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Quick Flight Summary from Lusaka to Cape Town

Key numbers to know before you book

  • Lowest recent price
    $401
  • Direct flight duration 4 hour 25 min
  • Arrival airports CPT
  • Best days to book Tuesday, Saturday
  • Average over the last 30 days
    $379

Cheapest flights from Lusaka to Cape Town

Best Price

Ethiopian Airlines

Ethiopian Airlines
22 Sep, Tue
Lusaka – Cape Town
11h 55m
1 stop
LUNCPT
Cheapest Direct Flight

Proflight Zambia

Proflight Zambia
3 Oct, Sat
Lusaka – Cape Town
4h 25m
Non-stop
LUNCPT

Proflight Zambia

Proflight Zambia
23 Sep, Wed
Lusaka – Cape Town
4h 25m
Non-stop
LUNCPT

Proflight Zambia

Proflight Zambia
19 Sep, Sat
Lusaka – Cape Town
4h 25m
Non-stop
LUNCPT

Hahn Air

Hahn Air
9 Oct, Fri
Lusaka – Cape Town
6h 5m
1 stop
LUNCPT

Last update: 12 September 2026 01:10

Estimated Prices for Lusaka to Cape Town Flights

Cheapest Day23 September Wednesday
Best Price
$399
Average Price
$417
$431
$399
13Sun
Sep
14Mon
15Tue
16Wed
17Thu
18Fri
$423
19Sat
20Sun
21Mon
22Tue
$399
23Wed
24Thu
25Fri
26Sat
27Sun
28Mon
29Tue
30Wed
01Thu
Oct
02Fri
03Sat
04Sun
05Mon
06Tue
07Wed
08Thu
$431
09Fri
10Sat
11Sun
12Mon

Key Features of the Airlines

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Transportation to Airport from Lusaka City Center

Kenneth Kaunda Intl. Airport

Buses and minibuses are used in Lusaka city centre for transport, however there are no direct buses or minibuses that take you from the city centre to Lusaka Airport. As result you will need to arrange your transport to the airport privately. If your hotel offers a transfer service then you can talk to them, or you can take a taxi from the city centre. Another option is to rent a car. It takes a maximum of 35 minutes to get to Lusaka Airport from central Lusaka.

Taxi

You can use a taxi to get anywhere in Lusaka. They provide quick and affordable transport, and they’re also the ideal way of getting to Lusaka Airport from the city centre. It’s possible to reach Lusaka Airport in 35-40 minutes by paying something like 30-40 dollars. 

Car Rental

There are many local car rental agencies in Lusaka city centre. There aren’t as many foreign car rental agencies. In order to be able to leave the car that you pick up in the city centre at Lusaka Airport, the same agency has to have an office both in the city centre and in Lusaka Airport. You can pick from Avis or Europcar and make a pre-reservation before your flight. You can reach Lusaka Airport from city centre in 30 minutes by taking the Great E/T4 road.

Airport Information

Lusaka Airport, also known as Kenneth Kaunda International Airport, is located in Lusaka, which is the capital and biggest city of Zambia. It was known as Kenneth Kauda before 2011 and the name comes from the first president of Zambia, Kenneth Kaunda. The airport has a potential to capacitate 2 million passengers per year is located right on the Great East Road, 27 southeast of the city centre. Some of the airlines that have direct flights to Lusaka Airport are Air Namibia, Airlink, Ethiopian Airlines, Emirates, Proflight Zambia, and South African Airways. You can fly directly to Zambia’s capital Lusaka from airports such as Windhoek-Hosea Kutako, Johannesburg-OR Tambo, Dubai, Dar es Salaam, Luanda and others. Lusaka Airport has been in service since 1967. Services at the airport include free Wi-Fi, tourist information, ATM machines, and resting lounges. In addition you can shop at Zambezi Jewels, Window into Africa, Flamingo Duy Free, Kingdom Venture and Newnachi, and get something to eat or drink at Cafe Expresso, Clay Oven, Tuku’s ya or Nsonge Walala Restaurant.

Transportation to Cape Town City Center from Airport

Cape Town Intl. Airport

Cape Town is one of the three capitals of the Republic of South Africa located in the southernmost of Africa continent. This second largest city of the continental Africa stands out with its natural beauties and unique marine products. When you climb the Table Mountain in Cape Town, you are welcomed by the breathtaking view of the city and the ocean. Robben Island, where Nelson Mandela, a symbol of freedom and racial equality in the world, was held captive for years, is also located within the borders of Cape Town.

Cape Town is a very rich city in terms of transportation options. The metro lines and vintage trains carrying passengers throughout the city are the two main elements of the rail system. Passengers generally prefer buses and minibuses in the city. It is also possible to travel around the city with blue and red double-decker buses specially designed for tourists. There are also taxi or car rental options for passengers who want a comfortable and quick transportation.

If you prefer a quick and comfortable transportation after your plane has landed, you can get car from one of the car rental companies operating 24 hours at the airport. You can also get to the city center in a comfortable way by preferring taxi, bus or shuttle service.

Taxi

Taxis, which are among the commonly used transportation vehicles in this city where the weather is hot, operate 24 hours at the airport. With the modern and comfortable taxis, you can get to wherever you want in the city after a travel of 30 minutes.

Bus

You can get to the city by using the buses waiting in front of the terminal building of Cape Town Airport. These buses offer service between 04:20 am and 10:00 pm. They operate every 20 minutes.

Shuttle Service

If you want to get to the city center in a quick way with a private driver, many shuttle companies are waiting for you at the airport. To benefit from shuttle service, you can make your payment before or after your arrival and enjoy a comfortable travel to the city center.

Car Rental

If you are planning to stay in the city for at least a few days or travel to nearby cities, renting a car might be useful. From car rental companies located at the airport such as Budget, Woodford, Avis and Thrifty, you can rent a vehicle with the features you want and travel comfortably to the city.

Cape Town Weather

5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature

Today
Saturday
12 Sep
Cloudy
19°16°
Sunday
13 Sep
Rain
24°15°
Monday
14 Sep
Clear
17°14°
Tuesday
15 Sep
Rain
16°14°
Wednesday
16 Sep
Clear
17°12°

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Frequently Asked Questions

When you search for Lusaka-Cape Town flights, Wingie directly gathers and compares instant data from all airlines. You can see all Lusaka-Cape Town flights together for the date you are looking for and choose the most suitable flight.
For Lusaka-Cape Town flights, you can use Kenneth Kaunda Intl. Airport as departure airport, and Cape Town Intl. Airport for arrival.
The flight distance between Lusaka-Cape Town is 2283 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 2 hour 50 minutes.
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Lusaka-Cape Town flights is Monday.
On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with Proflight Zambia starts from approximately $399.
AirlinePriceStandard inclusions
Proflight Zambia
$399
Hahn Air
$431

Last update: 03.09.2026

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