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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka from £117

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 19/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LUN
14 Nov — 21 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Lusaka are usually found in January or February, booked 52 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 15 October 2025.

Thu 27/1119:25JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 10mZambia Airways
Sun 30/1107:25LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mZambia Airways
Deal found 14/10£226
Thu 23/1019:50JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 45mZambia Airways
Thu 30/1016:20LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 45mZambia Airways
Deal found 13/10£232
Thu 27/1112:05JNB - LUN
2 stops29h 20mKenya Airways
Sun 30/1110:00LUN - JNB
2 stops24h 55mKenya Airways
Deal found 14/10£333
Mon 20/1014:30JNB - LUN
2 stops24h 50mEthiopian Air
Mon 27/1007:20LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 13/10£356
Thu 27/1119:35JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 30/1112:20LUN - JNB
1 stop19h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/10£369

Cheap 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 15 October 2025.

Round-trip from

£226

One-way from

£117

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£221

Good round-trip deal

£207 or less

Good one-way deal

£146 or less
Zambia Airways
  • Zambia Airways
  • 27/11-30/11
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Lusaka
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Zambia Airways
  • Zambia Airways
  • 19/10
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to Lusaka
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka that are best for you.

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OR Tambo

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Lusaka

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 27/11

17:00-09:15

1 stop16h 15m

Lusaka

Sun 30/11

10:00-00:25

2 stops14h 25m

£334

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 20/11

08:20-01:20

1 stop17h 00m

Lusaka

Sat 22/11

16:20-19:05

Nonstop2h 45m

£400

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/10

16:10-19:50

1 stop3h 40m

Lusaka

Tue 28/10

15:55-10:35

1 stop18h 40m

£402

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 27/11

16:50-14:20

1 stop21h 30m

Lusaka

Thu 4/12

15:10-14:20

2 stops23h 10m

£408

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 23/11

10:15-12:35

Nonstop2h 20m

Lusaka

Sat 29/11

02:10-20:10

1 stop18h 00m

£411

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 27/11

19:50-22:35

Nonstop2h 45m

Lusaka

Sat 29/11

02:10-13:05

1 stop10h 55m

£422

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/11

10:15-12:35

Nonstop2h 20m

Lusaka

Fri 14/11

02:10-13:05

1 stop10h 55m

£423

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 14/11

10:10-12:30

Nonstop2h 20m

Lusaka

Sun 16/11

02:10-20:10

1 stop18h 00m

£423

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/12

19:50-22:35

Nonstop2h 45m

Lusaka

Sat 13/12

02:10-13:05

1 stop10h 55m

£437

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/2

23:00-13:10

1 stop14h 10m

Lusaka

Mon 2/3

07:20-09:25

Nonstop2h 05m

£445

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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 10 October 2025.

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka is 52 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka (average of £154). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka in October is currently the most expensive (average of £198). 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 15 October 2025.

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 55% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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 15 October 2025.
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
8.5
Very Good
79 reviews
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Food

8.0

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.4

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.9

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
8.5
Very Good
79 reviews
Airlink
8.5
Very Good
79 reviews
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Food

8.0

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.4

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.9

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
46 reviews
Airlink
8.5
Very Good
79 reviews
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Food

8.0

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.4

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.9

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
873 reviews
Airlink
8.5
Very Good
79 reviews
Check prices

Food

8.0

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.4

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.9

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
8.5
Very Good
79 reviews
Check prices

Food

8.0

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.4

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.9

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 16 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 3h 40m. Kenya Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £402. 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 £155 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Ethiopian Air and Zambia Airways, starting at £184 and £195 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka for 26% 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 £117. However, be on the lookout for offers from RwandAir and Ethiopian Air, 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: Zambia Airways (95%), Ethiopian Air (95%), South African (87%).

  • 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 £212, our data indicates the cheapest price to be £115. The most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Lusaka), is priced around £227.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka (average of £154). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka in October is currently the most expensive (average of £198). 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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