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Today’s best flight deals from Dar es Salaam to Lusaka

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June 18 - June 21

Cheapest

Best

Earliest

DAR - Lusaka

$576

$474

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October 22 - October 30

Cheapest

DAR - Lusaka

$482

$474

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August 26 - September 12

Cheapest

DAR - Lusaka

$308

$474

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June 18 - June 30

Earliest

DAR - Lusaka

$497

$475

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July 13 - July 18

DAR - Lusaka

$428

$476

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July 9 - July 17

DAR - Lusaka

$429

$476

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July 7 - July 11

DAR - Lusaka

$445

$476

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September 9 - September 12

DAR - Lusaka

$330

$476

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September 2 - September 12

DAR - Lusaka

$298

$476

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August 19 - September 12

DAR - Lusaka

$303

$476

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Insights for flights from Dar es Salaam to Lusaka

Fares for flights from Dar es Salaam to Lusaka typically range from $341–$557, with a median of $443. Right now, current fares are above the typical level. Unfortunately, right now, 0% of recent fares are classified as a good price, indicating that finding cheap flights from Dar es Salaam to Lusaka may require some flexibility.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Dar es Salaam to Lusaka, November stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $344. Other relatively inexpensive options include April and June, both with median fares of $414. Planning your trip during these months could help you secure a better price.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with only 14.2% of recent fares being direct flights from Dar es Salaam to Lusaka. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 1. This means you should generally expect at least one stop on your journey.

A typical journey from Dar es Salaam to Lusaka takes approximately 8h 30m, including connections. This duration accounts for the fact that most itineraries involve at least one stopover, making the total travel time longer than a direct flight would be.

The distance between Dar es Salaam and Lusaka is 1502 kilometers, classifying this as a medium-haul route. This distance typically involves several hours of flight time, often with a connection, as reflected in the median journey duration.

How much is a round trip from Dar es Salaam to Lusaka

Regular price: $484 - $617

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Dar es Salaam to Lusaka is $484-$617. The current lowest deal is $474 with Ethiopian Airlines, for travel from Jun 18-Jun 21.

now $474

Low $484

High $617

The cheapest time to fly from Dar es Salaam to Lusaka

The cheapest month to fly from Dar es Salaam to Lusaka is November, with a median price of $344. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $580. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

November

Cheapest

Flights from $344

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $580

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Direct flights from Dar es Salaam to Lusaka

Air Tanzania

Last-minute flights going from Dar es Salaam to Lusaka

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Lusaka

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Lusaka (LUN)

Ethiopian Airlines

$576

$474

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Lusaka

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Lusaka (LUN)

Ethiopian Airlines

$497

$475

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Lusaka

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Lusaka (LUN)

Kenya Airways

$530

$491

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Lusaka

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Lusaka (LUN)

Kenya Airways

$519

$531

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Lusaka

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Lusaka (LUN)

Ethiopian Airlines

$579

$536

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Lusaka

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Lusaka (LUN)

Kenya Airways

$530

$557

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Dar es Salaam to Lusaka

3 nights

Jun 18 - Jun 21

$576 → $474

18%

3 nights

Jun 22 - Jun 25

$558 → $492

12%

2 nights

Jun 18 - Jun 20

$579 → $537

7 nights

Jun 18 - Jun 25

$530 → $492

Popular Airports to fly from Dar es Salaam to Lusaka

Dar es Salaam - Lusaka route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Dar es Salaam to Lusaka are above the typical level at $474.

📅 Best time to fly

November is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, November is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $344.

⏱️ Flight duration

The median flight time is 8h 30m

The median flight time from Dar es Salaam to Lusaka is 8 hours and 30 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Air Tanzania offers direct flights

Air Tanzania is an airline offering direct flights for this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air Tanzania has 1 direct deal

Air Tanzania has 1 direct deal from Dar es Salaam to Lusaka.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Historically, deals from Dar es Salaam to Lusaka appear frequently, about 1 per day.

Dar es Salaam main airports to depart from

Julius Nyerere International (DAR)

Cheapest

Julius Nyerere International Airport is a great option for flights from Dar es Salaam to Lusaka.

📍 ~10 km from Dar es Salaam (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$474

Lusaka main airports to arrive at

Kenneth Kaunda International (LUN)

Cheapest

Fly into Lusaka directly from Dar es Salaam for convenient access to the city.

📍 ~15 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$474

Airports nearby Lusaka used as alternative

Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International (NLA)

This airport can be a useful alternative for domestic and regional connections within Zambia.

📍 ~300 km from Lusaka (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$524

Harry Mwanga Nkumbula International (LVI)

This airport offers frequent connections, especially to South Africa, with high service standards.

📍 ~390 km from Lusaka (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$650

Harare International (HRE)

Cheapest

This airport provides extensive global connections and more airline choices, often with lower prices.

📍 ~360 km from Lusaka (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$442

Victoria Falls International (VFA)

This airport has increasing international capacity and is accessible from the Livingstone area.

📍 ~390 km from Lusaka (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$572

Lubumbashi International (FBM)

This airport offers alternative international access to the Copperbelt region and beyond.

📍 ~400 km from Lusaka (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$580

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Lusaka

Lusaka, Zambia

37% AI deal score

$1,712

From DAR

Elite

Jun 24

Lusaka, Zambia

37% AI deal score

$1,712

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Lusaka

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Dar es Salaam to Lusaka is typically between 14 and 27 days before departure. During this period, the average price was around $428. Prices tend to be higher for last-minute bookings, with flights purchased 0-6 days out averaging $676. Booking 7-13 days in advance saw an average price of $450, while flights booked 60+ days out averaged $459.

A good deal for a flight from Dar es Salaam to Lusaka is considered to be $341 or less, based on historical data across the trailing quarter. The median price for this route was $443. Prices above $557 typically fall into the more expensive range. By aiming for prices at or below the good deal threshold, travelers can often secure better value.

Historically, November has been the cheapest month to fly from Dar es Salaam to Lusaka, with a median price of $344. April and June also offered relatively lower median prices at $414 each. The annual median price for this route was $443. Travelers looking for more affordable options may consider planning their trips during these months.

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