Are direct flights from Lusaka to Nairobi always the best option?

Direct flights are often the most convenient as they save time and avoid layovers. However, connecting flights can sometimes be more affordable. It's often worth comparing both direct and indirect options to find what best suits your budget and schedule.

Can flexible travel dates help on Lusaka to Nairobi flights?

Being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact flight prices. Flying on weekdays or during off-peak seasons may offer more economical fares. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days can sometimes reveal cheaper options.

What extra costs should I check before booking Lusaka to Nairobi flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. Factor these into your total travel budget.

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2026-11-09 – 2026-11-12
LUN - Nairobi
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Lusaka to Nairobi: Overview

Insights for flights from Lusaka to Nairobi

For cheap flights from Lusaka to Nairobi, fares typically range from $754–$1295, with a median of $1043. Right now, current fares are significantly below the typical level, with 1% of recent fares classified as a good price.

If you are looking for the cheapest time to fly from Lusaka to Nairobi, the data indicates that June is the most affordable month, with a median fare of $280. February also offers lower prices, with a median of $329, followed by March at a median of $512.

The journey from Lusaka to Nairobi covers a distance of 1814 km, classifying this as a medium-haul route.

A typical journey from Lusaka to Nairobi takes about 2h 40m. However, since most itineraries connect at least once, the median connecting journey time is 13h 58m. Only 7% of recent fares are for direct flights from Lusaka to Nairobi, meaning most itineraries connect at least once, typically with 2 stopovers.

How much is a round trip from Lusaka to Nairobi

Regular price: $395 - $884

Prices for flights from Lusaka to Nairobi are currently within the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from Lusaka to Nairobi typically range from $395 to $884. The current lowest deal is $447 with Ethiopian Airlines for travel from November 9 to November 12.

now $447

Low $395

High $884

The cheapest time to fly from Lusaka to Nairobi

The cheapest month to fly from Lusaka to Nairobi is June, with a median price of $280. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $1158. Prices are generally lower from January to August.

June

Cheapest

Flights from $280

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,158

Jan

Feb

Mar

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Lusaka to Nairobi

Kenya Airways

Last-minute flights going from Lusaka to Nairobi

Thu, Oct 8

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Nairobi

Lusaka (LUN) - Nairobi (NBO)

Rwandair Express

$603

$516

One-way

Sat, Oct 10

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Nairobi

Lusaka (LUN) - Nairobi (NBO)

Rwandair Express

$595

$504

One-way

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Nairobi

Lusaka (LUN) - Nairobi (NBO)

Rwandair Express

$475

$468

One-way

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Nairobi

Lusaka (LUN) - Nairobi (NBO)

Rwandair Express

$559

$499

One-way

Mon, Oct 19

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Nairobi

Lusaka (LUN) - Nairobi (NBO)

Rwandair Express

$518

$461

One-way

Tue, Oct 20

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Nairobi

Lusaka (LUN) - Nairobi (NBO)

Rwandair Express

$512

$469

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Lusaka to Nairobi

5 nights

Dec 13 - Dec 18

$551 → $354

36%

15 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 18

$503 → $354

30%

7 nights

Jan 20 - Jan 27

$497 → $354

29%

8 nights

Oct 19 - Oct 27

$455 → $334

27%

Popular Airports to fly from Lusaka to Nairobi

Lusaka - Nairobi route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares for Lusaka to Nairobi are below the typical level, with a median of $1043.

📅 Best time to fly

Cheapest months are June, February, and March

Historically, June ($280), February ($329), and March ($512) offer the lowest median prices.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 2h 40m

The typical direct flight from Lusaka to Nairobi is 2 hours and 40 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 7% of recent flights are direct, with connecting flights typically having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Kenya Airways offers direct flights

Kenya Airways is an available option for direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals for flights from Lusaka to Nairobi are historically rare.

Lusaka main airports to depart from

Kenneth Kaunda International (LUN)

Cheapest

Kenneth Kaunda International (LUN) is a good option for flights from Lusaka to Nairobi.

📍 ~15 km from Lusaka city center.

💸 Flights from ~$355

Nairobi main airports to arrive at

Jomo Kenyatta International (NBO)

Cheapest

Jomo Kenyatta International is a primary arrival airport for flights from Lusaka to Nairobi.

📍 ~12 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$409

Airports nearby Nairobi used as alternative

Kilimanjaro International (JRO)

Kilimanjaro International is a major international airport and a reliable alternative for international travelers, though it requires a border crossing.

📍 ~210 km from Nairobi (approximately 4-5 hours by road)

💸 Flights from ~$751

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From LUN

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Nov 11

Nairobi, Kenya

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$1,473

$829

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Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From LUN

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Nov 20

Nairobi, Kenya

86% AI deal score

$1,461

$829

Save $632

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Business Class

From LUN

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Nov 11

Nairobi, Kenya

86% AI deal score

$1,534

$839

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Business Class

From LUN

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Oct 24

Nairobi, Kenya

86% AI deal score

$1,642

$873

Save $769

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Business Class

From LUN

Elite

Oct 24

Nairobi, Kenya

86% AI deal score

$1,664

$873

Save $791

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Business Class

From LUN

Elite

Oct 24

Nairobi, Kenya

86% AI deal score

$1,647

$873

Save $774

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From LUN

Elite

Oct 24

Nairobi, Kenya

86% AI deal score

$1,640

$873

Save $767

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From LUN

Elite

Oct 23

Nairobi, Kenya

86% AI deal score

$1,653

$876

Save $777

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Business Class

From LUN

Elite

Oct 30

Nairobi, Kenya

84% AI deal score

$1,730

$1,023

Save $707

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From LUN

Elite

Oct 31

Nairobi, Kenya

84% AI deal score

$1,748

$1,024

Save $724

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Business Class

From LUN

Elite

Oct 17

Nairobi, Kenya

84% AI deal score

$1,981

$1,122

Save $859

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From LUN

Elite

Nov 14

Nairobi, Kenya

83% AI deal score

$1,590

$1,023

Save $567

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Nairobi

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Using flight comparison sites can help you see various options across different airlines. Look out for deals and promotions that may be available.

Booking flights in advance often provides more options and potentially better prices. However, last-minute deals can sometimes appear, so monitoring prices over time may be beneficial. There isn't a single best time that guarantees the lowest fare.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes reveal different flight options or prices. While it may require additional ground transportation, it could potentially lead to savings. Always consider the total cost and travel time when choosing this option.

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Lusaka to Nairobi: Overview

Insights for flights from Lusaka to Nairobi

The journey from Lusaka to Nairobi covers a distance of 1814 km, classifying this as a medium-haul route.

How much is a round trip from Lusaka to Nairobi

Regular price: $395 - $884

Prices for flights from Lusaka to Nairobi are currently within the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from Lusaka to Nairobi typically range from $395 to $884. The current lowest deal is $447 with Ethiopian Airlines for travel from November 9 to November 12.

now $447

Low $395

High $884

The cheapest time to fly from Lusaka to Nairobi

June

Cheapest

Flights from $280

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,158

Jan

Feb

Mar

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Lusaka to Nairobi

Kenya Airways

Last-minute flights going from Lusaka to Nairobi

Thu, Oct 8

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Nairobi

Lusaka (LUN) - Nairobi (NBO)

Rwandair Express

$603

$516

One-way

Sat, Oct 10

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Nairobi

Lusaka (LUN) - Nairobi (NBO)

Rwandair Express

$595

$504

One-way

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Nairobi

Lusaka (LUN) - Nairobi (NBO)

Rwandair Express

$475

$468

One-way

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Nairobi

Lusaka (LUN) - Nairobi (NBO)

Rwandair Express

$559

$499

One-way

Mon, Oct 19

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Nairobi

Lusaka (LUN) - Nairobi (NBO)

Rwandair Express

$518

$461

One-way

Tue, Oct 20

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Nairobi

Lusaka (LUN) - Nairobi (NBO)

Rwandair Express

$512

$469

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Lusaka to Nairobi

5 nights

Dec 13 - Dec 18

$551 → $354

36%

15 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 18

$503 → $354

30%

7 nights

Jan 20 - Jan 27

$497 → $354

29%

8 nights

Oct 19 - Oct 27

$455 → $334

27%

Popular Airports to fly from Lusaka to Nairobi

Lusaka - Nairobi route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares for Lusaka to Nairobi are below the typical level, with a median of $1043.

📅 Best time to fly

Cheapest months are June, February, and March

Historically, June ($280), February ($329), and March ($512) offer the lowest median prices.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 2h 40m

The typical direct flight from Lusaka to Nairobi is 2 hours and 40 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 7% of recent flights are direct, with connecting flights typically having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Kenya Airways offers direct flights

Kenya Airways is an available option for direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals for flights from Lusaka to Nairobi are historically rare.

Lusaka main airports to depart from

Kenneth Kaunda International (LUN)

Cheapest

Kenneth Kaunda International (LUN) is a good option for flights from Lusaka to Nairobi.

📍 ~15 km from Lusaka city center.

💸 Flights from ~$355

Nairobi main airports to arrive at

Jomo Kenyatta International (NBO)

Cheapest

Jomo Kenyatta International is a primary arrival airport for flights from Lusaka to Nairobi.

📍 ~12 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$409

Airports nearby Nairobi used as alternative

Kilimanjaro International (JRO)

Kilimanjaro International is a major international airport and a reliable alternative for international travelers, though it requires a border crossing.

Nairobi, Kenya

83% AI deal score

$1,590

$1,023

Save $567

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Nairobi

Cheap Flights from Lusaka to Nairobi

Today’s best flight deals from Lusaka to Nairobi

Lusaka to Nairobi: Overview

Insights for flights from Lusaka to Nairobi

How much is a round trip from Lusaka to Nairobi

The cheapest time to fly from Lusaka to Nairobi

Direct flights from Lusaka to Nairobi

Last-minute flights going from Lusaka to Nairobi

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Lusaka to Nairobi

Popular Airports to fly from Lusaka to Nairobi

Lusaka - Nairobi route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Cheapest months are June, February, and March

Direct flights average 2h 40m

Connecting flights are dominant

Kenya Airways offers direct flights

Deals are rare for this route

Lusaka main airports to depart from

Nairobi main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Nairobi used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Nairobi

Best Elite deals to Nairobi

Nov 11

Nov 20

Nov 11

Oct 24

Oct 24

Oct 24

Oct 24

Oct 23

Oct 30

Oct 31

Oct 17

Nov 14

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Nairobi

How can I find cheap flights from Lusaka to Nairobi?

When should I book flights from Lusaka to Nairobi?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Lusaka to Nairobi?

Are direct flights from Lusaka to Nairobi always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Lusaka to Nairobi flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Lusaka to Nairobi flights?

Related routes

More routes from Lusaka

Flights to Nairobi from other cities

Lusaka to Nairobi: Overview

Insights for flights from Lusaka to Nairobi

How much is a round trip from Lusaka to Nairobi

The cheapest time to fly from Lusaka to Nairobi

Direct flights from Lusaka to Nairobi

Last-minute flights going from Lusaka to Nairobi

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Lusaka to Nairobi

Popular Airports to fly from Lusaka to Nairobi

Lusaka - Nairobi route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Cheapest months are June, February, and March

Direct flights average 2h 40m

Connecting flights are dominant

Kenya Airways offers direct flights

Deals are rare for this route

Lusaka main airports to depart from

Nairobi main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Nairobi used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Nairobi

Best Elite deals to Nairobi

Nov 11

Nov 20

Nov 11

Oct 24

Oct 24

Oct 24

Oct 24

Oct 23

Oct 30

Oct 31

Oct 17

Nov 14

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Nairobi

How can I find cheap flights from Lusaka to Nairobi?

When should I book flights from Lusaka to Nairobi?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Lusaka to Nairobi?