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

Direct flights usually offer convenience and save travel time, but they are not always the most economical choice. Flights with layovers can sometimes be significantly cheaper, depending on the route and airline. Consider your budget and time constraints when deciding between direct and connecting flights.

Can flexible travel dates help on Maputo to Lusaka flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can often lead to finding more affordable flights. Prices can vary significantly between different days of the week or even within the same week. Using a flexible date search tool may help you pinpoint the cheapest days to fly.

What extra costs should I check before booking Maputo to Lusaka 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. Being aware of these additional fees can help you calculate the true total cost of your trip.

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2026-10-11 – 2026-10-17
MPM - Lusaka
39% AI deal score
$589
$718
Round trip
2026-11-22 – 2026-11-29
MPM - Lusaka
35% AI deal score
$722
$750
Round trip
2026-10-29 – 2026-11-03
MPM - Lusaka
39% AI deal score
$503
$753
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2026-10-28 – 2026-11-04
MPM - Lusaka
39% AI deal score
$491
$753
Round trip
2026-10-27 – 2026-11-04
MPM - Lusaka
39% AI deal score
$478
$753
Round trip
2026-10-27 – 2026-11-03
MPM - Lusaka
39% AI deal score
$495
$753
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2026-10-29 – 2026-11-04
MPM - Lusaka
39% AI deal score
$489
$753
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2026-10-21 – 2026-10-26
MPM - Lusaka
38% AI deal score
$546
$753
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2027-02-19 – 2027-02-26
MPM - Lusaka
38% AI deal score
$390
$758
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2027-03-19 – 2027-03-25
MPM - Lusaka
38% AI deal score
$408
$759
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Maputo to Lusaka: Overview

Insights for flights from Maputo to Lusaka

For cheap flights from Maputo to Lusaka, fares typically range from $425–$512, with a median of $471. Right now, current fares are below the typical level for this route. New deals for this route are infrequent — a price alert helps to catch them.

If you are looking for the cheapest time to fly from Maputo to Lusaka, January stands out with a median fare of $470. Other relatively affordable months include November, with a median fare of $586, and July, where the median fare is $704.

A typical journey from Maputo to Lusaka takes about 6h 10m, including connections. This is because most itineraries connect at least once, with a median of 1 stopover when connecting.

The distance between Maputo and Lusaka is 1,253 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route.

How much is a round trip from Maputo to Lusaka

Regular price: $481 - $738

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

Regular prices for flights from Maputo to Lusaka typically range from $481 to $738. The current lowest deal is $718 with Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique for travel from Oct 11-Oct 17.

now $718

Low $481

High $738

The cheapest time to fly from Maputo to Lusaka

The cheapest month to fly from Maputo to Lusaka is January, with a median price of $470. The most expensive month is September, with a median price of $786. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $470

September

Most Expensive

Flights from $786

Jan

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Direct flights from Maputo to Lusaka

Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique

Proflight Zambia

South African Airways

Airlink

Last-minute flights going from Maputo to Lusaka

Wed, Oct 7

⌛ Last-Minute

MPM - Lusaka

Maputo (MPM) - Lusaka (LUN)

Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique, Key Airlines

$547

$928

One-way

Fri, Oct 9

⌛ Last-Minute

MPM - Lusaka

Maputo (MPM) - Lusaka (LUN)

Airlink, Ethiopian Airlines

$589

$1,798

One-way

Fri, Oct 9

⌛ Last-Minute

MPM - Lusaka

Maputo (MPM) - Lusaka (LUN)

Airlink, Ethiopian Airlines

$520

$1,798

One-way

Fri, Oct 9

⌛ Last-Minute

MPM - Lusaka

Maputo (MPM) - Lusaka (LUN)

Airlink, Ethiopian Airlines

$626

$1,798

One-way

Fri, Oct 9

⌛ Last-Minute

MPM - Lusaka

Maputo (MPM) - Lusaka (LUN)

Airlink, Ethiopian Airlines

$642

$1,812

One-way

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

MPM - Lusaka

Maputo (MPM) - Lusaka (LUN)

South African Airways

$608

$820

One-way

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

5 nights

Nov 4 - Nov 9

$752 → $787

6 nights

Nov 5 - Nov 11

$735 → $774

5 nights

Nov 11 - Nov 16

$744 → $787

4 nights

Nov 26 - Nov 30

$729 → $775

Popular Airports to fly from Maputo to Lusaka

Maputo - Lusaka route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Maputo to Lusaka are above the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically cheapest

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly from Maputo to Lusaka, with a median of $470.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 6h 10m

The typical flight duration from Maputo to Lusaka, with one stop, is 6h 10m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are typical

Connecting flights are typical for this route, with a median of 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique offers deals

Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique has offered 72 deals on this route recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare on this route

Deals from Maputo to Lusaka are rare, appearing infrequently over the last 30 days.

Maputo main airports to depart from

Maputo International (MPM)

Cheapest

Maputo International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Lusaka.

📍 ~5 km from Maputo (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$750

Lusaka main airports to arrive at

Kenneth Kaunda International (LUN)

Cheapest

Kenneth Kaunda International Airport is a convenient arrival point for Lusaka, offering good access to the city.

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

💸 Flights from ~$762

Airports nearby Lusaka used as alternative

Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International (NLA)

Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport is a major hub for the Copperbelt region with frequent domestic and regional flights.

📍 ~260 km from Lusaka (approximately a 4 to 5 hour drive from Lusaka)

💸 Flights from ~$899

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Lusaka

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Best Elite deals to Lusaka

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From MPM

Elite

Oct 15

Lusaka, Zambia

39% AI deal score

$2,892

TAAG Angola Airlines, +1

Business Class

From MPM

Elite

Oct 16

Lusaka, Zambia

39% AI deal score

$13,754

Qatar Airways

Business Class

From MPM

Elite

Oct 20

Lusaka, Zambia

39% AI deal score

$15,398

Qatar Airways

Business Class

From MPM

Elite

Oct 09

Lusaka, Zambia

39% AI deal score

$15,465

Qatar Airways

Business Class

From MPM

Elite

Nov 12

Lusaka, Zambia

39% AI deal score

$17,207

Qatar Airways, +1

Business Class

From MPM

Elite

Oct 15

Lusaka, Zambia

38% AI deal score

$2,892

TAAG Angola Airlines, +1

Business Class

From MPM

Elite

Oct 15

Lusaka, Zambia

38% AI deal score

$2,892

TAAG Angola Airlines, +1

Business Class

From MPM

Elite

Oct 22

Lusaka, Zambia

38% AI deal score

$2,892

TAAG Angola Airlines, +1

Business Class

From MPM

Elite

Oct 15

Lusaka, Zambia

38% AI deal score

$2,905

TAAG Angola Airlines, +1

Business Class

From MPM

Elite

Oct 08

Lusaka, Zambia

38% AI deal score

$3,360

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From MPM

Elite

Oct 08

Lusaka, Zambia

38% AI deal score

$3,657

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From MPM

Elite

Oct 22

Lusaka, Zambia

37% AI deal score

$2,892

TAAG Angola Airlines, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Lusaka

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking sites can also help you identify better deals. Sometimes, flying on weekdays or during off-peak seasons may result in lower fares.

Booking in advance often provides more options and potentially better prices, especially for popular routes. However, last-minute deals can sometimes appear, so it's advisable to monitor prices if your travel dates are flexible. Generally, booking a few months before your intended departure may be beneficial.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes uncover different flight options or potentially lower fares. While not always necessary, it may be a useful strategy if your primary airports show higher prices. Always consider the additional travel time and cost to reach a different airport.

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Maputo to Lusaka: Overview

Insights for flights from Maputo to Lusaka

A typical journey from Maputo to Lusaka takes about 6h 10m, including connections. This is because most itineraries connect at least once, with a median of 1 stopover when connecting.

The distance between Maputo and Lusaka is 1,253 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route.

How much is a round trip from Maputo to Lusaka

Regular price: $481 - $738

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

Regular prices for flights from Maputo to Lusaka typically range from $481 to $738. The current lowest deal is $718 with Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique for travel from Oct 11-Oct 17.

now $718

Low $481

High $738

The cheapest time to fly from Maputo to Lusaka

January

Cheapest

Flights from $470

September

Most Expensive

Flights from $786

Jan

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Direct flights from Maputo to Lusaka

Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique

Proflight Zambia

South African Airways

Airlink

Last-minute flights going from Maputo to Lusaka

Wed, Oct 7

⌛ Last-Minute

MPM - Lusaka

Maputo (MPM) - Lusaka (LUN)

Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique, Key Airlines

$547

$928

One-way

Fri, Oct 9

⌛ Last-Minute

MPM - Lusaka

Maputo (MPM) - Lusaka (LUN)

Airlink, Ethiopian Airlines

$589

$1,798

One-way

Fri, Oct 9

⌛ Last-Minute

MPM - Lusaka

Maputo (MPM) - Lusaka (LUN)

Airlink, Ethiopian Airlines

$520

$1,798

One-way

Fri, Oct 9

⌛ Last-Minute

MPM - Lusaka

Maputo (MPM) - Lusaka (LUN)

Airlink, Ethiopian Airlines

$626

$1,798

One-way

Fri, Oct 9

⌛ Last-Minute

MPM - Lusaka

Maputo (MPM) - Lusaka (LUN)

Airlink, Ethiopian Airlines

$642

$1,812

One-way

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

MPM - Lusaka

Maputo (MPM) - Lusaka (LUN)

South African Airways

$608

$820

One-way

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

5 nights

Nov 4 - Nov 9

$752 → $787

6 nights

Nov 5 - Nov 11

$735 → $774

5 nights

Nov 11 - Nov 16

$744 → $787

4 nights

Nov 26 - Nov 30

$729 → $775

Popular Airports to fly from Maputo to Lusaka

Maputo - Lusaka route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Maputo to Lusaka are above the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically cheapest

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly from Maputo to Lusaka, with a median of $470.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 6h 10m

The typical flight duration from Maputo to Lusaka, with one stop, is 6h 10m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are typical

Connecting flights are typical for this route, with a median of 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique offers deals

Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique has offered 72 deals on this route recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare on this route

Deals from Maputo to Lusaka are rare, appearing infrequently over the last 30 days.

Maputo main airports to depart from

Maputo International (MPM)

Cheapest

Maputo International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Lusaka.

📍 ~5 km from Maputo (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$750

Lusaka main airports to arrive at

Kenneth Kaunda International (LUN)

Cheapest

Kenneth Kaunda International Airport is a convenient arrival point for Lusaka, offering good access to the city.

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

💸 Flights from ~$762

Airports nearby Lusaka used as alternative

Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International (NLA)

Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport is a major hub for the Copperbelt region with frequent domestic and regional flights.

📍 ~260 km from Lusaka (approximately a 4 to 5 hour drive from Lusaka)

💸 Flights from ~$899

Lusaka, Zambia

37% AI deal score

$2,892

TAAG Angola Airlines, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Lusaka

Cheap Flights from Maputo to Lusaka

Today’s best flight deals from Maputo to Lusaka

Maputo to Lusaka: Overview

Insights for flights from Maputo to Lusaka

How much is a round trip from Maputo to Lusaka

The cheapest time to fly from Maputo to Lusaka

Direct flights from Maputo to Lusaka

Last-minute flights going from Maputo to Lusaka

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

Popular Airports to fly from Maputo to Lusaka

Maputo - Lusaka route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

January is historically cheapest

Connecting flights take 6h 10m

Connecting flights are typical

Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique offers deals

Deals are rare on this route

Maputo main airports to depart from

Lusaka main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Lusaka used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Lusaka

Best Elite deals to Lusaka

Oct 15

Oct 16

Oct 20

Oct 09

Nov 12

Oct 15

Oct 15

Oct 22

Oct 15

Oct 08

Oct 08

Oct 22

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Lusaka

How can I find cheap flights from Maputo to Lusaka?

When should I book flights from Maputo to Lusaka?

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

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

Can flexible travel dates help on Maputo to Lusaka flights?

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

Related routes

More routes from Maputo

Flights to Lusaka from other cities

Maputo to Lusaka: Overview

Insights for flights from Maputo to Lusaka

How much is a round trip from Maputo to Lusaka

The cheapest time to fly from Maputo to Lusaka

Direct flights from Maputo to Lusaka

Last-minute flights going from Maputo to Lusaka

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

Popular Airports to fly from Maputo to Lusaka

Maputo - Lusaka route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

January is historically cheapest

Connecting flights take 6h 10m

Connecting flights are typical

Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique offers deals

Deals are rare on this route

Maputo main airports to depart from

Lusaka main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Lusaka used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Lusaka

Best Elite deals to Lusaka

Oct 15

Oct 16

Oct 20

Oct 09

Nov 12

Oct 15

Oct 15

Oct 22

Oct 15

Oct 08

Oct 08

Oct 22

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Lusaka

How can I find cheap flights from Maputo to Lusaka?

When should I book flights from Maputo to Lusaka?

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