How to find cheap flights to Zambia
Lock in a better price on a flight to Zambia by taking off from Dubai, often the most affordable departure option.
Then touch down at Lusaka to bring your overall fare down even further.
May generally works out to be the cheapest time to visit Zambia.
You'll find one-way flights there from AED 1,032. The best price for a round-trip ticket is AED 2,201.
Not fussed where you land? Add where you're departing from, then enter 'Zambia' in the 'To' field. You'll get a list of destinations and the option to sort them by 'Cheapest flights.'
If you've already settled on a destination city, select 'Add nearby airports.' This lets you compare fares across nearby airports and potentially save money.
Save yourself the effort of checking fares over and over by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an instant notification whenever the price drops on your route.
The sooner you book, the better. You could walk away with some awesome early bird discounts.
The best time to go to Zambia
Take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool if you're flexible with your dates. Browse fares for an entire month and find a flight that fits your budget and schedule.
July is the busiest time to travel. Head off then if you want peak season energy, but maybe skip it if saving money is the priority.
December is the quietest time of year to travel if you want a more laid-back vibe. You'll generally find cheaper prices on plane tickets to Zambia then.
The weather can change the feel of your trip, so choose your season wisely. Average highs reach 33ºC (91ºF) in October, making it one of the warmest months in Zambia.
July brings cooler conditions, with low average temperatures of 11ºC (52ºF).
January is usually the wettest month, while June is the driest.
When choosing your dates, also factor in rainy season and periods of extreme heat. Weather risks can differ by region, so it's worth checking what applies to the places you're traveling through.
Getting to Zambia
When you're ready to book flights to Zambia, there are plenty of arrival airports to choose from. The busiest include:
Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) in Lusaka
Ndola Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport (NLA) in Ndola
Harry Mwaanga Nkumbula International Airport (LVI) in Livingstone
These airlines are the biggest players flying into this destination, based on approximate monthly flight figures:
Airlink — 150
Kenya Airways — 110
Ethiopian Airlines — 100
Major international hubs including Addis Ababa, Dubai and Doha are common stopovers on flights to Zambia. Your connection (if any) will depend on your airline and departure city, which you can check as you search.
Places to visit in Zambia
Lusaka
With a population of roughly 1.3 million and located in Lusaka Province, this city tops the list of must-visit places.
Major stops include Batoka Gorge, Kapishya Hot Springs and BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, Lusaka.
Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) handles most international flights into Lusaka. You'll find some excellent flight deals to Zambia landing at this major hub.
Looking for a place to rest your head? Browse the full range of hotels in Lusaka.
Ndola
This Copperbelt city of around 390,000 has a personality all its own.
Fit in a visit to big-name highlights like Copperbelt Museum.
Land at Ndola Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport (NLA) and go straight from arrivals to exploring the sights.
After your plane ticket is locked in, you can move on to finding the right stay among the hotels in Ndola.
Livingstone
Need ideas for more places to visit in Zambia? This city of about 110,000 people in Southern Province has plenty to discover.
Well-known attractions to squeeze in while you're here include Zambezi River , livingstone section, Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park and Maramba Market.
You can reach the city through its main airport, Harry Mwaanga Nkumbula International Airport (LVI).
From short city visits to longer stays, hotels in Livingstone cater to all kinds of travel styles and budgets.
Good to know
Entry rules may vary depending on your passport, travel plans and length of stay, so check well in advance. Official embassy sites and airlines will have the most up-to-date advice on visas or any other documentation you may need.
Access to ATMs (automatic teller machines) is very limited. You'll want to plan your cash needs ahead of time.
Tipping is optional. There's no expectation to tip in Zambia, but a little extra is appreciated if you're happy with the service.
Wi-Fi access is low and not something you can count on. You may be able to get online in some bigger hotels or specific areas, but access isn't consistent as you move around.
Zambia has a population of roughly 22 million. The capital city is Lusaka.
The same time is used throughout this destination, with a single standard time zone operating on UTC+2.
Zambia sits in Africa within the Eastern Africa subregion.
Want to line up your flight to Zambia with a big occasion? Major events to build your trip around include the Nc'wala Ceremony harvest festival, the Likumbi Lya Mize Ceremony mask festival and the Kuomboka Festival.
Complete your trip with hotels and a car rental
Booked that cheap ticket to Zambia? Now decide where you're going to stay and how you'll travel around. Check out the range of hotels in Zambia and filter your search by property type, location and more. You can also browse car rental options in Zambia and choose from pickup points in cities or at airports.
