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Cheap flights from South Africa to Zambia from R3 240

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 9/4. 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
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 1 April 2026.

Wed 27/59:25
JNB
-
LUN
1 stop7h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/611:00
LUN
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/3R4 638
Wed 20/59:25
JNB
-
LUN
1 stop7h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 23/511:00
LUN
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/3R4 996
Thu 2/412:55
JNB
-
LUN
1 stop21h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 6/48:15
LUN
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/3R5 251
Thu 7/518:45
JNB
-
LUN
1 stop15h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/511:00
LUN
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3R5 286
Wed 13/59:25
JNB
-
LUN
1 stop7h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 20/511:00
LUN
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/3R5 490
Tue 14/419:25
JNB
-
LUN
Nonstop2h 10m
Zambia Airways
Sun 19/47:25
LUN
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Zambia Airways
Deal found 27/3R5 814
Thu 9/419:25
JNB
-
LUN
Nonstop2h 10m
Zambia Airways
Tue 14/416:20
LUN
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 10m
Zambia Airways
Deal found 28/3R5 831
Fri 10/410:10
JNB
-
LUN
Nonstop2h 20m
Zambia Airways
Wed 6/57:20
LUN
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Zambia Airways
Deal found 31/3R5 848
Wed 13/510:15
JNB
-
LUN
Nonstop2h 20m
Zambia Airways
Wed 20/57:20
LUN
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Zambia Airways
Deal found 29/3R5 950
Mon 30/310:15
JNB
-
LUN
Nonstop2h 20m
Zambia Airways
Sat 4/416:20
LUN
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 10m
Zambia Airways
Deal found 27/3R5 985
Fri 1/510:10
JNB
-
LUN
Nonstop2h 20m
Zambia Airways
Tue 5/516:20
LUN
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 10m
Zambia Airways
Deal found 30/3R6 002
Fri 29/510:50
JNB
-
LVI
Nonstop1h 45m
Airlink
Mon 1/613:15
LVI
-
JNB
Nonstop1h 45m
Airlink
Deal found 27/3R6 905

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 1 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R4 638

One-way from

R3 240

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R4 996

Good round-trip deal

R4 624 or less

Good one-way deal

R2 734 or less
Proflight Zambia
  • Proflight Zambia
  • 27/5-4/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 9h 35m total
  • South Africa to Zambia
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Zambia Airways
  • Zambia Airways
  • 9/4
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 10m total
  • South Africa to Zambia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R2 648 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R745 potential savings vs. average return price).
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JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 30/5

19:25-21:35

Nonstop2h 10m

Lusaka

Fri 5/6

7:20-9:25

Nonstop2h 05m

R6 240

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 27/5

10:15-12:35

Nonstop2h 20m

Lusaka

Tue 2/6

16:20-18:30

Nonstop2h 10m

R6 240

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 14/5

19:25-21:35

Nonstop2h 10m

Lusaka

Thu 21/5

16:20-18:30

Nonstop2h 10m

R6 240

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 19/5

19:25-21:35

Nonstop2h 10m

Lusaka

Sun 24/5

7:25-9:30

Nonstop2h 05m

R6 581

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 13/6

14:15-14:15

2 stops24h 00m

Lusaka

Fri 26/6

15:05-13:15

1 stop22h 10m

R6 701
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgLivingstone

JNB - LVI

JNBLVI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 20/5

10:50-12:35

Nonstop1h 45m

Livingstone

Sat 23/5

13:15-15:00

Nonstop1h 45m

R6 956

JohannesburgLivingstone

JNB - LVI

JNBLVI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/5

11:35-13:20

Nonstop1h 45m

Livingstone

Sun 24/5

13:15-15:00

Nonstop1h 45m

R6 956

JohannesburgLivingstone

JNB - LVI

JNBLVI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/4

10:50-12:35

Nonstop1h 45m

Livingstone

Mon 27/4

14:00-15:55

Nonstop1h 55m

R7 127

JohannesburgLivingstone

JNB - LVI

JNBLVI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/4

10:50-12:35

Nonstop1h 45m

Livingstone

Thu 30/4

13:15-15:00

Nonstop1h 45m

R7 297

JohannesburgLivingstone

JNB - LVI

JNBLVI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/4

10:50-12:35

Nonstop1h 45m

Livingstone

Wed 29/4

14:00-15:55

Nonstop1h 55m

R7 724

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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 R1 739). Flying from South Africa to Zambia in October is currently the most expensive (average of R4 569). 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 1 April 2026.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 48% 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 2 November 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their South Africa to Zambia flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday 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 1 April 2026.

The most flights from ZA0 to ZM0 are scheduled on a Wednesday (20 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (12 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 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?

Wednesday 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 South Africa 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.

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 April 2026.
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

Entertainment

6,4

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,4

Crew

8,9

Food

8,0

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

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,4

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,4

Crew

8,9

Food

8,0

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
South African
7,6
Good
60 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
84 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,4

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,4

Crew

8,9

Food

8,0

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

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,4

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,4

Crew

8,9

Food

8,0

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

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,4

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,4

Crew

8,9

Food

8,0

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 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. Zambia Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R6 956. South Africa and Zambia are separated by a distance of 958 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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 454. South African flights start at R2 536 while deals on Proflight Zambia start at R2 559 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 R1 739). Flying from South Africa to Zambia in October is currently the most expensive (average of R4 569). 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
South AfricanCheapestR1 821AverageR6 515FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR4 175AverageR5 300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Proflight ZambiaCheapestR4 338AverageR9 278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Zambia AirwaysCheapestR4 828AverageR6 952FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirlinkCheapestR5 669AverageR8 585FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR7 335AverageR9 275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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