LubumbashiJohannesburg, South Africa

Flights from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg

Nonstop flights from Lubumbashi (FBM) to Johannesburg (JNB) take about 2h 31m (1,619 km). Airlink and South African Airways fly it. Lowest fare seen: $355 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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Photo of Johannesburg: Evan Bench, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

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

JNB → Johannesburg, booked before you fly

A private driver meets you in arrivals at a price agreed when you book. Book with Welcome Pickups.

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Before you flyAirport lounges at Lubumbashi →1 lounge at Lubumbashi 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 Lubumbashi to Johannesburg

Carriers on FBM–JNB according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Airlinknonstop fare seen✈ South African Airwaysnonstop fare seen

Lubumbashi to Johannesburg fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Nov 2026, from $355 one-way. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

Departing	Nonstop from	Cheaper with stops
Oct 2026	$36629 Oct 2026 · Airlink	—
Nov 2026	$3559 Nov 2026 · Airlink	—
Dec 2026	$37115 Dec 2026 · South African Airways	—

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $355 for November 2026, $371 at best after that.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Lubumbashi 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 — Lubumbashi to Johannesburg flights

How long is the flight from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg?

A nonstop flight from Lubumbashi (FBM) to Johannesburg (JNB) takes about 2h 31m, covering 1,619 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 Lubumbashi from Johannesburg by air?

The great-circle distance between Lubumbashi International Airport and O.R. Tambo International Airport is 1,619 km (1,006 miles), a medium-haul route.

Which airlines fly from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg?

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

How much does a flight from Lubumbashi to Johannesburg cost?

The lowest one-way fare seen recently on FBM–JNB was $355 USD with Airlink (nonstop), departing 9 Nov 2026, found in fare searches as of 22 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 Lubumbashi to Johannesburg?

In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in November 2026 were cheapest, from $355 one-way, against $371 for December 2026, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.

Do I need a visa to travel from Lubumbashi 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 22 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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