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December 9 - December 16

Cheapest

Best

LUN - Johannesburg

$512

$295

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September 7 - September 18

LUN - Johannesburg

$338

$349

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September 28 - September 29

LUN - Johannesburg

$382

$349

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July 24 - July 31

Earliest

LUN - Johannesburg

$304

$350

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October 11 - October 15

LUN - Johannesburg

$373

$350

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August 7 - August 10

LUN - Johannesburg

$382

$354

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September 9 - September 18

LUN - Johannesburg

$351

$356

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December 12 - December 16

LUN - Johannesburg

$514

$359

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October 26 - October 30

LUN - Johannesburg

$375

$360

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July 29 - August 3

LUN - Johannesburg

$306

$363

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Insights for flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg

For cheap flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg, fares typically range from $338–$709, with a median of $442. Right now, current fares are near the typical level for this route. Currently, 0% of recent fares are classified as a good price, indicating that finding a significant discount may require careful timing.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Lusaka to Johannesburg? The most affordable month to fly is April, with a median fare of $322. Following closely are March, with a median of $328, and February, where the median fare is $338. Planning your trip during these months could result in notable savings.

A meaningful share of itineraries from Lusaka to Johannesburg are non-stop, with 65% of recent fares being direct flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg. For the remaining itineraries, most connect once, adding to the overall travel time. New deals appear almost daily for this route, so setting up a price alert can help you track fare changes.

A typical journey from Lusaka to Johannesburg takes about 4h 0m, including connections. This duration accounts for both direct and connecting flights, providing an overall picture of travel time on this route. The flight covers a distance of 1202 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul route.

How much is a round trip from Lusaka to Johannesburg

Regular price: $414 - $538

Prices for flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg are currently below the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg typically range from $414 to $538. The current lowest deal is $295 for travel from December 9 to December 16, available through kiwi.

now $295

Low $414

High $538

The cheapest time to fly from Lusaka to Johannesburg

The cheapest month to fly from Livingstone to Johannesburg is April, with a median price of $322. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $752. Prices are generally lower from January to September.

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Flights from $322

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Flights from $752

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Direct flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg

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Last-minute flights going from Lusaka to Johannesburg

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Johannesburg

Lusaka (LUN) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Proflight Zambia

$396

$443

One-way

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Johannesburg

Lusaka (LUN) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Qatar Airways

$396

$525

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Johannesburg

Lusaka (LUN) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Proflight Zambia

$396

$384

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Johannesburg

Lusaka (LUN) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Airlink

$264

$441

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Johannesburg

Lusaka (LUN) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Airlink

$254

$441

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Johannesburg

Lusaka (LUN) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Airlink

$275

$444

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg

7 nights

Dec 9 - Dec 16

$512 → $295

42%

4 nights

Dec 12 - Dec 16

$514 → $359

30%

7 nights

Dec 23 - Dec 30

$521 → $378

28%

3 nights

Jun 26 - Jun 29

$408 → $367

10%

Popular Airports to fly from Lusaka to Johannesburg

Lusaka - Johannesburg route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Recent fares for Lusaka to Johannesburg are near the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

April is historically cheapest at $322

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly from Lusaka to Johannesburg, with a median price of $322.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typically 4h 0m direct

Direct flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg typically take 4 hours and 0 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

65% of deals are direct

65% of recent deals for this route are for direct flights, with 1 stopover when connecting.

🏆 Airline highlight

Airlink offers direct flights

Airlink is one airline that historically offers direct flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg.

🎯 Booking tip

Frequent deals available

Deals for flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg are frequent, with 0.97 deals per day.

Lusaka main airports to depart from

Kenneth Kaunda International (LUN)

Cheapest

Fly from Lusaka's primary airport, offering the cheapest flights to Johannesburg.

📍 ~20 km from city center

💸 Flights from ~$295

Johannesburg main airports to arrive at

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

O. R. Tambo International Airport is a good option for flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg.

📍 ~20 km from Johannesburg city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$295

Lanseria International (HLA)

Lanseria International Airport is another option for flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg.

📍 ~30 km from Johannesburg city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$816

Airports nearby Johannesburg used as alternative

Lanseria International (HLA)

Lanseria International (HLA) is a practical alternative for Johannesburg, offering easier navigation and faster check-in processes.

📍 ~30 km from Johannesburg (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$816

Bloemfontein (BFN)

Bloemfontein (BFN) is a major domestic hub with reliable services, useful if direct flights to Johannesburg are unavailable.

📍 ~390 km from Johannesburg (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$678

Kruger Mpumalanga International (MQP)

Kruger Mpumalanga International (MQP) is a reliable regional airport, serving the eastern part of the country.

📍 ~330 km from Johannesburg (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$671

Polokwane International (PTG)

Polokwane International (PTG) offers a domestic option for northern Gauteng travelers, avoiding major metropolitan congestion.

📍 ~280 km from Johannesburg (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$613

Durban International (DUR)

Cheapest

Durban International (DUR) is a major international hub, useful if flights to Johannesburg are completely unavailable.

📍 ~490 km from Johannesburg (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$593

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Johannesburg

Johannesburg, South Africa

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$13,960

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Johannesburg

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $409. Booking 7-13 days out also shows a favorable average price of $505. Prices tend to be higher for bookings made 28-59 days in advance, with an average of $725, and for those made 60+ days out, averaging $696.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Lusaka to Johannesburg is considered to be $338 or less. The median price observed for this route was $442. Prices can go up to $709 or more for the higher end of the market. These figures are based on pricing trends over the last 90 days.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Lusaka to Johannesburg are April, with a median price of $322, and March, with a median price of $328. February also offers relatively low prices, with a median of $338. The annual median price for this route is $442, indicating that these months offer significant savings compared to the overall average.

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Insights for flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg

How much is a round trip from Lusaka to Johannesburg

The cheapest time to fly from Lusaka to Johannesburg

Direct flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg

Last-minute flights going from Lusaka to Johannesburg

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg

Popular Airports to fly from Lusaka to Johannesburg

Lusaka - Johannesburg route insights

Recent fares near the typical level

April is historically cheapest at $322

Typically 4h 0m direct

65% of deals are direct

Airlink offers direct flights

Frequent deals available

Lusaka main airports to depart from

Johannesburg main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Johannesburg used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Johannesburg

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Johannesburg

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