Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN): what you need to know
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
We make it simple to get a flight with a stopover. To look at the options for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between LHR and LUN include:
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Kigali International Airport
O.R. Tambo International Airport
To see if you need a visa to enter Zambia, check with your airline and the local consulate or embassy. They'll have the most current information, including additional documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from LHR to LUN.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport is $884. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,172. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
To get your hands on cheap flight tickets from LHR to LUN, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flight tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across every month and land a great deal.
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Use filters to find the right journey for you. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from London Heathrow Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Travelling from central London to London Heathrow Airport takes approximately 1 hour and 1 minute on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or hail a cab, you'll cover the 31 kilometres in 57 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Got an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to LHR:
Arriving at Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)
Book a hotel near LUN if you're catching a late flight from London Heathrow Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) to central Lusaka
Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to central Lusaka takes around 41 minutes by car. It's approximately 26 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
It typically takes 1 hour and 48 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)
The quietest month for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport is February, while June is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Lusaka based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport for October if you'd like to visit Lusaka during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 18ºC and 34ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 9ºC and 25ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from LHR to LUN sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Lusaka
After booking your flights from LHR to LUN, you'll want to find a place to stay in Lusaka. Make one of these options your base for exploring this top destination:
Freedom Statue and Chilenje House are a couple of big attractions to add to your Lusaka travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Piluki Event Gardens.
Complete your Lusaka trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport, explore the lowest prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to get the best car rental price for your Lusaka holiday.