Travelling from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know
The timezone in Melbourne is UTC+11, which is nine hours ahead of Lusaka.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your LUN to MEL flight.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Explore another city along the way or simply break up your flight with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Many travellers pass through Dubai Airport when flying between LUN and MEL.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight is $1,587. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $1,956. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from LUN to MEL if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
Finding cheap flights from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across the month and bag a great deal.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from LUN to MEL.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport.
Handy information about Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)
75.34% of flights taking off from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Kenneth Kaunda International Airport is around 26 kilometres from central Lusaka. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 50 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to LUN? If you're catching an early flight from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Book a hotel close to MEL if you're catching a late Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car and discover Melbourne and beyond with your own set of wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast and Sixt are top outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is approximately 24 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The quietest month for a flight from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is April, while January is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Melbourne based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport for January if you want to explore Melbourne during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LUN to MEL in July. Average temperatures are between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) then.
Explore more of Australia
You've done Melbourne, now it's time to discover more of Australia. Travel about 467 kilometres north-east to Canberra to check off its leading sights. From Australian War Memorial to National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne, Geelong is another essential stop in Australia. Experience major highlights starting with Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre.