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Flight deals from Cape Town to Lusaka

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Cape Town to Lusaka? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.
Lusaka.C$629 per passenger.Departing Tue, Apr 8, returning Fri, Apr 11.Round-trip flight with South African Airways and Proflight Zambia.Outbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departing from Cape Town on Tue, Apr 8, arriving in Lusaka.Inbound indirect flight with Proflight Zambia, departing from Lusaka on Fri, Apr 11, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$629, select.
Lusaka.C$635 per passenger.Departing Sat, Jun 7, returning Sat, Jun 14.Round-trip flight with South African Airways and Proflight Zambia.Outbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departing from Cape Town on Sat, Jun 7, arriving in Lusaka.Inbound indirect flight with Proflight Zambia, departing from Lusaka on Sat, Jun 14, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$635, select.
Lusaka.C$655 per passenger.Departing Mon, Mar 17, returning Wed, Mar 26.Round-trip flight with South African Airways.Outbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departing from Cape Town on Mon, Mar 17, arriving in Lusaka.Inbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departing from Lusaka on Wed, Mar 26, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$655, select.
Lusaka.C$656 per passenger.Departing Thu, Apr 24, returning Thu, May 1.Round-trip flight with South African Airways.Outbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departing from Cape Town on Thu, Apr 24, arriving in Lusaka.Inbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departing from Lusaka on Thu, May 1, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$656, select.
Lusaka.C$656 per passenger.Departing Sat, Apr 26, returning Mon, Jun 2.Round-trip flight with South African Airways.Outbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departing from Cape Town on Sat, Apr 26, arriving in Lusaka.Inbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departing from Lusaka on Mon, Jun 2, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$656, select.
Lusaka.C$741 per passenger.Departing Sat, Jun 28, returning Fri, Jul 4.Round-trip flight with Airlink and Proflight Zambia.Outbound indirect flight with Airlink, departing from Cape Town on Sat, Jun 28, arriving in Lusaka.Inbound indirect flight with Proflight Zambia, departing from Lusaka on Fri, Jul 4, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$741, select.
Lusaka.C$794 per passenger.Departing Sun, May 25, returning Mon, Jun 2.Round-trip flight with South African Airways and Proflight Zambia.Outbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departing from Cape Town on Sun, May 25, arriving in Lusaka.Inbound indirect flight with Proflight Zambia, departing from Lusaka on Mon, Jun 2, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$794, select.
Lusaka.C$795 per passenger.Departing Fri, Jul 4, returning Fri, Jul 11.Round-trip flight with Proflight Zambia.Outbound indirect flight with Proflight Zambia, departing from Cape Town on Fri, Jul 4, arriving in Lusaka.Inbound indirect flight with Proflight Zambia, departing from Lusaka on Fri, Jul 11, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$795, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Lusaka

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cape Town to Lusaka flights are currently cheapest in April.
Mar
from C$655
Apr
from C$629
May
from C$1,364
Jun
from C$635
Jul
from C$795
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Sep
from C$996
Oct
from C$895
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Feb
from C$1,375

Cape Town to Lusaka: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Cape Town to Lusaka below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Lusaka.

Cape Town to Lusaka: Flight information

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Cheapest flight foundC$629
Cheapest month to flyApril

Finding cheap flights from Cape Town to Lusaka: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Cape Town to Lusaka is C$629. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Cape Town to Lusaka. But we found flights with one or more stops from C$629.
There are no flights flying from Cape Town to Lusaka, as of March 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Lusaka is usually March 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cape Town Airport to Lusaka Airport on Tuesday, April 8, 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Cape Town Airport and Lusaka Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 Lusaka 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 Lusaka 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 Lusaka.

Flying from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN): what you need to know

  • A direct flight from Cape Town International Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport takes on average 3 hours 20 minutes. Lusaka's timezone is UTC+2 — the same as Cape Town.

  • Every week, there are 4 flights from Cape Town International Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport. If you want to get going as early as possible, take the 08:00 Proflight Zambia flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last flight from CPT to LUN is 12:15 with Proflight Zambia.

  • During popular months like June, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.

  • We make it a piece of cake to get a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for flights from Cape Town International Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between CPT and LUN are:

    • RG Mugabe International Airport

    • Jomo Kenyatta International Airport

    • O.R. Tambo International Airport

  • Before organizing your cheap ticket from CPT to LUN, check whether you need a visa to enter Zambia. Travel document and visa requirements may vary and are updated often. To get the latest information, get in touch with the nearest consulate or embassy of the country you're flying to.

How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Cape Town International Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport is C$330. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$629. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.

  • Score cheap flight tickets from CPT to LUN by booking at least 3 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.

  • Plan your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Cape Town International Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across each month.

  • Log into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll be notified straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you time checking for cheap flight tickets from CPT to LUN every day.

  • Use filters to tailor your flights from Cape Town International Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport. Simply select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Handy information about Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

  • To get to Cape Town International Airport from central Cape Town, it'll take around 21 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city center.

  • Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near CPT. Whether you're catching an early flight from Cape Town International Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:

Arriving at Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)

Getting from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) to central Lusaka

  • Kenneth Kaunda International Airport is approximately 26 kilometres from the center of Lusaka. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 41 minutes.

  • When traveling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour and 48 minutes.

When to fly to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)

  • It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport. June is the most popular month to visit Lusaka. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in February.

  • The warmest month in Lusaka is October, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC and 34ºC. Book your flights from Cape Town International Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.

  • July sees average temperatures of between 9ºC and 25ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from CPT to LUN sometime then if you like cooler conditions.

More about Lusaka

  • Start your Lusaka trip right by finding the perfect stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from CPT to LUN, check out our selection of hotel options including:

  • Freedom Statue and Chilenje House are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to put on your Lusaka must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Piluki Event Gardens.

Complete your Lusaka trip with hotels and a car rental

  • You've booked a cheap ticket to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport — next up is finding a great place to stay, and maybe even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Lusaka.

Plan the rest of your trip from Cape Town to Lusaka

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