Cheap flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from £161

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 4/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LUN — JNB
11 Jan — 18 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Lusaka to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in February or March, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from Lusaka to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Lusaka to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 December 2025.

Sat 13/1214:15LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mAirlink
Sun 25/117:00JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 00mAirlink
Deal found 10/12£257
Mon 29/1216:20LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 45mZambia Airways
Thu 1/119:25JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 10mZambia Airways
Deal found 10/12£265
Thu 11/1216:20LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 10mZambia Airways
Sun 14/1210:15JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 20mZambia Airways
Deal found 10/12£277
Fri 12/1206:40LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 18/1219:25JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/12£289
Sun 28/1214:15LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mAirlink
Fri 16/111:30JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 00mAirlink
Deal found 10/12£297
Fri 12/1207:30LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mAirlink
Sun 18/117:00JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 00mAirlink
Deal found 11/12£308
Fri 12/1206:40LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 14/1220:30JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/12£322
Fri 12/1207:20LUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mZambia Airways
Tue 16/1219:25JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 10mZambia Airways
Deal found 11/12£347
Fri 12/1210:50LUN - JNB
1 stop7h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 15/1219:50JNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/12£364

Find flight deals from Lusaka to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Lusaka (LUN) to OR Tambo (JNB). 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 12 December 2025.

Round-trip from

£246

One-way from

£161

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£249

Good round-trip deal

£234 or less

Good one-way deal

£144 or less
Airlink
  • Airlink
  • 7/1-14/1
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 00m total
  • Lusaka to Johannesburg
Zambia Airways
  • Zambia Airways
  • 4/3
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 05m total
  • Lusaka to Johannesburg
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price (£2 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (£2 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Lusaka to Johannesburg OR Tambo.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Lusaka to Johannesburg OR Tambo.

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Fly from

Lusaka

Fly to

OR Tambo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LusakaJohannesburg

LUN - JNB

LUNJNB

Lusaka

Sat 14/2

16:20-18:30

Nonstop2h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/2

10:15-12:35

Nonstop2h 20m

£258

LusakaJohannesburg

LUN - JNB

LUNJNB

Lusaka

Thu 8/1

14:15-16:20

Nonstop2h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/1

11:30-13:30

Nonstop2h 00m

£267

LusakaJohannesburg

LUN - JNB

LUNJNB

Lusaka

Sun 28/12

14:15-16:20

Nonstop2h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 16/1

11:30-13:30

Nonstop2h 00m

£297

LusakaJohannesburg

LUN - JNB

LUNJNB

Lusaka

Sat 24/1

02:10-13:05

1 stop10h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/2

10:15-12:35

Nonstop2h 20m

£349

LusakaJohannesburg

LUN - JNB

LUNJNB

Lusaka

Wed 21/1

02:10-13:05

1 stop10h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/1

19:50-22:35

Nonstop2h 45m

£364

LusakaJohannesburg

LUN - JNB

LUNJNB

Lusaka

Thu 29/1

02:10-13:05

1 stop10h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/2

10:10-12:30

Nonstop2h 20m

£391

LusakaJohannesburg

LUN - JNB

LUNJNB

Lusaka

Sat 14/2

16:20-19:05

Nonstop2h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/2

08:20-01:20

1 stop17h 00m

£391

LusakaJohannesburg

LUN - JNB

LUNJNB

Lusaka

Tue 23/12

16:20-18:30

Nonstop2h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/1

10:15-12:35

Nonstop2h 20m

£394

LusakaJohannesburg

LUN - JNB

LUNJNB

Lusaka

Thu 15/1

15:55-20:25

1 stop4h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 23/1

16:10-19:50

1 stop3h 40m

£403

LusakaJohannesburg

LUN - JNB

LUNJNB

Lusaka

Fri 6/2

15:55-20:25

1 stop4h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/2

16:10-19:50

1 stop3h 40m

£403

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Best time to book a flight from Lusaka to OR Tambo

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Lusaka to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on 5 December 2025.

Booking 69 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lusaka to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of £115). Flying from Lusaka to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of £214). 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 LUN to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Lusaka to OR Tambo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 12 December 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Lusaka to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 35% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo. Reviews last updated 12 December 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Airlink, South African, andEthiopian Air from Lusaka to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. 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.

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

6.4

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
8.5
Very Good

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

6.4

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

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

6.4

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

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

6.4

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

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

6.4

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 from for flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    Lusaka (LUN) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Lusaka to Johannesburg OR Tambo. You should not have trouble finding flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo from Lusaka; the airport handles an average of 13 outbound flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 5 airlines have flights from the Lusaka airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo. It is only a 12.2 mi journey to Lusaka (LUN) from Lusaka’s city center.

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

    A quick flight from Lusaka to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport can take about 2h 05m. Zambia Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £267. The distance between Lusaka and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is about 746 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip from £178. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Ethiopian Air, from £199, and Zambia Airways, from £202. South African is priced at 22% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Zambia Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £133. However, be on the lookout for offers from Proflight Zambia and South African, as they are both options that can get you from Lusaka to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for a low price.

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

    Before booking your flight to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from Lusaka, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: RwandAir (100%), Ethiopian Air (100%), Zambia Airways( 98%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay £212 for a flight from Lusaka to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. The cheapest flight overall is £142 while the most popular route, (Lusaka - Johannesburg OR Tambo) is currently priced at £246.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lusaka to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of £115). Flying from Lusaka to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of £214). 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 5 airlines flying from Lusaka to OR Tambo

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Lusaka to OR Tambo. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 12 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
South AfricanCheapest£193Average£219FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest£199Average£215FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Zambia AirwaysCheapest£202Average£222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Proflight ZambiaCheapest£223Average£298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirlinkCheapest£244Average£272FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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