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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Nairobi to Lusaka Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $864. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Lusaka.$864 per passenger.Departing Sun, 5 Apr, returning Sat, 11 Apr.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sun, 5 Apr, arriving in Lusaka.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Lusaka on Sat, 11 Apr, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $864, select.

Lusaka.$874 per passenger.Departing Sat, 18 Jul, returning Sat, 1 Aug.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sat, 18 Jul, arriving in Lusaka.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Lusaka on Sat, 1 Aug, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $874, select.

Lusaka.$874 per passenger.Departing Sun, 19 Apr, returning Sun, 3 May.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sun, 19 Apr, arriving in Lusaka.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Lusaka on Sun, 3 May, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $874, select.

Lusaka.$875 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Jun, returning Sat, 13 Jun.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Thu, 11 Jun, arriving in Lusaka.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Lusaka on Sat, 13 Jun, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $875, select.

Lusaka.$875 per passenger.Departing Sun, 17 May, returning Wed, 27 May.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sun, 17 May, arriving in Lusaka.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Lusaka on Wed, 27 May, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $875, select.

Lusaka.$875 per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 Aug, returning Sun, 23 Aug.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Mon, 10 Aug, arriving in Lusaka.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Lusaka on Sun, 23 Aug, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $875, select.

Lusaka.$878 per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 Aug, returning Wed, 2 Sep.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Thu, 27 Aug, arriving in Lusaka.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Lusaka on Wed, 2 Sep, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $878, select.

Lusaka.$879 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Mar, returning Sat, 4 Apr.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Mon, 30 Mar, arriving in Lusaka.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Lusaka on Sat, 4 Apr, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $879, select.

Lusaka.$879 per passenger.Departing Sun, 10 May, returning Sun, 16 Aug.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sun, 10 May, arriving in Lusaka.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Lusaka on Sun, 16 Aug, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $879, select.

Lusaka.$884 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Jul, returning Sat, 4 Jul.Return flight with Air Tanzania.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Wed, 1 Jul, arriving in Lusaka.Inbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departs from Lusaka on Sat, 4 Jul, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $884, select.

Lusaka.$910 per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 May, returning Tue, 2 Jun.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Thu, 28 May, arriving in Lusaka.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Lusaka on Tue, 2 Jun, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $910, select.

Lusaka.$910 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Nov, returning Wed, 18 Nov.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Lusaka.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Lusaka on Wed, 18 Nov, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $910, select.

Lusaka.$910 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Sep, returning Wed, 30 Sep.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Lusaka.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Lusaka on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $910, select.

Lusaka.$913 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Jun, returning Sat, 18 Jul.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Wed, 24 Jun, arriving in Lusaka.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Lusaka on Sat, 18 Jul, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $913, select.

Lusaka.$918 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Mar, returning Tue, 31 Mar.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Thu, 26 Mar, arriving in Lusaka.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Lusaka on Tue, 31 Mar, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $918, select.

Lusaka.$933 per passenger.Departing Fri, 24 Apr, returning Sun, 26 Apr.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Fri, 24 Apr, arriving in Lusaka.Inbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Lusaka on Sun, 26 Apr, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $933, select.

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Nairobi to Lusaka: Alternative routes

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Nairobi to Lusaka: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$864
Cheapest month to fly	April
Average flight time	2 hrs, 56 mins
Most popular airline	Kenya Airways
Average flights per week	50

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Finding cheap flights from Nairobi to Lusaka: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Nairobi to Lusaka?

The best price we found for a return flight from Nairobi to Lusaka is $864. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

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

2 hours and 56 minutes is the average flight time from Nairobi to Lusaka.

Which airlines fly direct from Nairobi to Lusaka?

Kenya Airways, Air France and Delta fly direct from Nairobi to Lusaka.

How many flights are there a week from Nairobi to Lusaka?

As of March 2026, there are 50 flights per week flying from Nairobi to Lusaka.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Nairobi to Lusaka?

The cheapest month to fly from Nairobi to Lusaka is usually April.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Nairobi to Lusaka Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Nairobi to Lusaka Airport on Sunday, 5 April 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Nairobi to Lusaka Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 56 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Lusaka?

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When is the best time to book flights to Lusaka?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Lusaka is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Travelling from Nairobi to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN): What you need to know

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) is Nairobi's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Nairobi to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) jetting off from here.
Take off on a direct Nairobi to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 2 hours 45 minutes.
Kenneth Kaunda International Airport is located in Lusaka. The city is in the UTC+2 timezone and is one hour behind Nairobi.
The busiest route is from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN). Choose from 10 direct services every week. Kenya Airways operates a 7:15am departure between NBO and LUN.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your flight from Nairobi to LUN.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.

Airports in Nairobi

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)

Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). Nonstop flights from Nairobi to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) operate from here.
When taking off from NBO, you can take a direct flight from Nairobi to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport with Kenya Airways.
The preferred airline for passengers flying between NBO and LUN is Kenya Airways.
Among carriers on this route, Kenya Airways has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
Located around 18 kilometres from central Nairobi, NBO can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Nairobi to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, data shows 62% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.

Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL)

With public transport, you can travel from central Nairobi to WIL in about 35 minutes. The terminal is roughly 10 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 20 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Nairobi to LUN flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Nairobi Wilson Airport:
Nairobi Wilson Airport has an on-time performance rate of 72%. This figure reflects how frequently flights that take off from this airport arrive at their destination on schedule.

About Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)

Have a late flight from Nairobi to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Stay at one of these hotels near LUN and get cosy, quick:
Booking your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Nairobi to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.

Getting from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) to central Lusaka

From Kenneth Kaunda International Airport, central Lusaka is around 27 kilometres away. It takes about 35 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.

How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)

The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Nairobi to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport is $464. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $864. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
Score cheap flights from Nairobi to LUN by booking three months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for finding a bargain.
Schedule your trip for August. That's the best month for landing the biggest deals on Nairobi to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport tickets. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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The best time to fly from Nairobi to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)

July is the busiest month for flights from Nairobi to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN). Visit Lusaka in December if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Lusaka is October, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 34ºC. Lock in your Nairobi to LUN plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Nairobi to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport in July when temperatures are between 9ºC and 29ºC.

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Your trip to Lusaka should come with a side of sightseeing. Leading attractions you won't want to miss include The Lilayi Elephant Nursery, Batoka Gorge and Kapishya Hot Springs.

Explore more of Zambia

Next stop? Travel to Ndola. It's about 257 kilometres north of Lusaka and is home to highlights including Copperbelt Museum and Dag Hammarskjoeld Memorial.