Cheap Flights from Dar Es Salaam to Lusaka

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Dar Es Salaam to Lusaka flights are currently cheapest in March.

Direct flights from Dar Es Salaam to Lusaka

Dar Es Salaam to Lusaka: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Dar Es Salaam to Lusaka below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Lusaka.

Dar Es Salaam to Lusaka: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs48,659
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time2 hrs, 35 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week5

Finding cheap flights from Dar Es Salaam to Lusaka: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Dar Es Salaam to Lusaka is Rs76,870. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 35 minutes is the average flight time from Dar Es Salaam to Lusaka.
Turkish Airlines, Ethiopian Airlines and Air Tanzania fly direct from Dar Es Salaam to Lusaka.
As of March 2025, there are 5 flights per week flying from Dar Es Salaam to Lusaka.
The cheapest month to fly from Dar Es Salaam to Lusaka is usually March.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Dar Es Salaam Airport to Lusaka Airport on Tuesday, 11 March 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 35 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Lusaka but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Lusaka is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Flying from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN): what you need to know

  • 2 hours 24 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport. Lusaka is 1 hour behind Dar Es Salaam and is in the UTC+2 timezone.

  • Flights from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport start from 01:35 — the earliest with Turkish Airlines. The last flight of the day is the 23:45 service with Turkish Airlines. In total, there are 4 services every week between DAR and LUN.

  • Flying during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Getting to Lusaka (and then exploring more of Zambia!) is straightforward with Turkish Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport.

  • We make it easy to get a flight with a stopover. To look at your options for flights from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between DAR and LUN include:

    • Hamad International Airport

    • Jomo Kenyatta International Airport

    • Addis Ababa Bole International Airport

  • To see whether you need a visa to enter Zambia, check with your carrier and the local embassy or consulate. They'll provide you with the most up-to-date information, including other paperwork you may need after booking your cheap ticket from DAR to LUN.

How to find the cheapest flights from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)

  • Rs48,659 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport. A return flight starts from Rs76,070. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.

  • Score cheap flights from DAR to LUN by booking at least 3 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.

  • November is the cheapest month for tickets from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.

  • Snapping up a cheap ticket from DAR to LUN couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when the price has fallen.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport.

Handy information about Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)

  • To get to Julius Nyerere International Airport from central Dar Es Salaam, it takes about 28 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Need a handy hotel near DAR? If you're on an early flight from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)

Getting from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) to central Lusaka

  • Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to the centre of Lusaka takes about 41 minutes by car. It's approximately 26 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.

  • Getting there by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour and 48 minutes.

When to fly to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)

  • It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport. June is the most popular month to visit Lusaka. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in February.

  • The warmest month in Lusaka is October, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC and 34ºC. Book your flights from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

  • July has average temperatures of between 9ºC and 25ºC. Look for cheap flights from DAR to LUN around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

More about Lusaka

  • Once you've booked your flights from DAR to LUN, you'll want to find somewhere to stay in Lusaka. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this top destination:

  • Freedom Statue and Chilenje House are a couple of leading attractions to put on your Lusaka must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Piluki Event Gardens.

Complete your Lusaka trip with hotels and a car rental

  • Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport, check out the lowest prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one place to find the best car rental price for your Lusaka trip.

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