Flying from Mumbai Airport (BOM) to Lusaka Airport (LUN): what you need to know
The timezone in Lusaka is UTC+2, which is three hours 30 minutes behind Mumbai.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your BOM to LUN flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as November? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Mumbai Airport to Lusaka Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Popular stopovers between BOM and LUN include:
Dubai Airport
Addis Ababa Airport
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport
Handy information about Mumbai Airport (BOM)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Mumbai Airport, data shows 56% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To get to Mumbai Airport from central Mumbai, it takes about 45 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport usually takes 1 hour.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near BOM. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Mumbai Airport to Lusaka Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Lusaka Airport (LUN)
If you're getting in on a late Mumbai Airport to Lusaka Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these hotels near LUN:
Pick up a Lusaka Airport rental car and discover Lusaka and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Avis and Keddy By Europcar are leading providers to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Lusaka Airport around three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Lusaka Airport (LUN) to central Lusaka
From Lusaka Airport, Lusaka is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It'll take around 1 hour to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Lusaka Airport (LUN)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Mumbai Airport to Lusaka Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Lusaka. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Mumbai Airport to Lusaka Airport for October if you want to visit Lusaka during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BOM to LUN in July. Temperatures average between 9ºC (48ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) then.