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R3 241+ Cheap flights to Zambia

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Oct 5 — Oct 121
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Flights to Zambia in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Zambia

Fri 11/914:15 -
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Mon 14/98:15 -
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Sat 12/914:15 -
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Sat 19/915:30 -
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Thu 10/912:00 -
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Tue 15/915:05 -
1 stop22h 10m
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Tue 29/1212:00 -
Nonstop2h 00m
Fri 8/115:05 -
1 stop22h 10m
Deal found 31/8R6 465
Mon 9/1110:15 -
Nonstop2h 20m
Mon 16/117:25 -
Nonstop2h 05m
Deal found 3/9R6 513
Wed 9/910:15 -
Nonstop2h 20m
Fri 11/97:20 -
Nonstop2h 05m
Deal found 2/9R6 529

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Return from

R6 433

One-way from

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Average price

R5 236
Zambia Airways
  • Zambia Airways
  • 17/10-24/10
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to Lusaka
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Proflight Zambia
  • Proflight Zambia
  • 16/9-31/12
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Zambia
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JohannesburgLusaka

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LUN Lusaka

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/9

14:00-16:00

Nonstop2h 00m

Lusaka

Wed 31/12

0:00-0:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R3 432
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgLivingstone

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LVI Livingstone

JNBLVI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/9

10:50-12:35

Nonstop1h 45m

Livingstone

Wed 31/12

0:00-0:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R3 911

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LUN Lusaka

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/10

14:15-14:15

2 stops24h 00m

Lusaka

Mon 26/10

11:00-13:00

Nonstop2h 00m

R6 449

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LUN Lusaka

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 21/12

10:15-12:35

Nonstop2h 20m

Lusaka

Sun 27/12

7:25-9:30

Nonstop2h 05m

R6 801

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LUN Lusaka

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/11

14:00-16:00

Nonstop2h 00m

Lusaka

Sun 22/11

15:05-13:15

1 stop22h 10m

R6 960

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LUN Lusaka

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 31/12

19:25-21:35

Nonstop2h 10m

Lusaka

Fri 1/1

7:20-9:25

Nonstop2h 05m

R7 008

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LUN Lusaka

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 16/10

10:10-12:30

Nonstop2h 20m

Lusaka

Fri 23/10

7:20-9:25

Nonstop2h 05m

R7 024

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LUN Lusaka

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/10

10:15-12:35

Nonstop2h 20m

Lusaka

Sat 24/10

16:20-18:30

Nonstop2h 10m

R7 088

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LUN Lusaka

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/2

7:40-9:40

Nonstop2h 00m

Lusaka

Thu 11/2

14:15-16:20

Nonstop2h 05m

R7 120

JohannesburgLivingstone

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LVI Livingstone

JNBLVI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 16/10

10:50-12:35

Nonstop1h 45m

Livingstone

Wed 21/10

13:15-15:00

Nonstop1h 45m

R7 343

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Zambia

How long is the flight to Zambia?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Zambia takes 5 hours 28 minutes. Flights to Zambia from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

Weekly flight availability to Zambia

The most flights from Johannesburg to Zambia are scheduled on a Friday (21 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 on average).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Zambia?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Zambia are South African, Airlink and Zambia Airways.

South African
South African
From R1 701
Airlink
Airlink
From R5 323
Zambia Airways
Zambia Airways
From R4 551
Proflight Zambia
Proflight Zambia
From R3 541

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Zambia?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Zambia are Ethiopian Air, South African and Proflight Zambia.

Rainfall in Zambia by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Zambia ranges from 10.0 - 200.0 mm 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

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).

When is the best time to book a flight to Zambia?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Zambia, you should look to book at least 25 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Zambia?

Users looking for the lowest fares to Zambia should consider flying on Saturday afternoons, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Tuesday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the most popular places to fly to in Zambia?

The most popular places in Zambia to fly to are Lusaka, Livingstone and Ndola.

Reviews of airlines servicing Zambia

Read through reviews of airlines serving Zambia, such as Airlink,South African, andEthiopian Air. 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
91 reviews
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Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,9

Entertainment

6,4

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,1

Overall

8,4

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
91 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
91 reviews
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Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,9

Entertainment

6,4

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,1

Overall

8,4

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
7,6
Good
64 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
91 reviews
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Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,9

Entertainment

6,4

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,1

Overall

8,4

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
1 040 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
91 reviews
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Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,9

Entertainment

6,4

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,1

Overall

8,4

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
6,8
Okay
10 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
91 reviews
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Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,9

Entertainment

6,4

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,1

Overall

8,4

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

FAQs about flying to Zambia

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Zambia if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Zambia on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Zambia?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Ethiopian Air is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Zambia.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Zambia?

    Lusaka is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Zambia. One-way flights to Lusaka typically cost R2 172, while return flights cost around R3 416.

  • How much is a return flight to Zambia?

    A return flight to Zambia will typically cost around R7 559, however they can be found for as little as R3 420.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Zambia depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Zambia, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (1 hour 45 minutes).

  • Does Lusaka have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Lusaka can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Lusaka?

    Yes. Lusaka has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Airport Hill Apartments is the closest property to Lusaka (0,0 km away from Lusaka).

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