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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka from £126

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 5/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LUN
27 Mar — 3 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Lusaka are usually found in February or January, booked 26 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Friday

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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Lusaka
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Lusaka. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 25 February 2026.

Tue 3/319:35
JNB
-
LUN
Nonstop2h 00m
South African
Sun 8/313:30
LUN
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 00m
South African
Deal found 25/2£193
Mon 13/410:40
JNB
-
LUN
Nonstop2h 00m
South African
Tue 14/413:30
LUN
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 00m
South African
Deal found 23/2£205
Mon 23/210:40
JNB
-
LUN
Nonstop2h 00m
South African
Mon 2/306:40
LUN
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 00m
South African
Deal found 21/2£207
Thu 7/519:35
JNB
-
LUN
Nonstop2h 00m
South African
Sun 10/513:30
LUN
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 00m
South African
Deal found 22/2£209
Mon 2/316:00
JNB
-
LUN
Nonstop2h 45m
Zambia Airways
Sat 7/316:20
LUN
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 10m
Zambia Airways
Deal found 25/2£217
Tue 28/712:00
JNB
-
LUN
Nonstop2h 00m
Proflight Zambia
Thu 6/811:00
LUN
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 00m
Proflight Zambia
Deal found 24/2£224
Fri 6/310:10
JNB
-
LUN
Nonstop2h 20m
Zambia Airways
Mon 9/307:25
LUN
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Zambia Airways
Deal found 23/2£227
Sat 11/419:25
JNB
-
LUN
Nonstop2h 10m
Zambia Airways
Mon 13/407:25
LUN
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Zambia Airways
Deal found 23/2£228
Sat 1/819:25
JNB
-
LUN
Nonstop2h 10m
Zambia Airways
Mon 10/807:25
LUN
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Zambia Airways
Deal found 24/2£229
Fri 24/410:10
JNB
-
LUN
Nonstop2h 20m
Zambia Airways
Sun 3/507:25
LUN
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Zambia Airways
Deal found 24/2£230
Sun 1/310:30
JNB
-
LUN
Nonstop2h 45m
Zambia Airways
Wed 11/307:20
LUN
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Zambia Airways
Deal found 23/2£250

Find flight deals from OR Tambo to Lusaka

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) to Lusaka (LUN). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 25 February 2026.

Round-trip from

£205

One-way from

£126

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£192

Good round-trip deal

£76 or less

Good one-way deal

£124 or less
South African
  • South African
  • 13/4-14/4
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Lusaka
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Zambia Airways
  • Zambia Airways
  • 5/3
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to Lusaka
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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/7

12:00-14:00

Nonstop2h 00m

Lusaka

Sun 9/8

11:00-13:00

Nonstop2h 00m

£224

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/4

19:25-21:35

Nonstop2h 10m

Lusaka

Tue 14/4

16:20-18:30

Nonstop2h 10m

£228

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/4

19:25-21:35

Nonstop2h 10m

Lusaka

Mon 13/4

07:25-09:30

Nonstop2h 05m

£228

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 13/4

07:40-09:40

Nonstop2h 00m

Lusaka

Mon 13/4

14:15-16:20

Nonstop2h 05m

£254

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/4

03:10-14:20

1 stop11h 10m

Lusaka

Tue 14/4

15:10-02:20

2 stops11h 10m

£376

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/4

18:45-20:00

1 stop25h 15m

Lusaka

Tue 14/4

16:05-15:15

1 stop23h 10m

£407

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/3

14:30-15:20

2 stops24h 50m

Lusaka

Fri 27/3

13:35-12:35

3 stops23h 00m

£426

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/4

08:20-01:20

1 stop17h 00m

Lusaka

Fri 17/4

02:10-13:05

1 stop10h 55m

£526

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/8

16:30-01:20

3 stops32h 50m

Lusaka

Sat 8/8

15:10-03:55

1 stop12h 45m

£643

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/3

10:15-12:35

Nonstop2h 20m

£126

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Lusaka

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to Lusaka. Price data was last updated on 20 February 2026.

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka is 26 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka (average of £79). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka in November is currently the most expensive (average of £200). 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 LUN?

Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo to Lusaka. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 25 February 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 27% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka?

Reviews of airlines servicing Lusaka

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Lusaka. 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 Lusaka. Reviews last updated 25 February 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka, such as Airlink, South African, andEthiopian Air. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8.4
Very Good
85 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.9

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

6.4

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
85 reviews
Airlink
8.4
Very Good
85 reviews
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Crew

8.9

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

6.4

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
7.5
Good
56 reviews
Airlink
8.4
Very Good
85 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.9

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

6.4

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
962 reviews
Airlink
8.4
Very Good
85 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.9

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

6.4

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
85 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.9

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

6.4

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

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Lusaka from Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    If you book a flight to Lusaka from Johannesburg OR Tambo, you will be flying to Lusaka, which is the city’s only airport. Lusaka (LUN) is located 12.2 mi from the center of Lusaka. There are 14 flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Lusaka per day from 5 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka?

    A quick flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka can take about 2h. Zambia Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £254. Airlines will cover a distance of 746 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka is South African. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £74 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Ethiopian Air and Zambia Airways, starting at £182 and £207 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka for 65% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Zambia Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £100. However, be on the lookout for offers from South African and Airlink, as they are both options that can get you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka on time: Air France (100%), South African (91%), Airlink (85%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka? While on average our users pay £332, our data indicates the cheapest price to be £74. The most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Lusaka), is priced around £212.

  • Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to Lusaka that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on OR Tambo to Lusaka flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Lusaka?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from OR Tambo to Lusaka.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to Lusaka?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo to Lusaka 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 Lusaka?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka (average of £79). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka in November is currently the most expensive (average of £200). 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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