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Cheapest return prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours
Lusaka
LusakadirectR4 474
Livingstone
Livingstone1 stopR4 544
Lusaka
LusakadirectR4 474
Livingstone
Livingstone1 stopR4 544

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

Fr, Aug 15 - Fr, Aug 22
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:10 - 12:30JNB-LUN
2h 20mdirect
Ethiopian Air Logo
7:20 - 9:25LUN-JNB
2h 05mdirect
R4 474Ethiopian Air
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Fr, Aug 15 - Mi, Aug 27
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:10 - 12:30JNB-LUN
2h 20mdirect
Ethiopian Air Logo
7:25 - 10:10LUN-JNB
2h 45mdirect
R4 491Ethiopian Air
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Mi, Okt 8 - Fr, Okt 10
South African Logo
19:35 - 21:35JNB-LUN
2h 00mdirect
South African Logo
13:30 - 15:30LUN-JNB
2h 00mdirect
R4 879South African
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Fr, Aug 15 - Fr, Aug 22
Proflight Zambia Logo
14:00 - 16:00JNB-LUN
2h 00mdirect
Proflight Zambia Logo
8:15 - 10:15LUN-JNB
2h 00mdirect
R5 231Proflight Zambia
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Fr, Jul 18 - Mo, Aug 18
Proflight Zambia Logo
14:00 - 16:00JNB-LUN
2h 00mdirect
Proflight Zambia Logo
8:15 - 10:15LUN-JNB
2h 00mdirect
R5 407Proflight Zambia
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Do, Nov 20 - Sa, Nov 22
Zambia Airways Logo
19:25 - 21:35JNB-LUN
2h 10mdirect
Zambia Airways Logo
16:20 - 18:30LUN-JNB
2h 10mdirect
R5 566Zambia Airways
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Fr, Aug 15 - Mi, Aug 27
Airlink Logo
11:30 - 13:30JNB-LUN
2h 00mdirect
Airlink Logo
7:30 - 9:35LUN-JNB
2h 05mdirect
R6 429Airlink
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Mi, Aug 13 - Mo, Aug 18
Airlink Logo
10:50 - 12:35JNB-LVI
1h 45mdirect
Airlink Logo
13:15 - 15:00LVI-JNB
1h 45mdirect
R6 816Airlink
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Fr, Aug 15 - Fr, Aug 22
South African Logo
14:30 - 12:40DUR-LUN
22h 10m1 stop
South African Logo
6:40 - 14:50LUN-DUR
8h 10m1 stop
R7 045South African
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Do, Jul 17 - Di, Jul 22
Zambia Airways Logo
19:50 - 10:55JNB-LVI
15h 05m1 stop
Zambia Airways Logo
11:25 - 19:05LVI-JNB
7h 40m1 stop
R8 119Zambia Airways
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What is the cheapest flight to Zambia?

These are the best return prices found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.

The cheapest ticket to Zambia from South Africa found in the last 72 hours was to Lusaka, at R257 return. The most popular route is Durban (DUR) to Lusaka (LUN) and the cheapest return airline ticket found on this route in the last 72 hours was R257.

How much is a flight to Zambia?

The average and cheapest price for all round-trip flights to Zambia from each origin found by users searching on KAYAK in the last month.

A flight to Zambia costs R5 704 on average. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was R2 685 for the route Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB) to Lusaka (LUN). The most popular routes on KAYAK are Johannesburg to Lusaka which costs R6 701 on average, and Cape Town to Livingstone, which costs R13 482 on average.

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What is the cheapest month to fly from South Africa to Zambia?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from South Africa to Zambia, 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 South Africa to Zambia is July, when tickets cost R7 450 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are April and December, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is R8 401 and R8 014 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from South Africa to Zambia?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights to Zambia, 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 South Africa to Zambia, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 4 weeks before departure.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Zambia?

Prices will differ depending on the departure airport, but generally, the cheapest airport to fly to in Zambia is Lusaka Airport (LUN), with an average flight price of R3 026.


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Low seasonMay
High seasonDecember
Cheapest flightR2 607
Best time to beat the crowds (3% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 4% lower on average.
Flight from OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg to Lusaka

FAQs - booking Zambia flights

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from South Africa to Zambia?

    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 South Africa to Zambia.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from South Africa to Zambia 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 South Africa to Zambia?

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

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

    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 from South Africa to Zambia up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • What is the cheapest day to fly to Zambia?

    Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to Zambia is Wednesday when return tickets can be as cheap as R5 426. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Sunday, when return prices are R7 849 on average.

  • What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Zambia?

    The cheapest time of day to fly to Zambia is generally at night, when round-trip flights cost R273 on average. Morning departures are around 38% cheaper than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Zambia is generally in the evening, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is R464.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Zambia

  • Looking for cheap airfare to Zambia? 25% of our users found return tickets to Zambia for the following prices or less: From Johannesburg OR Tambo R5 728, from Cape Town R7 131
  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Zambia flight deals.

Reviews of the top 3 airlines flying to Zambia

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from South Africa to Zambia? 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.
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AirlinkOverall score based on 72 reviews
8,0Food
6,6Entertainment
8,9Crew
8,5Boarding
8,3Comfort
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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

i send you separate claim of what happens ,I buy ticketed from you and you said that it is confirmed and shall send the ticket in 24 hrs but you did not send and when we go to Ethiopian air line counter they say it is pending and we dont know why ,and we forced to buy another ticket ,and this all because Ethiopian air lines canceled the return flight from Adi Ababa to Amman, please note that we buy all the tickets through your app and hold you responsible for all loss and discomfort.

It was wonderful best Air lines covert and all very happy with their service they have been very helpful and friendly

Very bad experience flight was over 5 hours delayed 😑 not a chance to be put on another flight we had to stay at the hotel we lost 2 days on our vacation. Never again I will fligh with Ethiopian airlines.

Terrible customer service I lost my bag luggage and I still haven’t received any information

I liked nothing of Ethiopian airlines except the price of the fare.

Food was really not appealing. There was a blocked sink in the toilet. Toilet is cramped and the wall between the 2 toilets are not secured properly.

I felt all of the food tasted the same. And we had five meals over the 16 hrs in the air.

Plane was late with no information or announcement … had to walk up n downstairs.., had not communicated this … and ppl had suitcase to carry .

The food needs to improve especially the fish as there where only 3 fish cubes in my plate.

I have been flew with ET since 2013 and I wish the service can be reach standard airlines as Star Alliance member please ET you need to improve many thing on the services learn from SQ and other member

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