Johannesburg to Lusaka flights
Direct and connecting flights from OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport Lusaka (LUN) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Johannesburg to Lusaka take?
Flight time from Johannesburg (JNB) to Lusaka (LUN) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Johannesburg to Lusaka?
Airline availability for JNB to LUN changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Johannesburg to Lusaka?
Direct (nonstop) availability on JNB to LUN varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence recorded and attributed to operators on this pair in the last 90 days.
- LNK5-yr: no attributed events (coverage limited)Last 90 days: none recorded
- South African Airways5-yr attributed events: 1Last 90 days: none recorded
- AZB5-yr: no attributed events (coverage limited)Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| LNK | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
| South African Airways | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
| AZB | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning JNB → LUN
JNB to LUN is a short-haul route of 1,202 km (747 mi). See the return LUN → JNB route.
Alternative airports near Johannesburg: Johannesburg (QRA) — 15 km, Johannesburg (GCJ) — 20 km, Waterkloof (WKF) — 35 km.