Cheap flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg

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Cheapest round-trip flights $523
Proflight Zambia Nonstop 2 hr Thu, Jul 23 — Sun, Jul 26
The cheapest round-trip flight from Lusaka to Johannesburg is currently $523
Cheapest one-way flight $270
Proflight Zambia Nonstop 2 hr Wed, Jun 24
The cheapest one-way flight from Lusaka to Johannesburg is currently $270
Last-minute weekend getaway $564
South African Nonstop 2 hr Thu, May 7 — Sun, May 10
The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Lusaka to Johannesburg is currently $564
Cheapest business class flights $1,050
Kenya Airways 1 stop 22 hr Thu, Jul 2 — Sun, Jul 5
The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Lusaka to Johannesburg is currently $1,050
Fastest flight 2 hr The fastest nonstop flight from Lusaka to Johannesburg takes 2 hr
Nonstop flights Every day There are direct flights on this route every day.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

The cheapest month to fly from Lusaka to Johannesburg is typically February. The most expensive month to fly is typically June.
February
Cheapest
Typical prices: $275–395
June
Most expensive
Typical prices: $400–530

Popular airlines from Lusaka to Johannesburg

  • Airlink
    Nonstop
    Typical price: $390–600
    21 weekly nonstop flights
    LUN - JNB Every day
  • Proflight Zambia
    Nonstop
    from $523
    Typical price: $370–550
    12 weekly nonstop flights
    LUN - JNB Every day
  • South African
    Nonstop
    from $529
    Typical price: $370–600
    12 weekly nonstop flights
    LUN - JNB Every day
  • Zambia Airways
    Nonstop
    7 weekly nonstop flights
    LUN - JNB Every day
  • Ethiopian
    from $602
    Typical price: $475–750
    58 weekly connecting flights
    LUN - JNB Every day
  • Kenya Airways
    from $599
    Typical price: $570–760
    32 weekly connecting flights
    LUN - JNB Every day

Popular airports near Lusaka

  • Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) (LUN)
    Lusaka Zambia 38 min 12 mi

Popular airports near Johannesburg

  • O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
    Johannesburg South Africa 14 mi
  • Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
    Johannesburg South Africa 51 min 19 mi
  • Polokwane International Airport (PTG) (PTG)
    Polokwane South Africa 3 hr 32 min 185 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Lusaka to Johannesburg

The cheapest flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg are usually in February. Typical ticket prices in February range from $275 to $395.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Lusaka to Johannesburg recently found on Google Flights was with Proflight Zambia from $523. The cheapest one-way flight was with Proflight Zambia from $270.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Proflight Zambia flight from Lusaka to Johannesburg is $523, flying from Jul 23 to Jul 26.
  • The cheapest South African flight from Lusaka to Johannesburg is $529, flying from Jun 4 to Jun 7.
  • The cheapest Ethiopian flight from Lusaka to Johannesburg is $602, flying from May 14 to May 17.
  • The cheapest Kenya Airways flight from Lusaka to Johannesburg is $599, flying from Jun 4 to Jun 7.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Lusaka to Johannesburg starts at $523 from Thu, Jul 23 to Sun, Jul 26. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $270 and departs on Wed, Jun 24.
2 hr is the shortest flight time from Lusaka to Johannesburg.
Johannesburg is a year-round destination, with hot summers (Nov–Mar) and mild, drier winters (May–Sep). Most visitors arrive Mar–May and Oct–Dec. Local events include the Rand Show consumer exhibition (Mar–Apr), the Joy of Jazz festival (Sep) and the Joburg Carnival (New Year's Eve).
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Lusaka to Johannesburg.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.

You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Lusaka to Johannesburg.

In terms of nonstop flights, Airlink is the most popular. Airlink offers 21 nonstop flights per week. Airlink flies from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) (LUN) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) .

In terms of flights, Ethiopian is the most popular. Ethiopian offers 58 connecting flights per week. Ethiopian flies from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) (LUN) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) .

Other popular airlines flying from Lusaka to Johannesburg are:
  • Proflight Zambia offers 12 nonstop flights per week. Proflight Zambia flies from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) (LUN) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) .
  • South African offers 12 nonstop flights per week. South African flies from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) (LUN) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) .
  • Zambia Airways offers 7 nonstop flights per week. Zambia Airways flies from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) (LUN) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) .
  • Kenya Airways offers 32 connecting flights per week. Kenya Airways flies from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) (LUN) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) .
The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Lusaka and Johannesburg.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Lusaka to Johannesburg recently found on Google Flights was with Proflight Zambia from $523. The cheapest one-way flight was with Proflight Zambia from $270.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Proflight Zambia flight from Lusaka to Johannesburg is $523, flying from Jul 23 to Jul 26.
  • The cheapest South African flight from Lusaka to Johannesburg is $529, flying from Jun 4 to Jun 7.
  • The cheapest Ethiopian flight from Lusaka to Johannesburg is $602, flying from May 14 to May 17.
  • The cheapest Kenya Airways flight from Lusaka to Johannesburg is $599, flying from Jun 4 to Jun 7.
Airlink, Proflight Zambia, South African and Zambia Airways fly direct from Lusaka to Johannesburg.
  • There are 21 Airlink direct flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 12 Proflight Zambia direct flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 12 South African direct flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 7 Zambia Airways direct flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Lusaka and Johannesburg at price $564 is offered by South African from Thu, May 7 to Sun, May 10.
Airlink, Proflight Zambia, South African and Zambia Airways fly direct from Lusaka to Johannesburg.
  • There are 21 Airlink direct flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 12 Proflight Zambia direct flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 12 South African direct flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 7 Zambia Airways direct flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
There are direct flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg on a daily basis.
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Lusaka and Johannesburg start at $523 from Thu, Jul 23 to Sun, Jul 26 with Proflight Zambia.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Lusaka and Johannesburg start at $1,050 from Thu, Jul 2 to Sun, Jul 5 with Kenya Airways.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Lusaka and Johannesburg start at $523 from Thu, Jul 23 to Sun, Jul 26.
To book business class trips from Lusaka to Johannesburg, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.

You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Lusaka and Johannesburg starts at $564 from Thu, May 7 to Sun, May 10 with South African.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Lusaka and Johannesburg at price $564 is offered by South African from Thu, May 7 to Sun, May 10.
To find last-minute flight deals from Lusaka to Johannesburg, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.

You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.

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