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Cheap flights from South Africa to Zambia from R2 792

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 20/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LUN
Jan 7 — Jan 141
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Zambia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Zambia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 8 December 2025.

Sat 27/1210:40JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 00mSouth African
Sun 18/113:30LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mSouth African
Deal found 6/12R5 262
Sun 14/1210:15JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 20mZambia Airways
Thu 18/1216:20LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 10mZambia Airways
Deal found 7/12R5 296
Sat 20/1211:50JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 10mZambia Airways
Mon 5/17:25LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mZambia Airways
Deal found 7/12R5 398
Sat 20/1211:50JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 10mZambia Airways
Wed 28/17:20LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mZambia Airways
Deal found 7/12R5 482
Wed 10/127:40JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 00mAirlink
Fri 2/114:15LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mAirlink
Deal found 6/12R5 668
Wed 10/1210:15JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 20mZambia Airways
Fri 2/17:20LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mZambia Airways
Deal found 7/12R5 787
Mon 8/127:40JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 00mAirlink
Fri 12/1214:15LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mAirlink
Deal found 7/12R5 804
Sun 14/1210:15JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 20mZambia Airways
Thu 8/116:20LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 10mZambia Airways
Deal found 8/12R6 041
Mon 8/1220:30JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 00mProflight Zambia
Fri 12/1216:30LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mProflight Zambia
Deal found 8/12R7 767
Mon 22/1215:55CPT - LUN
1 stop5h 40mSouth African
Wed 31/1213:30LUN - CPT
1 stop6h 15mSouth African
Deal found 7/12R7 817
Sat 20/1217:00JNB - LUN
1 stop16h 10mKenya Airways
Wed 28/110:05LUN - JNB
2 stops29h 45mKenya Airways
Deal found 7/12R7 970
Thu 25/1219:35JNB - LVI
1 stop22h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 27/1213:15LVI - JNB
Nonstop1h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/12R8 376

Find flight deals from South Africa to Zambia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Zambia flight deals. Data was last updated 8 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R4 890

One-way from

R2 792

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R4 619

Good round-trip deal

R5 040 or less

Good one-way deal

R2 718 or less
South African
  • South African
  • 20/1-27/1
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 00m total
  • South Africa to Zambia
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South African
  • South African
  • 20/2
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 00m total
  • South Africa to Zambia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (R2 187 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R571 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa 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 8 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Zambia that are best for you.

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South Africa

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Zambia

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Return

Price

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/1

10:40-12:40

Nonstop2h 00m

Lusaka

Tue 27/1

13:30-15:30

Nonstop2h 00m

R4 890

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 27/12

10:40-12:40

Nonstop2h 00m

Lusaka

Sun 18/1

13:30-15:30

Nonstop2h 00m

R5 262

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 20/12

11:50-14:00

Nonstop2h 10m

Lusaka

Mon 5/1

7:25-9:30

Nonstop2h 05m

R5 398

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 20/12

11:50-14:00

Nonstop2h 10m

Lusaka

Wed 28/1

7:20-9:25

Nonstop2h 05m

R5 482

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/4

10:10-12:30

Nonstop2h 20m

Lusaka

Sun 12/4

7:25-9:30

Nonstop2h 05m

R5 702

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 9/1

10:10-12:30

Nonstop2h 20m

Lusaka

Sat 10/1

16:20-18:30

Nonstop2h 10m

R5 719

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 8/1

19:25-21:35

Nonstop2h 10m

Lusaka

Mon 12/1

7:25-9:30

Nonstop2h 05m

R5 719

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/1

19:25-21:35

Nonstop2h 10m

Lusaka

Sun 11/1

7:25-9:30

Nonstop2h 05m

R5 787

JohannesburgLivingstone

JNB - LVI

JNBLVI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/1

10:50-12:35

Nonstop1h 45m

Livingstone

Sat 17/1

13:15-15:00

Nonstop1h 45m

R5 821

JohannesburgLivingstone

JNB - LVI

JNBLVI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 23/1

10:50-12:35

Nonstop1h 45m

Livingstone

Sun 25/1

13:15-15:00

Nonstop1h 45m

R5 956

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Zambia

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Zambia

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Zambia (average of R3 469). Flying from South Africa to Zambia in October is currently the most expensive (average of R4 535). 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 ZA to ZM?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa 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 8 December 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 23% on flights from South Africa to Zambia by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Africa to Zambia?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from South Africa to Zambia. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from South Africa to Zambia

Explore weekly flight availability from South Africa 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 8 December 2025.

The most flights from ZA0 to ZM0 are scheduled on a Friday (22 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (13 on average).

How often are flights from South Africa to Zambia delayed?

About 12% of weekly flights between South Africa and Zambia have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 84 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the evening 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?

Wednesday 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 South Africa to Zambia flights?

Over the past year, South African have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 7% 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 8 December 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Airlink, South African, andEthiopian Air from South Africa to Zambia. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
84 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,4

Crew

8,9

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
8,4
Very Good
84 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
84 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,4

Crew

8,9

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
48 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
84 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,4

Crew

8,9

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
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
903 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
84 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,4

Crew

8,9

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
Zambia Airways
6,6
Okay
9 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
84 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,4

Crew

8,9

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to Zambia. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Zambia?

    A quick flight from South Africa to Zambia can take about 1h 45m. South African provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R5 821. South Africa and Zambia are separated by a distance of 958 km. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa 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 345. Proflight Zambia flights start at R2 491 while deals on South African start at R2 578 one-way.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Zambia?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa 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 South Africa to Zambia?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Zambia (average of R3 469). Flying from South Africa to Zambia in October is currently the most expensive (average of R4 535). 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 6 airlines flying from South Africa to Zambia

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from South Africa 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 8 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
South AfricanCheapestR3 849AverageR6 532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Proflight ZambiaCheapestR4 041AverageR9 110FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR4 211AverageR5 398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Zambia AirwaysCheapestR4 645AverageR6 751FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirlinkCheapestR5 639AverageR8 482FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR7 752AverageR9 571FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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