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Cheapest round-trip
$1,503
Typical prices: $1,419-$1,902
Qatar Airways
Thu 11/8Tue 11/13
SFO - LUN • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$1,004
Typical prices: $919-$1,279
Air France
Fri 3/9
SFO - LUN • 2 stops
When to travel
February
Cheapest • 29% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Istanbul (IST)
Cheapest • Avg $1,301 (round-trip)
Doha Hamad Intl (DOH)
Shortest trip • 29h 59m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Lusaka (SFO-LUN)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Francisco to Lusaka

Sun, Nov 8 - Fri, Nov 13
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9:53 pm - 3:00 pmSFO  San Francisco-LUN Lusaka
31h 07m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Doha Hamad Intl
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3:10 pm - 12:40 pmLUN  Lusaka-SFO San Francisco
31h 30m3 stops Harare Kigali Intl Doha Hamad Intl
$1,503Qatar Airways
Tue, Mar 9 - Tue, Mar 23
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11:59 pm - 9:15 amSFO  San Francisco-LUN Lusaka
47h 16m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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10:05 am - 7:31 pmLUN  Lusaka-SFO San Francisco
42h 26m3 stops Harare Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,555Kenya Airways
Tue, Mar 9 - Tue, Mar 23
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11:59 pm - 5:25 pmSFO  San Francisco-LUN Lusaka
31h 26m3 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Harare
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10:05 am - 4:30 pmLUN  Lusaka-SFO San Francisco
39h 25m3 stops Harare Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,555Kenya Airways
Tue, Mar 9 - Tue, Mar 23
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11:59 pm - 1:05 amSFO  San Francisco-LUN Lusaka
39h 06m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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10:05 am - 4:30 pmLUN  Lusaka-SFO San Francisco
39h 25m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,566Kenya Airways
Sun, Nov 8 - Fri, Nov 13
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1:50 pm - 9:40 amSFO  San Francisco-LUN Lusaka
33h 50m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Johannesburg OR Tambo
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5:05 pm - 11:45 amLUN  Lusaka-SFO San Francisco
52h 40m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Amsterdam Schiphol
$1,663KLM
Mon, Oct 26 - Mon, Nov 2
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4:00 pm - 7:50 amSFO  San Francisco-LUN Lusaka
30h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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10:20 am - 12:40 pmLUN  Lusaka-SFO San Francisco
36h 20m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Doha Hamad Intl
$1,679Qatar Airways
Mon, Oct 26 - Mon, Nov 2
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9:35 pm - 1:30 pmSFO  San Francisco-LUN Lusaka
30h 55m2 stops London Heathrow Johannesburg OR Tambo
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2:15 pm - 2:55 pmLUN  Lusaka-SFO San Francisco
34h 40m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo London Heathrow
$1,683British Airways
Mon, Oct 26 - Sun, Nov 1
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7:38 am - 1:20 amSFO  San Francisco-LUN Lusaka
32h 42m3 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Abidjan Felix H. Boigny Addis Ababa Bole
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2:30 am - 9:34 amLUN  Lusaka-SFO San Francisco
41h 04m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Abidjan Felix H. Boigny New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,705Ethiopian Air
Wed, Oct 7 - Tue, Oct 13
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8:06 am - 1:20 amSFO  San Francisco-LUN Lusaka
32h 14m3 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Abidjan Felix H. Boigny Addis Ababa Bole
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2:15 am - 10:49 amLUN  Lusaka-SFO San Francisco
41h 34m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Abidjan Felix H. Boigny New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,706Ethiopian Air
Fri, Oct 16 - Tue, Oct 20
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10:40 pm - 2:40 pmSFO  San Francisco-LUN Lusaka
31h 00m3 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Addis Ababa Bole Harare
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2:15 am - 12:59 amLUN  Lusaka-SFO San Francisco
31h 44m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Lome Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$1,756Ethiopian Air
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Francisco to Lusaka flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Lusaka?

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Lusaka start at $1,503. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $1,419 to $1,902. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,503 on Qatar Airways.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Lusaka, it is 12% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 16% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for San Francisco to Lusaka flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$1,004
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 3% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 12% lower on average.
Flight from San Francisco to Lusaka

When to book flights from San Francisco to Lusaka

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco 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 San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Lusaka?

    Flights from San Francisco to Lusaka usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Lusaka (LUN).

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from San Francisco to Lusaka.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from San Francisco to Lusaka pass through?

    One-stop flights from San Francisco to Lusaka most commonly connect through:

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 50% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) - 31% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) - 19% 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 San Francisco to Lusaka?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 25% on the San Francisco to Lusaka route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,416 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $1,868, a difference of $452. 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 long is a flight from San Francisco to Lusaka?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from San Francisco to Lusaka. Flights with 1 layover take between 29h 59m and 35h 24m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco 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 San Francisco 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 $1,503 to $4,023. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from San Francisco to Lusaka looking right now?

    One-way fares from San Francisco to Lusaka are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,242, which is 16% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 29h 59m, compared with 30h 57m via Dubai Intl (DXB) and 35h 24m via Istanbul (IST).

  • What is the time difference between San Francisco and Lusaka?

    Lusaka is 9 hours ahead of San Francisco (Central Africa Time vs Pacific 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 San Francisco to Lusaka flight?

    Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Lusaka range from $1,419 to $1,902, with an average of $1,603 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,419 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking San Francisco 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 Wednesday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $1,416 - about $452 less than Monday (24% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Francisco to Lusaka trip for February. Fares historically average $1,132 round-trip in that month - typically $1,448 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).

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