LusakaJohannesburg, South Africa

Flights from Lusaka to Johannesburg

Nonstop flights from Lusaka (LUN) to Johannesburg (JNB) take about 2h (1,202 km). Proflight Zambia and Zambia Airways fly it. Lowest fare seen: $241 one-way, nonstop (12 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Johannesburg

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

Qatar Airways aircraft on tarmac at Johannesburg Airport with service vehicles — arriving in Johannesburg

Airport transfer

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Before you flyAirport lounges at Lusaka →1 lounge at Lusaka Airport Trains, buses and taxi faresJNB to Johannesburg: getting into town →Early arrival or late flightLuggage storage in Johannesburg →1 drop-off point

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Airlines flying Lusaka to Johannesburg

Carriers on LUN–JNB according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 12 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Proflight Zambianonstop fare seen✈ Zambia Airwaysnonstop fare seen

Lusaka to Johannesburg fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Oct 2026, from $226 one-way. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

Departing	Nonstop from	Cheaper with stops
Oct 2026	$22627 Oct 2026 · Proflight Zambia	—
Nov 2026	$2292 Nov 2026 · Zambia Airways	—
Jan 2027	$2535 Jan 2027 · Zambia Airways	—

When to go for the lowest fare

The next few weeks were the cheapest to fly: from $226 in October 2026, against $253 at best later on.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Lusaka to Johannesburg, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Johannesburg

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South Africa is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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Frequently asked questions — Lusaka to Johannesburg flights

How long is the flight from Lusaka to Johannesburg?

A nonstop flight from Lusaka (LUN) to Johannesburg (JNB) takes about 2h, covering 1,202 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.

How far is Lusaka from Johannesburg by air?

The great-circle distance between Kenneth Kaunda International Airport and O.R. Tambo International Airport is 1,202 km (747 miles), a medium-haul route.

Which airlines fly from Lusaka to Johannesburg?

Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the LUN–JNB route include Proflight Zambia and Zambia Airways. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.

How much does a flight from Lusaka to Johannesburg cost?

The lowest one-way fare seen recently on LUN–JNB was $241 USD with Proflight Zambia (nonstop), departing 13 Oct 2026, found in fare searches as of 12 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Lusaka to Johannesburg?

In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in October 2026 were cheapest, from $226 one-way, against $253 for January 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.

Do I need a visa to travel from Lusaka to South Africa?

It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter South Africa visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.

What is the best time to visit Johannesburg?

South Africa is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 12 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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