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2026-11-06 – 2026-11-11
CPT - Lusaka
48% AI deal score
$441
$582
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2026-09-02 – 2026-09-06
CPT - Lusaka
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CPT - Lusaka
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2026-11-16 – 2026-11-25
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Cape Town to Lusaka: Overview

Insights for flights from Cape Town to Lusaka

Flights from Cape Town to Lusaka cover a distance of 2,296 kilometers, classifying this as a medium-haul route. This distance means you will typically experience a longer journey, often involving connections, to reach your destination.

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Cape Town to Lusaka, fares typically range from $424 to $716, with a median price of $597. Right now, current fares are near the typical level, and approximately 50% of recent fares were considered a good price. New deals appear almost daily for this route.

If you are wondering when is the cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Lusaka, the data indicates that February is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $393. Following closely are April, with a median fare of $407, and March, where the median fare is $424.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, as 0% of recent fares were non-stop. For those connecting, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

A typical journey from Cape Town to Lusaka, including connections, takes approximately 11 hours and 55 minutes. This duration reflects the need for stopovers on most itineraries.

How much is a round trip from Cape Town to Lusaka

Regular price: $415 - $744

Prices for flights from Cape Town to Lusaka are currently within the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from Cape Town to Lusaka typically range from 415 USD to 744 USD. The current lowest deal is 514 USD with Proflight Zambia, for travel from September 5 to September 12.

now $514

Low $415

High $744

The cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Lusaka

The cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Lusaka is February, with a median price of $393. The most expensive month is January, with a median price of $1541. Prices are generally lower from February to September.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $393

January

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,541

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Direct flights from Cape Town to Lusaka

Proflight Zambia

Last-minute flights going from Cape Town to Lusaka

Tue, Jul 28

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Lusaka

Cape Town (CPT) - Lusaka (LUN)

Safair, Proflight Zambia

$663

$687

One-way

Tue, Jul 28

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Lusaka

Cape Town (CPT) - Lusaka (LUN)

Safair, Proflight Zambia

$629

$711

One-way

Tue, Jul 28

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Lusaka

Cape Town (CPT) - Lusaka (LUN)

Safair, Proflight Zambia

$599

$711

One-way

Tue, Jul 28

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Lusaka

Cape Town (CPT) - Lusaka (LUN)

Safair, Proflight Zambia

$599

$711

One-way

Wed, Jul 29

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Lusaka

Cape Town (CPT) - Lusaka (LUN)

Proflight Zambia

$706

$1,135

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Lusaka

Cape Town (CPT) - Lusaka (LUN)

Kenya Airways

$593

$1,040

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Cape Town to Lusaka

3 nights

Aug 14 - Aug 17

$584 → $599

7 nights

Jul 28 - Aug 4

$663 → $687

6 nights

Aug 18 - Aug 24

$552 → $583

7 nights

Sep 5 - Sep 12

$482 → $514

Popular Airports to fly from Cape Town to Lusaka

Cape Town - Lusaka route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares from CPT to LUN are near the typical level of $597.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically the cheapest month

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from CPT to LUN, with a median price of $393.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typical flight time is 11h 55m

The typical flight time for connecting flights from CPT to LUN is 11h 55m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Proflight Zambia offers deals

Proflight Zambia has offered deals on this route, including a recent fare of $514.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals on flights from CPT to LUN appear frequently, with 50% considered good prices.

Cape Town main airports to depart from

Cape Town International (CPT)

Cheapest

Cape Town International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Lusaka.

📍 ~18 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$522

Lusaka main airports to arrive at

Kenneth Kaunda International (LUN)

Cheapest

Arrive at Lusaka's main international airport, ideal for direct access to the city and surrounding areas.

📍 ~15 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$522

Airports nearby Lusaka used as alternative

Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International (NLA)

Consider this airport for domestic and regional routes, offering reliable infrastructure and consistent flight schedules.

📍 ~300 km from Lusaka (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$722

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Lusaka

70% AI deal score

$2,336

$1,998

Save $338

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Lusaka

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Using flight comparison websites can help you see various options. Looking into different airlines and booking in advance may also uncover better deals.

Booking flights in advance often provides more options and potentially better prices. Prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time may help you identify a good booking window. Weekday bookings sometimes offer different pricing compared to weekends.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes reveal alternative flight options or different pricing. While not always necessary, it may be a strategy to consider if you are looking for more choices. Always factor in the additional travel time and cost to reach a different airport.

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Cape Town to Lusaka: Overview

Insights for flights from Cape Town to Lusaka

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, as 0% of recent fares were non-stop. For those connecting, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

A typical journey from Cape Town to Lusaka, including connections, takes approximately 11 hours and 55 minutes. This duration reflects the need for stopovers on most itineraries.

How much is a round trip from Cape Town to Lusaka

Regular price: $415 - $744

Prices for flights from Cape Town to Lusaka are currently within the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from Cape Town to Lusaka typically range from 415 USD to 744 USD. The current lowest deal is 514 USD with Proflight Zambia, for travel from September 5 to September 12.

now $514

Low $415

High $744

The cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Lusaka

February

Cheapest

Flights from $393

January

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,541

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