What kinds of trips can I take from Lusaka?

Historically, all flights from Lusaka have been categorized as long-haul trips. This means that 100% of the available options across the trailing quarter have been for destinations requiring extended travel times. There have been no short-haul or medium-haul flight options observed from Lusaka in the trailing 90 days, indicating a focus on more distant routes.

Where are the cheapest international flights from Lusaka?

Historically, some of the more affordable international flights from Lusaka have included destinations such as Kigoma in Tanzania, with a median price of $267. Other international options include Nelspruit in South Africa, typically around $381, and Lodwar in Kenya, with a median price of $413. Flights to Maun in Botswana have also been available for approximately $431. While Livingstone in Zambia has a median price of $178, it is a domestic route.

What month has the cheapest flights from Lusaka?

Historically, April has been the cheapest month to fly from Lusaka, with an average price of $786. This represents a savings of approximately 19% compared to the annual median average price of $968. January is typically the second cheapest month, with an average flight price of $802. Travelers looking for more economical options may consider planning their trips during these months.

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LUN
Ndola
Zambia • 2026-09-30
38% AI deal score
$81
$107
One-way
LUN
Harare
Zimbabwe • 2026-09-14
77% AI deal score
$191
$112
One-way
LUN
Livingstone
Zambia • 2026-09-16
39% AI deal score
$109
$124
One-way
LUN
Solwezi
Zambia • 2026-10-02
36% AI deal score
$153
$144
One-way
LUN
Mansa
Zambia • 2026-09-11
36% AI deal score
$109
$172
One-way
LUN
Zanzibar
Tanzania • 2026-11-18
74% AI deal score
$289
$190
One-way
LUN
Kasama
Zambia • 2026-09-26
35% AI deal score
$75
$197
One-way
LUN
Mfuwe
Zambia • 2026-09-13
33% AI deal score
$99
$200
One-way
LUN
Johannesburg
South Africa • 2027-02-01
42% AI deal score
$117
$218
One-way
LUN
Nairobi
Kenya • 2026-10-21
73% AI deal score
$305
$238
One-way

Flights from Lusaka: Overview

Insights for flights from Lusaka

Over the last 90 days, 22% of recent fares from Lusaka have been to Zimbabwe, making it the dominant country for flight deals from Lusaka. South Africa and Zambia each account for 15% of recent fares, indicating a strong focus on regional travel. In total, you can find flights to 165 unique cities across 75 countries from Lusaka, offering a broad range of international and domestic connections.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Lusaka, the most affordable fares right now start at $213 to Harare, Zimbabwe. You can also find competitive prices to Ndola, Zambia, with fares beginning at $215. Another economical option is Livingstone, Zambia, where flights are available from $245.

The route mix from Lusaka is overwhelmingly long-haul, with 100% of recent routes classified as long-distance international trips.

When looking for direct flights from Lusaka, you'll find that only 18.1% of recent fares are non-stop. This indicates that connecting flights are the more common option for travelers departing from Lusaka.

The most frequently discounted destination from Lusaka recently has been Harare, Zimbabwe. Following closely in popularity are routes to Ndola, Zambia, and Johannesburg, South Africa, which also appear often in recent fare offerings over the last 90 days.

Most popular airlines from Lusaka

Ethiopian Airlines

Kenya Airways

South African Airways

Rwandair Express

Air Seychelles

Emirates Airlines

Qatar Airways

Last-minute flights going from Lusaka soon

Mon, Sep 7

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Dubai

Lusaka (LUN) - Dubai (DXB)

Ethiopian Airlines

$829

$537

One-way

Tue, Sep 8

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Karachi

Lusaka (LUN) - Karachi (KHI)

Ethiopian Airlines

$1,347

$938

One-way

Wed, Sep 9

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Zürich

Lusaka (LUN) - Zürich (ZRH)

Etihad Airways

$1,201

$992

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Istanbul

Lusaka (LUN) - Istanbul (IST)

Etihad Airways

$924

$779

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Kigali

Lusaka (LUN) - Kigali (KGL)

Ethiopian Airlines

$925

$490

One-way

Wed, Sep 9

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Nairobi

Lusaka (LUN) - Nairobi (NBO)

Ethiopian Airlines

$631

$326

One-way

Most popular destinations to fly from Lusaka

Seoul

TOP

South Korea • Mar 2027

from

$921

Doha

TOP

Qatar • Oct 2026

from

$520

Guangzhou

TOP

China • Oct 2026

from

$764

Zürich

TOP

Switzerland • Oct 2026

from

$871

New York

TOP

United States • Dec 2026

from

$1,163

Washington, D.C.

TOP

United States • Sep 2026

from

$1,213

Biggest price drops on international destinations from Lusaka

-26%

LUN - West Palm Beach

$2,937 → $2,162

-45%

LUN - Seoul

$1,683 → $922

-43%

LUN - Beijing

$1,673 → $948

-37%

LUN - Guangzhou

$1,261 → $799

Popular Airports from Lusaka

Lusaka airport insights

🗓️ Best days to catch a deal

Sun - Thu - Fri

Flights from Lun Bawang are cheapest on Sunday, Thursday, and Friday, based on 96456 deals.

💸 Cheapest deals found

From ~$107 direct / ~$213 roundtrip

Cheapest flights from Lusaka are to destinations within Zambia and Zimbabwe.

✈️ Airlines to watch

Proflight Zambia, Qatar Airways, Air Tanzania, Rwandair Express

Regional and international carriers connect Lusaka to various destinations.

⏱️ Best time to book

8+ months in advance

Booking 8+ months ahead of time from LUN offers the lowest median fare.

📅 Cheapest travel period

Mar, Apr, Jan

Flights from Lusaka tend to be cheaper in March, April, and January.

🎯 Booking tip

Watch fares to Harare

Flights from Lusaka to Harare are cheapest, with prices starting from $213.

Lusaka main airports to depart from

Kenneth Kaunda International (LUN)

Cheapest

Kenneth Kaunda International Airport is ideal for travelers seeking direct flights from Lusaka.

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

💸 Flights from ~$214

Airports nearby Lusaka used as alternative

Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International (NLA)

Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport is a useful domestic alternative, being Zambia's second largest international airport.

📍 ~268 km from Lusaka (approximately a 4 to 5 hour drive)

💸 Flights from ~$215

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From LUN

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Mumbai

India • Sep 2026

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$2,014

$1,747

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Kenya Airways

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Booking Flights from Lusaka: Frequently Asked Questions

Historically, several destinations from Lusaka have offered median prices below $350. For example, flights to Livingstone typically cost around $178, and trips to Ndola average about $191. Other options include Kigoma and Solwezi, both with median prices of $267. Travelers can also find flights to Dodoma for approximately $277, or to Mansa and Mwanza for around $288. Mtwara is another destination that has historically been available for about $303.

From Lusaka, travelers can typically fly to 165 unique cities across 75 countries. Across the trailing quarter, a significant portion of these flights, approximately 22%, have been to destinations within Zimbabwe. South Africa and Zambia each account for about 15% of the available flight options. This broad network provides numerous choices for various travel plans.

Across the trailing 90 days, the most frequently served destinations from Lusaka have included Harare in Zimbabwe, Ndola in Zambia, and Johannesburg in South Africa. These cities consistently appear among the top options for travelers departing from Lusaka. This indicates a historical trend of strong connectivity to these particular locations.

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