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Johannesburg.$436 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Jun, returning Thu, 12 Jun.Return flight with South African Airways.Outbound direct flight with South African Airways departs from Lusaka on Mon, 9 Jun, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound direct flight with South African Airways departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu, 12 Jun, arriving in Lusaka.Price includes taxes and charges.From $436, select.
Johannesburg.$506 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 May, returning Tue, 13 May.Return flight with South African Airways.Outbound direct flight with South African Airways departs from Lusaka on Tue, 6 May, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound direct flight with South African Airways departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 13 May, arriving in Lusaka.Price includes taxes and charges.From $506, select.
Johannesburg.$515 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 May, returning Sun, 8 Jun.Return flight with Proflight Zambia.Outbound direct flight with Proflight Zambia departs from Lusaka on Fri, 30 May, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound direct flight with Proflight Zambia departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sun, 8 Jun, arriving in Lusaka.Price includes taxes and charges.From $515, select.
Johannesburg.$518 per passenger.Departing Fri, 20 Jun, returning Tue, 1 Jul.Return flight with Proflight Zambia.Outbound direct flight with Proflight Zambia departs from Lusaka on Fri, 20 Jun, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound direct flight with Proflight Zambia departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 1 Jul, arriving in Lusaka.Price includes taxes and charges.From $518, select.
Johannesburg.$519 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Jul, returning Tue, 15 Jul.Return flight with Proflight Zambia.Outbound direct flight with Proflight Zambia departs from Lusaka on Wed, 2 Jul, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound direct flight with Proflight Zambia departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 15 Jul, arriving in Lusaka.Price includes taxes and charges.From $519, select.
Johannesburg.$519 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Jul, returning Wed, 27 Aug.Return flight with Proflight Zambia.Outbound direct flight with Proflight Zambia departs from Lusaka on Wed, 2 Jul, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound direct flight with Proflight Zambia departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, 27 Aug, arriving in Lusaka.Price includes taxes and charges.From $519, select.
Johannesburg.$521 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Jun, returning Sun, 10 Aug.Return flight with Proflight Zambia.Outbound direct flight with Proflight Zambia departs from Lusaka on Tue, 10 Jun, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound direct flight with Proflight Zambia departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sun, 10 Aug, arriving in Lusaka.Price includes taxes and charges.From $521, select.
Johannesburg.$541 per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 Aug, returning Sat, 23 Aug.Return flight with Proflight Zambia.Outbound direct flight with Proflight Zambia departs from Lusaka on Wed, 13 Aug, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound direct flight with Proflight Zambia departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sat, 23 Aug, arriving in Lusaka.Price includes taxes and charges.From $541, select.

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Direct flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo

Lusaka to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo: Alternative routes

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Lusaka to Johannesburg: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$436
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time2 hrs, 9 mins
Most popular airlineAirlink
Average flights per week104

Finding cheap flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Lusaka to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo is $436. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 9 minutes is the average flight time from Lusaka to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.
Airlink, South African Airways and Proflight Zambia fly direct from Lusaka to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.
As of May 2025, there are 104 flights per week flying from Lusaka to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.
The cheapest month to fly from Lusaka to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Lusaka Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport on Monday, 9 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 9 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Johannesburg is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, South African Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.

Flying from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB): what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport is 2 hours 5 minutes.

  • Lusaka and Johannesburg share the same timezone, UTC+2.

  • Flights from LUN to JNB start from 07:00 — the first with Airlink (South Africa). The latest departure is at 19:05 with Airlink (South Africa). Overall, there are 154 weekly Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flights.

  • To ensure you catch your LUN to JNB flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.

  • There's a good range of direct flights from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport to pick from. When planning your Johannesburg journey, these carriers can fly you nonstop to this exciting corner of South Africa:

  • The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Airlink (South Africa).

  • South African Airways is the most punctual carrier operating LUN to JNB flights, with 77.88% of its services arriving on schedule.

  • If you want to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between LUN and JNB:

    • RG Mugabe International Airport

    • Kigali International Airport

    • Addis Ababa Bole International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

  • Currently, $277 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $436. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Get cheap tickets from LUN to JNB by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.

  • May is the cheapest month for flights from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.

  • You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from LUN to JNB.

  • Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)

  • When it comes to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport's on-time performance, 75.34% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.

  • Kenneth Kaunda International Airport is about 26 kilometres from central Lusaka. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 50 minutes.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel close to LUN? If you're catching an early flight from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

  • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near JNB instead:

  • Pick up an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car and explore Johannesburg and beyond with your own wheels. Carwiz, Alamo and Green Motion are well-known companies to choose from here.

  • Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from O.R. Tambo International Airport about three weeks in advance of your trip.

Getting from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg

  • From O.R. Tambo International Airport, Johannesburg is approximately 29 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre by car.

  • Getting to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.

When to fly to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Johannesburg based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.

  • Lock in your flight from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport for January if you'd like to go to Johannesburg during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LUN to JNB in July. Temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) then.

Explore more of South Africa

  • Soweto is just one of the many places in South Africa waiting to be explored after you've experienced Johannesburg. Around 18 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include Mjebha Park, Tutu House - Soweto tours and Go Green Go Clean.

  • Pretoria is another sought-after destination in South Africa and is around 56 kilometres north of Johannesburg. No trip is complete without dropping by 32 Battalion Tree of Honour, Wonderpark and Viscount Memorial Wall.

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