On this page, you can find and book flights from Lusaka to Cape Town. The 2,277 km flight between these Zambian and South African cities is not frequent, with an average of about 2 flights per week.
Regular service on this route is provided by Proflight Zambia. Ticket prices are dynamic, so we recommend tracking current rates through our price chart and exploring ways to get to the departure airport or arrange a transfer from the destination airport.
The table shows direct flights Lusaka → Cape Town on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 4 h 10 min. Regular flights are operated by Proflight Zambia. Departures from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport airports, arrivals at Cape Town 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 Lusaka — Cape Town by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 1,174 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 1,730 in n. 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.
Lusaka → Cape Town, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 2,156 | low | May | AED 3,109 | high | Sep | AED 2,507 | medium |
| Feb | AED 2,909 | high | Jun | AED 2,206 | low | Oct | AED 2,557 | medium |
| Mar | AED 2,457 | medium | Jul | AED 2,206 | low | Nov | AED 2,608 | medium |
| Apr | AED 2,507 | medium | Aug | AED 2,257 | low | Dec | AED 3,009 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The most comfortable weather in Cape Town is in January, when the average high reaches 22.8°C. June is the coolest and rainiest period, with around 101 mm of precipitation and daytime temperatures around 16.8°C.
The most budget-friendly time to fly is July, with ticket prices starting AED 1,174. Currently, the most expensive month for booking is March, when prices rise AED 1,730.
The optimal time for a trip is considered to be September: at this time, prices start AED 1,195, and rainfall begins to decrease significantly compared to the winter season.
Regular service on the route from Lusaka to Cape Town is provided by Proflight Zambia (P0). On average, there are about 2 flights per week, including direct flights. You can find detailed information on departure days and aircraft types in the schedule below.
Flights Lusaka — Cape Town depart from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport and arrive at Cape Town International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is 2,277 km. A direct flight takes approximately 2 hours 45 minutes to 3 hours, depending on the aircraft type and weather conditions.
The primary carrier on this route is Proflight Zambia. Connecting flights via other Southern African hubs are also possible.
Yes, there are direct flights on this route, but their frequency is low — about twice a week — so it is worth searching for tickets well in advance.
Flight prices change constantly depending on the season and demand. To find current offers, use the low price calendar and the price trend chart on this page.
All flights on this route arrive at Cape Town International Airport (CPT), which offers quick access to the city center.
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