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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight to Lusaka Airport? If you want to travel to Lusaka Airport next month, return fares start from $3,080. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Lusaka.$2,880 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Nov, returning Mon, 16 Nov.Return flight with Air New Zealand and Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Auckland International on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in Lusaka.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Lusaka on Mon, 16 Nov, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,880, select.

Lusaka.$3,080 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Jul, returning Tue, 28 Jul.Return flight with Air New Zealand and Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Auckland International on Tue, 21 Jul, arriving in Lusaka.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Lusaka on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $3,080, select.

Lusaka.$3,097 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Jul, returning Sat, 1 Aug.Return flight with Air New Zealand and Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Auckland International on Tue, 21 Jul, arriving in Lusaka.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Lusaka on Sat, 1 Aug, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $3,097, select.

Lusaka.$3,132 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Jun, returning Sun, 30 Aug.Return flight with South African Airways.Outbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Auckland International on Tue, 30 Jun, arriving in Lusaka.Inbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Lusaka on Sun, 30 Aug, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $3,132, select.

Lusaka.$3,135 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Sep, returning Mon, 21 Sep.Return flight with RwandAir.Outbound indirect flight with RwandAir, departs from Auckland International on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Lusaka.Inbound indirect flight with RwandAir, departs from Lusaka on Mon, 21 Sep, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $3,135, select.

Lusaka.$3,219 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Nov, returning Mon, 28 Dec.Return flight with South African Airways.Outbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Auckland International on Mon, 2 Nov, arriving in Lusaka.Inbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Lusaka on Mon, 28 Dec, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $3,219, select.

Lusaka.$3,362 per passenger.Departing Wed, 5 Aug, returning Wed, 19 Aug.Return flight with Emirates and South African Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Christchurch on Wed, 5 Aug, arriving in Lusaka.Inbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Lusaka on Wed, 19 Aug, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From $3,362, select.

Lusaka.$3,716 per passenger.Departing Sun, 28 Jun, returning Tue, 21 Jul.Return flight with South African Airways.Outbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Christchurch on Sun, 28 Jun, arriving in Lusaka.Inbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Lusaka on Tue, 21 Jul, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From $3,716, select.

Lusaka.$3,994 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Dec, returning Tue, 5 Jan.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Auckland International on Sat, 5 Dec, arriving in Lusaka.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Lusaka on Tue, 5 Jan, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $3,994, select.

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Frequently asked questions

Which airlines offer direct flights to Lusaka?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct to Lusaka. But we found flights with one or more stops from $2,880.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Lusaka?

The cheapest month to fly to Lusaka is usually November.

How can I find the best flight deal to Lusaka?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Lusaka but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

Can I get a direct flight to Lusaka Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between New Zealand and Lusaka Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How much are return flights to Lusaka?

The best price we found for a return flight to Lusaka is $2,880. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly to Lusaka Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to Lusaka Airport is Thursday, 5 November 2026.

When is the best time to book flights to Lusaka?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Lusaka is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly to Lusaka with?

Currently, Air New Zealand offers the cheapest flight tickets to Lusaka.

Flying to Lusaka

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Cheapest flight found	$2,880
Cheapest month to fly	November

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How to find cheap flights to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)

The lowest price currently available for a one-way flight to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport is $1,563. A round-trip plane ticket to LUN right now is $2,880.
Book when the time is right with Price Alerts. You'll get an email or a notification through the app if the price of tickets to LUN rises or falls.
The earlier you book, the better. You might even be able to pick up some awesome early bird deals on tickets to Lusaka, where Kenneth Kaunda International Airport is located.
Expand your search for cheap flights to Lusaka by choosing the 'Add nearby airports' filter. This will let you browse prices for all the nearest airports at your departure and destination points and could help you save.
If you aren't in a rush to travel to Lusaka, consider taking a longer or less direct route. You might find cheaper plane tickets to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport if you book a flight with a stop or two.

Best time to go to Lusaka

May is typically the cheapest month to catch a flight to Lusaka.
If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll help you find the cheapest month, and even day of the year, for flights to LUN.
If you'd like to experience Lusaka at its liveliest, book your flights to LUN for July. Being on holiday during peak periods generally means more to do and see compared to other times.
December is the quietest period of the year to travel if you prefer a more laid-back vibe. You'll typically find cheaper prices on plane tickets to Lusaka then.
Check the weather conditions before you head off. October brings the warmest days in Lusaka, with averages of between 18ºC and 34ºC.
Temperatures are at their lowest in July, when they range from 9ºC to 29ºC.
Hoping for clearer skies? June is the driest month in Lusaka.
The wettest time of year is January. Visit then and you'll likely get around 21 days of rainfall.

Flying to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN): What you need to know

Travel to Lusaka in one go. These are some of the popular airlines offering direct flights to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport:
If you want to travel with the carrier that has the best track record for punctuality, book your LUN plane ticket with RwandAir. Up to 95% of its flights into this hub arrive as planned.
You'll be arriving in the UTC+2 timezone at LUN.
Eager to catch up on sleep after your flight to LUN? These hotels close to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport offer the perfect place to relax and recharge:
Kenneth Kaunda International Airport has an on-time rating of 68%, which is based on the arrival performance of departing flights. This can be helpful to know if you're planning a tight connection or have somewhere to be not long after landing.
Kenneth Kaunda International Airport is located in Lusaka, Lusaka Province, Zambia.

Getting to central Lusaka from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)

The distance from LUN to central Lusaka is about 27 kilometres.
After touching down from your flight to LUN, expect a drive to the centre of around 35 minutes.
You can expect the ride to take about 1 hour when using public transport.
If you're eager to stay close to the action in Lusaka, drop your bags at one of these comfy hotels:

Lusaka highlights

These leading attractions should be high on your itinerary after stepping off your flight to Lusaka:
- The Lilayi Elephant Nursery: Offering a great first impression of everything the city has to offer, this landmark is around 13 kilometres south of the centre.
- Kapishya Hot Springs: Take a tour of this landmark next. Around 0.97 kilometres north of the city centre, it's well worth stopping by for the full Lusaka experience.

How to get to Mazabuka from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)

Setting out for the nearby city of Mazabuka? It's about 153 kilometres from LUN. It'll take you around 2 hours 45 minutes to reach the centre in a taxi or ride-share.

Travelling from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) to Kafue

Kafue is another city that's easily accessible from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport. It's about 56 kilometres away.
It takes 1 hour 35 minutes or so to drive to Kafue.