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Cheapest round-trip
$656
Typical prices: $577-$705
Ethiopian Air
Thu 11/15Fri 11/23
FBM - CPT • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Lubumbashi and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheapest • 8% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $589 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 9h 35m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Lubumbashi to Cape Town (FBM-CPT)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Lubumbashi to Cape Town

Sun, Nov 15 - Mon, Nov 23
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2:45 am - 2:10 pmFBM  Lubumbashi Luano-CPT Cape Town Intl
11h 25m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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3:10 pm - 1:05 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-FBM Lubumbashi Luano
33h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$656Ethiopian Air
Mon, Jan 11 - Mon, Jan 18
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1:55 pm - 9:45 amFBM  Lubumbashi Luano-CPT Cape Town Intl
19h 50m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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7:00 am - 1:15 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-FBM Lubumbashi Luano
6h 15m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
$701Airlink
Mon, Jan 11 - Mon, Jan 18
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1:55 pm - 10:50 pmFBM  Lubumbashi Luano-CPT Cape Town Intl
8h 55m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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7:00 am - 1:15 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-FBM Lubumbashi Luano
6h 15m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
$708Airlink
Mon, Jan 11 - Mon, Jan 18
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1:55 pm - 9:45 amFBM  Lubumbashi Luano-CPT Cape Town Intl
19h 50m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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7:00 am - 1:15 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-FBM Lubumbashi Luano
6h 15m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
$717Airlink
Wed, Dec 16 - Wed, Dec 23
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1:10 pm - 9:15 pmFBM  Lubumbashi Luano-CPT Cape Town Intl
8h 05m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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6:00 am - 12:10 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-FBM Lubumbashi Luano
6h 10m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
$721South African
Mon, Jan 11 - Mon, Jan 18
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1:55 pm - 10:50 pmFBM  Lubumbashi Luano-CPT Cape Town Intl
8h 55m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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7:00 am - 1:15 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-FBM Lubumbashi Luano
6h 15m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
$724Airlink
Wed, Dec 16 - Wed, Dec 23
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2:40 pm - 11:35 pmFBM  Lubumbashi Luano-CPT Cape Town Intl
32h 55m3 stops Ndola Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
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8:25 pm - 3:20 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-FBM Lubumbashi Luano
42h 55m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Ndola
$779Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 16 - Wed, Dec 23
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2:40 pm - 8:20 amFBM  Lubumbashi Luano-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 40m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
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7:35 pm - 12:10 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-FBM Lubumbashi Luano
16h 35m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
$875Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 16 - Wed, Dec 23
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2:40 pm - 11:35 pmFBM  Lubumbashi Luano-CPT Cape Town Intl
32h 55m3 stops Ndola Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
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12:20 pm - 3:20 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-FBM Lubumbashi Luano
51h 00m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Ndola
$936Kenya Airways
Wed, Dec 16 - Wed, Dec 23
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2:40 pm - 8:20 amFBM  Lubumbashi Luano-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 40m3 stops Ndola Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
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6:05 am - 1:15 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-FBM Lubumbashi Luano
7h 10m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
$936Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Lubumbashi to Cape Town flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from Lubumbashi to Cape Town?

Round-trip flights from Lubumbashi to Cape Town typically range from $577 to $705. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $656, on Ethiopian Air.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Lubumbashi to Cape Town. It’s 6% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 15% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Lubumbashi to Cape Town?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Lubumbashi to Cape Town at $576 round-trip.
•May ($759) and April ($707) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 31% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Key details for Lubumbashi to Cape Town flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

$656
Beat the crowds with an average 54% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 39% increase in travelers.
Round-trip flight from Lubumbashi to Cape Town

When to book flights from Lubumbashi to Cape Town

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

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

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

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

    A nonstop flight from Lubumbashi to Cape Town takes 00m, covering 1,645 miles.

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

    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.

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

    Round-trip flights from Lubumbashi to Cape Town range from $577 to $705, with an average of $627 over the past 12 months. Anything below $577 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Lubumbashi to Cape Town 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 $656 to $1,930. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • What car rental options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?

    Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $3 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Sixt
    • Europcar
    • Woodford
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz

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

    Flights from Lubumbashi to Cape Town usually depart from Lubumbashi Luano (FBM) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

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

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

    • Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) - 86% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) - 0% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 18% on flights from Lubumbashi to Cape Town. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $594 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $723, a difference of $129.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    Flying via Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 9h 35m, compared with 13h 25m via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) and 20h 52m via Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO).

  • What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Cape Town International Convention Centre, Camps Bay Beach and Sea Point Pavilion. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Lubumbashi to Cape Town flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Sunday flights average $594, about $129 less than Saturday fares (18% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Lubumbashi to Cape Town trip for November. Fares historically average $576 round-trip in that month - typically $183 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cape Town Intl Airport.

    • Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
    • Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport
    • Mbalentle

More options for your flight from Lubumbashi to Cape Town

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