Are there direct flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg?

Yes, direct flights are available from Lusaka to Johannesburg. Historically, approximately 49.8% of flights on this route have been direct. For journeys involving one or more stops, the median number of stopovers was typically one. Travelers have a good chance of finding a direct option for this route.

How many hours is the flight from Lusaka to Johannesburg?

A direct flight from Lusaka to Johannesburg typically takes about 2 hours and 5 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median duration extends significantly to approximately 10 hours and 20 minutes. The distance covered on this route is 1202 kilometers. Travelers should account for these differences in flight time when planning their journey.

How often do cheap flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg come up?

Historically, cheap flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg have come up with frequent regularity. This route is classified as one where deals appear often. Travelers can typically expect to find favorable pricing opportunities with some consistency. This indicates a relatively active market for deals on this specific route.

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LUN - Johannesburg
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Lusaka to Johannesburg: Overview

Insights for flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg

For those planning cheap flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg, April stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $322. Other cost-effective options include March, where the median fare is $328, and February, with a median of $338. These months offer the best opportunities for budget-conscious travelers.

Fares for flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg typically range from $360–$740, with a median price of $537. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Only 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that deals are not currently abundant. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting that frequent checks could yield better prices.

When considering your journey, a meaningful share of itineraries are non-stop, while the rest typically connect once. This means you have options for both direct and connecting services, allowing you to balance convenience with potential cost savings. Approximately 49.8% of recent fares were for direct flights, offering a quicker travel experience.

A typical journey from Lusaka to Johannesburg takes about 2h 5m. This duration reflects the non-stop flight time, as direct flights are a significant portion of the available options. For itineraries that include connections, the median travel time extends to 13h 35m, so choosing a direct flight can significantly reduce your travel duration.

The distance between Lusaka and Johannesburg is 1202 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. This relatively short distance contributes to the quick flight times, especially for direct services, making it a convenient route for regional travel.

How much is a round trip from Lusaka to Johannesburg

Regular price: $368 - $446

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

The regular price range for flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg is USD 368 to USD 446. The current lowest deal is USD 400 with Air Tanzania for travel from Sep 13 to Sep 16.

now $400

Low $368

High $446

The cheapest time to fly from Lusaka to Johannesburg

The cheapest month to fly from Lilongwe to Johannesburg is January, with a median price of $319. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $671. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $319

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $671

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg

Airlink

Last-minute flights going from Lusaka to Johannesburg

Wed, Aug 26

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Johannesburg

Lusaka (LUN) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Airlink

$384

$447

One-way

Wed, Aug 26

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Johannesburg

Lusaka (LUN) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Ethiopian Airlines

$367

$486

One-way

Wed, Aug 26

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Johannesburg

Lusaka (LUN) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Qatar Airways

$475

$647

One-way

Fri, Aug 28

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Johannesburg

Lusaka (LUN) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Qatar Airways

$416

$647

One-way

Mon, Aug 31

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Johannesburg

Lusaka (LUN) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Qatar Airways

$398

$647

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Johannesburg

Lusaka (LUN) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Proflight Zambia

$265

$425

One-way

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

7 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 17

$489 → $410

16%

7 nights

Dec 25 - Jan 1

$494 → $421

15%

8 nights

Dec 23 - Dec 31

$487 → $421

14%

6 nights

Dec 13 - Dec 19

$493 → $430

13%

Popular Airports to fly from Lusaka to Johannesburg

Lusaka - Johannesburg route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Lusaka to Johannesburg are above the typical level at $400.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in April for the lowest prices

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

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 2h 5m

Direct flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg typically take 2 hours and 5 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are available

Approximately 49.8% of recent flights on this route are direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

Airlink offers direct flights

Airlink provides direct service on the Lusaka to Johannesburg route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights between Lusaka and Johannesburg are frequently available.

Lusaka main airports to depart from

Kenneth Kaunda International (LUN)

Cheapest

Kenneth Kaunda International Airport is a great choice for flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg.

📍 ~15 km from Lusaka city center

💸 Flights from ~$296

Johannesburg main airports to arrive at

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

O. R. Tambo International is a convenient arrival airport for flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg.

📍 ~21 km from Johannesburg (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$296

Airports nearby Johannesburg used as alternative

Durban International (DUR)

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$534

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From LUN

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Nov 20

Johannesburg, South Africa

77% AI deal score

$1,974

$1,151

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Kenya Airways

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From LUN

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Sep 01

Johannesburg, South Africa

76% AI deal score

$1,917

$1,218

Save $699

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Business Class

From LUN

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Sep 14

Johannesburg, South Africa

74% AI deal score

$1,629

$1,147

Save $482

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Business Class

From LUN

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Dec 06

Johannesburg, South Africa

74% AI deal score

$1,672

$1,151

Save $521

Kenya Airways

Business Class

From LUN

Elite

Oct 20

Johannesburg, South Africa

73% AI deal score

$1,636

$1,147

Save $489

Kenya Airways

Business Class

From LUN

Elite

Jan 06

Johannesburg, South Africa

68% AI deal score

$1,500

$1,147

Save $353

Kenya Airways

Business Class

From LUN

Elite

Sep 07

Johannesburg, South Africa

68% AI deal score

$1,942

$1,472

Save $470

Kenya Airways

Business Class

From LUN

Elite

Sep 07

Johannesburg, South Africa

67% AI deal score

$1,908

$1,472

Save $436

Kenya Airways

Business Class

From LUN

Elite

Sep 07

Johannesburg, South Africa

67% AI deal score

$1,849

$1,472

Save $377

Kenya Airways

Business Class

From LUN

Elite

Dec 28

Johannesburg, South Africa

66% AI deal score

$1,731

$1,470

Save $261

Kenya Airways

Business Class

From LUN

Elite

Oct 25

Johannesburg, South Africa

66% AI deal score

$1,745

$1,470

Save $275

Kenya Airways

Business Class

From LUN

Elite

Dec 28

Johannesburg, South Africa

65% AI deal score

$1,679

$1,470

Save $209

Kenya Airways

Business Class

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 within 0-6 days of departure saw average prices rise to $557, while booking 28-59 days out showed an even higher average of $725. Planning your trip within this 14-27 day window generally offers more favorable pricing.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Lusaka to Johannesburg was considered to be around $360. The median price for this route during the same period was $537. Prices can vary, with 75% of observed fares being $740 or less. Aiming for a price at or below $360 would typically represent a good value.

Historically, April, March, and February have offered some of the cheapest flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg. April typically sees a median price of $322, while March has a median of $328. February also presented a median price of $338. These months tend to be more affordable compared to the annual median price of $537 for this route.

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Lusaka to Johannesburg: Overview

Insights for flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg

How much is a round trip from Lusaka to Johannesburg

Regular price: $368 - $446

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

The regular price range for flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg is USD 368 to USD 446. The current lowest deal is USD 400 with Air Tanzania for travel from Sep 13 to Sep 16.

now $400

Low $368

High $446

The cheapest time to fly from Lusaka to Johannesburg

January

Cheapest

Flights from $319

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $671

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg

Airlink

Last-minute flights going from Lusaka to Johannesburg

Wed, Aug 26

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Johannesburg

Lusaka (LUN) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Airlink

$384

$447

One-way

Wed, Aug 26

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Johannesburg

Lusaka (LUN) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Ethiopian Airlines

$367

$486

One-way

Wed, Aug 26

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Johannesburg

Lusaka (LUN) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Qatar Airways

$475

$647

One-way

Fri, Aug 28

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Johannesburg

Lusaka (LUN) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Qatar Airways

$416

$647

One-way

Mon, Aug 31

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Johannesburg

Lusaka (LUN) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Qatar Airways

$398

$647

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Johannesburg

Lusaka (LUN) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Proflight Zambia

$265

$425

One-way

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

7 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 17

$489 → $410

16%

7 nights

Dec 25 - Jan 1

$494 → $421

15%

8 nights

Dec 23 - Dec 31

$487 → $421

14%

6 nights

Dec 13 - Dec 19

$493 → $430

13%

Popular Airports to fly from Lusaka to Johannesburg

Lusaka - Johannesburg route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Lusaka to Johannesburg are above the typical level at $400.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in April for the lowest prices

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

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 2h 5m

Direct flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg typically take 2 hours and 5 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are available

Approximately 49.8% of recent flights on this route are direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

Airlink offers direct flights

Airlink provides direct service on the Lusaka to Johannesburg route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights between Lusaka and Johannesburg are frequently available.

Lusaka main airports to depart from

Kenneth Kaunda International (LUN)

Cheapest

Kenneth Kaunda International Airport is a great choice for flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg.

📍 ~15 km from Lusaka city center

💸 Flights from ~$296

Johannesburg main airports to arrive at

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

O. R. Tambo International is a convenient arrival airport for flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg.

📍 ~21 km from Johannesburg (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$296

Airports nearby Johannesburg used as alternative

Durban International (DUR)

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

Johannesburg, South Africa

65% AI deal score

$1,679

$1,470

Save $209

Kenya Airways

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Johannesburg

Cheap Flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg

Today’s best flight deals from Lusaka to Johannesburg

Lusaka to Johannesburg: Overview

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 are above the typical level

Fly in April for the lowest prices

Direct flights average 2h 5m

Direct flights are available

Airlink offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

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

Best Elite deals to Johannesburg

Nov 20

Sep 01

Sep 14

Dec 06

Oct 20

Jan 06

Sep 07

Sep 07

Sep 07

Dec 28

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Johannesburg

When is the best time to book flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg?

How much should a flight from Lusaka to Johannesburg cost?

Which months have the cheapest flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg?

Are there direct flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg?

How many hours is the flight from Lusaka to Johannesburg?

How often do cheap flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg come up?

Related routes

More routes from Lusaka

Flights to Johannesburg from other cities

Lusaka to Johannesburg: Overview

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 are above the typical level

Fly in April for the lowest prices

Direct flights average 2h 5m

Direct flights are available

Airlink offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

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

Best Elite deals to Johannesburg

Nov 20

Sep 01

Sep 14

Dec 06

Oct 20

Jan 06

Sep 07

Sep 07

Sep 07

Dec 28

Oct 25

Dec 28

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Johannesburg

When is the best time to book flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg?

How much should a flight from Lusaka to Johannesburg cost?

Which months have the cheapest flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg?