Travelling from Dar Es Salaam Airport (DAR) to Lusaka Airport (LUN): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Dar Es Salaam Airport to Lusaka Airport is 2 hours 30 minutes.
Lusaka's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Lusaka one hour behind Dar Es Salaam.
You can choose from five weekly Dar Es Salaam Airport to Lusaka Airport flights. The 11:00 departure with Air Tanzania is the earliest you can take. Turkish Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 23:35.
To ensure you catch your DAR to LUN flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can fly nonstop to Lusaka, Zambia. Book a ticket with one of these carriers offering direct flights from Dar Es Salaam Airport to Lusaka Airport:
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Turkish Airlines on this route.
Turkish Airlines tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for DAR to LUN flights, with 84.21% of services arriving as scheduled.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Dar Es Salaam Airport to Lusaka Airport. These are the top stopovers between DAR and LUN:
Hamad International Airport
Addis Ababa Airport
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dar Es Salaam Airport (DAR) to Lusaka Airport (LUN)
$444 is the lowest price for a one-way Dar Es Salaam Airport to Lusaka Airport flight. A return flight starts at $829. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
Get cheap tickets from DAR to LUN by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
November is the cheapest month for flights from Dar Es Salaam Airport to Lusaka Airport. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from DAR to LUN.
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Handy information about Dar Es Salaam Airport (DAR)
61% of flights taking off from Dar Es Salaam Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
To get to Dar Es Salaam Airport from central Dar Es Salaam, it'll take around 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Dar Es Salaam Airport to Lusaka Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near DAR:
Arriving at Lusaka Airport (LUN)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Dar Es Salaam Airport to Lusaka Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near LUN instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Lusaka Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Avis or Keddy By Europcar and explore beyond Lusaka's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride from Lusaka Airport about three weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Lusaka Airport (LUN) to central Lusaka
Lusaka Airport is roughly 27 kilometres from the centre of Lusaka. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
When to fly to Lusaka Airport (LUN)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Dar Es Salaam Airport to Lusaka Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Lusaka. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from Dar Es Salaam Airport to Lusaka Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. October is the warmest month in Lusaka, with the temperature ranging from 18ºC to 34ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from DAR to LUN in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC and 29ºC on average.


