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Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi (JNB-FBM)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals from OR Tambo to Lubumbashi

Tue, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 9
Ethiopian Air Logo
8:20 - 1:20JNB-FBM
17h 00m1 stop
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14:20 - 3:55FBM-JNB
13h 35m1 stop
R7 944Ethiopian Air
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Wed, Nov 12 - Wed, Nov 12
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9:25 - 12:05JNB-FBM
2h 40mdirect
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14:40 - 0:25FBM-JNB
9h 45m2 stops
R8 152Multiple Airlines
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Tue, Feb 24 - Wed, Feb 25
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 1:20JNB-FBM
10h 50m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
2:20 - 13:05FBM-JNB
10h 45m1 stop
R8 309Ethiopian Air
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Mon, Nov 10 - Fri, Nov 21
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:40 - 13:10JNB-FBM
2h 30mdirect
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14:40 - 0:25FBM-JNB
9h 45m2 stops
R8 551Multiple Airlines
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Tue, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 9
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17:00 - 13:40JNB-FBM
20h 40m1 stop
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12:55 - 15:35FBM-JNB
2h 40mdirect
R9 748Multiple Airlines
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Tue, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 9
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:00 - 13:40JNB-FBM
20h 40m1 stop
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13:55 - 16:35FBM-JNB
2h 40mdirect
R9 766Multiple Airlines
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Thu, Dec 4 - Thu, Dec 11
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:00 - 13:40JNB-FBM
20h 40m1 stop
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12:55 - 15:35FBM-JNB
2h 40mdirect
R9 887Multiple Airlines
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Thu, Dec 18 - Wed, Dec 24
Ethiopian Air Logo
23:00 - 13:15JNB-FBM
14h 15m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
2:20 - 13:05FBM-JNB
10h 45m1 stop
R10 251Ethiopian Air
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Tue, Feb 24 - Thu, Feb 26
Air Tanzania Logo
14:15 - 14:15JNB-FBM
24h 00m3 stops
Air Tanzania Logo
14:45 - 13:15FBM-JNB
22h 30m1 stop
R11 361Air Tanzania
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Tue, Feb 24 - Thu, Feb 26
Air Tanzania Logo
14:15 - 14:15JNB-FBM
24h 00m3 stops
Air Tanzania Logo
14:45 - 13:15FBM-JNB
22h 30m1 stop
R11 379Air Tanzania
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Ethiopian Air
Cheapest • from R7 944 (return)
Airlink
Best reviews • 8,4 score
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When to book
6 weeks
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 6 weeks in advance save around 22% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 7% price drop
December
Most popular
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Cheapest return fare
R7 944
Typical prices: R6 678-R8 291
Ethiopian Air
Tue 2/12Tue 9/12
JNB - FBM • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
R16 183
Typical prices: R4 735-R8 031
Airlink
Tue 4/11Fri 7/11
JNB - FBM • Direct
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KAYAK's insights & trends for OR Tambo to Lubumbashi flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from OR Tambo to Lubumbashi to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a return flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lubumbashi?

This analysis is based on the cheapest return trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lubumbashi departing in December.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lubumbashi clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

For Johannesburg to Lubumbashi, Saturday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Sunday is the most expensive. Flying from Lubumbashi back to Johannesburg, the best deals are generally found on Monday, with Friday being the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lubumbashi?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lubumbashi, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lubumbashi is November, where tickets cost R6 678 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are January and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is R8 361 and R7 649 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lubumbashi?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lubumbashi, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lubumbashi, you should book around 6 weeks before departure, which saves you about 22% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 13 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flightR3 226
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 5% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (6% more expensive on average)
Flight from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi

When to book flights from OR Tambo to Lubumbashi

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from OR Tambo to Lubumbashi based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Johannesburg to Lubumbashi flights

  • What Special facilities are provided at the Johannesburg Tambo International Airport?

    The Tambo International airport in Johannesburg has been popular as a result of the several special facilities and services it provides to its travel customers to ensure they have a good flight to their destination. Some of these special services the airport provides include assistance to travelers with reduced mobility and the disabled and an observation deck to enhance the travelers’ view.

  • Are there hotels near Johannesburg Tambo International Airport?

    There are a couple of hotels from which you can choose to spend the night when having an early morning departure from Johannesburg Tambo International Airport. The most conveniently located hotel from the airport is the Sunrock Guesthouse which is the closest to the airport. However, you can also book a hotel at the Intercontinental Johannesburg Tambo Airport, An Ihg Hotel, opposite Int’l Arrivals Hall, Kempton Park, Gauteng. Premier Hotel Tambo, City Lodge Hotel, P eermont Mondi or At Emperors Palace, Protea Hotel by Marriott Tambo, Garden Court, and Emerald Guesthouse.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lubumbashi?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lubumbashi was R186 for a one-way ticket and R458 for a return.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Johannesburg to Lubumbashi flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi?

    SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Johannesburg and Lubumbashi, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi?

    There are direct flights from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi, South African or Airlink?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi are South African and Airlink. With an average price for the route of R6 817 and an overall rating of 7,5, South African is the most popular choice. Airlink is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of R7 620 and an overall rating of 8,4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Lubumbashi from Johannesburg is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Lubumbashi with an airline and back to Johannesburg with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Lubumbashi from Johannesburg up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lubumbashi

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for R3 393 or less one-way and R6 692 or less round-trip.
  • There are various lounges at Johannesburg Tambo International Airport where you can choose to refresh. The SLOW lounge is located at the international terminal and is open 24 hours. Bidvest Premier Lounge is located at the domestic terminal, Kempton park, which opens at 05:00 and closes at 21:00 hours.
  • Johannesburg Tambo International Airport mainly offers private taxi connections and a train network to the city centre. A ride with Johannesburg Tambo International Airport taxis lasts around 40 minutes, and the general taxi fare is approximately R600. On the other hand, the metro system takes about 20 minutes for the same trip, and a one-way ticket costs approximately R170.
  • Many airlines can offer you cheap flight tickets from Johannesburg Tambo International Airport to Lubumbashi Luano (FBM) Airport. The cheapest tickets to Lubumbashi can be found on Kenya Airways and Airlink airlines, making this trip affordable for any traveler aspiring to travel to Lubumbashi Luano Airport from Johannesburg Tambo international airport.

Prefer to fly direct from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Lubumbashi Luano?

 
Nonstop data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying nonstop from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Lubumbashi Luano.
Find which airlines fly direct from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lubumbashi Luano Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Johannesburg OR Tambo to Lubumbashi Luano

Monday

Airlink, South African

Airlink, South African

Tuesday

Airlink, South African

Airlink, South African

Wednesday

Airlink, South African

Airlink, South African

Thursday

Airlink, South African

Airlink, South African

Friday

Airlink, South African

Airlink, South African

Saturday

Airlink, South African

Airlink, South African

Sunday

Airlink, South African

Airlink, South African

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Direct returns

Lubumbashi Luano to Johannesburg OR Tambo

Monday

Airlink, South African

Airlink, South African

Tuesday

Airlink, South African

Airlink, South African

Wednesday

Airlink, South African

Airlink, South African

Thursday

Airlink, South African

Airlink, South African

Friday

Airlink, South African

Airlink, South African

Saturday

Airlink, South African

Airlink, South African

Sunday

Airlink, South African

Airlink, South African

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Reviews of the top 3 airlines flying from OR Tambo to Lubumbashi

 
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8,4
AirlinkOverall score based on 81 reviews
8,9Crew
8,3Comfort
8,3Boarding
6,6Entertainment
8,0Food
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Delayed boarding... we were kept standing in the bus for too long... the bus was packed and smelling people!!! As if it's not enough,when we finally came off the bus, we had to wait again standing in the sun waiting to board..

8,0 ExcellentAnonymous, Oct 2025JNB - HRE
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Delayed boarding... we were kept standing in the bus for too long... the bus was packed and smelling people!!! As if it's not enough,when we finally came off the bus, we had to wait again standing in the sun waiting to board..

Our flight from Kasane to JNB was delayed, which meant we missed our connection to CPT. The JNB ground staff were not helpful at first, initially insisting that our flight into JNB had been on time when in fact it was 40 minutes late. No domestic transfer staff available. So we had to wait another 3 hours for the next flight to CPT, then nearly 40 minutes for our luggage. Getting into our hotel after midnight was never in the itinerary. Airlink travel is not in our future!

+ There was a great small meal even on the short flight + They gave our kids a magazine that kept them busy because there were no screens - We didn't get a boarding pass for our infant in arms for the connecting flight

Just an short flight. So it was great. Airlink is pretty good😀

Airlink is my preferred airline for travel in South and Southern Africa. Upington international airport is small so check in and security screening is a breeze. Boarding is easy and the flight was good. Took a while to get the luggage at OR Tambo airport but all in all a nice experience

It was a great experience , it was quick and on time

this route is more expensive than you would expect. Boarding, disembarking was easy and fast. Cabin crew was friendly. Seats are small

The meal was excellent and well suited to a short journey.

Original flight was delayed due to technical issue. Very poor communication. The manager only appeared when we were climbing on board the plane.This resulted in us missing our follow on flight also with Airlink. No ticket issued from Skukuza and no assistance when we landed to address the issue. We had to make our own arrangements and go to their sales desk. Again they had no knowledge of the flight delay and of any passengers that had connecting flights. The lady (unfortunately with all the STRESS I have forgotten her name) at the counter was extremely helpful and is an excellent example of the type of employee Airlink need to promote and employ. Our luggage was in limbo due to all the missing information and assistance. We had to resort to buying extra tickets from South African Airways who were extremely helpful. I work at an airport so am familiar with its workings. I will infuture be looking for alternative flights.

Airline is the best airline experience I’ve ever had.

The food options were beef or veg, No alternatives for Hindus, that don't eat beef...

Flight was on time Seats ( business class) are terrible- you keep on slipping down as it doesn’t lie flat Food service is like economy class. Meals ( still wrapped in plastic) are just dropped in front of you

On time flight; otherwise not impressed by the check- in- purchased business class and the aircraft was downgraded; no refund given for the difference. Told I could access the lounge due to the above and was questioned by the lounge check- in person who was not friendly

Flight was cancelled with no notification until I reached the check-in desk at the airport. I also got downgraded and they lost my luggage.

Very bad. Linda the hostess was very rude all the time

Very bad, Linda the hostess was very rude all the time

The flight SA227 on 2nd March Sao Paulo to Cape Town was delayed by 3 hours. All other flights leaving Sao Paulo left on time. We were told that we were waiting for push back and a routing from Air traffic control. I don't believe this, what was the real reason for the flight delay?

I think more immigration officers at Or Tambo- I spent 90 mins in a queue before I can assisted and most people missed their appointments and meetings

Not sure it was a basic airline so nothing much to like but what was annoying was they delayed so much we missed our connecting flight and we had to almost fight to be out on the next flight and also even get food

Everything the crew werr nice and helpful plus the food was good

For a long haul flight, the seats were too narrow. Paid for extra legroom but wish I could have paid for width! I was pressed against another person for the whole donation of the flight.

Delayed flight made my day very long, but other than that KQ got me to my destination in good shape.

The nice treatment and lovely pilots who accepted my son inside for a photo.So lovely of them

Got delayed for over 24 hours. Fight was cancelled. Was put up at a nice hotel whose kitchen was unfortunately not prepared for the sudden influx of guests The headphone jacks on the seat were loose and sound kept getting dropped over the headphones. Food was good though. Certain items (Amarula) were not available for purchase over the on-plane duty free. Had been told i would pick my luggage at my final destination*wrong* had to pick it up in JFK and recheck it and then got charged for it**** too tired to argue with the Delta staff on the issue.... after a 15 hr flight.

This one is not bad even it is late, but they apologize and every time they announced the update.

I’m very disappointed for this trip and I will never travel again in this airline. In addition, I don’t recommend to any human being to travel to Kenya Airways. They keep me at Nairobi for 4 days without care. I was at Nairobi from 6 a.m Morning up to 10 a:m Thursday. For that reason, I have trouble for my work and may be I will lose my job. During for those 4 days I didn’t have my medicine, I didn’t have clothes to change because all my clothes were in my checked bags. On Thursday, when I got flight, they don’t even apologize for all consequences I had. During for those 4 days, I learned many things for this airline. It is their system to treat passengers like this because they had hundreds or thousands passengers around Nairobi waiting for their flights after their original flights cancelled. If I lose my job, I planned to file claim to the airline. This is not airline to travel with.

They weight duty free goods at check in and count the weight as carry on luggage. Results : for 4 bottles I had to opay $150. rip off. Be careful to avoid any duty free shopping at Dubai airport

The boarding was fast, the food was great; however, the seats & leg space were tight.

I enjoyed my flight I arrived safe with all my luggage

No complaints just improve on the food service. Provide enough dinner. People are complaining about that.

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