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$538+ Cheap flights from New York, NY (NYC) to Zambia

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 3/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — LUN
Jan 3 — Jan 101
Sat 1/3
Sat 1/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from New York to Zambia

Cheapest flights from New York to Zambia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to Zambia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 4, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/38:55 pmJFK - LUN
2 stops21h 25mEthiopian Air
Wed 12/102:10 amLUN - JFK
2 stops23h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/3$1,291
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/98:55 pmJFK - LUN
2 stops21h 25mEthiopian Air
Tue 12/302:10 amLUN - JFK
2 stops23h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/1$1,370
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/108:55 pmJFK - LUN
2 stops21h 25mEthiopian Air
Sat 12/272:10 amLUN - JFK
2 stops23h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/1$1,391
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/313:29 pmJFK - LUN
3 stops26h 11mTurkish Airlines
Tue 1/131:40 amLUN - JFK
2 stops23h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 12/3$1,400
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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.
Wed 12/313:29 pmJFK - LUN
3 stops26h 11mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/131:40 amLUN - JFK
2 stops27h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/3$1,418
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Wed 12/310:20 amJFK - LUN
1 stop38h 30mQatar Airways
Thu 12/113:10 pmLUN - JFK
3 stops54h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/3$1,442
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/108:55 pmJFK - LUN
2 stops21h 25mEthiopian Air
Tue 12/302:10 amLUN - JFK
2 stops23h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/2$1,473
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/278:55 pmJFK - LUN
2 stops33h 15mEthiopian Air
Sat 1/173:10 pmLUN - JFK
2 stops34h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/4$1,503
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/3110:00 amEWR - LUN
1 stop20h 10mEthiopian Air
Tue 1/132:10 amLUN - EWR
3 stops48h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/3$1,638
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/35:05 pmEWR - LUN
2 stops57h 35mKLM
Thu 12/112:15 pmLUN - EWR
2 stops31h 40mKLM
Deal found 12/3$1,666
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/96:00 amEWR - LUN
2 stops36h 20mEthiopian Air
Tue 12/303:10 pmLUN - EWR
2 stops23h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/2$1,696
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 12/3012:25 amEWR - LUN
2 stops41h 15mTurkish Airlines
Tue 1/131:40 amLUN - EWR
2 stops27h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 12/3$1,698

Find flight deals from New York to Zambia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New York to Zambia flight deals. Data was last updated December 4, 2025.

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3 stars

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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$976
(Ethiopian Air)

One-way from

$538
(oojo)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,314
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Customize your flight search to find flights from New York to Zambia that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 4, 2025.
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New YorkLusaka

JFK - LUN

JFKLUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 1/27

8:55 pm-1:20 am

2 stops21h 25m

Lusaka

Mon 2/16

2:10 am-6:55 pm

2 stops23h 45m

$976

New YorkLusaka

JFK - LUN

JFKLUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 1/21

8:55 pm-1:20 am

2 stops21h 25m

Lusaka

Mon 2/9

2:10 am-6:55 pm

2 stops23h 45m

$976

New YorkLusaka

JFK - LUN

JFKLUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 2/1

8:55 pm-1:20 am

2 stops21h 25m

Lusaka

Wed 2/4

2:10 am-6:55 pm

2 stops23h 45m

$976

New YorkLusaka

JFK - LUN

JFKLUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 2/2

8:55 pm-1:20 am

2 stops21h 25m

Lusaka

Wed 2/11

2:10 am-6:55 pm

2 stops23h 45m

$1,035

New YorkLusaka

JFK - LUN

JFKLUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 2/2

9:00 pm-7:50 am

1 stop27h 50m

Lusaka

Wed 2/11

2:45 pm-8:00 am

1 stop24h 15m

$1,085

New YorkLusaka

JFK - LUN

JFKLUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 2/4

9:00 pm-7:50 am

1 stop27h 50m

Lusaka

Thu 2/12

7:30 am-3:00 pm

2 stops38h 30m

$1,196

New YorkLusaka

JFK - LUN

JFKLUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 2/4

1:20 am-7:50 am

1 stop23h 30m

Lusaka

Thu 2/12

2:15 pm-3:00 pm

2 stops31h 45m

$1,196

New YorkLusaka

JFK - LUN

JFKLUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 3/2

9:00 pm-7:50 am

1 stop27h 50m

Lusaka

Fri 3/6

2:45 pm-8:00 am

1 stop24h 15m

$1,198

New YorkLusaka

JFK - LUN

JFKLUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 1/25

8:55 pm-9:05 am

3 stops29h 10m

Lusaka

Sun 2/1

2:10 am-6:55 pm

2 stops23h 45m

$1,213

New YorkLusaka

LGA - LUN

LGALUN

New York LaGuardia

Tue 2/3

8:25 pm-7:50 am

2 stops52h 25m

Lusaka

Wed 2/11

2:45 pm-11:58 pm

2 stops40h 13m

$1,220

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Best time to book a flight from New York to Zambia

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York to Zambia

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to Zambia?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Zambia (average of $971). Flying from New York to Zambia in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,440). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from New York to Zambia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 4, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from New York to Zambia at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 17% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

Reviews of airlines servicing Zambia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Zambia. 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 Zambia. Reviews last updated December 4, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Qatar Airways, JetBlue, and Ethiopian Air from New York to Zambia by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,678 reviews

Crew

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,678 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,678 reviews

Crew

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,899 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,678 reviews

Crew

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
903 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,678 reviews

Crew

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
Kenya Airways
6.8
Okay
287 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,678 reviews

Crew

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from New York to Zambia?

    There are many flights that can get you from New York to Zambia in 21h 25m. Fly via Ethiopian Air, Qatar Airways, or American Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from New York to Zambia is about 7533 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from New York to Zambia?

    When deciding which route to take from New York to Zambia consider New York John F Kennedy Intl - Lusaka, Newark - Lusaka or New York LaGuardia - Lusaka as they are the most popular.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New York to Zambia that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New York to Zambia flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from New York to Zambia?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New York to Zambia.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New York to Zambia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York to Zambia by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to Zambia?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Zambia (average of $971). Flying from New York to Zambia in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,440). 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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Top 5 airlines flying from New York to Zambia

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from New York to Zambia. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapest$989Average$1,139FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,012Average$1,583FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$1,118Average$1,246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
JetBlueCheapest$1,338Average$1,533FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
EmiratesCheapest$1,529Average$1,886FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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