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$977+ Cheap flights from Zambia to San Francisco (SFO)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LUN — SFO
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
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Cheap flight deals from Zambia to San Francisco

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Zambia to San Francisco flight deals. Data was last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,608
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$977
(Mytrip)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,957
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Cheapest flights from Zambia to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Zambia to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/142:05 amLUN - SFO
2 stops47h 35mTurkish Airlines
Sun 11/306:50 pmSFO - LUN
2 stops43h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/12$1,608
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/152:15 pmLUN - SFO
2 stops34h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/307:25 pmSFO - LUN
2 stops32h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$1,726
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/153:25 pmLUN - SFO
1 stop31h 10mQatar Airways
Sun 11/302:45 pmSFO - LUN
1 stop38h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/12$1,883
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/154:00 pmLUN - SFO
3 stops30h 35mRwandAir
Sun 11/302:45 pmSFO - LUN
3 stops62h 05mRwandAir
Deal found 6/12$2,090
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/269:35 pmLUN - SFO
1 stop25h 25mEmirates
Sat 8/25:05 pmSFO - LUN
1 stop36h 30mEmirates
Deal found 6/11$2,118
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/252:15 pmLUN - SFO
2 stops31h 35mAir France
Mon 9/89:10 pmSFO - LUN
2 stops31h 20mAir France
Deal found 6/11$3,492
This Arangrant deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Arangrant is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/2412:45 amLUN - SFO
3 stops32h 02mKenya Airways
Mon 9/810:50 pmSFO - LUN
2 stops40h 05mKenya Airways
Deal found 6/11$9,177

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Zambia to San Francisco that are best for you.

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LusakaSan Francisco

LUN - SFO

LUNSFO

Lusaka

Tue 10/14

2:05 am-4:40 pm

2 stops47h 35m

San Francisco

Sun 11/30

6:50 pm-12:40 am

2 stops43h 50m

$1,608

LusakaSan Francisco

LUN - SFO

LUNSFO

Lusaka

Wed 10/15

2:15 pm-4:10 pm

2 stops34h 55m

San Francisco

Sun 11/30

7:25 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops32h 05m

$1,726

LusakaSan Francisco

LUN - SFO

LUNSFO

Lusaka

Wed 10/15

3:25 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop31h 10m

San Francisco

Sun 11/30

2:45 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop38h 15m

$1,883

LusakaSan Francisco

LUN - SFO

LUNSFO

Lusaka

Wed 10/15

4:00 pm-1:35 pm

3 stops30h 35m

San Francisco

Sun 11/30

2:45 pm-2:50 pm

3 stops62h 05m

$2,090

LusakaSan Francisco

LUN - SFO

LUNSFO

Lusaka

Sat 7/26

9:35 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop25h 25m

San Francisco

Sat 8/2

5:05 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop36h 30m

$2,118

LusakaSan Francisco

LUN - SFO

LUNSFO

Lusaka

Mon 8/25

2:15 pm-12:50 pm

2 stops31h 35m

San Francisco

Tue 9/9

3:05 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops37h 25m

$3,492

LusakaSan Francisco

LUN - SFO

LUNSFO

Lusaka

Sun 8/24

12:45 am-11:47 pm

3 stops32h 02m

San Francisco

Mon 9/8

10:50 pm-11:55 pm

2 stops40h 05m

$9,177

LusakaSan Francisco

LUN - SFO

LUNSFO

Lusaka

Fri 8/29

3:05 pm-6:00 pm

2 stops35h 55m

$977

LusakaSan Francisco

LUN - SFO

LUNSFO

Lusaka

Thu 8/28

2:05 am-10:35 am

2 stops41h 30m

$1,097

LusakaSan Francisco

LUN - SFO

LUNSFO

Lusaka

Fri 8/29

9:35 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop25h 25m

$1,132

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Zambia to San Francisco

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZM to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Zambia to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

When flying from Zambia to San Francisco, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to San Francisco. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Air France
7.5
Good
1,463 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,584 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,848 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
781 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San Francisco from Zambia?

    For a flight from Zambia to San Francisco, you will be flying into San Francisco. San Francisco (SFO) is just 11.8 mi from the center of the city.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Zambia to San Francisco one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Turkish Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $1,097. Emirates flights start at $1,132 while deals on Ethiopian Air start at $1,264 one-way.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Zambia to San Francisco?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zambia to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Zambia to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $364). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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