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Cheapest round-trip
$1,610
Typical prices: $1,688-$2,529
Kenya Airways
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RDU - LUN • 3 stops
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Cheap Flights from Raleigh to Lusaka (RDU-LUN)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Raleigh to Lusaka

Fri, Feb 26 - Sat, Mar 6
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7:00 am - 5:25 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-LUN Lusaka
27h 25m3 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Harare
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6:15 pm - 3:58 pmLUN  Lusaka-RDU Raleigh-Durham
28h 43m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,610Multiple Airlines
Fri, Feb 26 - Sat, Mar 6
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3:13 pm - 7:50 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-LUN Lusaka
33h 37m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Doha Hamad Intl
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9:55 pm - 10:29 pmLUN  Lusaka-RDU Raleigh-Durham
31h 34m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,688Qatar Airways
Sun, Dec 6 - Sat, Dec 12
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6:25 pm - 7:00 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-LUN Lusaka
41h 35m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Johannesburg OR Tambo
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2:25 pm - 4:15 pmLUN  Lusaka-RDU Raleigh-Durham
32h 50m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Paris Charles de Gaulle
$1,725Multiple Airlines
Mon, Dec 14 - Thu, Jan 14
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6:25 pm - 7:00 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-LUN Lusaka
41h 35m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Johannesburg OR Tambo
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2:25 pm - 4:15 pmLUN  Lusaka-RDU Raleigh-Durham
32h 50m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Paris Charles de Gaulle
$1,867Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 24 - Thu, Dec 31
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8:30 pm - 1:35 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-LUN Lusaka
34h 05m2 stops London Heathrow Johannesburg OR Tambo
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2:25 pm - 5:20 pmLUN  Lusaka-RDU Raleigh-Durham
33h 55m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo London Heathrow
$1,959Multiple Airlines
Sun, Dec 6 - Fri, Dec 11
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7:27 pm - 1:20 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-LUN Lusaka
46h 53m3 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Abidjan Felix H. Boigny Addis Ababa Bole
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2:30 am - 11:02 amLUN  Lusaka-RDU Raleigh-Durham
39h 32m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Abidjan Felix H. Boigny New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,970Ethiopian Air
Sun, Dec 6 - Fri, Dec 11
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6:00 am - 1:10 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-LUN Lusaka
24h 10m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Addis Ababa Bole
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2:30 am - 11:02 amLUN  Lusaka-RDU Raleigh-Durham
39h 32m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Abidjan Felix H. Boigny New York John F Kennedy Intl
$2,004Ethiopian Air
Fri, Feb 26 - Fri, Mar 5
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7:51 am - 1:20 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-LUN Lusaka
34h 29m3 stops Newark Lome Addis Ababa Bole
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2:30 am - 11:24 pmLUN  Lusaka-RDU Raleigh-Durham
27h 54m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Abidjan Felix H. Boigny New York John F Kennedy Intl
$2,066Multiple Airlines
Sat, Dec 12 - Thu, Jan 14
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8:45 pm - 1:35 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-LUN Lusaka
33h 50m2 stops London Heathrow Johannesburg OR Tambo
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2:25 pm - 5:15 pmLUN  Lusaka-RDU Raleigh-Durham
33h 50m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo London Heathrow
$2,214British Airways
Sun, Dec 13 - Fri, Jan 15
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8:45 pm - 1:35 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-LUN Lusaka
33h 50m2 stops London Heathrow Johannesburg OR Tambo
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2:25 pm - 5:15 pmLUN  Lusaka-RDU Raleigh-Durham
33h 50m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo London Heathrow
$2,214British Airways
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Price, demand and travel trends for Raleigh to Lusaka flights

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Raleigh to Lusaka. It’s 17% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 47% higher.

Key details for Raleigh to Lusaka flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$1,610
Beat the crowds with an average 86% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 86% increase in travelers.
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When to book flights from Raleigh to Lusaka

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Your Raleigh to Lusaka flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

    Only First Class is available on flights from Raleigh to Lusaka.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Raleigh 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.

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

    Round-trip flights from Raleigh to Lusaka range from $1,688 to $2,529, with an average of $1,814 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,688 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Raleigh 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 $1,610 to $5,696. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    Lusaka Airport (LUN) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $97 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Final Rentals
    • Europcar
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Flex To Go
    • Xdrive Mobility

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

    Flights from Raleigh to Lusaka usually depart from Raleigh-Durham (RDU) and arrive at Lusaka (LUN).

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 44% on flights from Raleigh to Lusaka. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $1,520 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $2,674, a difference of $1,154.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What is the time difference between Raleigh and Lusaka?

    Lusaka is 7 hours ahead of Raleigh (Central Africa Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Raleigh to Lusaka flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Saturday flights average $1,520, about $1,154 less than Friday fares (43% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Raleigh to Lusaka trip for July. Fares historically average $1,479 round-trip in that month - typically $1,050 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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