Are there direct flights from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg?

Yes, direct flights are available from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg. Historically, approximately 30.2% of flights on this route have been direct. For flights that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers was 2, based on data from the trailing 90 days.

What's the flight time from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg?

The typical direct flight time from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg is 2 hours and 40 minutes, covering a distance of 1619 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median flight duration is considerably longer, averaging 11 hours and 5 minutes. This represents a significant difference in travel time compared to direct routes.

Should I set a price alert for Lubumbashi to Johannesburg flights?

Yes, it is advisable to set a price alert for flights from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg. This route is classified as having regular price fluctuations. Monitoring prices can help travelers identify opportune moments to book their flights.

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2026-07-22 – 2026-07-29
FBM - Johannesburg
70% AI deal score
$527
$447
Round trip
2026-08-21 – 2026-08-28
FBM - Johannesburg
79% AI deal score
$635
$447
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2026-10-14 – 2026-10-21
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2026-09-02 – 2026-09-19
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$528
$448
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2026-10-04 – 2026-10-18
FBM - Johannesburg
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$555
$448
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2026-08-30 – 2026-09-06
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$448
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2026-08-27 – 2026-08-31
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65% AI deal score
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2026-11-27 – 2026-11-29
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2026-11-25 – 2026-11-29
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78% AI deal score
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Lubumbashi to Johannesburg: Overview

Insights for flights from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg

For those planning cheap flights from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg, February stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $352. November also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $377. Travelers can find somewhat higher, but still reasonable, fares in July, where the median price is $555.

Right now, fares for flights from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg typically range from $458 to $1005, with a median price of $681. Current fares are significantly below the typical level, indicating potential savings for travelers. New deals show up several times a week, suggesting opportunities to find favorable prices.

When flying from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg, most itineraries connect at least once, with only 30.2% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

A typical journey from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg takes approximately 12h 0m, including connections. This duration reflects the prevalence of connecting itineraries on this route.

The flight distance between Lubumbashi and Johannesburg is 1619 kilometers, classifying this as a medium-haul route.

How much is a round trip from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg

Regular price: $514 - $657

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

The regular price range for this route is typically between $514 and $657. The current lowest deal is $444 with Kenya Airways, for travel from Sep 23-Sep 30.

now $444

Low $514

High $657

The cheapest time to fly from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg

The cheapest month to fly from FBM to JNB is February, with a median price of $352. The most expensive month is September, with a median price of $1143. Prices are generally lower from February to December.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $352

September

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,143

Feb

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg

Airlink

Last-minute flights going from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg

Sun, Jul 26

⌛ Last-Minute

FBM - Johannesburg

Lubumbashi (FBM) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Kenya Airways

$569

$448

One-way

Sun, Jul 26

⌛ Last-Minute

FBM - Johannesburg

Lubumbashi (FBM) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Airlink

$376

$499

One-way

Tue, Jul 28

⌛ Last-Minute

FBM - Johannesburg

Lubumbashi (FBM) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Airlink

$378

$491

One-way

Thu, Jul 30

⌛ Last-Minute

FBM - Johannesburg

Lubumbashi (FBM) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Airlink

$378

$491

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

FBM - Johannesburg

Lubumbashi (FBM) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Ethiopian Airlines

$738

$585

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

FBM - Johannesburg

Lubumbashi (FBM) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Airlink

$449

$499

One-way

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

7 nights

Aug 3 - Aug 10

$696 → $448

36%

3 nights

Aug 14 - Aug 17

$684 → $453

34%

5 nights

Jan 4 - Jan 9

$681 → $451

34%

7 nights

Aug 7 - Aug 14

$668 → $448

33%

Popular Airports to fly from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg

Lubumbashi - Johannesburg route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg are below the typical level at $444.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $352.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights are typically 12h 0m

The typical flight duration from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg is 12h 0m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Connecting flights make up 69.8% of options, with 2 median stopovers when connecting.

🏆 Airline highlight

Airlink offers direct flights

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

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly for this route

Deals for flights from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg appear regularly, so check often.

Lubumbashi main airports to depart from

Lubumbashi International (FBM)

Cheapest

Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM) is the cheapest option for flights from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg.

📍 ~10 km from Lubumbashi (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$452

Johannesburg main airports to arrive at

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

O. R. Tambo International is the primary airport for flights to Johannesburg from Lubumbashi.

📍 ~25 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$452

Airports nearby Johannesburg used as alternative

Durban International (DUR)

Cheapest

Durban International is a major international hub, offering comprehensive cabin classes and reliable connectivity for South Africa.

📍 ~480 km from Johannesburg (reachable by car, approx. 5-6 hours travel time)

💸 Flights from ~$589

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Johannesburg

39% AI deal score

$1,601

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Johannesburg

Historically, booking flights from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg 14-27 days in advance has typically yielded the lowest prices. During this period, the average price was around $531. In contrast, booking 7-13 days out saw average prices rise to $583. Prices for bookings made 28-59 days in advance were significantly higher, averaging $1200.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg is considered to be $458 or less. The median price for this route was $681. Prices can go higher, with 75% of observed prices being $1005 or less.

Historically, February has been the cheapest month to fly from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg, with a median price of $352. November also offered competitive prices, with a median of $377. The annual median price for this route across the trailing quarter was $681, indicating that certain months can offer significant savings.

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Lubumbashi to Johannesburg: Overview

Insights for flights from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg

When flying from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg, most itineraries connect at least once, with only 30.2% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

A typical journey from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg takes approximately 12h 0m, including connections. This duration reflects the prevalence of connecting itineraries on this route.

The flight distance between Lubumbashi and Johannesburg is 1619 kilometers, classifying this as a medium-haul route.

How much is a round trip from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg

Regular price: $514 - $657

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

The regular price range for this route is typically between $514 and $657. The current lowest deal is $444 with Kenya Airways, for travel from Sep 23-Sep 30.

now $444

Low $514

High $657

The cheapest time to fly from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg

February

Cheapest

Flights from $352

September

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,143

Feb

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg

Airlink

Last-minute flights going from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg

Sun, Jul 26

⌛ Last-Minute

FBM - Johannesburg

Lubumbashi (FBM) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Kenya Airways

$569

$448

One-way

Sun, Jul 26

⌛ Last-Minute

FBM - Johannesburg

Lubumbashi (FBM) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Airlink

$376

$499

One-way

Tue, Jul 28

⌛ Last-Minute

FBM - Johannesburg

Lubumbashi (FBM) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Airlink

$378

$491

One-way

Thu, Jul 30

⌛ Last-Minute

FBM - Johannesburg

Lubumbashi (FBM) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Airlink

$378

$491

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

FBM - Johannesburg

Lubumbashi (FBM) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Ethiopian Airlines

$738

$585

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

FBM - Johannesburg

Lubumbashi (FBM) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Airlink

$449

$499

One-way

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

7 nights

Aug 3 - Aug 10

$696 → $448

36%

3 nights

Aug 14 - Aug 17

$684 → $453

34%

5 nights

Jan 4 - Jan 9

$681 → $451

34%

7 nights

Aug 7 - Aug 14

$668 → $448

33%

Popular Airports to fly from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg