lusaka), is priced around R4 515.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Zambia?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zambia?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zambia (average of R266). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 8 airlines flying from OR Tambo to Zambia

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo 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 1 Mai 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FlySafairCheapestR3 260AverageR3 774FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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South AfricanCheapestR4 001AverageR5 239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Proflight ZambiaCheapestR4 356AverageR9 029FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR4 675AverageR5 820FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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NAYSACheapestR4 926AverageR6 674FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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RwandAirCheapestR5 039AverageR5 341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirlinkCheapestR5 470AverageR7 226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR7 278AverageR7 628FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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