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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zambia from R2 627

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 19/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LUN
Jul 6 — Jul 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 July 2025.

Round-trip from

R4 566

One-way from

R2 627

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R5 007

Good round-trip deal

R4 602 or less

Good one-way deal

R2 778 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 4/8-28/8
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to Zambia
Zambia Airways
  • Zambia Airways
  • 19/7
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Zambia
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R4 480 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R685 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 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 July 2025.

Mon 4/810:15JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 20mEthiopian Air
Thu 28/816:20LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/6R4 566
Wed 17/1219:35JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 00mSouth African
Thu 8/113:30LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mSouth African
Deal found 29/6R4 936
Fri 15/814:00JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 00mProflight Zambia
Fri 22/88:15LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mProflight Zambia
Deal found 1/7R5 236
Sat 5/719:50JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 45mZambia Airways
Mon 7/77:25LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mZambia Airways
Deal found 29/6R5 324
Sun 10/810:15JNB - LVI
1 stop8h 40mEthiopian Air
Sun 17/819:25LVI - JNB
2 stops17h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 1/7R6 505
Fri 4/710:50JNB - LVI
Nonstop1h 45mAirlink
Mon 7/713:15LVI - JNB
Nonstop1h 45mAirlink
Deal found 29/6R6 523
Sun 6/711:30JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 00mAirlink
Sun 6/717:10LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mAirlink
Deal found 1/7R6 787
Mon 8/1214:15JNB - LUN
2 stops24h 00mAir Tanzania
Fri 2/115:05LUN - JNB
1 stop22h 10mAir Tanzania
Deal found 29/6R6 858
Wed 13/819:35JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 20/87:25LUN - JNB
1 stop9h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/6R7 158
Thu 14/81:25JNB - LUN
1 stop22h 30mKenya Airways
Fri 22/810:00LUN - JNB
2 stops24h 55mKenya Airways
Deal found 30/6R7 387
Thu 14/819:50JNB - LVI
1 stop15h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 21/818:05LVI - JNB
1 stop15h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/6R7 775
Sat 29/1119:25JNB - LVI
1 stop22h 10mZambia Airways
Tue 9/1211:25LVI - JNB
1 stop7h 05mZambia Airways
Deal found 29/6R8 057

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Customise your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo 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 1 July 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zambia that are best for you.

Fly from

OR Tambo

Fly to

Zambia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/8

10:15-12:35

Nonstop2h 20m

Lusaka

Thu 28/8

16:20-19:05

Nonstop2h 45m

R4 566

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 17/12

19:35-21:35

Nonstop2h 00m

Lusaka

Thu 8/1

13:30-15:30

Nonstop2h 00m

R4 936

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 15/8

14:00-16:00

Nonstop2h 00m

Lusaka

Fri 22/8

8:15-10:15

Nonstop2h 00m

R5 236

JohannesburgLivingstone

JNB - LVI

JNBLVI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/8

10:15-18:55

1 stop8h 40m

Livingstone

Sun 17/8

19:25-13:05

2 stops17h 40m

R6 505

JohannesburgLivingstone

JNB - LVI

JNBLVI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 29/11

10:50-12:35

Nonstop1h 45m

Livingstone

Tue 9/12

13:15-15:00

Nonstop1h 45m

R6 523

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/12

14:15-14:15

2 stops24h 00m

Lusaka

Fri 2/1

15:05-13:15

1 stop22h 10m

R6 858

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 13/8

19:35-21:35

Nonstop2h 00m

Lusaka

Wed 20/8

7:25-17:20

1 stop9h 55m

R7 158

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 14/8

1:25-23:55

1 stop22h 30m

Lusaka

Fri 22/8

10:00-10:55

2 stops24h 55m

R7 387

JohannesburgLivingstone

JNB - LVI

JNBLVI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 14/8

19:50-10:55

1 stop15h 05m

Livingstone

Thu 21/8

18:05-9:25

1 stop15h 20m

R7 775

JohannesburgLivingstone

JNB - LVI

JNBLVI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 29/11

19:25-17:35

1 stop22h 10m

Livingstone

Tue 9/12

11:25-18:30

1 stop7h 05m

R8 057

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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 July 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 42% 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. Monday at midday 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 July 2025.

The most flights from JNB to ZM0 are scheduled on a Monday (19 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (12 on average).

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 July 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Airlink, South African, andEthiopian Air from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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.

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,6

Food

8,0

Overall

8,6

Crew

8,9

Boarding

8,5

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

Crew

8,9

Boarding

8,5

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

Crew

8,9

Boarding

8,5

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

Crew

8,9

Boarding

8,5

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

Crew

8,9

Boarding

8,5

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 are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zambia one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Zambia Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R2 627. Proflight Zambia flights start at R2 750 while deals on Airlink start at R2 979 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(89%), Egyptair(85%) or Airlink(85%), 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 R6 531, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R2 688. The most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Livingstone), is priced around R6 258.

  • 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 7 airlines flying from OR Tambo to Zambia

Discover the top 7 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 July 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FlySafairCheapestR3 080AverageR3 831FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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South AfricanCheapestR3 809AverageR5 021FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Proflight ZambiaCheapestR4 058AverageR9 246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR4 447AverageR5 515FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Search Ethiopian Air flights
Zambia AirwaysCheapestR4 670AverageR6 462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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RwandAirCheapestR4 811AverageR5 105FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirlinkCheapestR5 285AverageR6 963FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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