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What is the cheapest month to fly to Zambia?
The cheapest month to fly to Zambia from South Africa is in January. Flight prices, which tend to average around R4 726, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel to Zambia during the month of January, then flying in February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R4 762.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Zambia?
According to our data, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly to Zambia from South Africa. The lowest ticket price found for a Wednesday departure recently was R4 996. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. Flights from South Africa to Zambia on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around R5 784. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Zambia?
The cheapest time of day to fly to Zambia is in the evening when flights can be purchased for as low as R4 872. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the afternoon when prices are R8 257 on average. Flights to Zambia from South Africa in the afternoon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.
What is the cheapest South Africa to Zambia flight route?
Fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Lusaka for the best South Africa - Zambia flight prices
How far in advance should I book a flight to Zambia?
You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Zambia from South Africa when booking 4 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Zambia for around R5 015 when searching 4 weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Zambia from South Africa for as low as R4 869 on momondo.
What cabin class options are available on South Africa to Zambia flights?
There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on South Africa to Zambia flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from South Africa to Zambia?
Zambia Airways, Proflight Zambia, and South African are the most popular carriers operating from South Africa to Zambia
Which airlines fly to Zambia?
South African, Ethiopian Air and Airlink are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Zambia from South Africa according to our data. South African is the first choice among our users, with 32% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Zambia. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to Zambia on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.
How many flights depart from South Africa to Zambia on average per day?
As of June 2025, 21 flights take off from South Africa and land in Zambia each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 10:00, with 75% of daily flights taking off at midday.
How many flights depart from South Africa to Zambia on average per week?
151 flights are operational weekly from South Africa to Zambia as of June 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Tue, with 17% of flights per week taking off on this day.
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When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to Zambia?
Prices for flights from South Africa to Zambia were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to Zambia?
There are 8 operators available for flights from South Africa to Zambia as of June 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to Zambia?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from South Africa to Zambia.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Zambia?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Zambia can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Zambia. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from South Africa to Zambia?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from South Africa to Zambia is Boeing 737-700 Passenger/BBJ1 (winglets) (19,32% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Embraer 190 (19,01%), Airbus A320-100/200 (14,67%), and Embraer EMB-135BJ Legacy 600/650 (12,00%).
Best airlines flying from South Africa to Zambia
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| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom R3 128 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8,2 114 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom R3 855 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7,5 34 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom R4 128 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8,0 1 review | |||
| PriceFrom R4 497 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7,2 781 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom R4 728 | Free Cancellation | Rating 9,0 2 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom R4 895 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7,1 27 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom R5 324 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8,6 70 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom R6 986 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6,9 266 reviews |
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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from South Africa to Zambia?
Finding the right flight to Zambia from South Africa is quick and easy when you have a range of options in front of you, from reputable agents and recognisable airlines. Options that can then be filtered down to find the best fit. That is what momondo does. We make finding flights to Zambia quick and easy, saving you time and money.
Can I find flights from South Africa to Zambia with flexible booking policies on momondo?
momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Zambia from South Africa which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.
How can momondo help me find flights from South Africa to Zambia?
momondo helps you find the best flight between South Africa and Zambia by providing filters to narrow your choice of flights to those matching your criteria. You can select flights based on numerous factors such as price, departure and landing times, airport and airline.
I’m not ready to book a flight from South Africa to Zambia right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
If you are simply researching potential flights to Zambia, momondo offers a useful price alert feature which will track prices for flights to Zambia from South Africa and alert you when they change.