Can I fly direct from Lusaka to Nairobi?

Yes, direct flights from Lusaka to Nairobi are available. Historically, approximately 23.7% of all flights on this route have been direct. For journeys that include stopovers, travelers typically experience one stop. While direct options exist, a significant portion of flights involve at least one connection.

How long does it take to fly from Lusaka to Nairobi?

A direct flight from Lusaka to Nairobi typically takes approximately 2 hours and 50 minutes, covering a distance of 1814 kilometers. For flights that include one stop, the median travel time extends significantly to about 9 hours and 30 minutes. Travelers should account for these differences when planning their journey, as connecting flights can add substantial duration to the trip.

How often do Lusaka to Nairobi flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Lusaka to Nairobi route have shown frequent drops across the trailing quarter. This indicates that opportunities for finding lower fares arise regularly. Travelers monitoring this route may observe price fluctuations that could lead to more affordable booking options.

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Lusaka to Nairobi: Overview

Insights for flights from Lusaka to Nairobi

For flights from Lusaka to Nairobi, fares typically range from $388 to $593, with a median of $492. Right now, fares are near the typical level for this route. Only 4% of recent fares were classified as a good price, suggesting that finding exceptionally low prices can be challenging.

When considering cheap flights from Lusaka to Nairobi, the most affordable times to fly are often August and December, both with a median fare of $410. October also presents a good option, with a median fare of $417. New deals appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert can help you track fare changes for these months.

A typical journey from Lusaka to Nairobi takes about 7h 35m, including connections. Most itineraries on this route connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers for connecting flights being 1. Only 23.7% of recent fares were for direct flights from Lusaka to Nairobi, indicating that non-stop options are less common.

The distance between Lusaka and Nairobi is 1,814 kilometers, classifying this as a medium-haul flight. This distance means you can expect a journey that is longer than a short regional hop but typically shorter than intercontinental travel.

How much is a round trip from Lusaka to Nairobi

Regular price: $477 - $669

Prices from Lusaka to Nairobi are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Lusaka to Nairobi is between $477 and $669. The current lowest deal is $397 with Rwandair Express for travel from Aug 21-Aug 23.

now $397

Low $477

High $669

The cheapest time to fly from Lusaka to Nairobi

The cheapest month to fly from Lilongwe to Nairobi is August, with a median price of $410. The most expensive month is September, with a median price of $828. Prices are generally lower from May to December.

August

Cheapest

Flights from $410

September

Most Expensive

Flights from $828

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Direct flights from Lusaka to Nairobi

Kenya Airways

Last-minute flights going from Lusaka to Nairobi

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Nairobi

Lusaka (LUN) - Nairobi (NBO)

Ethiopian Airlines

$483

$357

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Nairobi

Lusaka (LUN) - Nairobi (NBO)

Ethiopian Airlines

$758

$592

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Nairobi

Lusaka (LUN) - Nairobi (NBO)

Ethiopian Airlines

$653

$593

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

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LUN - Nairobi

Lusaka (LUN) - Nairobi (NBO)

Ethiopian Airlines

$681

$571

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

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LUN - Nairobi

Lusaka (LUN) - Nairobi (NBO)

Ethiopian Airlines

$626

$581

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Nairobi

Lusaka (LUN) - Nairobi (NBO)

Ethiopian Airlines

$679

$572

One-way

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

6 nights

Aug 25 - Aug 31

$574 → $399

31%

3 nights

Aug 1 - Aug 4

$758 → $592

22%

4 nights

Dec 24 - Dec 28

$587 → $439

25%

2 nights

Aug 28 - Aug 30

$589 → $441

25%

Popular Airports to fly from Lusaka to Nairobi

Lusaka - Nairobi route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Lusaka to Nairobi are below the typical level, with 4% good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in August or December for median prices of $410

Historically, August and December offer the lowest median prices at $410 for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typical flight time is 7h 35m

The median flight duration from Lusaka to Nairobi is 7 hours and 35 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Connecting flights make up 76.3% of options, with a median of 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Kenya Airways offers direct flights

Kenya Airways provides direct flight options for the Lusaka to Nairobi route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Lusaka to Nairobi are frequent, appearing often.

Lusaka main airports to depart from

Kenneth Kaunda International (LUN)

Cheapest

Departing from Lusaka, Kenneth Kaunda International Airport offers the cheapest flights to Nairobi.

📍 ~20 km from Lusaka city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$390

Nairobi main airports to arrive at

Jomo Kenyatta International (NBO)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~10 km from Nairobi city center.

💸 Flights from ~$390

Airports nearby Nairobi used as alternative

Kilimanjaro International (JRO)

Cheapest

Consider this airport for international travel, though it requires crossing an international border into Tanzania.

📍 ~290 km from Nairobi (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$507

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Nairobi

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Nairobi

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Lusaka to Nairobi is typically between 28 and 59 days prior to departure. During this period, the average price for a flight is around $450. Booking within 0-6 days of departure sees prices rise to an average of $570, while booking more than 60 days out can result in an average price of $642. Planning your trip within the recommended window can help secure more favorable fares.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Lusaka to Nairobi is considered to be $388 or less. The median price for this route has been $492. Prices can vary, with 75% of fares typically falling below $593. Aiming for a price at or below the $388 threshold indicates a particularly favorable deal.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Lusaka to Nairobi typically include August and December, both with a median price of $410. October also offers competitive pricing, with a median of $417. These months tend to be more affordable compared to the annual median price of $492 for this route. Travelers looking for lower fares may find these periods advantageous.

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Lusaka to Nairobi: Overview

Insights for flights from Lusaka to Nairobi

How much is a round trip from Lusaka to Nairobi

Regular price: $477 - $669

Prices from Lusaka to Nairobi are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Lusaka to Nairobi is between $477 and $669. The current lowest deal is $397 with Rwandair Express for travel from Aug 21-Aug 23.

now $397

Low $477

High $669

The cheapest time to fly from Lusaka to Nairobi

August

Cheapest

Flights from $410

September

Most Expensive

Flights from $828

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

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Dec