Are there direct flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg?

Yes, direct flights are available from Lusaka to Johannesburg. In the trailing 90 days, approximately 49.8% of all observed flights on this route were direct. For flights that included stopovers, the median number of stopovers was typically one.

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, covering a distance of 1202 kilometers. Flights with one stopover generally have a significantly longer duration, with a median flight time of approximately 10 hours and 20 minutes. This difference highlights the convenience of direct options for this route.

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

Historically, cheap flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg are considered to come up frequently. This route is known for its consistent availability of more affordable options, based on observations across the trailing quarter. Travelers typically find opportunities for good value on this route with regularity.

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August 26 - August 30

Cheapest

LUN - Johannesburg

$380

$403

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December 5 - December 13

Best

LUN - Johannesburg

$489

$404

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November 9 - November 12

LUN - Johannesburg

$365

$405

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August 16 - August 18

LUN - Johannesburg

$274

$409

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September 10 - September 13

LUN - Johannesburg

$257

$409

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September 4 - September 7

LUN - Johannesburg

$255

$409

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October 2 - October 4

LUN - Johannesburg

$252

$409

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December 21 - December 28

LUN - Johannesburg

$389

$409

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August 1 - August 13

Earliest

LUN - Johannesburg

$236

$410

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September 27 - September 29

LUN - Johannesburg

$259

$410

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Lusaka to Johannesburg: Overview

Insights for flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg

For cheap flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg, the most affordable month to fly is typically April, with a median fare of $322. Other cost-effective options include March, where the median fare is $328, and February, with a median of $338. Planning your trip around these months can lead to more favorable prices.

Fares for flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg typically range from $360–$740, with a median 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 finding a particularly low fare might require some flexibility or advance planning. New deals appear almost daily for this route.

When considering a flight from Lusaka to Johannesburg, a meaningful share of itineraries are non-stop, while the rest typically involve one connection. Specifically, 49.8% of recent fares were for direct flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg. This means you have a good chance of finding a non-stop option, but connecting flights are also a common alternative.

A typical journey from Lusaka to Johannesburg, including connections, takes about 2h 5m. For non-stop flights, the median duration is also 2h 5m. If your itinerary includes a connection, the typical journey time extends to 13h 35m, so it is important to consider the impact of layovers on your total travel time.

The distance between Lusaka and Johannesburg is approximately 1202 kilometers. This classifies the route as a short-haul flight, meaning you can expect a relatively brief travel experience between these two cities.

How much is a round trip from Lusaka to Johannesburg

Regular price: $331 - $418

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg is $331 to $418. The current lowest deal is $296 with kiwi for travel from Aug 14-Aug 21.

now $296

Low $331

High $418

The cheapest time to fly from Lusaka to Johannesburg

The cheapest month to fly from Lusaka 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

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Direct flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg

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Last-minute flights going from Lusaka to Johannesburg

Mon, Jul 13

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Johannesburg

Lusaka (LUN) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Qatar Airways

$388

$648

One-way

Tue, Jul 14

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Johannesburg

Lusaka (LUN) - Johannesburg (JNB)

South African Airways

$283

$420

One-way

Tue, Jul 14

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Johannesburg

Lusaka (LUN) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Qatar Airways

$336

$647

One-way

Wed, Jul 15

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Johannesburg

Lusaka (LUN) - Johannesburg (JNB)

$327

$355

One-way

Thu, Jul 16

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Johannesburg

Lusaka (LUN) - Johannesburg (JNB)

South African Airways

$250

$413

One-way

Thu, Jul 16

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Johannesburg

Lusaka (LUN) - Johannesburg (JNB)

South African Airways

$280

$419

One-way

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

7 nights

Dec 23 - Dec 30

$512 → $444

13%

5 nights

Jul 10 - Jul 15

$352 → $362

7 nights

Dec 21 - Dec 28

$395 → $411

3 nights

Dec 11 - Dec 14

$382 → $410

Popular Airports to fly from Lusaka to Johannesburg

Lusaka - Johannesburg route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level at $296

Recent fares from Lusaka to Johannesburg are below the typical level, with deals around $296.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in January for prices around $319

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly, with median prices around $319.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 2h 5m

Direct flights to Johannesburg typically take 2h 5m, while connecting flights average 13h 35m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Airlink offers direct flights

Airlink provides direct flights on this route, with nearly half of all recent flights being direct.

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Airlink has direct flights

Airlink offers direct flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg, making it a convenient option.

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Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg are frequent, appearing often in a 30-day window.

Lusaka main airports to depart from

Kenneth Kaunda International (LUN)

Cheapest

Departing from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) offers direct access to Johannesburg.

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

💸 Flights from ~$296

Johannesburg main airports to arrive at

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$296

Lanseria International (HLA)

Lanseria International Airport offers another arrival option for your trip from Lusaka to Johannesburg.

📍 ~32 km from Johannesburg city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$801

Airports nearby Johannesburg used as alternative

Durban International (DUR)

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

📍 ~500 km from Johannesburg (significant travel distance, approx. 5-6 hours by road)

💸 Flights from ~$537

Maputo International (MPM)

Maputo International is a major international gateway with good regional and international route connectivity.

📍 ~450 km from Johannesburg (requires an international border crossing into Mozambique)

💸 Flights from ~$737

Sir Seretse Khama International (GBE)

Cheapest

Sir Seretse Khama International is a capital city airport and the closest international alternative to Johannesburg.

📍 ~300 km from Johannesburg (requires crossing the border into Botswana)

💸 Flights from ~$457

Kruger Mpumalanga International (MQP)

Kruger Mpumalanga International is a well-established regional airport without requiring an international border crossing.

📍 ~350 km from Johannesburg

💸 Flights from ~$596

Bloemfontein (BFN)

Bloemfontein is a stable domestic hub offering multiple cabin classes and straightforward domestic transit.

📍 ~400 km from Johannesburg

💸 Flights from ~$568

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Johannesburg

Johannesburg, South Africa

38% AI deal score

$13,960

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 average price of $725. These trends are based on observations across the trailing quarter.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Lusaka to Johannesburg was considered to be around $360 or less. The median price for this route during the same period was $537. Prices observed in the upper quartile reached approximately $740, indicating higher costs for some bookings.

Historically, April has shown the cheapest flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg, with a median price of $322. March also offered competitive prices, with a median of $328. February, while listed as one of the cheapest, had a median price of $338, which was also identified as the most expensive month in a broader annual view, suggesting price variability within the month.

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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

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 below the typical level at $296

Fly in January for prices around $319

Direct flights take 2h 5m

Airlink offers direct flights

Airlink has 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

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Johannesburg

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