Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN): what you need to know
Lusaka is nine hours behind Melbourne and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Your MEL to LUN flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you'd like to tour a new city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Dubai Airport is a popular stop between MEL and LUN.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport flight is R 11,661. A round-trip plane ticket right now is R 24,697. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from MEL to LUN. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across each month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
67.71% of flights taking off from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Central Melbourne to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is approximately 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The journey on public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to MEL:
Arriving at Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LUN instead:
Follow your own route with a Kenneth Kaunda International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, Avis or Keddy By Europcar and chase adventure across Lusaka and beyond.
Booking your ride from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport about three weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) to central Lusaka
Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to central Lusaka has a drive time of about 40 minutes. It's approximately 26 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 50 minutes.
When to fly to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)
June is the most popular month for flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Lusaka in January.
When booking your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. October is the warmest month in Lusaka, with the temperature ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MEL to LUN in July. Temperatures average between 9ºC (48ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
Explore more of Zambia
You've done Lusaka, now it's time to discover other parts of Zambia. Travel about 290 kilometres north to Kitwe to tick off its popular sights. From United Church Of Zambia mukuba congregation to Seventh Day Adventist Church and Sunset Gardens Kitwe (Ndola/Kitwe Rd), you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If there's time to check out another major destination in Zambia, head for Ndola, roughly 274 kilometres north of Lusaka. Copperbelt Museum, Minsundu Recreational Park and Megatron's Encase are key highlights.
