Direct flights from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi

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Johannesburg

South Africa

South Africa

JNB

OR Tambo International Airport

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Lubumbashi

Democratic Republic of the Congo

Democratic Republic of the Congo

FBM

Lubumbashi International Airport

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Distance
1,005 miles  ·  (1,617 km)
Flight time
2 hours and 30 minutes
Airlines
  • Airlink
  • Ethiopian Airlines
  • South African Airways
Alliances
  • Oneworld
  • SkyTeam
  • Star Alliance
Classes
  • Economy
  • Premium Economy
  • Business Class
  • First Class
Aircrafts
  • Airbus A320-100/200
  • Boeing 737-800
  • Embraer 190

Johannesburg to Lubumbashi Flight Schedule

Scan through all non-stop flights from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi. The full flight schedule below gives an overview of all non-stop flights from JNB to FBM, which includes the daily timetable of every operating airline for the upcoming 12 months.

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Best time to visit Lubumbashi

What is the best time to visit Lubumbashi?

🌺 💦  Humid Subtropical

Lubumbashi is a humid subtropical or warm-temperate destination, featuring hot, humid summers with temperatures typically around 30°C (86°F) and mild to cool winters. The region is known for consistent rainfall throughout the year, peaking in summer. The area is known for its vibrant urban energy, diverse landscapes, and numerous outdoor activities.

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You can visit Lubumbashi any time of the year, but the best months to explore are from to and from to .

Airlines flying from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi

Airline-specific flight schedules from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi

In total there are 3 airlines operating nonstop flights from Johannesburg JNB to Lubumbashi FBM. This section gives an overview of the flight schedules and timetables of every airline with direct flights for this route.

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Airlink flight schedulefrom Johannesburg to Lubumbashi

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Ethiopian Airlines
Ethiopian Airlines flight schedulefrom Johannesburg to Lubumbashi

Ethiopian Airlines is a member of Star Alliance
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South African Airways
South African Airways flight schedulefrom Johannesburg to Lubumbashi

South African Airways is a member of Star Alliance
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Johannesburg to Lubumbashi Flights

Flights from JNB to FBM are operated 17 times a week, with an average of 2 flights per day. Departure times vary between 09:30 - 17:30. The earliest flight departs at 09:30, the last flight departs at 17:30. However, this depends on the date you are flying so please check with the full flight schedule above to see which departure times are available on your preferred date(s) of travel.

You can fly in Economy and Business Class. Premium Economy and First Class are not available on this route (at least not as a non-stop flight).

The fastest direct flight from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi takes 2 hours and 30 minutes. The flight distance between Johannesburg and Lubumbashi is 1,005 miles (or 1,617 km).

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Frequently asked questions - FAQ

How many airports are there in Lubumbashi?

There is 1 airport in Lubumbashi: Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM).

How many flights per week are there from JNB to FBM?

There are 17 flights per week flying from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi (as of April 2026).

How long does it take to fly from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi?

2 hours and 30 minutes is the average flight time from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi.

How far is Lubumbashi from Johannesburg?

The distance from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi is 1,005 miles (1,617 kilometers).

What airlines fly nonstop from JNB airport to FBM airport?

Airlink, Ethiopian Airlines and South African Airways are flying nonstop from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi.

What alliances have direct flights from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi?

Star Alliance is currently the only alliance flying nonstop from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi.

What classes are available from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi?

You can fly non-stop in Economy and Business Class.

What aircraft types fly from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi?

Aircraft types that fly from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi:

  • Airbus A320-100/200
  • Boeing 737-800
  • Embraer 190

What is the earliest flight departing from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi?

The earliest flight departs at 09:30 from Johannesburg and arrives at 12:10 at Lubumbashi.

What is the latest flight available from Johannesburg to Lubumbashi?

The latest flight departs at 17:30 from Johannesburg and arrives at 20:20 at Lubumbashi.

Non-stop flights from JNB to FBM

1,005 miles (1,617 km)  ·  2h 30m

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    Star Alliance

  • SA 50

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  • 10:40

  • 13:10

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  • 17:30

  • 20:20

  • Ethiopian Airlines

    Ethiopian Airlines

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  • Ethiopian Airlines

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