Flying from Ndola Airport (NLA) to Lusaka Airport (LUN): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Ndola Airport to Lusaka Airport is 45 minutes.
Ndola and Lusaka are in the same timezone, UTC+2.
Flights from NLA to LUN start at 06:30 — the first with Proflight Zambia. The last service of the day is at 19:40 with Zambia Airways. Overall, you can choose from 42 weekly Ndola Airport to Lusaka Airport flights.
Leave plenty of time to make your NLA to LUN flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like October, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
Travelling to Lusaka (and then exploring more of Zambia!) is easy with Proflight Zambia. This popular carrier has direct flights from Ndola Airport to Lusaka Airport.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Proflight Zambia on this route.
With a reliable 85.0% of services landing on schedule, Proflight Zambia is the most punctual carrier for NLA to LUN flights.
If you want to check out another city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Ndola Airport to Lusaka Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Addis Ababa Airport is a well-known stop between NLA and LUN.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ndola Airport (NLA) to Lusaka Airport (LUN)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Ndola Airport to Lusaka Airport flight is $143. A return plane ticket is currently $307. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Score cheap tickets from NLA to LUN by booking four months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Ndola Airport to Lusaka Airport is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from NLA to LUN.
Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Ndola Airport to Lusaka Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Ndola Airport (NLA)
When it comes to Ndola Airport's on-time performance, data shows 66% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Ndola Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Ndola. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 35 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from Ndola Airport to Lusaka Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near NLA:
Arriving at Lusaka Airport (LUN)
If you're landing on a late Ndola Airport to Lusaka Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these options near LUN:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Lusaka Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Avis or Keddy By Europcar to explore Lusaka and beyond.
Booking your ride from Lusaka Airport around three weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Lusaka Airport (LUN) to central Lusaka
Lusaka Airport is approximately 27 kilometres from central Lusaka. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Lusaka Airport (LUN)
The quietest month for a flight from Ndola Airport to Lusaka Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Lusaka based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Lusaka is October, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your flights from Ndola Airport to Lusaka Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
July sees average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Search for cheap tickets from NLA to LUN sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.