Flying from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN): what you need to know
Lusaka is nine hours ahead of Vancouver and follows the UTC+2 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your YVR to LUN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)
R 12,066 is currently the best price for a one-way Vancouver International Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport flight. Return flights start at R 28,685. These prices may change depending on availability.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from YVR to LUN. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
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Handy information about Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Vancouver International Airport, 71.77% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To get to Vancouver International Airport from central Vancouver, it takes around 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Vancouver International Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to YVR:
Arriving at Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)
If you're getting in on a late Vancouver International Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these options near LUN:
Travel at your own pace 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 vehicle from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport around three weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) to central Lusaka
Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to the centre of Lusaka has a drive time of about 40 minutes. It's approximately 26 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 1 hour 50 minutes.
When to fly to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)
June is the busiest month for flights from Vancouver International Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Lusaka in January.
Lock in your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport for October if you want to visit Lusaka during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from YVR to LUN in July. Temperatures average between 9ºC (48ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
Explore more of Zambia
Kitwe is just one of the many cities in Zambia waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Lusaka. Around 290 kilometres away to the north, well-known attractions include United Church Of Zambia mukuba congregation, Seventh Day Adventist Church and Sunset Gardens Kitwe (Ndola/Kitwe Rd).
Ndola is another essential stop in Zambia and is around 274 kilometres north of Lusaka. No trip is complete without dropping by Copperbelt Museum, Minsundu Recreational Park and Megatron's Encase.
