Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN): what you need to know
Lusaka is nine hours ahead of San Francisco and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Your SFO to LUN flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Take a detour to a new city or break up your flight with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport. Many passengers pass through Hamad International Airport when flying between SFO and LUN.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)
$1,729 is the best price for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport flight. Return flights start at $5,027. These prices can change based on demand.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from SFO to LUN, book early. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap flights from San Francisco International Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices throughout the month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
77.36% of flights departing from San Francisco International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
San Francisco International Airport is about 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near SFO. Whether you've booked an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a San Francisco International Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near LUN instead:
Explore without limits with a Kenneth Kaunda International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, Avis or Keddy By Europcar and venture far and wide through Lusaka and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport about three weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) to central Lusaka
Kenneth Kaunda International Airport is roughly 26 kilometres from central Lusaka. Driving there takes about 40 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 50 minutes.
When to fly to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport. June is the most popular month to head to Lusaka. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
Book your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport for October if you'd like to visit Lusaka during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from SFO to LUN in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
Explore more of Zambia
Lusaka has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Zambia just waiting to be explored. About 290 kilometres north of Lusaka, a trip to Kitwe will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like United Church Of Zambia mukuba congregation, Seventh Day Adventist Church and Sunset Gardens Kitwe (Ndola/Kitwe Rd).
Ndola is another sought-after destination 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.
