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Cheapest return flight
£405
Typical prices: £351-£489
Ethiopian Air
Mon 19/11Sat 24/11
LUN - CPT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£272
Typical prices: £212-£298
Proflight Zambia
Wed 7/11
LUN - CPT • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Lusaka and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
13 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 13 weeks in advance save around 29% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 13% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Addis Ababa Bole (ADD)
Cheapest • Avg £386 (return)
Livingstone (LVI)
Shortest trip • 4h 19m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Lusaka to Cape Town (LUN-CPT)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Lusaka to Cape Town

Thu, 19 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov
Ethiopian Air Logo
02:30 - 14:10LUN  Lusaka-CPT Cape Town Intl
11h 40m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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13:50 - 14:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-LUN Lusaka
24h 50m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Harare
£405Ethiopian Air
Fri, 20 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov
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02:30 - 14:10LUN  Lusaka-CPT Cape Town Intl
11h 40m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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15:10 - 14:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-LUN Lusaka
23h 30m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Harare
£405Ethiopian Air
Sun, 27 Sep - Thu, 1 Oct
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02:15 - 14:10LUN  Lusaka-CPT Cape Town Intl
11h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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15:10 - 14:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-LUN Lusaka
23h 30m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Harare
£418Ethiopian Air
Thu, 1 Oct - Thu, 8 Oct
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13:35 - 13:00LUN  Lusaka-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 25m2 stops Harare Addis Ababa Bole
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13:50 - 14:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-LUN Lusaka
24h 50m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Harare
£451Ethiopian Air
Fri, 23 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct
Ethiopian Air Logo
02:15 - 14:10LUN  Lusaka-CPT Cape Town Intl
11h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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15:10 - 14:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-LUN Lusaka
47h 30m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Harare
£451Ethiopian Air
Mon, 22 Feb - Mon, 1 Mar
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10:20 - 18:05LUN  Lusaka-CPT Cape Town Intl
7h 45m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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06:05 - 13:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-LUN Lusaka
7h 25m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
£470Airlink
Sun, 4 Oct - Mon, 12 Oct
Ethiopian Air Logo
02:15 - 14:10LUN  Lusaka-CPT Cape Town Intl
11h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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15:10 - 14:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-LUN Lusaka
47h 30m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Harare
£472Ethiopian Air
Wed, 10 Feb - Mon, 15 Feb
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07:30 - 14:35LUN  Lusaka-CPT Cape Town Intl
7h 05m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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06:05 - 13:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-LUN Lusaka
7h 25m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
£473Airlink
Wed, 17 Mar - Thu, 29 Jul
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10:20 - 18:35LUN  Lusaka-CPT Cape Town Intl
8h 15m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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06:05 - 13:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-LUN Lusaka
7h 25m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
£473Airlink
Fri, 4 Dec - Mon, 7 Dec
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10:20 - 18:35LUN  Lusaka-CPT Cape Town Intl
8h 15m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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09:55 - 19:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-LUN Lusaka
9h 05m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
£473Airlink
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Lusaka to Cape Town flights

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

How much is a return flight from Lusaka to Cape Town?

Return flights from Lusaka to Cape Town start at £405. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from £351 to £489. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £405 on Ethiopian Air.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Lusaka to Cape Town and is 10% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 10% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Lusaka to Cape Town at £355 return.
•May (£499) and July (£476) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 40% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Lusaka to Cape Town the cheapest?

Flights from Lusaka to Cape Town are cheapest 13 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 29% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Lusaka to Cape Town flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

£272
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 16% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 13% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Lusaka to Cape Town

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Lusaka 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 Lusaka to Cape Town 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 Lusaka to Cape Town?

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

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

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

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

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

    • Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) – 98% of one-stop connections
    • Livingstone (LVI) – 2% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 1% of one-stop connections
    • Manzini King Mswati III Intl (SHO) – 0% 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 Lusaka to Cape Town?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 19% on the Lusaka to Cape Town route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at £370 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at £454, a difference of £84. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

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

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 19% above the route average of £409. Book 13 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

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

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Lusaka 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.

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

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £405 to £3,143. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Lusaka to Cape Town are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £947, which is 280% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Livingstone (LVI) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 4h 19m, compared to 5h 42m via Manzini King Mswati III Intl (SHO) and 7h 35m via Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB).

  • Which car hire options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?

    Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £2 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Europcar
    • Sixt
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz
    • Woodford

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

    Return flights from Lusaka to Cape Town range from £351 to £489, with an average of £409 over the past 12 months. Anything below £351 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Lusaka 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 Wednesday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average £370 – about £84 less than Saturday (18% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 13 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 29% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Lusaka to Cape Town trip for January. Fares historically average £355 return in that month – typically £144 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

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