What is the cheapest way to get from OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka?

The cheapest way to get from OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka is to bus via Johannesburg which costs $75 - $130 and takes 21h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka?

The fastest way to get from OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka is to fly which takes 2h 32m and costs $260 - $380.

Is there a direct bus between OR Tambo Airport and Lusaka?

No, there is no direct bus from OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka. However, there are services departing from Johannesburg Art Gallery and arriving at Lusaka via Johannesburg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 48m.

How far is it from OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka?

The distance between OR Tambo Airport and Lusaka is 1226 km. The road distance is 1549.2 km.

How do I travel from OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka without a car?

The best way to get from OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka without a car is to bus via Johannesburg which takes 21h 48m and costs $75 - $130.

How long does it take to get from OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka?

It takes approximately 2h 32m to get from OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka bus from?

OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka bus services, operated by Shalom Bus Services, depart from Johannesburg station.

Bus or fly from OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka?

The best way to get from OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka is to fly which takes 2h 32m and costs $260 - $380. Alternatively, you can bus via Johannesburg, which costs $75 - $130 and takes 21h 48m.

Where does the OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka bus arrive?

OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka bus services, operated by Shalom Bus Services, arrive at Lusaka station.

Can I drive from OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka?

Yes, the driving distance between OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka is 1549 km. It takes approximately 17h 6m to drive from OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka.

Where can I stay near Lusaka?

There are 357+ hotels available in Lusaka.

OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from OR Tambo Airport to Lusaka by plane, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) to Lusaka (LUN)plane JNB - LUN
2h 32m
$260–380
Bus #2
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 77 Nugget St to Intercity Bus Terminusbus
27h 1m
$65–135
Bus via Johannesburg
1. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Lusakabus
21h 48m
$75–125
Drive 1,549.2 km
1. Drive from OR Tambo Airport to Lusakacar 1,549.2 km
17h 6m
$228–329
Bus
1. Take the bus from Park Station to Intercity Bus Terminusbus
25h 52m
$98–107

Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) to Lusaka (LUN) flights

61Weekly Planes

2h 12mAverage Duration

$223Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,225.7 km
Duration: 2h 32m

What companies run services between OR Tambo Airport, South Africa and Lusaka, Zambia?

South African Airways, Airlink, and three other airlines fly from Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) to Lusaka (LUN) every 3 hours. Alternatively, Shalom Bus Services operates a bus from Johannesburg to Lusaka twice a week. Tickets cost $70–110 and the journey takes 20h.

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