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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Lusaka to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo flights are currently cheapest in April.

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Compare routes from Lusaka to Johannesburg below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.

Lusaka to Johannesburg: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 3,511
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time2 hrs, 9 mins
Most popular airlineAirlink
Average flights per week114

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 R 5,380. 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 April 2025, there are 114 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 October.
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 Friday, 10 October 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.

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

  • Expect to be in the skies for 2 hours 4 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. Lusaka and Johannesburg are in the same timezone (UTC+2).

  • Choose from 154 weekly flights from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. The 06:15 departure with Airlink (South Africa) is the earliest flight you can take from LUN to JNB. Naysa operates the latest service of the day at 19:25 if you'd rather not get up at the crack of dawn.

  • Flying during a peak time such as June? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Visiting Johannesburg (and then discovering more of South Africa!) is easy with RwandAir. This popular airline offers direct flights from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport.

  • If you prefer a stopover for your flight from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and look at all your options. These are the top stopovers between LUN and JNB:

    • Addis Ababa Bole International Airport

    • Kigali International Airport

    • RG Mugabe International Airport

  • Remember, you might need a visa to enter South Africa. Visa regulations vary and travel documentation requirements are constantly changing. Before organising your cheap ticket from LUN to JNB, be sure to check with your carrier and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for up-to-date information.

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

  • R 3,511 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. A return flight starts at R 5,380. These fares may change depending on availability.

  • To get your hands on cheap tickets from LUN to JNB, reserve your journey 9 months ahead of the departure date.

  • Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.

  • Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from LUN to JNB. You don't need to check back in every day to see if prices have dropped. We'll tell you when there's a change in price.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport.

Handy information about Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)

  • Located around 26 kilometres from the centre of Lusaka, Kenneth Kaunda International Airport can be reached in about 41 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 48 minutes.

  • After an easy way to start to your break? Stay near LUN. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:

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

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

  • O.R. Tambo International Airport to the centre of Johannesburg is around 29 minutes by car. It's approximately 29 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour and 12 minutes.

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

  • It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Johannesburg. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.

  • Lock in your flight from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport for January if you want to go to Johannesburg during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC and 30ºC.

  • Look for cheap tickets from LUN to JNB in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC and 20ºC on average.

More about Johannesburg

  • Start your Johannesburg trip right by finding an amazing stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from LUN to JNB, check out our selection of accommodation options including:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Constitution Hill, Maboneng Precinct and Johannesburg Zoo are leading attractions which should feature on any good Johannesburg itinerary.

Complete your Johannesburg trip with hotels and a car rental

  • Once you've secured your cheap ticket to O.R. Tambo International Airport, browse the lowest prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one go to get the best car rental price for your Johannesburg getaway.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.