What time of day is cheapest to fly to Lusaka?

At the moment, flights in the evening are likely to offer the best value for money for your Lusaka trip. A flight in the morning will more often than not be of higher cost.

Cheap Flights to Lusaka, Zambia from $1,026

Flight route prices based on searches on Cheapflights within the last 3 days, monthly prices based on aggregated historical data.

Are there currently restrictions on travel to Lusaka related to COVID-19?

Yes, there are currently restrictions on flights to Lusaka along with the rest of Zambia. Before you book or search for flights, consider the following restrictions: Zambia has reopened its airports; however, availability of international flights remains limited. All tourist visas to Zambia have been canceled. Non-residents entering Zambia must show a negative COVID-19 test result from within the past 14 days. Travelers may also have their temperature checked or be tested for COVID-19 by nasal swab on arrival. After entering the country all residents must spend 14 days in self-quarantine at their residence or preferred place of stay. The quarantine does not apply to non-resident visitors. If asked, travelers must inform Ministry of Health officials of where they will be staying, and give them their contact details. Travelers must complete the 14-day self-quarantine period, even if their COVID-19 test result is negative. Anyone entering Zambia with symptoms of COVID-19 will be taken to government facilities for treatment and quarantine.. If you are looking to book a trip to Lusaka and are outside of the restricted areas, please take the proper precautions and stay informed about traveling during COVID-19.

Cheapest Prices for Lusaka flights by month

January

$1,216

February

$1,147

March

$1,256

April

$1,231

May

$1,336

June

$1,579

July

$1,595

August

$1,254

September

$1,223

October

$1,193

November

$1,227

December

$1,354

At the present moment the cheapest month to fly to Lusaka is currently February; with July being the most expensive. Prices will vary depending on multiple factors such as booking in advance, airline and departure airports and times.

When is the best time to fly to Lusaka?

Choose a month below to see average flight price and weather conditions.

LAS - LUN Price	$1,147 - $1,992
LUN Temperature	75.2 - 89.6 °F
LUN Rainfall	0.12 - 7.48 inches

February is typically the best time to fly to Lusaka, but there are other times where great deals are available. If weather is an important factor for you when considering when to fly to Lusaka, the warmest period tends to be October, with the wettest being January.

Three hundred miles to the northeast of Victoria Falls lies the fast-developing city of Lusaka. Named after an early 20th century Nyanja chief, Lusaka is both Zambia’s capital, as well as its largest city. Its location at the edge of the bush makes it a start-off point for safari tourism, but holds its own with a traditional culture of markets and bartering.

Soweto Market is the biggest and perhaps most famous of the lot, and hosts everything from grocery stalls to bicycle repairmen. It is an exciting and bustling commercial center designed for locals, but be careful not to get distracted by the goings-on and become a target of pickpockets. A more tourist-friendly set-up is to be found at Kabwata Cultural Village on Burma Road. This market is worth a visit, for not only does it stock traditional wares and tribal crafts, but also provides a taste of Zambia’s oldest culture. And if you happen to be in town on the last Saturday of the month, pop along to the more gently-paced Dutch Reformed Church Market where vendors sell books, art and all sorts of intriguing curios.

If you are using Lusaka as a base, Chaminuka Nature Reserve is an hour’s drive to the northeast, and hosts over 70 different species, including lion, elephant, giraffe and zebra. It is also an official Important Bird Area due to the 300 different species of feathered lodgers contained within the park’s limits. Accommodations are the height of luxury, and the food is some of the best around.

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Best Time to Fly to Lusaka

The dry season is between May and September. Animals tend to congregate around waterholes and rivers at this time of year, making it ideal for safaris. The weather is a lot cooler too, with temperatures ranging from 75F to 86F. Another benefit of visiting at this time of year is avoiding the drenching humidity of the wet season.

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Getting around Lusaka

The city is negotiable by car, but the road culture is vastly different from the experiences of most visitors. Lusaka is served by two bus networks, mini-buses and The Big Bus, but be aware that the bus will not leave until it’s full. Also be mindful that you cannot leave a bus once on board if it is waiting to be filled, and that the conductors known as Call Boys often have an abrupt and discourteous demeanor.

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