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Cheapest return flight
£488
Typical prices: £364-£520
Eswatini Air, South African
Tue 4/12Fri 7/12
LUN - CPT • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
£514
Typical prices: £492-£492
Proflight Zambia
Wed 28/11Wed 5/12
LUN - CPT • Direct
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
21 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 21 weeks in advance save around 34% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 18% price drop
April
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Addis Ababa Bole (ADD)
Cheapest • Avg £382 (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

Fri, 4 Dec - Mon, 7 Dec
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10:45 - 16:30LUN  Lusaka-CPT Cape Town Intl
5h 45m1 stop Manzini King Mswati III Intl
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11:05 - 21:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-LUN Lusaka
10h 30m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
£488Multiple Airlines
Fri, 4 Dec - Mon, 7 Dec
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10:45 - 16:30LUN  Lusaka-CPT Cape Town Intl
5h 45m1 stop Manzini King Mswati III Intl
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11:05 - 21:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-LUN Lusaka
10h 30m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
£488Multiple Airlines
Fri, 4 Dec - Mon, 7 Dec
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10:45 - 16:30LUN  Lusaka-CPT Cape Town Intl
5h 45m1 stop Manzini King Mswati III Intl
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11:05 - 21:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-LUN Lusaka
10h 30m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
£489Multiple Airlines
Sun, 21 Feb - Sat, 27 Feb
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14:25 - 22:50LUN  Lusaka-CPT Cape Town Intl
8h 25m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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06:05 - 13:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-LUN Lusaka
7h 30m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
£494Airlink
Thu, 1 Apr - Sun, 4 Apr
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10:25 - 18:05LUN  Lusaka-CPT Cape Town Intl
7h 40m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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07:00 - 13:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-LUN Lusaka
6h 35m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
£496Airlink
Sun, 7 Mar - Sat, 20 Mar
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17:20 - 09:45LUN  Lusaka-CPT Cape Town Intl
16h 25m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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06:05 - 13:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-LUN Lusaka
7h 30m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
£497Airlink
Mon, 4 Jan - Fri, 8 Jan
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14:25 - 09:45LUN  Lusaka-CPT Cape Town Intl
19h 20m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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06:05 - 13:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-LUN Lusaka
7h 30m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
£505Airlink
Fri, 4 Dec - Mon, 7 Dec
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10:45 - 21:25LUN  Lusaka-CPT Cape Town Intl
10h 40m2 stops Manzini King Mswati III Intl Durban King Shaka Intl
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09:00 - 16:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-LUN Lusaka
7h 00m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
£508Multiple Airlines
Wed, 16 Dec - Wed, 23 Dec
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14:25 - 22:50LUN  Lusaka-CPT Cape Town Intl
8h 25m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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18:25 - 13:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-LUN Lusaka
19h 10m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
£511Airlink
Fri, 18 Dec - Fri, 25 Dec
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10:45 - 16:30LUN  Lusaka-CPT Cape Town Intl
5h 45m1 stop Manzini King Mswati III Intl
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07:00 - 12:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-LUN Lusaka
5h 40m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
£513Multiple Airlines
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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 with more confidence.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Lusaka to Cape Town. It's 11% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 9% higher.

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 £362 return.
•May (£497) and December (£492) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 37% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Lusaka to Cape Town the cheapest?

Flights from Lusaka to Cape Town are cheapest 21 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 34% 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

£488
Beat the crowds with an average 46% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 47% increase in traveller numbers.
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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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • 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.

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

    A direct flight from Lusaka to Cape Town takes 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.

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

    Return flights from Lusaka to Cape Town range from £364 to £520, with an average of £441 over the past 12 months. Anything below £364 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 17% above the £441 route average. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Lusaka to Cape Town?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £382 return via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD), compared with £492 for direct.

  • 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 £488 to £2,724. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x 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 £1,164, which is 341% above the typical average for this route.

  • 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 averaging £20 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Sixt
    • Europcar
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Woodford
    • Budget

  • 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 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) – 92% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 4% of one-stop connections
    • Livingstone (LVI) – 4% of one-stop connections
    • Manzini King Mswati III Intl (SHO) – 0% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 19% on flights from Lusaka to Cape Town. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at £393 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at £485, a difference of £91.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • 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 31m via Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB).

  • What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

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

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 and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average £393, about £91 less than Sunday fares (19% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 21 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 34% 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 £362 return in that month – typically £134 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Addis Ababa Bole Airport (ADD) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £382 return on this route – about £110 less than direct flights (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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