Are direct flights from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg always the best option?

Direct flights offer convenience and save time, but they are not always the most budget-friendly choice. Connecting flights, while longer, can sometimes be significantly cheaper. Consider your priorities for cost versus travel duration when making your decision.

Can flexible travel dates help on Lubumbashi to Johannesburg flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact the price of your flight. Flying during off-peak seasons or on weekdays, rather than weekends, often results in lower fares. Adjusting your departure or return by even a few days may yield savings.

What extra costs should I check before booking Lubumbashi to Johannesburg flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. Factor these into your total travel budget to avoid surprises.

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Lubumbashi to Johannesburg: Overview

Insights for flights from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg

For those seeking cheap flights from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg, November and July stand out as the most affordable months to fly, both with a median fare of $331. April is also a strong contender, with a median fare of $335. These months offer significantly lower prices compared to the overall median for the route.

Fares for flights from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg typically range from $871–$1497, with a median of $1042. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Only 7% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding deals can be challenging.

When considering direct flights from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg, it's important to note that only 3% of recent itineraries are non-stop. This means most itineraries connect at least once, with a typical journey involving 2 stopovers.

A typical journey from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg takes approximately 2h 40m, including connections. This duration accounts for the fact that most itineraries involve at least one stopover. The non-stop flight time is also 2h 40m, but direct options are rare.

The distance between Lubumbashi and Johannesburg is 1619 kilometers, classifying this as a medium-haul route. This distance is covered by flights that predominantly include connections, influencing the overall travel time.

How much is a round trip from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg

Regular price: $483 - $636

Prices for flights from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg is between $483 and $636. The current lowest deal is $518 with Kenya Airways for travel from Mar 31-Apr 7.

now $518

Low $483

High $636

The cheapest time to fly from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg

The cheapest month to fly from FBM to JNB is July, with a median price of $331. The most expensive month is October, with a median price of $1112. Prices are generally lower from April to November.

July

Cheapest

Flights from $331

October

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,112

Apr

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Direct flights from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg

Airlink

Last-minute flights going from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

FBM - Johannesburg

Lubumbashi (FBM) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Airlink

$444

$572

One-way

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

FBM - Johannesburg

Lubumbashi (FBM) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Airlink

$428

$572

One-way

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

FBM - Johannesburg

Lubumbashi (FBM) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Kenya Airways

$610

$518

One-way

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

FBM - Johannesburg

Lubumbashi (FBM) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Kenya Airways

$608

$518

One-way

Thu, Oct 29

⌛ Last-Minute

FBM - Johannesburg

Lubumbashi (FBM) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Airlink

$486

$572

One-way

Thu, Oct 29

⌛ Last-Minute

FBM - Johannesburg

Lubumbashi (FBM) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Airlink

$435

$572

One-way

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

7 nights

Nov 13 - Nov 20

$624 → $476

24%

7 nights

Nov 15 - Nov 22

$615 → $476

23%

2 nights

Nov 13 - Nov 15

$666 → $532

20%

7 nights

Nov 22 - Nov 29

$592 → $476

20%

Popular Airports to fly from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg

Lubumbashi - Johannesburg route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg are above the typical level historically.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in November for the best prices

Historically, November and July are the cheapest months to fly from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 2h 40m

The typical direct flight duration from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg is 2 hours and 40 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are common

Only 3% of recent flights from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg are direct, with 2 stopovers typical.

🏆 Airline highlight

Airlink offers direct flights

Airlink is one airline that has offered direct flights on the Lubumbashi to Johannesburg route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals for flights from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg are historically rare, so book when you see a good price.

Lubumbashi main airports to depart from

Lubumbashi International (FBM)

Cheapest

Lubumbashi International is the cheapest option for flights from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg.

📍 ~11 km from Lubumbashi (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$451

Johannesburg main airports to arrive at

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

O. R. Tambo International Airport is a primary gateway for flights from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg.

📍 ~21 km from Johannesburg city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$454

Airports nearby Johannesburg used as alternative

Durban International (DUR)

Durban International is a major international hub, offering comprehensive cabin classes and reliable connectivity, despite the travel distance.

📍 ~500 km from Johannesburg (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$662

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Johannesburg

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Best Elite deals to Johannesburg

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From FBM

Elite

Nov 07

Johannesburg, South Africa

40% AI deal score

$1,666

South African Airways

Business Class

From FBM

Elite

Nov 13

Johannesburg, South Africa

39% AI deal score

$1,625

South African Airways

Business Class

From FBM

Elite

Dec 03

Johannesburg, South Africa

39% AI deal score

$1,625

South African Airways

Business Class

From FBM

Elite

Dec 21

Johannesburg, South Africa

39% AI deal score

$1,641

South African Airways

Business Class

From FBM

Elite

Nov 04

Johannesburg, South Africa

39% AI deal score

$1,667

South African Airways

Business Class

From FBM

Elite

Dec 10

Johannesburg, South Africa

39% AI deal score

$1,667

South African Airways

Business Class

From FBM

Elite

Nov 11

Johannesburg, South Africa

38% AI deal score

$1,625

South African Airways

Business Class

From FBM

Elite

Dec 28

Johannesburg, South Africa

38% AI deal score

$1,665

South African Airways

Business Class

From FBM

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Dec 13

Johannesburg, South Africa

38% AI deal score

$1,671

South African Airways

Business Class

From FBM

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Nov 15

Johannesburg, South Africa

37% AI deal score

$1,625

South African Airways

Business Class

From FBM

Elite

Nov 20

Johannesburg, South Africa

37% AI deal score

$1,641

South African Airways

Business Class

From FBM

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Nov 22

Johannesburg, South Africa

37% AI deal score

$1,641

South African Airways

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Johannesburg

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across various airlines and booking platforms can often reveal better deals. Setting up price alerts may also help you catch drops in fares.

Booking in advance, typically several weeks or months before your intended travel date, can often lead to better prices. However, last-minute deals can sometimes appear, so it's wise to monitor fare fluctuations. Mid-week bookings may also offer slight advantages.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes uncover more economical flight options. While it may add to your ground travel time, the potential savings on airfare can be significant. Always factor in the total cost and convenience.

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Lubumbashi to Johannesburg: Overview

Insights for flights from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg

How much is a round trip from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg

Regular price: $483 - $636

Prices for flights from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg is between $483 and $636. The current lowest deal is $518 with Kenya Airways for travel from Mar 31-Apr 7.

now $518

Low $483

High $636

The cheapest time to fly from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg

The cheapest month to fly from FBM to JNB is July, with a median price of $331. The most expensive month is October, with a median price of $1112. Prices are generally lower from April to November.

July

Cheapest

Flights from $331

October

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,112

Apr

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Direct flights from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg

Airlink

Last-minute flights going from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

FBM - Johannesburg

Lubumbashi (FBM) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Airlink

$444

$572

One-way

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

FBM - Johannesburg

Lubumbashi (FBM) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Airlink

$428

$572

One-way

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

FBM - Johannesburg

Lubumbashi (FBM) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Kenya Airways

$610

$518

One-way

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

FBM - Johannesburg

Lubumbashi (FBM) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Kenya Airways

$608

$518

One-way

Thu, Oct 29

⌛ Last-Minute

FBM - Johannesburg

Lubumbashi (FBM) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Airlink

$486

$572

One-way

Thu, Oct 29

⌛ Last-Minute

FBM - Johannesburg

Lubumbashi (FBM) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Airlink

$435

$572

One-way

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

7 nights

Nov 13 - Nov 20

$624 → $476

24%

7 nights

Nov 15 - Nov 22

$615 → $476

23%

2 nights

Nov 13 - Nov 15

$666 → $532

20%

7 nights

Nov 22 - Nov 29

$592 → $476

20%

Popular Airports to fly from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg

Lubumbashi - Johannesburg route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg are above the typical level historically.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in November for the best prices

Historically, November and July are the cheapest months to fly from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 2h 40m

The typical direct flight duration from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg is 2 hours and 40 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are common

Only 3% of recent flights from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg are direct, with 2 stopovers typical.

🏆 Airline highlight

Airlink offers direct flights

Airlink is one airline that has offered direct flights on the Lubumbashi to Johannesburg route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals for flights from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg are historically rare, so book when you see a good price.

Lubumbashi main airports to depart from

Lubumbashi International (FBM)

Cheapest

Lubumbashi International is the cheapest option for flights from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg.

📍 ~11 km from Lubumbashi (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$451

Johannesburg main airports to arrive at

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

O. R. Tambo International Airport is a primary gateway for flights from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg.

📍 ~21 km from Johannesburg city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$454

Airports nearby Johannesburg used as alternative

Durban International (DUR)

Durban International is a major international hub, offering comprehensive cabin classes and reliable connectivity, despite the travel distance.

📍 ~500 km from Johannesburg (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$662

Johannesburg, South Africa

37% AI deal score

$1,641

South African Airways

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Johannesburg

Cheap Flights from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg

Today’s best flight deals from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg

Lubumbashi to Johannesburg: Overview

Insights for flights from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg

How much is a round trip from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg

The cheapest time to fly from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg

Direct flights from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg

Last-minute flights going from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg

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

Popular Airports to fly from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg

Lubumbashi - Johannesburg route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in November for the best prices

Direct flights average 2h 40m

Connecting flights are common

Airlink offers direct flights

Deals are rare for this route

Lubumbashi main airports to depart from

Johannesburg main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Johannesburg used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Johannesburg

Best Elite deals to Johannesburg

Nov 07

Nov 13

Dec 03

Dec 21

Nov 04

Dec 10

Nov 11

Dec 28

Dec 13

Nov 15

Nov 20

Nov 22

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Johannesburg

How can I find cheap flights from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg?

When should I book flights from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg?

Are direct flights from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Lubumbashi to Johannesburg flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Lubumbashi to Johannesburg flights?

Related routes

Flights to Johannesburg from other cities

Lubumbashi to Johannesburg: Overview

Insights for flights from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg

How much is a round trip from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg

The cheapest time to fly from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg

Direct flights from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg

Last-minute flights going from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg

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

Popular Airports to fly from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg

Lubumbashi - Johannesburg route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in November for the best prices

Direct flights average 2h 40m

Connecting flights are common

Airlink offers direct flights

Deals are rare for this route

Lubumbashi main airports to depart from

Johannesburg main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Johannesburg used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Johannesburg

Best Elite deals to Johannesburg

Nov 07

Nov 13

Dec 03

Dec 21

Nov 04

Dec 10

Nov 11

Dec 28

Dec 13

Nov 15

Nov 20

Nov 22

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Johannesburg

How can I find cheap flights from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg?

When should I book flights from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg?

Are direct flights from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg always the best option?