Flying from Lilongwe International Airport (LLW) to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN): what you need to know
Lilongwe and Lusaka follow the same timezone, UTC+2.
Give yourself enough time to catch your LLW to LUN flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Ethiopian Airlines offers direct flights from Lilongwe International Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Lusaka — and maybe even more of Zambia if time allows.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Ethiopian Airlines.
Among carriers operating LLW to LUN flights, Ethiopian Airlines is the most consistent for on-time landings.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Lilongwe International Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between LLW and LUN:
RG Mugabe International Airport
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lilongwe International Airport (LLW) to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)
229 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Lilongwe International Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport flight. A return flight starts at 413 €. These fares can change depending on demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from LLW to LUN, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.
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Handy information about Lilongwe International Airport (LLW)
82.0% of flights leaving Lilongwe International Airport land at their destination on time. With its solid on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when setting off from LLW.
Lilongwe International Airport is around 27 kilometres from central Lilongwe. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Arriving at Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)
If you're landing on a late Lilongwe International Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these options near LUN:
Explore without limits with a Kenneth Kaunda International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Europcar, Avis or Keddy By Europcar and discover more of Lusaka and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport about three weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) to central Lusaka
From Kenneth Kaunda International Airport, Lusaka is approximately 26 kilometres away. It takes around 40 minutes to drive to the centre.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 50 minutes.
When to fly to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Lilongwe International Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport. June is the most popular month to head to Lusaka. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
Book your flight from Lilongwe International Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport for October if you want to visit Lusaka during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from LLW to LUN in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest 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 waiting to be explored. About 290 kilometres north of Lusaka, a trip to Kitwe will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like United Church Of Zambia mukuba congregation, Seventh Day Adventist Church and Sunset Gardens Kitwe (Ndola/Kitwe Rd).
Around 274 kilometres north of Lusaka, Ndola is another favourite stop in Zambia. Experience major highlights starting with Copperbelt Museum, Minsundu Recreational Park and Megatron's Encase.