Can I fly direct from Windhoek to Lusaka?

Historically, approximately 20% of flights from Windhoek to Lusaka have been direct. This indicates that direct options are available but not always the most common. When a direct flight is not chosen, connecting flights typically involve one stopover. Travelers should consider both direct and connecting options when planning their journey.

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

A direct flight from Windhoek to Lusaka typically takes about 2 hours and 10 minutes, covering a distance of 1401 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median travel time historically extends to approximately 7 hours and 5 minutes. This includes the layover duration. Travelers should account for the longer travel time if they opt for a connecting flight.

How often do Windhoek to Lusaka flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Windhoek to Lusaka route have been classified as dropping frequently. This suggests that price fluctuations are common, offering travelers opportunities to find deals. Over the trailing 30 days, this route has shown consistent price drops. Travelers may benefit from monitoring prices regularly to catch these frequent reductions.

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2026-09-16 – 2026-09-23
WDH - Lusaka
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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. When connecting, the typical number of stopovers is 1. This means you will likely have at least one layover on your journey, which can influence both the total travel time and the overall cost of your ticket.

If you are looking for cheap flights from Windhoek to Lusaka, the fares typically range from $429 to $525, with a median price of $464. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level, indicating that prices are higher than usual for this route. New deals for this route appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert could be beneficial to track fluctuations.

The cheapest time to fly from Windhoek to Lusaka is typically during February, when the median fare is around $387. Other affordable months include October, with a median fare of $422, and September, where the median fare is $432. Planning your trip during these months could help you secure a more budget-friendly ticket.

A typical journey from Windhoek to Lusaka takes approximately 7h 5m, including connections. This duration accounts for the fact that most itineraries involve at least one stopover. The total travel time can vary depending on the specific layover duration and the number of connections on your chosen flight.

The distance between Windhoek and Lusaka is approximately 1,401 kilometers. This classifies the route as a short-haul flight, meaning it is a relatively short distance that typically involves a few hours of flight time.

How much is a round trip from Windhoek to Lusaka

Regular price: $419 - $648

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

The regular price range for flights from Windhoek to Lusaka is between $419 and $648. The current lowest deal is $655 with Ethiopian Airlines, for travel from Sep 3-Sep 9.

now $655

Low $419

High $648

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

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Direct flights from Windhoek to Lusaka

Proflight Zambia

Last-minute flights going from Windhoek to Lusaka

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

WDH - Lusaka

Windhoek (WDH) - Lusaka (LUN)

Airlink, Key Airlines

$721

$702

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

WDH - Lusaka

Windhoek (WDH) - Lusaka (LUN)

South African Airways

$614

$740

One-way

Mon, Aug 24

⌛ Last-Minute

WDH - Lusaka

Windhoek (WDH) - Lusaka (LUN)

$529

$770

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

WDH - Lusaka

Windhoek (WDH) - Lusaka (LUN)

Ethiopian Airlines

$480

$663

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

WDH - Lusaka

Windhoek (WDH) - Lusaka (LUN)

Ethiopian Airlines

$479

$655

One-way

Sun, Sep 6

⌛ Last-Minute

WDH - Lusaka

Windhoek (WDH) - Lusaka (LUN)

South African Airways

$427

$723

One-way

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

7 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 15

$722 → $663

8 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 16

$718 → $663

6 nights

Aug 1 - Aug 7

$705 → $665

4 nights

Aug 6 - Aug 10

$650 → $720

11%

Popular Airports to fly from Windhoek to Lusaka

Windhoek - Lusaka route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Windhoek to Lusaka are above the typical level at $655.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically cheapest

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

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 7h 5m

Flights from Windhoek to Lusaka typically take 7 hours 5 minutes with one stop.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with 1 stop being typical.

🏆 Airline highlight

Proflight Zambia offers direct flights

Proflight Zambia has offered direct flights on the Windhoek to Lusaka route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights between Windhoek and Lusaka are frequent, appearing every 30 days.

Windhoek main airports to depart from

Hosea Kutako International (WDH)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~45 km from Windhoek city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$642

Eros (ERS)

Eros Airport is an alternative departure airport for flights from Windhoek to Lusaka.

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

💸 Flights from ~$642

Lusaka main airports to arrive at

Kenneth Kaunda International (LUN)

Cheapest

Kenneth Kaunda International Airport is a good choice for direct access to Lusaka.

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

💸 Flights from ~$642

Airports nearby Lusaka used as alternative

Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International (NLA)

Consider Ndola as an alternative, offering connections to the Copperbelt region and reliable road access to Lusaka.

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

💸 Flights from ~$976

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Lusaka

41% AI deal score

$1,989

From WDH

Elite

Aug 30

Lusaka, Zambia

41% AI deal score

$2,033

From WDH

Elite

Jul 16

Lusaka, Zambia

41% AI deal score

$2,035

From WDH

Elite

Jul 24

Lusaka, Zambia

41% AI deal score

$2,050

From WDH

Elite

Jul 16

Lusaka, Zambia

40% AI deal score

$2,000

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Lusaka

Historically, the best time to purchase tickets for flights from Windhoek to Lusaka has been 60+ days before departure. During this period, the average price was around $455. Prices typically increase as the departure date approaches, with flights booked 0-6 days out averaging $533. For those booking 7-13 days in advance, the average price was $528, while 14-27 days out saw an average of $565. Across the trailing 90 days, booking well in advance generally offered better value.

Historically, a good price for a flight from Windhoek to Lusaka has been around $429 or less. This figure represents the 25th percentile of prices observed over the trailing 90 days. The median price for this route during that period was $464, while prices at the 75th percentile reached $525. Travelers aiming for a budget-friendly option should target fares at or below the $429 threshold.

Based on historical data over the trailing 270 days, the cheapest months to fly from Windhoek to Lusaka are typically February and October. February saw a median price of $387, while October had a median of $422. September also offered competitive pricing with a median of $432. The annual median price for this route was $464, indicating that these months generally offer better value than the yearly average.

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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: $419 - $648

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

The regular price range for flights from Windhoek to Lusaka is between $419 and $648. The current lowest deal is $655 with Ethiopian Airlines, for travel from Sep 3-Sep 9.

now $655

Low $419

High $648

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