Can I fly direct from Windhoek to Lusaka?

Direct flights from Windhoek to Lusaka are available, but they represent a smaller portion of the overall flight options. Historically, approximately 20% of flights on this route have been direct. For flights with stopovers, travelers typically encounter one stop on average. This means that while direct options exist, many routes will involve at least one connection.

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

The direct flight from Windhoek to Lusaka typically takes about 2 hours and 10 minutes, covering a distance of 1401 kilometers. If your journey includes one stop, the median flight time historically extends to approximately 7 hours and 5 minutes. This duration includes the layover time, making direct flights significantly faster for this route.

How often do Windhoek to Lusaka flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Windhoek to Lusaka route have shown frequent drops. This indicates that travelers may often find opportunities for lower fares. Over the trailing 30 days, this route has consistently been categorized as having frequent price fluctuations, suggesting that monitoring prices can be beneficial for securing a good deal.

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Windhoek to Lusaka: Overview

Insights for flights from Windhoek to Lusaka

Most itineraries for flights from Windhoek to Lusaka connect at least once, with only 20% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 1. This means that while direct options exist, you will likely encounter itineraries with at least one stop.

Right now, fares for cheap flights from Windhoek to Lusaka typically range from $429–$525, with a median of $464. Current fares are significantly above the typical level, indicating higher prices than usual. Currently, 0% of recent fares are classified as a good price, suggesting that finding a deal might be challenging at this time.

If you are looking for the cheapest time to fly from Windhoek to Lusaka, February stands out with a median fare of $387. Other affordable months include October, with a median fare of $422, and September, where the median fare is $432. These months offer lower prices compared to the overall median.

A typical journey from Windhoek to Lusaka, including connections, takes about 7h 5m. This duration accounts for the fact that most itineraries involve at least one stopover, as direct flights are less common on this route. New deals for this route appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert could be beneficial.

The distance between Windhoek and Lusaka is 1401 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. This means you can expect a relatively quick travel experience, even with potential connections.

How much is a round trip from Windhoek to Lusaka

Regular price: $556 - $724

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

The regular price range for flights from Windhoek to Lusaka is between $556 and $724. The current lowest deal is $658 with Ethiopian Airlines for travel from Dec 22 to Jan 12.

now $658

Low $556

High $724

The cheapest time to fly from Windhoek to Lusaka

The cheapest month to fly from Windhoek to Lusaka is February, with a median price of $387. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $481. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $387

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $481

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Windhoek to Lusaka

Proflight Zambia

Last-minute flights going from Windhoek to Lusaka

Fri, Sep 11

⌛ Last-Minute

WDH - Lusaka

Windhoek (WDH) - Lusaka (LUN)

Proflight Zambia

$659

$823

One-way

Mon, Sep 21

⌛ Last-Minute

WDH - Lusaka

Windhoek (WDH) - Lusaka (LUN)

South African Airways

$519

$736

One-way

Sat, Oct 3

⌛ Last-Minute

WDH - Lusaka

Windhoek (WDH) - Lusaka (LUN)

South African Airways

$550

$785

One-way

Tue, Oct 6

⌛ Last-Minute

WDH - Lusaka

Windhoek (WDH) - Lusaka (LUN)

South African Airways

$535

$681

One-way

Sat, Oct 17

⌛ Last-Minute

WDH - Lusaka

Windhoek (WDH) - Lusaka (LUN)

Airlink

$529

$764

One-way

Mon, Oct 19

⌛ Last-Minute

WDH - Lusaka

Windhoek (WDH) - Lusaka (LUN)

South African Airways

$529

$641

One-way

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

14 nights

Dec 20 - Jan 3

$697 → $661

7 nights

Oct 12 - Oct 19

$529 → $660

25%

6 nights

Sep 24 - Sep 30

$479 → $613

28%

7 nights

Oct 14 - Oct 21

$529 → $672

27%

Popular Airports to fly from Windhoek to Lusaka

Windhoek - Lusaka route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Windhoek to Lusaka are above the typical level historically.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in February for the best prices

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $387.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights average 7h 5m

The typical flight duration from Windhoek to Lusaka is 7 hours and 5 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 80% of routes, with a median of 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Proflight Zambia offers direct flights

Proflight Zambia is an option for direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Windhoek to Lusaka are typically frequent, appearing within 30 days.

Windhoek main airports to depart from

Eros (ERS)

Eros Airport is a convenient option for flights from Windhoek to Lusaka.

📍 ~6 km from city center (reachable by car)

Hosea Kutako International (WDH)

Hosea Kutako International Airport is a good choice for flights from Windhoek to Lusaka.

📍 ~43 km from city center (reachable by car)

Lusaka main airports to arrive at

Kenneth Kaunda International (LUN)

Cheapest

Kenneth Kaunda International Airport is the primary arrival airport for flights to Lusaka from Windhoek.

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

💸 Flights from ~$657

Airports nearby Lusaka used as alternative

Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International (NLA)

Consider Ndola as an alternative, offering connections as Zambia's second largest international airport.

📍 ~270 km from Lusaka (approximately a 4 to 5 hour drive from Lusaka)

💸 Flights from ~$840

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Lusaka

$2,382

Save $175

South African Airways, +1

Business Class

From WDH

Elite

Sep 23

Lusaka, Zambia

49% AI deal score

$2,153

$1,992

Save $161

South African Airways

Business Class

From WDH

Elite

Sep 24

Lusaka, Zambia

49% AI deal score

$2,187

$2,064

Save $123

South African Airways

Business Class

From WDH

Elite

Sep 23

Lusaka, Zambia

49% AI deal score

$2,195

$2,068

Save $127

South African Airways

Business Class

From WDH

Elite

Sep 28

Lusaka, Zambia

49% AI deal score

$2,280

$2,102

Save $178

South African Airways

Business Class

From WDH

Elite

Dec 11

Lusaka, Zambia

49% AI deal score

$2,226

$2,110

Save $116

South African Airways

Business Class

From WDH

Elite

Sep 24

Lusaka, Zambia

49% AI deal score

$2,334

$2,135

Save $199

South African Airways

Business Class

From WDH

Elite

Sep 11

Lusaka, Zambia

49% AI deal score

$2,335

$2,212

Save $123

South African Airways, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Lusaka

Historically, the best time to purchase tickets for flights from Windhoek to Lusaka is 60+ days before departure. During this period, the average price was around $455. Prices tend to be higher closer to the travel date, with fares averaging $533 for tickets bought 0-6 days out. Across the trailing 90 days, prices fluctuated, but booking well in advance typically offered the most savings.

A good price for a flight from Windhoek to Lusaka is typically considered to be $429 or less. Historically, the median price for this route has been around $464 over the trailing 90 days. Fares can go up to $525 or more, so finding a ticket at or below the $429 threshold represents a notable saving.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Windhoek to Lusaka include February, with a median price of $387, and October, with a median of $422. September also offered competitive prices, with a median of $432. The annual median price for this route across the trailing 270 days was $464, indicating that these months typically offer better value.

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Windhoek to Lusaka: Overview

Insights for flights from Windhoek to Lusaka

How much is a round trip from Windhoek to Lusaka

Regular price: $556 - $724

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

The regular price range for flights from Windhoek to Lusaka is between $556 and $724. The current lowest deal is $658 with Ethiopian Airlines for travel from Dec 22 to Jan 12.

now $658

Low $556

High $724

The cheapest time to fly from Windhoek to Lusaka

February

Cheapest

Flights from $387

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $481

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Windhoek to Lusaka

Proflight Zambia

Last-minute flights going from Windhoek to Lusaka

Fri, Sep 11

⌛ Last-Minute

WDH - Lusaka

Windhoek (WDH) - Lusaka (LUN)

Proflight Zambia

$659

$823

One-way

Mon, Sep 21

⌛ Last-Minute

WDH - Lusaka

Windhoek (WDH) - Lusaka (LUN)

South African Airways

$519

$736

One-way

Sat, Oct 3

⌛ Last-Minute

WDH - Lusaka

Windhoek (WDH) - Lusaka (LUN)

South African Airways

$550

$785

One-way

Tue, Oct 6

⌛ Last-Minute

WDH - Lusaka

Windhoek (WDH) - Lusaka (LUN)

South African Airways

$535

$681

One-way

Sat, Oct 17

⌛ Last-Minute

WDH - Lusaka

Windhoek (WDH) - Lusaka (LUN)

Airlink

$529

$764

One-way

Mon, Oct 19

⌛ Last-Minute

WDH - Lusaka

Windhoek (WDH) - Lusaka (LUN)

South African Airways

$529

$641

One-way

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

14 nights

Dec 20 - Jan 3

$697 → $661

7 nights

Oct 12 - Oct 19

$529 → $660

25%

6 nights

Sep 24 - Sep 30

$479 → $613

28%

7 nights

Oct 14 - Oct 21

$529 → $672

27%

Popular Airports to fly from Windhoek to Lusaka

Windhoek - Lusaka route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Windhoek to Lusaka are above the typical level historically.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in February for the best prices

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $387.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights average 7h 5m

The typical flight duration from Windhoek to Lusaka is 7 hours and 5 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 80% of routes, with a median of 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Proflight Zambia offers direct flights

Proflight Zambia is an option for direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Windhoek to Lusaka are typically frequent, appearing within 30 days.

Windhoek main airports to depart from

Eros (ERS)

Eros Airport is a convenient option for flights from Windhoek to Lusaka.

📍 ~6 km from city center (reachable by car)

Hosea Kutako International (WDH)

Hosea Kutako International Airport is a good choice for flights from Windhoek to Lusaka.

📍 ~43 km from city center (reachable by car)

Lusaka main airports to arrive at

Kenneth Kaunda International (LUN)

Cheapest

Kenneth Kaunda International Airport is the primary arrival airport for flights to Lusaka from Windhoek.

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

💸 Flights from ~$657

Airports nearby Lusaka used as alternative

Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International (NLA)

Consider Ndola as an alternative, offering connections as Zambia's second largest international airport.

Lusaka, Zambia

49% AI deal score

$2,335

$2,212

Save $123

South African Airways, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Lusaka

Cheap Flights from Windhoek to Lusaka

Today’s best flight deals from Windhoek to Lusaka

Windhoek to Lusaka: Overview

Insights for flights from Windhoek to Lusaka

How much is a round trip from Windhoek to Lusaka

The cheapest time to fly from Windhoek to Lusaka

Direct flights from Windhoek to Lusaka

Last-minute flights going from Windhoek to Lusaka

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

Popular Airports to fly from Windhoek to Lusaka

Windhoek - Lusaka route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in February for the best prices

Flights average 7h 5m

Connecting flights are dominant

Proflight Zambia offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

Windhoek 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

Sep 23

Sep 15

Sep 23

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Sep 11

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Dec 11

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Lusaka

When should I buy Windhoek to Lusaka tickets?

What's a cheap fare from Windhoek to Lusaka?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Windhoek to Lusaka?

Can I fly direct from Windhoek to Lusaka?

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

How often do Windhoek to Lusaka flight prices drop?

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Flights to Lusaka from other cities

Windhoek to Lusaka: Overview

Insights for flights from Windhoek to Lusaka

How much is a round trip from Windhoek to Lusaka

The cheapest time to fly from Windhoek to Lusaka

Direct flights from Windhoek to Lusaka

Last-minute flights going from Windhoek to Lusaka

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

Popular Airports to fly from Windhoek to Lusaka

Windhoek - Lusaka route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in February for the best prices

Flights average 7h 5m

Connecting flights are dominant

Proflight Zambia offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

Windhoek 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

Sep 23

Sep 15

Sep 23

Sep 23

Sep 11

Sep 23

Sep 24

Sep 23

Sep 28

Dec 11

Sep 24

Sep 11

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Lusaka

When should I buy Windhoek to Lusaka tickets?

What's a cheap fare from Windhoek to Lusaka?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Windhoek to Lusaka?