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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zambia from R2 703

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 29/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LUN
May 1 — May 81
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 26 April 2025.

Round-trip from

R4 824

One-way from

R2 703

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R5 388

Good round-trip deal

R4 941 or less

Good one-way deal

R2 802 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 18/5-24/5
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to Zambia
NAYSA
  • NAYSA
  • 29/6
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to Zambia
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R5 269 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R831 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 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 26 April 2025.

Sun 18/510:55JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 45mEthiopian Air
Sat 24/516:20LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 25/4R4 824
Sun 1/610:40JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 00mSouth African
Thu 5/613:30LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mSouth African
Deal found 24/4R5 125
Sun 27/410:55JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 45mNAYSA
Thu 1/516:20LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 45mNAYSA
Deal found 25/4R5 538
Fri 6/610:50JNB - LVI
Nonstop1h 45mAirlink
Sun 8/613:15LVI - JNB
Nonstop1h 45mAirlink
Deal found 24/4R6 852
Mon 2/619:35JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/67:25LUN - JNB
1 stop11h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4R6 870
Sun 1/610:15JNB - LVI
1 stop7h 20mEthiopian Air
Sun 8/618:05LVI - JNB
2 stops19h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 24/4R7 002
Thu 22/516:30JNB - LUN
1 stop14h 25mfastjet
Mon 26/57:25LUN - JNB
1 stop11h 25mfastjet
Deal found 24/4R7 396
Thu 15/519:50JNB - LVI
1 stop15h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 17/518:05LVI - JNB
1 stop16h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4R7 790
Sun 1/617:00JNB - LUN
1 stop16h 10mKenya Airways
Sun 15/610:00LUN - JNB
2 stops14h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 23/4R7 922
Thu 20/1119:25JNB - LVI
1 stop15h 30mNAYSA
Thu 27/1118:05LVI - JNB
1 stop15h 20mNAYSA
Deal found 25/4R7 959
Sat 31/51:15JNB - LVI
1 stop8h 30mKenya Airways
Sun 8/618:05LVI - JNB
1 stop21h 45mKenya Airways
Deal found 24/4R8 804

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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 26 April 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zambia that are best for you.

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OR Tambo

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Zambia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/5

10:55-13:40

Nonstop2h 45m

Lusaka

Sat 24/5

16:20-19:05

Nonstop2h 45m

R4 824

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/6

10:40-12:40

Nonstop2h 00m

Lusaka

Thu 5/6

13:30-15:30

Nonstop2h 00m

R5 125

JohannesburgLivingstone

JNB - LVI

JNBLVI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/6

10:50-12:35

Nonstop1h 45m

Livingstone

Sun 8/6

13:15-15:00

Nonstop1h 45m

R6 852

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/6

19:35-21:35

Nonstop2h 00m

Lusaka

Mon 9/6

7:25-18:50

1 stop11h 25m

R6 870

JohannesburgLivingstone

JNB - LVI

JNBLVI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/6

10:15-17:35

1 stop7h 20m

Livingstone

Sun 8/6

18:05-13:05

2 stops19h 00m

R7 002

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/5

16:30-6:55

1 stop14h 25m

Lusaka

Mon 26/5

7:25-8:05

1 stop24h 40m

R7 396

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/5

14:15-14:15

2 stops24h 00m

Lusaka

Sun 1/6

15:05-13:15

1 stop22h 10m

R7 772

JohannesburgLivingstone

JNB - LVI

JNBLVI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/5

19:50-10:55

1 stop15h 05m

Livingstone

Sat 17/5

18:05-10:10

1 stop16h 05m

R7 790

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/6

17:00-9:10

1 stop16h 10m

Lusaka

Sun 15/6

10:00-0:15

2 stops14h 15m

R7 922

JohannesburgLivingstone

JNB - LVI

JNBLVI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 31/5

1:15-9:45

1 stop8h 30m

Livingstone

Sun 8/6

18:05-15:50

1 stop21h 45m

R8 804

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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 R267). 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 26 April 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 16 December 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 26 April 2025.

The most flights from JNB to ZM0 are scheduled on a Wednesday (24 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (12 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 26 April 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.

Boarding

8,5

Crew

9,0

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Overall

8,6

Entertainment

6,6

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
8,6
Very Good

Boarding

8,5

Crew

9,0

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Overall

8,6

Entertainment

6,6

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

Boarding

8,5

Crew

9,0

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Overall

8,6

Entertainment

6,6

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

Boarding

8,5

Crew

9,0

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Overall

8,6

Entertainment

6,6

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

Boarding

8,5

Crew

9,0

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Overall

8,6

Entertainment

6,6

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 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 703. South African flights start at R3 060 while deals on Airlink start at R3 379 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 177, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R2 626. The most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Lusaka), is priced around R4 599.

  • 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 R267). 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 26 April 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FlySafairCheapestR3 289AverageR3 762FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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South AfricanCheapestR4 044AverageR5 277FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Proflight ZambiaCheapestR4 524AverageR9 173FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR4 722AverageR5 880FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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NAYSACheapestR4 979AverageR6 728FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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RwandAirCheapestR5 094AverageR5 394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirlinkCheapestR5 513AverageR7 274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR7 353AverageR7 706FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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