$270 Cheap Flights from Nairobi (NBO) to Lusaka (LUN)

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Popular airlines from Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) to Lusaka (LUN-Kenneth Kaunda Intl.)

Cheap Flights from Nairobi to Lusaka (NBO-LUN)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $270 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
Mon, Dec 15 - Tue, Dec 30
NBO
Nairobi
LUN
Lusaka
$482 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$482
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Mon, Dec 15 from Nairobi to Lusaka, returning Tue, Dec 30, priced at $482 found 9 hours ago
Ethiopian Airlines
Mon, Jan 26 - Sun, Feb 15
NBO
Nairobi
LUN
Lusaka
$492 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$492
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jan 26 from Nairobi to Lusaka, returning Sun, Feb 15, priced at $492 found 9 hours ago
Ethiopian Airlines
Sun, Dec 7 - Wed, Dec 17
NBO
Nairobi
LUN
Lusaka
$496 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$496
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Sun, Dec 7 from Nairobi to Lusaka, returning Wed, Dec 17, priced at $496 found 9 hours ago
Rwandair
Mon, Dec 15 - Mon, Jan 5
NBO
Nairobi
LUN
Lusaka
$496 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$496
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Rwandair flight, departing Mon, Dec 15 from Nairobi to Lusaka, returning Mon, Jan 5, priced at $496 found 9 hours ago
Ethiopian Airlines
Tue, Jan 27 - Sun, Feb 15
NBO
Nairobi
LUN
Lusaka
$498 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$498
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jan 27 from Nairobi to Lusaka, returning Sun, Feb 15, priced at $498 found 9 hours ago
Ethiopian Airlines
Sun, Dec 7 - Tue, Dec 16
NBO
Nairobi
LUN
Lusaka
$502 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$502
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Sun, Dec 7 from Nairobi to Lusaka, returning Tue, Dec 16, priced at $502 found 9 hours ago
Ethiopian Airlines
Sun, Sep 7 - Sat, Sep 13
NBO
Nairobi
LUN
Lusaka
$505 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$505
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Sun, Sep 7 from Nairobi to Lusaka, returning Sat, Sep 13, priced at $505 found 9 hours ago
Zambia Airways
Fri, Dec 5 - Tue, Dec 16
NBO
Nairobi
LUN
Lusaka
$530 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$530
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Zambia Airways flight, departing Fri, Dec 5 from Nairobi to Lusaka, returning Tue, Dec 16, priced at $530 found 9 hours ago
Air Tanzania
Wed, Oct 15 - Sun, Oct 26
NBO
Nairobi
LUN
Lusaka
$532 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$532
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Air Tanzania flight, departing Wed, Oct 15 from Nairobi to Lusaka, returning Sun, Oct 26, priced at $532 found 6 days ago
Uganda Airlines
Wed, Sep 24 - Mon, Sep 29
NBO
Nairobi
LUN
Lusaka
$556 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$556
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Uganda Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 24 from Nairobi to Lusaka, returning Mon, Sep 29, priced at $556 found 1 day ago

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

January is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $465 - $603 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flights from Nairobi (NBO) to Lusaka (LUN)
Origin airport
Jomo Kenyatta Intl.
Destination airport
Kenneth Kaunda Intl.
Airlines serving
Ethiopian Airlines, Kenya Airways, Qatar Airways, Rwandair, South African Airways, Uganda Airlines, Zambia Airways
Roundtrip price
$482
Distance
1126 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 35 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 $270 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?
Grab a cheap one-way flight from $270 or cheap return flight from $482 from Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) 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 Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) to Kenneth Kaunda Intl. Airport (LUN)?
December is the cheapest month to fly from NBO to LUN. Avoiding peak travel times is often the key to better flight prices.
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 Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) to Kenneth Kaunda Intl. Airport (LUN)?
The cheapest airline to offer flights between Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) and Kenneth Kaunda Intl. Airport (LUN) can change depending on when you want to travel. Zambia Airways and Kenya Airways are just some of your options offering reasonable prices. Use Expedia's search tool to compare airlines in one place and find the right NBO to LUN flight for your budget.
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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