Travelling from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport.
Lusaka's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Lusaka one hour behind Nairobi.
Flights from NBO to LUN start from 07:15 — the first with Kenya Airways. The last service of the day is at 23:30 with Kenya Airways. Overall, there are 13 weekly Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your NBO to LUN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Kenya Airways has direct flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Lusaka — and maybe even more of Zambia if you have time.
Kenya Airways is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
The most punctual carrier offering NBO to LUN flights is Kenya Airways. Its services land as planned 75.76% of the time.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between NBO and LUN:
Kigali International Airport
Julius Nyerere International Airport
Lilongwe International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)
R 4,349 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport flight. Return flights start at R 7,433. These fares can change based on availability.
To secure cheap tickets from NBO to LUN, reserve your journey nine months ahead of your planned departure.
Schedule your trip for August. That's the cheapest month for flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across every month.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from NBO to LUN.
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Handy information about Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, 67.1% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Nairobi to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel near NBO? If you're boarding an early flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)
Reserve a hotel close to LUN if you're catching a late Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Kenneth Kaunda International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, Avis or Keddy By Europcar and chase adventure across Lusaka and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport about three weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) to central Lusaka
From Kenneth Kaunda International Airport, Lusaka is approximately 26 kilometres away. It takes around 40 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 50 minutes.
When to fly to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)
June is the most popular month for flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Lusaka in January.
When reserving your flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. October is the warmest month in Lusaka, with the temperature ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from NBO to LUN in July. Temperatures average between 9ºC (48ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
Explore more of Zambia
You've seen Lusaka, now it's time to discover other corners of Zambia. Travel about 290 kilometres north to Kitwe to check off its leading attractions. From United Church Of Zambia mukuba congregation to Seventh Day Adventist Church and Sunset Gardens Kitwe (Ndola/Kitwe Rd), you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're eager to discover another corner of Zambia, consider Ndola, about 274 kilometres north of Lusaka. Copperbelt Museum, Minsundu Recreational Park and Megatron's Encase are key reasons to visit.