$265 Cheap Flights from Nairobi (NBO) to Lusaka (LUN)

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Cheap Flights from Nairobi to Lusaka (NBO-LUN)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $265 for one-way flights and $482 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Ethiopian Airlines
Sun, Dec 28 - Wed, Dec 31
NBO
Nairobi
LUN
Lusaka
$482 Roundtrip, found 16 hours ago
$482
Roundtrip
found 16 hours ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Sun, Dec 28 from Nairobi to Lusaka, returning Wed, Dec 31, priced at $482 found 16 hours ago
Ethiopian Airlines
Thu, Sep 18 - Mon, Sep 22
NBO
Nairobi
LUN
Lusaka
$482 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$482
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 18 from Nairobi to Lusaka, returning Mon, Sep 22, priced at $482 found 7 hours ago
Ethiopian Airlines
Sun, Aug 10 - Sun, Aug 17
NBO
Nairobi
LUN
Lusaka
$486 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$486
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Sun, Aug 10 from Nairobi to Lusaka, returning Sun, Aug 17, priced at $486 found 9 hours ago
Ethiopian Airlines
Thu, Aug 21 - Sun, Aug 31
NBO
Nairobi
LUN
Lusaka
$489 Roundtrip, found 16 hours ago
$489
Roundtrip
found 16 hours ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 21 from Nairobi to Lusaka, returning Sun, Aug 31, priced at $489 found 16 hours ago
Ethiopian Airlines
Sat, Aug 16 - Sun, Aug 31
NBO
Nairobi
LUN
Lusaka
$493 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$493
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 16 from Nairobi to Lusaka, returning Sun, Aug 31, priced at $493 found 1 day ago
Ethiopian Airlines
Thu, Sep 18 - Mon, Sep 22
NBO
Nairobi
LUN
Lusaka
$493 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$493
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 18 from Nairobi to Lusaka, returning Mon, Sep 22, priced at $493 found 7 hours ago
Rwandair
Wed, Jul 9 - Sat, Jul 12
NBO
Nairobi
LUN
Lusaka
$496 Roundtrip, found 16 hours ago
$496
Roundtrip
found 16 hours ago
Select Rwandair flight, departing Wed, Jul 9 from Nairobi to Lusaka, returning Sat, Jul 12, priced at $496 found 16 hours ago
Kenya Airways
Fri, Jul 25 - Sat, Aug 2
NBO
Nairobi
LUN
Lusaka
$525 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$525
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Kenya Airways flight, departing Fri, Jul 25 from Nairobi to Lusaka, returning Sat, Aug 2, priced at $525 found 3 days ago
Zambia Airways
Sun, Dec 28 - Tue, Dec 30
NBO
Nairobi
LUN
Lusaka
$530 Roundtrip, found 16 hours ago
$530
Roundtrip
found 16 hours ago
Select Zambia Airways flight, departing Sun, Dec 28 from Nairobi to Lusaka, returning Tue, Dec 30, priced at $530 found 16 hours ago
Air Tanzania
Tue, Sep 9 - Sat, Sep 27
NBO
Nairobi
LUN
Lusaka
$532 Roundtrip, found 22 hours ago
$532
Roundtrip
found 22 hours ago
Select Air Tanzania flight, departing Tue, Sep 9 from Nairobi to Lusaka, returning Sat, Sep 27, priced at $532 found 22 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Lusaka (LUN)

January is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $465 - $601 per traveler.

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Alternative airports near Lusaka

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Kenneth Kaunda Intl. LUN. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 26 minutes. Flights from $493
LUN
Kenneth Kaunda Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center26 min
Flights from $493
Flights from Nairobi (NBO) to Lusaka (LUN)
Origin airport
Jomo Kenyatta Intl.
Destination airport
Kenneth Kaunda Intl.
Airlines serving
Air Tanzania, Ethiopian Airlines, Kenya Airways, Rwandair, South African Airways, Uganda Airlines, Zambia Airways
Roundtrip price
$481
Distance
1126 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 20 mins

Nairobi to Lusaka Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Nairobi to Lusaka

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Nairobi to Lusaka are during the month of December. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Lusaka with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Nairobi to Lusaka

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Nairobi to Lusaka: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Nairobi to Lusaka

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Nairobi to Lusaka in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $265 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Nairobi to Lusaka flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Nairobi to Lusaka airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) to Kenneth Kaunda Intl. Airport (LUN) cost?
Find affordable return tickets from Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) to Kenneth Kaunda Intl. Airport (LUN) starting from $569. Grab your seat and get ready for takeoff. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Kenya Airways flight leaving NBO on July 13 2025 and touching down at LUN. The price was last updated on July 3 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from NBO to LUN?
The cheapest flights from NBO to LUN are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) to Kenneth Kaunda Intl. Airport (LUN)?
You can travel nonstop from Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) to Kenneth Kaunda Intl. Airport (LUN) on a Kenya Airways flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from NBO to LUN?
Book a flight from NBO to LUN with Kenya Airways. This carrier currently offers the cheapest one-way ticket on this route, starting at $287. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from NBO on September 8 2025. Prices were last updated on July 3 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) to Kenneth Kaunda Intl. Airport (LUN)?
On average, there is just 1 direct flight departing from Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) to Kenneth Kaunda Intl. Airport (LUN) every day. If this doesn't fit your plans, check out flights with a layover. Just customize your search results on Expedia to include one or more stops to discover the next best option.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) to Kenneth Kaunda Intl. Airport (LUN)?
Flights between NBO and LUN are busiest at 7 AM. If you're after a more relaxed trip and potentially cheaper prices, look for a time outside the usual busy windows.
What day of the week has the most flights from NBO to LUN?
Depart on a Friday if you're searching for the biggest selection of flights from Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) to Kenneth Kaunda Intl. Airport (LUN).
What is the earliest flight from Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) to Kenneth Kaunda Intl. Airport (LUN)?
Hop on the earliest flight at around 7:15AM UTC+3, leaving from Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO). You'll be traveling for roughly 2h 50m, coming in to land at Kenneth Kaunda Intl. Airport (LUN) at approximately 9:05AM UTC+2.
How long does it take to fly from Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) to Kenneth Kaunda Intl. Airport (LUN)?
It takes around 2 hours and 46 minutes to fly the 1,150 mi from NBO to LUN.
What is the best time to fly from Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) to Kenneth Kaunda Intl. Airport (LUN)?
To avoid potential delays on the Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) to Kenneth Kaunda Intl. Airport (LUN) route, aim to fly before 3 PM. Flights after this time are 22% more likely to be canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Lusaka from Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO)?
Check out your flight options from Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) to Kenneth Kaunda Intl. Airport (LUN). This is the only airport in Lusaka you can touch down at if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) to Kenneth Kaunda Intl. Airport (LUN) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from NBO to LUN are usually more expensive. To secure the best rates, start looking for flights as soon as possible. That being said, if you're flexible with your travel plans, it's possible to land a cheap ticket right before your trip.
Is it cheaper to book a NBO to LUN flight and hotel package?
Opting for a NBO to LUN flight and hotel package tends to be cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the convenience of organizing your trip all in one place. Choose from our extensive range of hotels and then add activities, car rentals and flights to your booking. Bundle it all together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) to Kenneth Kaunda Intl. Airport (LUN)?
Typically, you're able to cancel or reschedule your NBO to LUN flight. However, there may be additional fees, especially if you made your booking more than 24 hours ago. Double-check your itinerary for the airline's fees and guidelines on flight changes, or if you want more details, go to our Customer Service portal.

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