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Flying from Johannesburg to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN): what you need to know
Johannesburg's main base, O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), is where many great holidays begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Johannesburg to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN).
The average duration of a direct flight from Johannesburg to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport is 2 hours 3 minutes.
Kenneth Kaunda International Airport is located in Lusaka. The city's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Johannesburg.
The most popular route is from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN), with 300 direct services every week. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from JNB to LUN is the 06:15 Airlink option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 19:25 with Zambia Airways.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Johannesburg to LUN.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and up to four hours for international flights. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or go over your itinerary.
Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Go straight to your destination from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB). Direct flights from Johannesburg to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) operate from here.
These are some of the popular airlines offering direct flights from Johannesburg to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport departing from JNB:
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight from Johannesburg to LUN that includes a stopover. To see your options departing from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between JNB and LUN include:
Kigali International Airport (KGL)
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
RG Mugabe International Airport (HRE)
From the centre of Johannesburg, JNB is around 29 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or check the official airport website to find the best way to reach the terminal.
Want a convenient hotel near O.R. Tambo International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Johannesburg to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
About Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)
If you have a late flight from Johannesburg to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near LUN:
Getting from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) to central Lusaka
Kenneth Kaunda International Airport is approximately 26 kilometres from the centre of Lusaka. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 41 minutes.
Getting there by public transport takes around 1 hour and 48 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)
Lock in a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport from ₹ 12,703 or travel return from just ₹ 24,116. Prices are accurate at the time of listing and may change based on availability when you book.
To snag flight tickets from Johannesburg to LUN, reserve your journey 8 months ahead of your planned departure.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Johannesburg to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Johannesburg to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)
June is the most popular month to board a flight from Johannesburg to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Lusaka, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
When booking your flight from Johannesburg to LUN, think about the type of weather you enjoy. October is the warmest month in Lusaka, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 34ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Johannesburg to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 9ºC and 25ºC on average.
More about Lusaka
Once you've booked your flight from Johannesburg to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Lusaka:
Freedom Statue and Chilenje House are a couple of top attractions to put on your Lusaka travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Piluki Event Gardens.
Complete your Lusaka trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Johannesburg to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to track down your perfect ride. Check out our car rentals in Lusaka and compare offers in one place. Plus you'll find all the info you need to know, from the most popular rental company to the average daily price.
