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Cheapest round-trip
$1,121
Typical prices: $1,128-$1,579
Kenya Airways
Thu 11/1Fri 11/30
JFK - LUN • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$687
Typical prices: $638-$982
Kenya Airways
Sun 11/4
JFK - LUN • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between New York and Lusaka. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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JFK - LUN
Cheapest • 8% average savings
EWR - LUN
Most popular
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When to book
14 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 14 weeks in advance save around 13% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
March
Cheapest • 19% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Doha Hamad Intl (DOH)
Cheapest • Avg $1,374 (round-trip)
Dubai Intl (DXB)
Shortest trip • 22h 05m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from New York to Lusaka (NYC-LUN)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from New York to Lusaka

Sun, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 29
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1:45 pm - 5:25 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-LUN Lusaka
20h 40m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Harare
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1:55 am - 6:35 amLUN  Lusaka-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
35h 40m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
$1,121Kenya Airways
Sun, Nov 1 - Mon, Nov 30
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1:45 pm - 9:15 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-LUN Lusaka
36h 30m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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6:15 pm - 6:35 amLUN  Lusaka-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
19h 20m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
$1,121Kenya Airways
Wed, Oct 7 - Tue, Oct 13
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10:00 pm - 1:20 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-LUN Lusaka
21h 20m2 stops Abidjan Felix H. Boigny Addis Ababa Bole
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2:15 am - 8:00 pmLUN  Lusaka-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
23h 45m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Abidjan Felix H. Boigny
$1,211Ethiopian Air
Wed, Oct 14 - Tue, Oct 20
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10:00 pm - 1:20 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-LUN Lusaka
21h 20m2 stops Abidjan Felix H. Boigny Addis Ababa Bole
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2:15 am - 8:00 pmLUN  Lusaka-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
23h 45m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Abidjan Felix H. Boigny
$1,211Ethiopian Air
Sat, Nov 7 - Wed, Nov 18
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9:00 pm - 2:20 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-LUN Lusaka
58h 20m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Kigali Intl
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2:45 pm - 3:00 pmLUN  Lusaka-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
31h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,240Qatar Airways
Sun, Nov 1 - Mon, Nov 30
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1:45 pm - 5:25 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-LUN Lusaka
20h 40m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Harare
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7:50 am - 6:35 amLUN  Lusaka-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
29h 45m3 stops Ndola Lubumbashi Luano Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
$1,275Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 1 - Mon, Nov 30
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1:45 pm - 9:15 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-LUN Lusaka
36h 30m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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5:15 am - 6:35 amLUN  Lusaka-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
32h 20m3 stops Ndola Lubumbashi Luano Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
$1,275Multiple Airlines
Fri, Nov 6 - Wed, Nov 18
Qatar Airways Logo
1:20 am - 7:50 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-LUN Lusaka
23h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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2:45 pm - 3:00 pmLUN  Lusaka-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
31h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,363Qatar Airways
Wed, Nov 4 - Sat, Jul 10
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1:20 am - 7:50 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-LUN Lusaka
23h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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9:25 pm - 3:10 pmLUN  Lusaka-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
23h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,604JetBlue
Fri, Oct 2 - Sun, Oct 11
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1:20 am - 8:35 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-LUN Lusaka
25h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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3:25 pm - 8:50 amLUN  Lusaka-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
23h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,688JetBlue
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Price, demand and travel trends for New York to Lusaka flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from New York to Lusaka with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from New York to Lusaka?

Round-trip flights from New York to Lusaka start at $1,121. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $1,128 to $1,579. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,121 on Kenya Airways.

What is the cheapest New York to Lusaka flight route?

New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) to Lusaka (LUN) is the cheapest New York to Lusaka route, averaging $1,301 round-trip. Other New York to Lusaka routes average $1,472, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to Lusaka?

Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to Lusaka, it is 8% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 15% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Lusaka?

•March is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Lusaka at $1,071 round-trip.
•December ($1,603) and June ($1,550) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 49% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from New York to Lusaka the cheapest?

Flights from New York to Lusaka are cheapest 14 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 13% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for New York to Lusaka flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$687
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 14% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 22% increase in price.
Flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Lusaka

When to book flights from New York to Lusaka

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from New York to Lusaka based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your New York to Lusaka flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from New York to Lusaka?

    Flights from New York to Lusaka may depart from several airports in New York area, including Newark (EWR), New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) and New York LaGuardia (LGA). Flights usually arrive at Lusaka (LUN).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from New York to Lusaka?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from New York to Lusaka:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from New York to Lusaka pass through?

    One-stop flights from New York to Lusaka most commonly connect through:

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 78% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) - 10% of one-stop connections
    • Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) - 1% of one-stop connections

    Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from New York to Lusaka?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 20% on the New York to Lusaka route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $1,223 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,522, a difference of $299. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How expensive are last-minute New York to Lusaka flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 7% below the route average of $1,318. Booking late can sometimes save money on this route, but inventory is limited.

  • How long is a flight from New York to Lusaka?

    A nonstop flight from New York to Lusaka takes 0h 00m, covering 7,544 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from New York to Lusaka?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from New York to Lusaka changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,121 to $9,920. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from New York to Lusaka looking right now?

    One-way fares from New York to Lusaka are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $989, which is 33% above the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from New York to Lusaka?

    Flying via Dubai Intl (DXB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 22h 05m, compared with 23h 58m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) and 26h 39m via Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO).

  • What is the time difference between New York and Lusaka?

    Lusaka is 6 hours ahead of New York (Central Africa Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Lusaka Airport (LUN)?

    Lusaka Airport (LUN) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $41 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Final Rentals
    • Europcar
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Xdrive Mobility
    • Flex To Go

  • How much should I expect to pay for a New York to Lusaka flight?

    Round-trip flights from New York to Lusaka range from $1,128 to $1,579, with an average of $1,318 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,128 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking New York to Lusaka flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Monday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Monday flights average $1,223 - about $299 less than Saturday (20% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 14 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 13% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your New York to Lusaka trip for March. Fares historically average $1,071 round-trip in that month - typically $532 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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