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$260 Find Cheap Flights from Nairobi to Lusaka

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Cheapest round-trip
$429
Typical prices: $473-$653
Ethiopian Air
Sat 5/23Mon 6/1
NBO - LUN • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$507
Typical prices: $498-$641
Zambia Airways
Sun 4/5Thu 4/9
NBO - LUN • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
6 days a week
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun
You can fly direct with Kenya Airways and Zambia Airways. Average duration is 2h 48m
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Ethiopian Air
Cheapest • from $429 (round-trip)
RwandAir
Best reviews • 7.7 score
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Addis Ababa (ADD)
Cheapest • Avg $468 (round-trip)
Dar Es Salaam (DAR)
Shortest trip • 4h 44m (one-way)
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When to book
6 weeks
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 6 weeks in advance save around 16% compared to booking last minute.
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October
Cheapest • 28% price drop
August
Most popular
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Cheap Flights from Nairobi to Lusaka (NBO-LUN)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Nairobi to Lusaka that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Nairobi to Lusaka

Sat, May 23 - Mon, Jun 1
Ethiopian Air Logo
5:30 pm - 1:20 am
NBO
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LUN
8h 50m
1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
2:10 am - 1:10 pm
LUN
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NBO
10h 00m
1 stop
$429Ethiopian Air
Wed, Apr 15 - Wed, Apr 22
RwandAir Logo
1:00 pm - 2:20 pm
NBO
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LUN
26h 20m
1 stop
RwandAir Logo
3:10 pm - 4:55 am
LUN
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NBO
12h 45m
3 stops
$445RwandAir
Sat, Mar 28 - Sat, Apr 4
RwandAir Logo
1:00 pm - 2:20 pm
NBO
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LUN
26h 20m
1 stop
RwandAir Logo
3:10 pm - 8:10 pm
LUN
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NBO
28h 00m
2 stops
$455RwandAir
Mon, Mar 23 - Tue, Mar 31
RwandAir Logo
1:00 pm - 2:20 pm
NBO
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LUN
26h 20m
1 stop
RwandAir Logo
3:10 pm - 4:55 am
LUN
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NBO
12h 45m
3 stops
$456RwandAir
Sun, May 24 - Tue, Jun 2
Ethiopian Air Logo
6:15 am - 11:45 am
NBO
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LUN
6h 30m
1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
2:10 am - 1:10 pm
LUN
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NBO
10h 00m
1 stop
$459Ethiopian Air
Fri, Aug 21 - Fri, Aug 28
Ethiopian Air Logo
5:30 pm - 1:20 am
NBO
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LUN
8h 50m
1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
2:10 am - 1:10 pm
LUN
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NBO
10h 00m
1 stop
$460Ethiopian Air
Sat, Mar 28 - Fri, Apr 3
Ethiopian Air Logo
5:30 pm - 1:20 am
NBO
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LUN
8h 50m
1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
2:10 am - 1:10 pm
LUN
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NBO
10h 00m
1 stop
$462Ethiopian Air
Tue, May 26 - Tue, Jun 2
Ethiopian Air Logo
5:30 pm - 1:20 am
NBO
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LUN
8h 50m
1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
2:10 am - 1:10 pm
LUN
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NBO
10h 00m
1 stop
$471Ethiopian Air
Wed, Jun 17 - Tue, Jun 23
RwandAir Logo
5:30 am - 2:20 pm
NBO
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LUN
9h 50m
1 stop
RwandAir Logo
3:10 pm - 4:55 am
LUN
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NBO
12h 45m
3 stops
$475RwandAir
Mon, May 25 - Wed, Jun 3
Ethiopian Air Logo
5:30 pm - 1:20 am
NBO
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LUN
8h 50m
1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
2:10 am - 1:10 pm
LUN
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NBO
10h 00m
1 stop
$478Ethiopian Air
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Nairobi to Lusaka flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Nairobi to Lusaka to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Lusaka?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Lusaka departing in May.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Nairobi to Lusaka?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Lusaka clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Lusaka on a Saturday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Monday is the most expensive day to fly from Nairobi to Lusaka. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Tuesday and avoiding Sundays for the best deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Lusaka?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Lusaka, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Lusaka is October, where tickets cost $374 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are May and January, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $607 and $570 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Lusaka?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $518 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Lusaka?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Lusaka, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Lusaka, you should book around 6 weeks before departure, which saves you about 16% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 21 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonOctober
Cheapest flight$260
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 28% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 5% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Nairobi to Lusaka

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Nairobi to Lusaka based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Nairobi to Lusaka flights

  • Will any airlines on this route offer me a specialized meal if I have a limited diet?

    When flying with Etihad Airways, you can enjoy the standard offering of selecting one of three no-cost dishes on each flight. The menu includes at least one vegetarian choice, and all meals are prepared with halal requirements in mind. Additionally, Etihad offers a range of meal options to cater to specific dietary needs, such as religious meals, various medical meals, and dedicated meals for kids and babies.

  • Can I find an airline that will supervise my kids if they are flying alone?

    Qatar Airways provides an escort service for unaccompanied minors, ensuring their safe travel. A dedicated airline representative will accompany children between the ages of 5 and 15 throughout their journey. From the originating airport to transit and onboard the aircraft, the child will be taken care of. Upon arrival at the final destination, the child will be handed over to the person designated by the parents or guardians.

  • What is the advantage of upgrading to Business Class when I fly on South African Airlines?

    Onboard, you will receive a warm welcome with a refreshing drink and an amenity bag. Indulge in an exquisite à la carte menu, featuring a proudly South African cheese board, complemented by a carefully curated wine list for an elevated dining experience. Your seating area offers ample space, serving as a mobile office if needed. When it's time to rest, you'll enjoy the comfort of our award-winning flatbed seats.

  • If I am the type of traveler that wants to lessen my environmental footprint when I fly, what is a good airline choice?

    South African Airways has implemented several initiatives aimed at reducing CO2 emissions. These measures include the introduction of a cap on aviation CO2 emissions since 2020, ensuring carbon-neutral growth. Furthermore, there has been an ongoing average improvement in fuel efficiency of 1.5% per year from 2009 to 2020. The long-term goal is to achieve a significant reduction of 50% in CO2 emissions by 2050, relative to the 2005 level.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Lusaka?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Lusaka was $260 for a one-way ticket and $429 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Nairobi and Lusaka?

    Yes, you’ll need a passport to travel to Lusaka from Nairobi.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Nairobi to Lusaka?

    When flying out of Nairobi you will be using Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl. You will be landing at Lusaka, also known as Lusaka.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Nairobi to Lusaka?

    The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Nairobi to Lusaka flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Nairobi to Lusaka?

    Star Alliance, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Nairobi and Lusaka, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Nairobi to Lusaka?

    There are nonstop flights from Nairobi to Lusaka on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Nairobi to Lusaka, RwandAir or Ethiopian Air?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Nairobi to Lusaka are RwandAir and Ethiopian Air. With an average price for the route of $424 and an overall rating of 7.7, RwandAir is the most popular choice. Ethiopian Air is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $463 and an overall rating of 7.2.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Nairobi to Lusaka?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Nairobi to Lusaka.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Nairobi to Lusaka?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Lusaka from Nairobi is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Nairobi to Lusaka?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Lusaka with an airline and back to Nairobi with another airline. Booking your flights between Nairobi and LUN can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Nairobi to Lusaka?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Lusaka from Nairobi up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Lusaka

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $321 or less one-way and $580 or less round-trip.
  • If you are looking for an easier way to get to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), why not take the Line 110 bus run by Nairobi Matatu that gets you to the Airport Junction Station from the Uchumi Station in about 30 minutes.
  • When traveling with RwandAir, each passenger is permitted to carry one bag with maximum dimensions of 22 x 15 x 8 inches. The bag should not exceed a weight of 21 lb. It is important to note that these limitations will be checked and confirmed using baggage sizers at the check-in areas.
  • If you are planning on taking one of the one-stop flights on this route, some common layover airports include Kigali International Airport (KGL), Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport (HRE), and Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD).
  • When you fly on Kenya Airways, and you want to check bags, the limit for passengers in Economy Class is two pieces that are a maximum of 50 lb each, and in Business Class, a maximum of 70 lb each with no linear size restrictions.
  • For those that want to take a bicycle on Ethiopian Air, you can take a regular bike or a special children's trolley to use with a bike or a one-wheel bike. The bike and any associated case cannot weigh more than 70 lb.

Prefer to fly direct from Nairobi to Lusaka?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Lusaka.
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Direct departures

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Lusaka

Monday

Kenya Airways

Kenya Airways

Tuesday

Kenya Airways

Kenya Airways

Wednesday

Kenya Airways

Kenya Airways

Thursday

Kenya Airways

Kenya Airways

Friday

Kenya Airways, Zambia Airways

Kenya Airways, Zambia Airways

Sunday

Kenya Airways, Zambia Airways

Kenya Airways, Zambia Airways

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Direct returns

Lusaka to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Monday

Kenya Airways

Kenya Airways

Tuesday

Zambia Airways

Zambia Airways

Wednesday

Kenya Airways

Kenya Airways

Thursday

Kenya Airways, Zambia Airways

Kenya Airways, Zambia Airways

Friday

Kenya Airways

Kenya Airways

Saturday

Kenya Airways

Kenya Airways

Sunday

Kenya Airways

Kenya Airways

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Reviews of the top 4 airlines serving from Nairobi to Lusaka

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Nairobi to Lusaka. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Nairobi to Lusaka? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.7
RwandAirOverall score based on 40 reviews
8.0Crew
7.7Comfort
7.3Food
6.7Entertainment
7.8Boarding
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Because of the long lay over hour, Rwand Air offered a free hotel accomodation and transport. This was highly appreciate d

8.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Jan 2026
KGL - DOH
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Because of the long lay over hour, Rwand Air offered a free hotel accomodation and transport. This was highly appreciate d

Pleasant, relaxed flight. I had 2 seats to myself, which was a bonus. I couldn't find a flight tracker ap so I could know where we were but that's a minor complaint. On the plus side, the passenger announcements did not come through my earphones but were on main speakers only. That was a nice touch.

Flight delayed by 3 hours 45 mins and no explanation given or apology. Rebooked on a flight departing to final destination 48 hrs later and baggage not delivered.

My outbound flight was grounded in Lusaka so we never made it to Paris. DO NOT fly this airline you will be stranded and your plans will be completely disrupted

Inflight entertainment with electronic charging stations can help during a long flight.

The flight was delayed with no notice. No inflight entertainment. Communication is vital in any business.

Poor communication: Flight come directly to kigali , didn’t come via mumbasa. Favouring to Rwandan passenger to move from economic to bussiness class after flight depart. Where they don’t asked other older passenger who need more comfort. Rude staff : chekin airport at Mumbai. Talking in local language (marathi) while serving and no sorry no thank you attitude.

Boarding was disorganized. Cabin crew was rude. Food was okay. Baggage was lost in Jeddah. Called airline for the past 5 days, either no response or saying the same thing as always which was "No bag has arrived. It should be here by tonight."

The crew was unfriendly and very rude to name a few (Helina). I felt unsafe due to most of the cabinets were open while on flight. All in all the flight was ok, but the crew needed more training on customer service most of all for international flights.

Delay not posted, only departure time listed- not boarding time. We left an hour late and arrived 45 min late. Restrooms had backed up sinks and toilets not flushed ) passenger error). Lots of screen for entertainment didn’t work. But we arrived with our luggage

The plane was old and the luggage racks above us were visibly shaking during turbulence. Water was dripping on our heads during landing. Our flight was over 2 hours late departing but we were not updated or told what to expect as the screen at the gate continued to read “on time”

I had a memorable experience. I dont have any comments at this time regarding waht could be better.

Need to do a lot of improvement on service and cleaness

My recent experience with ASKY Airlines was disappointing. The check-in process was disorganized, and I was provided with inaccurate information regarding baggage requirements, resulting in unforeseen expenses. Additionally, the ground staff demonstrated a lack of professionalism and appeared insufficiently trained to handle passenger needs effectively. Regrettably, this initial encounter has left me reluctant to consider future travel with the airline.

The Boeing 737 MAX on this route, flown in the middle of the night, is an UTTER FAILURE for business travellers. The whole point of business travel is to arrive alert and recover from travel quickly, and this little aeroplane with its quarter recline uncomfortable business seats does nothing for that. It’s a small step up from economy in that you have decent legroom, but that’s it. Absolute margin at the cost of the traveller.

It was an old aircraft, stiff seats almost wooden chairs with thin cushions. Food was ok.

Were not told that carryon laggage has to be only 12 kgs but my bag was heavier asked to pay an additional $550.00. I could have upgraded to a bussiness class for that price and no one at the gate to upgrade but able to take money for the extra weight. I felt like this was a setup scam.

The boarding gate closed too early, I missed my flight and they knew I had checked in, they took off 30 minutes earlier without 4 passengers

Our entire flights luggage was lost, and still not found with no follow up regarding it. The chairs had no headrests, and leg room was mediocre. The drinks we all sugary with no sugar free alternative.

The plane was delayed almost three hours because boarding was unorganized then we were delayed even longer because the plane had an issue. The plane didn't look well maintained, there was also alot of tape on the exterior. I won't fly kenya air ways again after this trip.

Sadly, flights were delayed both ways with no reasons given other than " operational".

The crew was good but the entertainment was poor . All old movies and TV shows and very few of them. Needs current entertainment. Seats too firm. Food just ok. Nice though to have option with upgrade of no one sitting in middle seat

I purchased the upgrade to have 3 seats open, so I was able to sleep 9 hours. Without that I would have been miserable

Our luggage was supposed to be checked through from Arusha to Cape Town. We didn't know that it was a self transfer in Johannisburg. Kayak should not have sold this flight combination with out a self transfer alert.

There was chaos checking because of a canceled flight the day prior. Also, we had an issue with tickets. The KQ agent went above a d beyond to help us get on board the flight Overall the 13+ hour flight is uncomfortable in coach. I may try to upgrade on return

For a long haul flight, the seats were too narrow. Paid for extra legroom but wish I could have paid for width! I was pressed against another person for the whole donation of the flight.

Delayed flight made my day very long, but other than that KQ got me to my destination in good shape.

The nice treatment and lovely pilots who accepted my son inside for a photo.So lovely of them

Got delayed for over 24 hours. Fight was cancelled. Was put up at a nice hotel whose kitchen was unfortunately not prepared for the sudden influx of guests The headphone jacks on the seat were loose and sound kept getting dropped over the headphones. Food was good though. Certain items (Amarula) were not available for purchase over the on-plane duty free. Had been told i would pick my luggage at my final destination*wrong* had to pick it up in JFK and recheck it and then got charged for it**** too tired to argue with the Delta staff on the issue.... after a 15 hr flight.

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