Flying from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) to Solwezi Airport (SLI): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Solwezi Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 5 minutes.
Pack your suitcase and choose from 21 weekly Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Solwezi Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your LUN to SLI flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Travelling during a peak time like June? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
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How to find the cheapest flights from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) to Solwezi Airport (SLI)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Solwezi Airport flight is R 3,706. A round-trip plane ticket is currently R 4,581. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Book five months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from LUN to SLI.
The cheapest month for flights from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Solwezi Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)
75.34% of flights that depart Kenneth Kaunda International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Central Lusaka to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport is around 26 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 40 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Solwezi Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to LUN:
Arriving at Solwezi Airport (SLI)
Stay within a quick transfer of arrivals if you're getting in on a late Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Solwezi Airport flight. The Royal Solwezi Hotel is a good option near SLI. Or check in and get some rest at Aaso Hotel before travelling to your final destination.
Getting from Solwezi Airport (SLI) to central Solwezi
Solwezi Airport is roughly 3 kilometres from the centre of Solwezi. Driving there takes about 5 minutes.
When to fly to Solwezi Airport (SLI)
April is the most popular month for flights from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Solwezi Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Solwezi in February.
When booking your flight from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Solwezi Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. October is the warmest month in Solwezi, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LUN to SLI sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Zambia
Solwezi has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Zambia waiting to be explored. About 418 kilometres south-east of Solwezi, a visit to Lusaka will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Freedom Statue, Chilenje House and Mwamfushi Safari Lodge - Booking Office.
Kitwe is another standout destination in Zambia and is around 209 kilometres east of Solwezi. No journey is complete without seeing United Church Of Zambia mukuba congregation, Seventh Day Adventist Church and Sunset Gardens Kitwe (Ndola/Kitwe Rd).