Flying from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Dubai Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 7 hours 10 minutes.
Lusaka's timezone is UTC+2, making Lusaka two hours behind Dubai.
Flights from DXB to LUN start at 09:15 — the first with Emirates. The last service of the day is at 09:25 with Emirates. Overall, you can choose from ten weekly Dubai Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport flights.
Your DXB to LUN flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Travelling during a peak time like January? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Jetting into Lusaka (and then discovering more of Zambia!) is easy with Emirates. This popular airline has direct flights from Dubai Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Emirates.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time arrival rate for DXB to LUN flights is Emirates.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Dubai Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between DXB and LUN:
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)
281 € is currently the best price for a one-way Dubai Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport flight. A return flight starts at 486 €. These fares can change based on demand.
Book one month before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from DXB to LUN.
Schedule your trip for December. That's the cheapest month for flights from Dubai Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from DXB to LUN by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Dubai Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport.
Handy information about Dubai Airport (DXB)
When it comes to Dubai Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74.31% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Dubai Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Dubai. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of about 50 minutes when using public transport.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near DXB. Whether you're catching an early flight from Dubai Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)
If you're arriving on a late Dubai Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near LUN:
Pick up a Kenneth Kaunda International Airport rental car and discover Lusaka and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Avis and Keddy By Europcar are top providers you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport around three weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) to central Lusaka
Kenneth Kaunda International Airport is approximately 26 kilometres from central Lusaka. The drive time takes about 40 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 50 minutes.
When to fly to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Dubai Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Lusaka. If you like a quieter vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Lusaka is October, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your flights from Dubai Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DXB to LUN in July. Temperatures average between 9ºC (48ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
Explore more of Zambia
You've seen Lusaka, now it's time to explore other corners of Zambia. Journey about 290 kilometres north to Kitwe to check off its leading attractions. From United Church Of Zambia mukuba congregation to Seventh Day Adventist Church and Sunset Gardens Kitwe (Ndola/Kitwe Rd), you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in Zambia, head for Ndola, about 274 kilometres north of Lusaka. Copperbelt Museum, Minsundu Recreational Park and Megatron's Encase are the start of reasons to visit.