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Cheapest round-trip
$536
Typical prices: $453-$631
Proflight Zambia, Air Tanzania
Sun 11/4Sun 11/11
CPT - LUN • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$288
Typical prices: $245-$349
Multiple Airlines
Sun 10/21
CPT - LUN • 3 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cape Town and Lusaka. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
19 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 19 weeks in advance save around 27% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 15% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB)
Cheapest • Avg $540 (round-trip)
Livingstone (LVI)
Shortest trip • 4h 19m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Lusaka (CPT-LUN)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Cape Town to Lusaka

Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 11
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12:30 pm - 4:45 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-LUN Lusaka
4h 15m1 stop Livingstone
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1:10 pm - 5:45 pmLUN  Lusaka-CPT Cape Town Intl
28h 35m3 stops Lubumbashi Luano Dar Es Salaam Victoria Falls
$536Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Sun, Nov 29
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11:00 am - 5:00 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-LUN Lusaka
6h 00m2 stops Durban King Shaka Intl Manzini King Mswati III Intl
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1:30 pm - 4:10 pmLUN  Lusaka-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 40m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
$595Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 11
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11:00 am - 5:00 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-LUN Lusaka
6h 00m2 stops Durban King Shaka Intl Manzini King Mswati III Intl
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1:30 pm - 11:45 amLUN  Lusaka-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 15m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
$612Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 11
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11:00 am - 5:00 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-LUN Lusaka
6h 00m2 stops Durban King Shaka Intl Manzini King Mswati III Intl
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1:30 pm - 11:45 amLUN  Lusaka-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 15m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
$617Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 15 - Sun, Nov 22
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8:25 pm - 12:35 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-LUN Lusaka
16h 10m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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7:25 am - 10:45 pmLUN  Lusaka-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 20m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
$640Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Sun, Nov 29
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7:00 am - 1:30 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-LUN Lusaka
6h 30m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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2:15 pm - 10:50 pmLUN  Lusaka-CPT Cape Town Intl
8h 35m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
$645Airlink
Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 11
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9:55 am - 7:00 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-LUN Lusaka
9h 05m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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10:20 am - 5:20 pmLUN  Lusaka-CPT Cape Town Intl
7h 00m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
$645Airlink
Tue, Oct 20 - Thu, Oct 22
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7:00 am - 1:30 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-LUN Lusaka
6h 30m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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10:20 am - 5:20 pmLUN  Lusaka-CPT Cape Town Intl
7h 00m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
$649Airlink
Fri, Oct 16 - Fri, Oct 23
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7:00 am - 1:30 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-LUN Lusaka
6h 30m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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10:20 am - 6:35 pmLUN  Lusaka-CPT Cape Town Intl
8h 15m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
$649Airlink
Fri, Oct 23 - Tue, Oct 27
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7:00 am - 1:30 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-LUN Lusaka
6h 30m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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10:20 am - 6:35 pmLUN  Lusaka-CPT Cape Town Intl
8h 15m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
$649Airlink
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Price, demand and travel trends for Cape Town to Lusaka flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Cape Town to Lusaka with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Lusaka?

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Lusaka, it is 9% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 14% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Lusaka?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Lusaka at $443 round-trip.
•June ($726) and May ($664) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 63% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Cape Town to Lusaka the cheapest?

Flights from Cape Town to Lusaka are cheapest 19 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 27% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Cape Town to Lusaka flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$288
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 14% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 11% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Cape Town to Lusaka

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cape Town to Lusaka based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Cape Town to Lusaka flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cape Town to Lusaka?

    Flights from Cape Town to Lusaka usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and arrive at Lusaka (LUN).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Cape Town to Lusaka?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Cape Town to Lusaka.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cape Town to Lusaka pass through?

    One-stop flights from Cape Town to Lusaka most commonly connect through:

    • Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) - 94% of one-stop connections
    • Livingstone (LVI) - 4% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) - 2% of one-stop connections

    Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cape Town to Lusaka?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 21% on the Cape Town to Lusaka route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $476 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $596, a difference of $120. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How expensive are last-minute Cape Town to Lusaka flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 8% above the route average of $521. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Cape Town to Lusaka?

    A nonstop flight from Cape Town to Lusaka takes 0h 00m, covering 1,426 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cape Town to Lusaka?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Cape Town to Lusaka changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $536 to $2,489. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Cape Town to Lusaka looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cape Town to Lusaka are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $326, which is 15% above the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Cape Town to Lusaka?

    Flying via Livingstone (LVI) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 19m, compared with 7h 24m via Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) and 14h 12m via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD).

  • What car rental options are available at Lusaka Airport (LUN)?

    Lusaka Airport (LUN) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $41 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Final Rentals
    • Europcar
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Xdrive Mobility
    • Flex To Go

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cape Town to Lusaka flight?

    Round-trip flights from Cape Town to Lusaka range from $453 to $631, with an average of $521 over the past 12 months. Anything below $453 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Cape Town to Lusaka flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $476 - about $120 less than Saturday (20% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 19 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 27% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Lusaka trip for January. Fares historically average $443 round-trip in that month - typically $283 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).

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