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$142+ Cheap flights from OR Tambo (JNB) to Lusaka (LUN)

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 6/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LUN
abr. 20 — abr. 271
dom. 4/20
dom. 4/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Lusaka are usually found in January or February, booked 46 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

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 abril 15, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$255
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$142
(Mytrip)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$286

Good round-trip deal

$271 or less

Good one-way deal

$147 or less
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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 abril 15, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 6/147:25 pmJNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 10mEthiopian Air
lun. 6/237:20 amLUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/15$255
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 5/510:15 amJNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 20mNAYSA
jue. 5/154:20 pmLUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 45mNAYSA
Deal found 4/15$286
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 4/1710:40 amJNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 00mSouth African
mié. 4/231:30 pmLUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mSouth African
Deal found 4/15$333
This Airlink deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Airlink is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 4/217:45 amJNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 00mAirlink
mar. 4/292:15 pmLUN - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mAirlink
Deal found 4/15$384
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 6/147:25 pmJNB - LUN
Nonstop2h 10mMultiple Airlines
mié. 6/187:25 amLUN - JNB
1 stop11h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/15$411
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 5/35:00 pmJNB - LUN
1 stop16h 10mKenya Airways
vie. 5/912:45 amLUN - JNB
2 stops15h 05mKenya Airways
Deal found 4/15$424
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 5/32:15 pmJNB - LUN
2 stops24h 00mAir Tanzania
sáb. 5/103:05 pmLUN - JNB
1 stop22h 10mAir Tanzania
Deal found 4/15$428
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 4/202:35 pmJNB - LUN
1 stop16h 20mfastjet
mié. 4/237:25 amLUN - JNB
1 stop11h 25mfastjet
Deal found 4/15$479

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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

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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb. 6/14

7:25 pm-9:35 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

Lusaka

lun. 6/23

7:20 am-9:25 am

Nonstop2h 05m

$255

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 5/5

10:15 am-12:35 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

Lusaka

jue. 5/15

4:20 pm-7:05 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

$286

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 5/18

11:30 am-1:30 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

Lusaka

sáb. 5/24

2:15 pm-4:15 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

$388

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb. 6/14

7:25 pm-9:35 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

Lusaka

lun. 6/23

7:25 am-6:50 pm

1 stop11h 25m

$411

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb. 5/3

5:00 pm-9:10 am

1 stop16h 10m

Lusaka

vie. 5/9

12:45 am-3:50 pm

2 stops15h 05m

$424

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb. 5/3

2:15 pm-2:15 pm

2 stops24h 00m

Lusaka

sáb. 5/10

3:05 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop22h 10m

$428

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 6/15

10:15 am-12:35 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

$142

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 5/26

7:35 pm-9:35 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

$162

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 6/15

11:05 am-6:55 am

1 stop19h 50m

$181

JohannesburgLusaka

JNB - LUN

JNBLUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 4/21

7:45 am-9:45 am

Nonstop2h 00m

$191

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from OR Tambo to Lusaka in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Lusaka flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Lusaka flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Lusaka flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Lusaka flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Lusaka flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Lusaka

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Lusaka from OR Tambo with our price prediction graph.
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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 round-trip flight from OR Tambo to Lusaka. Price data was last updated on April 11, 2025.

Booking 24 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka. 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka (average of $984). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,980). 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 abril 15, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 43% on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from OR Tambo to Lusaka. Price data was last updated on March 30, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka

Explore weekly flight availability from OR Tambo to Lusaka. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated abril 15, 2025.

The most flights from JNB to LUN are scheduled on a Monday (20 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 on average).

Rainfall in Lusaka by month

Plan your trip to Lusaka by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Lusaka ranges from 0.4 - 7.9 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 7.9 in. May is typically the driest time to visit Lusaka when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Lusaka by month

Plan your trip to Lusaka by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Lusaka, 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 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 60.8 F).

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 abril 15, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Airlink, South African and Ethiopian Air from Johannesburg to Lusaka to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8.6
Very good
67 reviews

Food

8.0

Overall

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Crew

9.0

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

6.6

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
8.6
Very good
67 reviews
Airlink
8.6
Very good
67 reviews

Food

8.0

Overall

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Crew

9.0

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

6.6

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
7.3
Good
30 reviews
Airlink
8.6
Very good
67 reviews

Food

8.0

Overall

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Crew

9.0

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

6.6

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
765 reviews
Airlink
8.6
Very good
67 reviews

Food

8.0

Overall

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Crew

9.0

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

6.6

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
Kenya Airways
6.8
Okay
262 reviews
Airlink
8.6
Very good
67 reviews

Food

8.0

Overall

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Crew

9.0

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

6.6

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from OR Tambo to Lusaka. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Lusaka (LUN) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Lusaka. You should not have trouble finding flights to Lusaka from Johannesburg OR Tambo; the airport handles an average of 15 inbound flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 5 airlines have flights to the Lusaka airport from Johannesburg OR Tambo. It is only a 12.2 mi journey from Lusaka (LUN) to Lusaka’s city center.

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

    Currently priced at $255, Ethiopian Air will fly you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka and back. In addition to Ethiopian Air, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from NAYSA and Airlink - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $286 and $388, respectively. These flights start at 9% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is NAYSA, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $142. However, be on the lookout for offers from South African and fastjet, 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?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka are South African (95%), Airlink (95%) and Qatar Airways (93%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $222 for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka. The cheapest flight overall is $137 while the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Lusaka) is currently priced at $259.

  • 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 vacation 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka (average of $984). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,980). 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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Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo to Lusaka. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated abril 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapest$187Average$259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Proflight ZambiaCheapest$188Average$281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
South AfricanCheapest$214Average$275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
NAYSACheapest$257Average$274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AirlinkCheapest$281Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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