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

Direct flights offer convenience by reducing travel time and avoiding layovers. However, connecting flights can sometimes be more affordable, depending on the route and airline. Consider your priorities, whether it's speed or cost, when making your choice.

Can flexible travel dates help on Johannesburg to Lubumbashi flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can often lead to finding more economical flight options. Prices can vary significantly between different days of the week or even within the same week. Adjusting your departure or return by a day or two may result in savings.

What extra costs should I check before booking Johannesburg to Lubumbashi 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. Being aware of these additional fees can help you budget accurately for your trip.

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JNB - Lubumbashi
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Johannesburg to Lubumbashi: Overview

Insights for flights from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi

A typical journey from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi takes about 2h 40m, including connections. Given that most itineraries involve at least one stopover, this median duration reflects the overall travel time you can expect. For connecting flights, the median journey time extends to 19h 40m, indicating that non-stop options are significantly faster.

For those seeking cheap flights from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi, prices typically range from $679–$1289, with a median of $920. Right now, current fares are above the typical level. Deals for this route are infrequent, so setting up a price alert can be beneficial to catch better rates.

The cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi is often in September and August, with median fares around $490 for both months. November also presents a more affordable option, with a median fare of $599. These months offer a notable reduction compared to the overall median.

Most itineraries for flights from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi connect at least once, with only 15% of recent fares being non-stop. For the majority of flights that do include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2, which significantly extends the overall travel time.

The distance between Johannesburg and Lubumbashi is approximately 1619 km, classifying this as a medium-haul route. This distance typically involves a flight duration that can vary based on whether you secure a direct flight or an itinerary with one or more connections.

How much is a round trip from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi

Regular price: $289 - $405

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

The regular price range for this route is typically between 289 USD and 405 USD. The current lowest deal is 461 USD with South African Airways, for travel from November 6 to November 8.

now $461

Low $289

High $405

The cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi

The cheapest month to fly from JNB to FBM is August, with a median price of $490. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $1003. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

August

Cheapest

Flights from $490

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,003

Jan

Feb

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi

Airlink

Last-minute flights going from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lubumbashi

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lubumbashi (FBM)

Airlink

$297

$627

One-way

Fri, Oct 30

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lubumbashi

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lubumbashi (FBM)

Airlink

$383

$539

One-way

Fri, Oct 30

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lubumbashi

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lubumbashi (FBM)

Airlink

$350

$539

One-way

Fri, Oct 30

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lubumbashi

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lubumbashi (FBM)

Airlink

$300

$550

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lubumbashi

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lubumbashi (FBM)

Airlink

$292

$539

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lubumbashi

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lubumbashi (FBM)

Airlink

$315

$539

One-way

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

7 nights

Nov 4 - Nov 11

$486 → $566

16%

7 nights

Nov 1 - Nov 8

$514 → $605

18%

2 nights

Nov 6 - Nov 8

$343 → $461

35%

7 nights

Dec 6 - Dec 13

$335 → $479

43%

Popular Airports to fly from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi

Johannesburg - Lubumbashi route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi are above the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

September and August are historically cheapest.

Historically, September ($490) and August ($490) offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 2h 40m.

Direct flights to Lubumbashi typically take 2h 40m, while connecting flights average 19h 40m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant.

Only 15% of recent flights from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi are direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

Airlink offers direct flights.

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

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route.

Deals for flights from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi are historically rare.

Johannesburg main airports to depart from

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~21 km from Johannesburg (reachable by car or train).

💸 Flights from ~$440

Lubumbashi main airports to arrive at

Lubumbashi International (FBM)

Cheapest

Lubumbashi International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Johannesburg.

📍 ~11 km from Lubumbashi (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$431

Airports nearby Lubumbashi used as alternative

Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International (NLA)

This major international airport in the Zambian Copperbelt offers frequent regional connections, but requires a border crossing.

📍 ~135 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$528

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Lubumbashi

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Best Elite deals to Lubumbashi

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From JNB

Elite

Oct 27

Lubumbashi, Democratic Republic of the Congo

66% AI deal score

$1,442

$1,286

Save $156

South African Airways

Business Class

From JNB

Elite

Oct 27

Lubumbashi, Democratic Republic of the Congo

47% AI deal score

$1,278

South African Airways

Business Class

From JNB

Elite

Oct 31

Lubumbashi, Democratic Republic of the Congo

47% AI deal score

$1,409

South African Airways

Business Class

From JNB

Elite

Oct 31

Lubumbashi, Democratic Republic of the Congo

47% AI deal score

$1,409

South African Airways

Business Class

From JNB

Elite

Dec 11

Lubumbashi, Democratic Republic of the Congo

46% AI deal score

$1,284

South African Airways

Business Class

From JNB

Elite

Dec 03

Lubumbashi, Democratic Republic of the Congo

46% AI deal score

$1,303

South African Airways

Business Class

From JNB

Elite

Mar 01

Lubumbashi, Democratic Republic of the Congo

45% AI deal score

$1,260

South African Airways

Business Class

From JNB

Elite

Jan 17

Lubumbashi, Democratic Republic of the Congo

45% AI deal score

$1,304

South African Airways

Business Class

From JNB

Elite

Oct 30

Lubumbashi, Democratic Republic of the Congo

43% AI deal score

$1,540

South African Airways

Business Class

From JNB

Elite

Nov 24

Lubumbashi, Democratic Republic of the Congo

41% AI deal score

$1,303

South African Airways

Business Class

From JNB

Elite

Oct 29

Lubumbashi, Democratic Republic of the Congo

41% AI deal score

$1,767

South African Airways

Business Class

From JNB

Elite

Oct 27

Lubumbashi, Democratic Republic of the Congo

40% AI deal score

$1,767

South African Airways

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Lubumbashi

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Using flight comparison sites can help you compare options from various providers. Looking into different airlines may also reveal better deals.

Booking flights in advance often provides more options and potentially better prices. However, last-minute deals can sometimes appear, though they are less common. It's generally recommended to monitor prices over a period before your desired travel.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes uncover different flight options or prices. While not always necessary, it may offer alternative routes that could be more convenient or cost-effective. Always consider the additional travel time and cost to and from these alternative airports.

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Johannesburg to Lubumbashi: Overview

Insights for flights from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi

How much is a round trip from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi

Regular price: $289 - $405

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

The regular price range for this route is typically between 289 USD and 405 USD. The current lowest deal is 461 USD with South African Airways, for travel from November 6 to November 8.

now $461

Low $289

High $405

The cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi

August

Cheapest

Flights from $490

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,003

Jan

Feb

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi

Airlink

Last-minute flights going from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lubumbashi

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lubumbashi (FBM)

Airlink

$297

$627

One-way

Fri, Oct 30

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lubumbashi

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lubumbashi (FBM)

Airlink

$383

$539

One-way

Fri, Oct 30

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lubumbashi

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lubumbashi (FBM)

Airlink

$350

$539

One-way

Fri, Oct 30

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lubumbashi

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lubumbashi (FBM)

Airlink

$300

$550

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lubumbashi

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lubumbashi (FBM)

Airlink

$292

$539

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lubumbashi

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lubumbashi (FBM)

Airlink

$315

$539

One-way

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

7 nights

Nov 4 - Nov 11

$486 → $566

16%

7 nights

Nov 1 - Nov 8

$514 → $605

18%

2 nights

Nov 6 - Nov 8

$343 → $461

35%

7 nights

Dec 6 - Dec 13

$335 → $479

43%

Popular Airports to fly from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi

Johannesburg - Lubumbashi route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi are above the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

September and August are historically cheapest.

Historically, September ($490) and August ($490) offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 2h 40m.

Direct flights to Lubumbashi typically take 2h 40m, while connecting flights average 19h 40m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant.

Only 15% of recent flights from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi are direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

Airlink offers direct flights.

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

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route.

Deals for flights from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi are historically rare.

Johannesburg main airports to depart from

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~21 km from Johannesburg (reachable by car or train).

💸 Flights from ~$440

Lubumbashi main airports to arrive at

Lubumbashi International (FBM)

Cheapest

Lubumbashi International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Johannesburg.

📍 ~11 km from Lubumbashi (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$431

Airports nearby Lubumbashi used as alternative

Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International (NLA)

This major international airport in the Zambian Copperbelt offers frequent regional connections, but requires a border crossing.

📍 ~135 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$528

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Lubumbashi

Discover luxury on the budget with premium cabin class on flights from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi.

Elite

Best Elite deals to Lubumbashi

Exclusive daily First Class, Business Class, and Premium Economy flight deals, refreshed every 24 hours.

From JNB

Elite

Oct 27

Lubumbashi, Democratic Republic of the Congo

66% AI deal score

$1,442

$1,286

Save $156

South African Airways

Business Class

From JNB

Elite

Oct 27

Lubumbashi, Democratic Republic of the Congo

47% AI deal score

$1,278

South African Airways

Business Class

From JNB

Elite

Oct 31

Lubumbashi, Democratic Republic of the Congo

47% AI deal score

$1,409

South African Airways

Business Class

From JNB

Elite

Oct 31

Lubumbashi, Democratic Republic of the Congo

47% AI deal score

$1,409

South African Airways

Business Class

From JNB

Elite

Dec 11

Lubumbashi, Democratic Republic of the Congo

46% AI deal score

$1,284

South African Airways

Business Class

From JNB

Elite

Dec 03

Lubumbashi, Democratic Republic of the Congo

46% AI deal score

$1,303

South African Airways

Business Class

From JNB

Elite

Mar 01

Lubumbashi, Democratic Republic of the Congo

45% AI deal score

$1,260

South African Airways

Business Class

From JNB

Elite

Jan 17

Lubumbashi, Democratic Republic of the Congo

45% AI deal score

$1,304

South African Airways

Business Class

From JNB

Elite

Oct 30

Lubumbashi, Democratic Republic of the Congo

43% AI deal score

$1,540

South African Airways

Business Class

From JNB

Elite

Nov 24

Lubumbashi, Democratic Republic of the Congo

41% AI deal score

$1,303

South African Airways

Business Class

From JNB

Elite

Oct 29

Lubumbashi, Democratic Republic of the Congo

41% AI deal score

$1,767

South African Airways

Business Class

From JNB

Elite

Oct 27

Lubumbashi, Democratic Republic of the Congo

40% AI deal score

$1,767

South African Airways

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Lubumbashi

Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi

Today’s best flight deals from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi

Johannesburg to Lubumbashi: Overview

Insights for flights from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi

How much is a round trip from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi

The cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi

Direct flights from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi

Last-minute flights going from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi

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

Popular Airports to fly from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi

Johannesburg - Lubumbashi route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

September and August are historically cheapest.

Direct flights take 2h 40m.

Connecting flights are dominant.

Airlink offers direct flights.

Deals are rare for this route.

Johannesburg main airports to depart from

Lubumbashi main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Lubumbashi used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Lubumbashi

Best Elite deals to Lubumbashi

Oct 27

Oct 27

Oct 31

Oct 31

Dec 11

Dec 03

Mar 01

Jan 17

Oct 30

Nov 24

Oct 29

Oct 27

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Lubumbashi

How can I find cheap flights from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi?

When should I book flights from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi?

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

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

Can flexible travel dates help on Johannesburg to Lubumbashi flights?

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

Related routes

More routes from Johannesburg

Flights to Lubumbashi from other cities

Johannesburg to Lubumbashi: Overview

Insights for flights from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi

How much is a round trip from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi

The cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi

Direct flights from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi

Last-minute flights going from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi

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

Popular Airports to fly from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi

Johannesburg - Lubumbashi route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

September and August are historically cheapest.

Direct flights take 2h 40m.

Connecting flights are dominant.

Airlink offers direct flights.

Deals are rare for this route.

Johannesburg main airports to depart from

Lubumbashi main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Lubumbashi used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Lubumbashi

Best Elite deals to Lubumbashi

Oct 27

Oct 27

Oct 31

Oct 31

Dec 11

Dec 03

Mar 01

Jan 17

Oct 30

Nov 24

Oct 29

Oct 27

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Lubumbashi

How can I find cheap flights from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi?

When should I book flights from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi?

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