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$521+ 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 1/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — LUN
Feb 14 — Feb 211
Sat 2/14
Sat 2/21
1 adult, Economy
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eDreams
3 stars

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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$922
(Justfly.com)

One-way from

$526
(SmartFares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,299
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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 January 15, 2026.

This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/77:50 pm
JFK
-
LUN
2 stops23h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 5/192:10 am
LUN
-
JFK
2 stops26h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/15$922
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/18:55 pm
JFK
-
LUN
2 stops21h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 3/22:10 am
LUN
-
JFK
2 stops23h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/15$964
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/1312:55 pm
JFK
-
LUN
2 stops30h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 5/122:10 am
LUN
-
JFK
2 stops26h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/14$965
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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.
Sun 2/19:00 pm
JFK
-
LUN
1 stop35h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/39:55 pm
LUN
-
JFK
1 stop24h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/15$999
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 5/612:25 am
EWR
-
LUN
2 stops42h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 5/192:10 am
LUN
-
EWR
2 stops26h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/13$1,001
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 4/2811:20 am
JFK
-
LUN
2 stops45h 00m
Qatar Airways
Sun 5/103:25 pm
LUN
-
JFK
1 stop23h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 1/14$1,002
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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.
Mon 3/99:55 pm
JFK
-
LUN
2 stops21h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 3/212:10 am
LUN
-
JFK
2 stops23h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/13$1,005
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 2/289:00 pm
JFK
-
LUN
2 stops58h 20m
Qatar Airways
Sat 3/149:55 pm
LUN
-
JFK
1 stop23h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 1/15$1,018
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 5/61:20 am
JFK
-
LUN
1 stop25h 20m
Qatar Airways
Wed 5/203:25 pm
LUN
-
JFK
1 stop23h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 1/14$1,027
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/48:55 pm
JFK
-
LUN
2 stops21h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 3/73:10 am
LUN
-
JFK
2 stops22h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/14$1,036
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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.
Mon 3/91:50 pm
JFK
-
LUN
2 stops28h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 3/221:40 am
LUN
-
JFK
2 stops27h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/13$1,039
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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.
Sun 3/81:25 am
EWR
-
LUN
2 stops41h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 3/221:40 am
LUN
-
EWR
2 stops27h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/13$1,039

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 January 15, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York to Zambia that are best for you.

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New YorkLusaka

JFK - LUN

JFKLUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 4/13

12:55 pm-1:10 am

2 stops30h 15m

Lusaka

Tue 5/12

2:10 am-10:30 pm

2 stops26h 20m

$965

New YorkLusaka

JFK - LUN

JFKLUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 2/12

8:55 pm-1:20 am

2 stops21h 25m

Lusaka

Sun 2/22

2:10 am-6:55 pm

2 stops23h 45m

$983

New YorkLusaka

JFK - LUN

JFKLUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 4/15

10:00 pm-1:20 am

2 stops21h 20m

Lusaka

Tue 4/21

2:10 am-8:00 pm

2 stops23h 50m

$983

New YorkLusaka

JFK - LUN

JFKLUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 4/5

10:00 pm-2:25 pm

1 stop34h 25m

Lusaka

Tue 5/5

9:25 pm-3:10 pm

1 stop23h 45m

$1,006

New YorkLusaka

JFK - LUN

JFKLUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 5/6

1:20 am-8:40 am

1 stop25h 20m

Lusaka

Thu 5/21

3:10 pm-9:20 am

3 stops48h 10m

$1,018

New YorkLusaka

JFK - LUN

JFKLUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 4/12

1:20 am-2:25 pm

1 stop31h 05m

Lusaka

Wed 5/13

3:25 pm-3:10 pm

1 stop29h 45m

$1,027

New YorkLusaka

JFK - LUN

JFKLUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 5/6

1:20 am-8:40 am

1 stop25h 20m

Lusaka

Wed 5/20

3:25 pm-9:20 am

1 stop23h 55m

$1,027

New YorkLusaka

JFK - LUN

JFKLUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 4/15

10:00 pm-8:40 am

1 stop28h 40m

Lusaka

Wed 4/22

3:25 pm-9:20 am

1 stop23h 55m

$1,027

New YorkLusaka

JFK - LUN

JFKLUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 3/4

8:55 pm-1:20 am

2 stops21h 25m

Lusaka

Sat 3/7

3:10 am-6:55 pm

2 stops22h 45m

$1,036

New YorkLusaka

JFK - LUN

JFKLUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 3/9

1:50 pm-12:40 am

2 stops28h 50m

Lusaka

Sun 3/22

1:40 am-11:25 pm

2 stops27h 45m

$1,039

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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.

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 January 15, 2026.
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
3,715 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

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
3,715 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,715 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

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
2,887 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,715 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

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
945 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,715 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

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
290 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,715 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

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 Turkish Airlines, Ethiopian Air, or Qatar Airways 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 January 15, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapest$989Average$1,132FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,012Average$1,588FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$1,079Average$1,374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
JetBlueCheapest$1,338Average$1,533FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
EmiratesCheapest$1,529Average$1,886FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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