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R3 449 Find Cheap Flights from Lusaka to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg

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Cheap Flights from Lusaka to OR Tambo (LUN-JNB)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Lusaka to OR Tambo 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 Lusaka to OR Tambo

Thu, Sep 11 - Mon, Sep 15
South African Logo
6:40 - 8:40LUN-JNB
2h 00mdirect
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19:35 - 21:35JNB-LUN
2h 00mdirect
R5 148South African
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Mon, Sep 1 - Sat, Sep 6
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7:25 - 9:30LUN-JNB
2h 05mdirect
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19:50 - 22:35JNB-LUN
2h 45mdirect
R5 201Zambia Airways
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Thu, Sep 11 - Thu, Sep 18
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16:20 - 19:05LUN-JNB
2h 45mdirect
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19:50 - 22:35JNB-LUN
2h 45mdirect
R5 236Zambia Airways
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Fri, Oct 3 - Fri, Oct 10
South African Logo
6:40 - 8:40LUN-JNB
2h 00mdirect
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10:40 - 12:40JNB-LUN
2h 00mdirect
R5 289South African
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Thu, Nov 20 - Sun, Nov 30
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8:15 - 10:15LUN-JNB
2h 00mdirect
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14:00 - 16:00JNB-LUN
2h 00mdirect
R5 678Proflight Zambia
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Fri, Sep 12 - Fri, Sep 12
Proflight Zambia Logo
8:15 - 10:15LUN-JNB
2h 00mdirect
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14:00 - 16:00JNB-LUN
2h 00mdirect
R5 749Proflight Zambia
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Tue, Sep 9 - Fri, Sep 12
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10:25 - 12:30LUN-JNB
2h 05mdirect
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7:45 - 9:45JNB-LUN
2h 00mdirect
R6 421Airlink
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Thu, Sep 11 - Mon, Sep 15
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7:30 - 9:35LUN-JNB
2h 05mdirect
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11:30 - 13:30JNB-LUN
2h 00mdirect
R6 793Airlink
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Wed, Oct 15 - Sat, Oct 18
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13:10 - 13:15LUN-JNB
24h 05m2 stops
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14:15 - 14:15JNB-LUN
24h 00m2 stops
R6 987Air Tanzania
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Fri, Oct 3 - Fri, Oct 10
Air Tanzania Logo
15:05 - 13:15LUN-JNB
22h 10m1 stop
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14:15 - 14:15JNB-LUN
24h 00m2 stops
R7 164Air Tanzania
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Lusaka to OR Tambo flights

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

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

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Lusaka to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg?

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

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg on a Monday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to fly from Lusaka to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Wednesday and avoiding Sundays for the best deals.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, 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 Lusaka to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is February, where tickets cost R4 935 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and August, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is R5 855 and R5 837 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Lusaka to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of R9 795, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, 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 Lusaka to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, you should book around 12 weeks before departure, which saves you about 13% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 23 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flightR3 449
Best time to beat the crowds (3% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (7% more expensive on average)
Flight from Lusaka to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg

When to book flights from Lusaka to OR Tambo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Lusaka to OR Tambo based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Lusaka to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg flights

  • Which airlines fly from Kenneth Kuanda International Airport?

    National air carriers from the following nations serve Lusaka’s international airport - Botswana, Namibia, United Arab Emirates, Ethiopia, Kenya, Malawi, and Angola. Other airlines include Fastjet from Zimbabwe and Airlink, and South African Airways from South Africa. Flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg include Cemair, Airlink, Kenya Airways, Proflight Zambia, and RwandAir. Airlink, Rwandair, Proflight Zambia, and Cemair offer direct flights and Kenya Airways has a stop in Nairobi.

  • Is there somewhere to relax at OR Tambo Airport if I am travelling further on another flight?

    If OR Tambo International Airport is not your final destination, why not use one of the airport lounges. The various lounges in the International departures terminals include the lounges hosted by South African Airways, British Airways, Emirates, Air France, Swissair, and Virgin Atlantic. Other lounges on offer are Bidvest Premier Lounge and Menzies Shongololo Lounge. There are more lounges in the domestic terminal, which include lounges run by South African Airways and British Airways, as well as Menzies Mashonza Lounge, and Bidvest’s two lounges. The costs vary between R300,00 and R500,00.  

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Lusaka to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport was R195 for a one-way ticket and R291 for a return.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Lusaka to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg?

    The Embraer 190 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Lusaka to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Lusaka to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg?

    SkyTeam, oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Lusaka and OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Lusaka to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg?

    There are direct flights from Lusaka to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg, South African or Zambia Airways?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg are South African and Zambia Airways. With an average price for the route of R5 434 and an overall rating of 7,6, South African is the most popular choice. Zambia Airways is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of R5 476 and an overall rating of 6,0.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Lusaka to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg?

    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 Lusaka to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Lusaka to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg from Lusaka 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 Lusaka to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg?

    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 OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg with an airline and back to Lusaka with another airline.

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

    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 OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg from Lusaka 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 Lusaka to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for R3 573 or less one-way and R5 282 or less round-trip.
  • Kenneth Kaunda International Airport is also known as Lusaka International Airport. This can be confusing as there is a smaller airport for light aircraft called Lusaka City Airport. Make sure you're at the correct airport.
  • Kenneth Kuanda Airport is about 25 kilometres away from the central business district of Lusaka, which takes around 15-20 minutes. Taxis are the only available transport to the airport. They are meter-based but generally cost around ZMW 420,00 (about ZAR 450,00).
  • There are a few modes of public transport at OR Tambo International Airport. Metered taxi services can be arranged from the Airports Company South Africa information desk in the airport. Taxi rides to Johannesburg city centre are around R600,00. The Gautrain rapid rail system runs every 12 minutes and is open from 05:15 to 22:00 every day with rides to the city centre costing around R200,00. Gautrain Station is located in the international departures terminal, up the escalator.

Prefer to fly direct from Lusaka to Johannesburg OR Tambo?

 
Nonstop data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying nonstop from Lusaka to Johannesburg OR Tambo.
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Direct departures

Lusaka to Johannesburg OR Tambo

Monday

Air France, Airlink, British Airways, +10 more

Air France, Airlink, +11 more

Tuesday

Air France, Airlink, British Airways, +10 more

Air France, Airlink, +11 more

Wednesday

Air France, Airlink, British Airways, +10 more

Air France, Airlink, +11 more

Thursday

Air France, Airlink, British Airways, +9 more

Air France, Airlink, +10 more

Friday

Air France, Airlink, British Airways, +10 more

Air France, Airlink, +11 more

Saturday

Air France, Airlink, British Airways, +10 more

Air France, Airlink, +11 more

Sunday

Air France, Airlink, British Airways, +9 more

Air France, Airlink, +10 more

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Direct returns

Johannesburg OR Tambo to Lusaka

Monday

Air France, Airlink, British Airways, +10 more

Air France, Airlink, +11 more

Tuesday

Air France, Airlink, British Airways, +10 more

Air France, Airlink, +11 more

Wednesday

Air France, Airlink, British Airways, +10 more

Air France, Airlink, +11 more

Thursday

Air France, Airlink, British Airways, +9 more

Air France, Airlink, +10 more

Friday

Air France, Airlink, British Airways, +10 more

Air France, Airlink, +11 more

Saturday

Air France, Airlink, British Airways, +10 more

Air France, Airlink, +11 more

Sunday

Air France, Airlink, British Airways, +10 more

Air France, Airlink, +11 more

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Reviews of the top 4 airlines flying from Lusaka to OR Tambo

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Lusaka to Johannesburg. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Lusaka to OR Tambo? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8,6
AirlinkOverall score based on 75 reviews
8,3Comfort
8,9Crew
8,5Boarding
6,6Entertainment
8,0Food
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+ 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

10,0 ExcellentJohannes, Jun 2025CPT - JNB
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+ 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.

My flight was good no comments Crew members were good Flight on schedule even earlier at some point Thanks

Easy boarding, smooth flight, friendly and helpful attendants. As with every other airline, there isn't enough leg room to be comfortable. Food was adequate.

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

POSITIVES The hostesses were mostly pleasant, NEGATIVES The full flight wifi was horrible, hardly able to use it. My charger port was not working which made me use my neighbour's port which resulted in an accident which ruined her flight. During dinner, meat ran out when the cart got to us forcing us to eat vegetarian which was not great. We watched everyone around us eating meat. My wifi did not transfer to the second leg of my trip as they promised as they changed the plane. I was thrown off the window seat I booked for the 2nd leg of my journey as they changed planes, all done at my expense. This was not a cheap flight ($2600) which i hurriedly had to book to attend my mother's funeral who passed away suddenly. I was honestly disappointed with the whole saga as I heard Ethiopian Airlines was one of Africa's best.

Delays delays making us miss or next connection to IAD hence having to stay additional 24 hrs in Addis Ababa

Checking in wasn't organized, too many so-called diplomats were jumping line while everyone was waiting in line. They should have their own line not to impede on other passengers that was also waiting to be served. We all paid money and there should be no discrimination because everyone's money should have the same value diplomat or not! If they want to give diplomats some special treatment then let them create their own check in desk and not treat other passengers some that are (elderly, some with children, pregnant women) making them stand longer in line than necessary just because people are jumping line 😡

It was an old aircraft, stiff seats almost wooden chairs with thin cushions. Food was ok.

The flight is packed and it feels like the space per individual has gotten smaller. Excruciating for a 14hr flight.

Were not told that carryon laggage has to be only 12 kgs but my bag was heavier asked to pay an additional $550.00. I could have upgraded to a bussiness class for that price and no one at the gate to upgrade but able to take money for the extra weight. I felt like this was a setup scam.

Forgotten Suite inside of the top compartment but went back to ask and they didn’t leave at the lost and found place. Also the checking in was so horrible. I had multi city and one of the passenger saint have visa go go go Dubai. The Ethiopian airlines never had information about requirement for US permanent resident so couldn’t go to Dubai. And when coming back to US we were told we can not use our Addis to Washington ticket and they forced us to get new ticket. Very horrible experience.

I had a comfortable seat that makes my trip wonderful. I appreciate the Ethiopia crew, they were very helpful

worst was delayed luggage. could see luggage was still in Singapore but they insist I wait till all luggage are unloaded before filing a report. took 2 days to arrive and I had to collect it myself from the airport

Im if Ethiopian can allow customers to use their mileage for in flight connexion it will be great.

The boarding gate closed too early, I missed my flight and they knew I had checked in, they took off 30 minutes earlier without 4 passengers

Our entire flights luggage was lost, and still not found with no follow up regarding it. The chairs had no headrests, and leg room was mediocre. The drinks we all sugary with no sugar free alternative.

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