Are most flights from Ndola long-haul or short-haul?

Historically, the majority of flights from Ndola are long-haul, accounting for 62% of all routes across the trailing 90 days. Short-haul flights represent 20% of the routes, while medium-haul flights make up 18%. This indicates that Ndola typically serves more distant destinations than closer ones.

What are the cheapest international destinations from Ndola by country?

Across the trailing 90 days, some of the most affordable international destinations from Ndola include Harare, Zimbabwe, with a median price of $385, and Johannesburg, South Africa, with a median price of $416. Other options like Kigali, Rwanda, typically have a median price of $506, and Windhoek, Namibia, averages around $514. Domestically, Mansa, Zambia, is notably cheaper with a median price of $136.

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Ndola?

Historically, January has been the cheapest month to fly from Ndola, with an average price of $755. This represents a 26% saving compared to the annual median average price of $1025. February is typically the second cheapest month, with an average price of $763. Travelers looking for more economical options might consider planning their trips during these months.

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NLA
Lusaka
Zambia • 2026-09-29
39% AI deal score
$91
$107
One-way
NLA
Mansa
Zambia • 2026-09-01
38% AI deal score
$107
$117
One-way
NLA
Livingstone
Zambia • 2026-09-01
46% AI deal score
$299
$257
One-way
NLA
Harare
Zimbabwe • 2026-11-12
41% AI deal score
$249
$267
One-way
NLA
Johannesburg
South Africa • 2026-09-14
46% AI deal score
$291
$290
One-way
NLA
Zanzibar
Tanzania • 2026-09-05
74% AI deal score
$498
$301
One-way
NLA
Dar es Salaam
Tanzania • 2027-02-12
49% AI deal score
$317
$302
One-way
NLA
Kasama
Zambia • 2026-09-13
35% AI deal score
$205
$306
One-way
NLA
Solwezi
Zambia • 2026-10-01
33% AI deal score
$157
$316
One-way
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Nairobi
Kenya • 2026-10-02
50% AI deal score
$315
$318
One-way

Flights from Ndola: Overview

Insights for flights from Ndola

Only 11.3% of recent fares from Ndola are non-stop, indicating that connecting flights are the dominant option for travelers departing from this origin. This suggests that while direct routes exist, you will most frequently encounter itineraries involving at least one stop.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Ndola, the most affordable fares right now start at $226 to Lusaka, Zambia. Other economical options include flights to Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, from $352, and to Livingstone, Zambia, for $426. These prices represent the lowest available fares recently observed for roundtrip travel.

Over the last 90 days, the most frequently discounted destination from Ndola is Lusaka, Zambia. Other popular routes include flights to Bangkok, Thailand, and Mumbai, India, which also appear often in recent fare observations. These destinations consistently offer competitive pricing for travelers.

Flights from Ndola reach 55 unique cities across 32 countries. The majority of recent fares, 55%, are for destinations within Zambia, such as Lusaka and Livingstone. South Africa accounts for 15% of recent fares, while Zimbabwe makes up 8%, offering additional regional travel opportunities.

When flying from Ndola, you will find that the route mix is primarily composed of longer journeys. 62% of routes are long-haul flights, covering significant distances. Medium-haul flights account for 18% of the routes, while short-haul trips make up 20% of the available options.

Most popular airlines from Ndola

Ethiopian Airlines

South African Airways

Kenya Airways

Air Seychelles

Rwandair Express

TAAG Angola Airlines

Emirates Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Ndola soon

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

NLA - Ahmedabad

Ndola (NLA) - Ahmedabad (AMD)

Kenya Airways

$1,178

$730

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

NLA - Stockholm

Ndola (NLA) - Stockholm (ARN)

Ethiopian Airlines

$1,398

$1,369

One-way

Wed, Sep 9

⌛ Last-Minute

NLA - Istanbul

Ndola (NLA) - Istanbul (IST)

Etihad Airways

$926

$1,247

One-way

Wed, Sep 9

⌛ Last-Minute

NLA - Hyderabad

Ndola (NLA) - Hyderabad (HYD)

Proflight Zambia

$964

$1,175

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

NLA - Athens

Ndola (NLA) - Athens (ATH)

Ethiopian Airlines

$1,038

$1,364

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

NLA - Dubai

Ndola (NLA) - Dubai (DXB)

Ethiopian Airlines

$930

$1,061

One-way

Most popular destinations to fly from Ndola

Dubai

TOP

United Arab Emirates • Sep 2026

from

$610

Mumbai

TOP

India • Oct 2026

from

$496

London

TOP

United Kingdom • Sep 2026

from

$962

Hong Kong

TOP

Hong Kong • Sep 2026

from

$1,141

Washington, D.C.

TOP

United States • Sep 2026

from

$1,673

Kuala Lumpur

TOP

Malaysia • Oct 2026

from

$1,009

Biggest price drops on international destinations from Ndola

-38%

NLA - Ahmedabad

$1,171 → $730

-20%

NLA - Hong Kong

$1,417 → $1,136

-11%

NLA - Washington, D.C.

$1,887 → $1,673

-16%

NLA - London

$1,125 → $950

Popular Airports from Ndola

Ndola airport insights

🗓️ Best days to catch a deal

Thu - Fri - Wed

The cheapest days to depart from NLA are Thursday, Friday, and Wednesday, with fares from $99.

💸 Cheapest deals found

From ~$117 direct / ~$226 roundtrip

The cheapest deals are found on routes to Lusaka, Zambia, and Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

✈️ Airlines to watch

Proflight Zambia, Air Tanzania, Kenya Airways, Ethiopian Airlines

Regional and international carriers connect Ndola to destinations across Africa and beyond.

⏱️ Best time to book

8+ months in advance

Booking 8+ months in advance is often the best way to secure deals from NLA.

📅 Cheapest travel period

Feb - Mar, Jan

Flights from NLA tend to be cheaper in Feb, Mar, and Jan.

🎯 Booking tip

Watch fares to Lusaka

Flights from NLA to Lusaka are available from 117 USD.

Ndola main airports to depart from

Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International (NLA)

Cheapest

This airport is ideal for travelers seeking flights directly from Ndola with competitive pricing.

📍 ~2 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$216

Airports nearby Ndola used as alternative

Kenneth Kaunda International (LUN)

Cheapest

Consider Lusaka for the best international connectivity and service levels within Zambia.

📍 ~261 km from Ndola (reachable by car or domestic flight)

💸 Flights from ~$212

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Mumbai

India • Sep 2026

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Booking Flights from Ndola: Frequently Asked Questions

Historically, travelers from Ndola have found numerous destinations with median prices under $500. For example, flights to Mansa typically cost around $136, while Lusaka averages about $213. Other options include Livingstone at a median price of $306 and Solwezi at $350. International destinations like Harare in Zimbabwe and Johannesburg in South Africa also show median prices of $385 and $416, respectively, across the trailing 90 days.

Across the trailing 90 days, Ndola has historically been connected to 55 unique cities across 32 countries. A significant portion of these connections are within Zambia, accounting for 55% of the destinations. South Africa is another prominent country, representing 15% of the connections, with Zimbabwe following at 8%.

Historically, the most frequently served destinations from Ndola include Lusaka in Zambia, Bangkok in Thailand, and Mumbai in India. These cities have consistently appeared as top destinations in the trailing 90 days. Travelers can typically find various options to these popular locations.

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