Travelling from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know
Cairo's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Lusaka.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your LUN to CAI flight.
Travelling during a peak time like June? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Cairo International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Stopovers between LUN and CAI include:
Dubai Airport
O.R. Tambo International Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Cairo International Airport flight is R 9,491. A return fare right now is R 14,271. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually best to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from LUN to CAI. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when searching for a flight from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Cairo International Airport.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from LUN to CAI.
Discover the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Cairo International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)
When it comes to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport's on-time performance, 75.34% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To reach Kenneth Kaunda International Airport from central Lusaka, it'll take around 40 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 26 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of about 1 hour 50 minutes on public transport.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near LUN. Whether you're catching an early flight from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Cairo International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Cairo International Airport (CAI)
If you're coming in on a late Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Cairo International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near CAI:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Cairo International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Auto-Union, Hertz or Alamo and experience the lesser-explored corners of Cairo and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Cairo International Airport around one week before your departure date.
Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
Cairo International Airport is roughly 21 kilometres from the centre of Cairo. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Cairo International Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Cairo. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Cairo International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Cairo, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LUN to CAI sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Egypt
You've seen Cairo, now it's time to discover other corners of Egypt. Travel about 177 kilometres north-west to Alexandria to tick off its leading attractions. From Anwar El Sadat Museum - Library of Alexandria to Montazah Palace Gardens and Pompey's Pillar, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 177 kilometres north-east of Cairo, Port Said is another favourite stop in Egypt. Experience major highlights starting with Village Dolphin Beach, Manshiah Square and قاعه توليب tulip garden.