On this page, you can book flights on the Lubumbashi — Johannesburg route. The 1,608 km flight operates an average of 5 times per week. Before your trip, we recommend checking how to get to Lubumbashi Airport and exploring transportation options from Johannesburg Airport.
Regular flights are operated by Airlink (4Z), South African Airways (SA), and Ethiopian Airlines (ET). Ticket prices are dynamic, so use the price chart and calendar on our website to find the best deals.
The table shows direct flights Lubumbashi → Johannesburg on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 2 h 31 min. Regular flights are operated by Ethiopian Airlines, Airlink, South African Airways and KLM. Departures from Lubumbashi International Airport airports, arrivals at O.R. Tambo International Airport and Lanseria International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Lubumbashi — Johannesburg by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 1,140 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 1,140 in y. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Lubumbashi → Johannesburg, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 2,056 | high | May | AED 1,454 | low | Sep | AED 1,655 | medium |
| Feb | AED 1,705 | medium | Jun | AED 1,404 | low | Oct | AED 1,605 | medium |
| Mar | AED 1,956 | high | Jul | AED 1,655 | medium | Nov | AED 1,454 | low |
| Apr | AED 1,705 | medium | Aug | AED 1,906 | high | Dec | AED 2,106 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The warmest weather in Johannesburg is typically seen from October to January, with daytime temperatures reaching up to +26.8°C; however, this is also the rainiest period. The lowest precipitation and coolest nights (around +3.6°C) occur in June and July.
The lowest flight costs were recorded in July and August, when tickets can be purchased AED 1,140. In other months, price data may vary depending on flight occupancy and how far in advance you book.
September is considered the optimal time for a trip: it is already warm, there is almost no rain, and prices remain stable. Avoid the peak of the rainy season in December if you plan to spend a lot of time outdoors.
There are 5 airlines operating on this route, with Airlink and South African Airways being the key carriers. Most flights are direct or have short connections; a detailed schedule and available departure days for each airline are provided in the interactive list below.
Flights Lubumbashi — Johannesburg depart from Lubumbashi International Airport and arrive at O.R. Tambo International Airport and Lanseria International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The approximate travel time for a direct flight is about 2 hours, given the distance of 1,608 km between the cities.
The main carriers on this route are Airlink, South African Airways, and Ethiopian Airlines. Connecting flight options are also available.
Yes, direct flights between the cities are operated regularly by several regional airlines, allowing you to avoid unnecessary transfers.
Ticket prices are dynamic and depend on the season. You can check the current minimum for your dates in the low-price calendar on this page.
Flights from Lubumbashi arrive at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), which is the main gateway to Johannesburg.
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