$222 Cheap Flights from Dar es Salaam (DAR) to Lusaka (LUN)

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Popular airlines from Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) to Lusaka (LUN-Kenneth Kaunda Intl.)

Cheap Flights from Dar es Salaam to Lusaka (DAR-LUN)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $222 for one-way flights and $297 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Ethiopian Airlines
Mon, Oct 13 - Sun, Oct 19
DAR
Dar es Salaam
LUN
Lusaka
$297 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$297
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Mon, Oct 13 from Dar es Salaam to Lusaka, returning Sun, Oct 19, priced at $297 found 1 day ago
Ethiopian Airlines
Tue, Oct 28 - Thu, Oct 30
DAR
Dar es Salaam
LUN
Lusaka
$303 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$303
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 28 from Dar es Salaam to Lusaka, returning Thu, Oct 30, priced at $303 found 11 hours ago
Ethiopian Airlines
Sun, Oct 5 - Mon, Oct 13
DAR
Dar es Salaam
LUN
Lusaka
$305 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$305
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Sun, Oct 5 from Dar es Salaam to Lusaka, returning Mon, Oct 13, priced at $305 found 3 days ago
Zambia Airways
Tue, Oct 14 - Thu, Oct 23
DAR
Dar es Salaam
LUN
Lusaka
$317 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$317
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Zambia Airways flight, departing Tue, Oct 14 from Dar es Salaam to Lusaka, returning Thu, Oct 23, priced at $317 found 1 day ago
Ethiopian Airlines
Sat, Oct 11 - Sun, Oct 19
DAR
Dar es Salaam
LUN
Lusaka
$321 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$321
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 11 from Dar es Salaam to Lusaka, returning Sun, Oct 19, priced at $321 found 1 day ago
Ethiopian Airlines
Sun, Oct 5 - Mon, Oct 13
DAR
Dar es Salaam
LUN
Lusaka
$323 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$323
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Sun, Oct 5 from Dar es Salaam to Lusaka, returning Mon, Oct 13, priced at $323 found 3 days ago
Zambia Airways
Sun, Oct 26 - Tue, Oct 28
DAR
Dar es Salaam
LUN
Lusaka
$327 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$327
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select Zambia Airways flight, departing Sun, Oct 26 from Dar es Salaam to Lusaka, returning Tue, Oct 28, priced at $327 found 11 hours ago
Kenya Airways
Mon, Oct 27 - Fri, Oct 31
DAR
Dar es Salaam
LUN
Lusaka
$417 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$417
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select Kenya Airways flight, departing Mon, Oct 27 from Dar es Salaam to Lusaka, returning Fri, Oct 31, priced at $417 found 11 hours ago
Rwandair
Thu, Oct 9 - Thu, Oct 23
DAR
Dar es Salaam
LUN
Lusaka
$431 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$431
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Rwandair flight, departing Thu, Oct 9 from Dar es Salaam to Lusaka, returning Thu, Oct 23, priced at $431 found 3 days ago
South African Airways
Sun, Dec 28 - Sun, Jan 4
DAR
Dar es Salaam
LUN
Lusaka
$1,079 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$1,079
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select South African Airways flight, departing Sun, Dec 28 from Dar es Salaam to Lusaka, returning Sun, Jan 4, priced at $1,079 found 17 hours ago

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 $417
LUN
Kenneth Kaunda Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center26 min
Flights from $417
Flights from Dar es Salaam (DAR) to Lusaka (LUN)
Origin airport
Julius Nyerere Intl.
Destination airport
Kenneth Kaunda Intl.
Airlines serving
Ethiopian Airlines, Kenya Airways, Rwandair, South African Airways, Zambia Airways
Roundtrip price
$296
Distance
934 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 20 mins

Dar es Salaam to Lusaka Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Dar es Salaam 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 Dar es Salaam to Lusaka are during the month of October. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Dar es Salaam to Lusaka with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Dar es Salaam to Lusaka

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Dar es Salaam 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 Dar es Salaam 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 Dar es Salaam to Lusaka in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $222 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 Dar es Salaam 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 Dar es Salaam 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 Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) to Kenneth Kaunda Intl. Airport (LUN) cost?
Get a cheap one-way flight from $222 or cheap return flight from $297 from Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) to Kenneth Kaunda Intl. Airport (LUN) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) to Kenneth Kaunda Intl. Airport (LUN)?
October is the cheapest month to fly from DAR to LUN. Avoiding peak travel times is often the key to better flight prices.
Which airlines fly direct from Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) to Kenneth Kaunda Intl. Airport (LUN)?
Fly straight to Kenneth Kaunda Intl. Airport (LUN). 3 carriers operate direct routes from Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR), including:

  • Zambia Airways
  • Turkish Airlines
  • Air Tanzania

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) to Kenneth Kaunda Intl. Airport (LUN)?
While prices may vary depending on your travel dates, Air Tanzania and Turkish Airlines are popular options for flights between Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) and Kenneth Kaunda Intl. Airport (LUN). You can also compare carriers on Expedia and use the "Sort by" filter to find the cheapest fare for your DAR to LUN flight.
How many flights per day from Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) to Kenneth Kaunda Intl. Airport (LUN)?
On average, Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) offers 5 direct flights to Kenneth Kaunda Intl. Airport (LUN) per week. If you're looking for more choice, use Expedia's filter tool to discover flights with one or two stops. Fit in a quick visit to another destination or simply break up your travels.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) to Kenneth Kaunda Intl. Airport (LUN)?
Flights between DAR and LUN are their busiest at 1 PM. If you'd like a quieter experience and potentially cheaper tickets, look for a departure that's outside typical rush times.
What day of the week has the most flights from DAR to LUN?
Travel on a Thursday if you're searching for the best choice of flights from Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) to Kenneth Kaunda Intl. Airport (LUN).
What is the earliest flight from Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) to Kenneth Kaunda Intl. Airport (LUN)?
Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR)'s earliest flight to Kenneth Kaunda Intl. Airport (LUN) departs at approximately 11:00AM UTC+3. With a travel time of 2h 20m, you'll touch down at around 12:20PM UTC+2.
How long does it take to fly from Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) to Kenneth Kaunda Intl. Airport (LUN)?
Typically, it takes 2 hours and 31 minutes to fly the 940 mi from DAR to LUN.
What airline has the least delays from DAR to LUN?
Consider traveling with Turkish Airlines if you'd like to fly straight from Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) to Kenneth Kaunda Intl. Airport (LUN) without any delays. This carrier has the best track record for punctuality, with an on-time score of 81%. Want to be notified if anything changes? You can check your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) to Kenneth Kaunda Intl. Airport (LUN)?
Book a flight from Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) to Kenneth Kaunda Intl. Airport (LUN) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the risk of delays and cancellations. Departures later than this have a 22% higher chance of being canceled, on average.**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 Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR)?
If you're taking a direct flight from Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) to Lusaka, Kenneth Kaunda Intl. Airport (LUN) is the only airport you can land at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) to Kenneth Kaunda Intl. Airport (LUN) last-minute?
Booking your plane ticket from DAR to LUN just before your journey is usually more expensive. But if there's some wiggle room with your itinerary, you could bag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a DAR to LUN flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking a DAR to LUN flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. Better yet, managing everything in one place takes the hassle out of travel planning. Just pick your flights and select from our wide range of stays, then tailor your trip with other add-ons like tours, car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) to Kenneth Kaunda Intl. Airport (LUN)?
It's generally possible to cancel or reschedule your DAR to LUN flight. However, if it's been more than 24 hours since booking, additional charges may apply. Refer to your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are allowed and if any costs are involved. You'll also find more details on our Customer Service portal.

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