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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Lusaka to Istanbul? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.780 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 May, returning Sun, 15 Jun.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Lusaka on Fri, 30 May, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 15 Jun, arriving in Lusaka.Price includes taxes and charges.From 780 €, select.
Istanbul.872 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 14 Jun, returning Fri, 20 Jun.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines and flydubai.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Lusaka on Sat, 14 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 20 Jun, arriving in Lusaka.Price includes taxes and charges.From 872 €, select.
Istanbul.961 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 18 Jul, returning Tue, 29 Jul.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Lusaka on Fri, 18 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 29 Jul, arriving in Lusaka.Price includes taxes and charges.From 961 €, select.
Istanbul.966 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 18 May, returning Thu, 22 May.Return flight with Kenya Airways and flydubai.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Lusaka on Sun, 18 May, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Thu, 22 May, arriving in Lusaka.Price includes taxes and charges.From 966 €, select.
Istanbul.998 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 Nov, returning Fri, 14 Nov.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Lusaka on Mon, 10 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 14 Nov, arriving in Lusaka.Price includes taxes and charges.From 998 €, select.
Istanbul.1.050 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Feb, returning Mon, 9 Feb.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Lusaka on Mon, 2 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 9 Feb, arriving in Lusaka.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.050 €, select.
Istanbul.1.095 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 18 Oct, returning Sat, 25 Oct.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Lusaka on Sat, 18 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 25 Oct, arriving in Lusaka.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.095 €, select.
Istanbul.1.109 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Apr, returning Thu, 30 Apr.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Lusaka on Wed, 15 Apr, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Thu, 30 Apr, arriving in Lusaka.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.109 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Lusaka to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Lusaka to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in June.
May
from 966 €
Jun
from 872 €
Jul
from 961 €
Aug
from 1.270 €
Sep
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Oct
from 1.095 €
Nov
from 998 €
Dec
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Jan
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Feb
from 1.050 €
Mar
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Apr
from 1.109 €

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Lusaka to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found780 €
Cheapest month to flyMay

Finding cheap flights from Lusaka to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Istanbul: Istanbul Sabiha and Istanbul.
The best price we found for a return flight from Lusaka to Istanbul is 780 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Lusaka to Istanbul. But we found flights with one or more stops from 780 €.
As of May 2025, there are no flights flying from Lusaka to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Lusaka to Istanbul is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from Lusaka Airport, the cheapest airport near Istanbul is Istanbul – which is 34.4 km away from the centre of Istanbul. We've found flights into this airport from 780 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Lusaka Airport to Istanbul on Friday, 30 May 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Lusaka Airport and Istanbul. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Istanbul but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 17°C. August is typically the warmest month in Istanbul, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is December.
Currently, Turkish Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Flying from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) to Istanbul: what you need to know

  • Kenneth Kaunda International Airport is located in Lusaka. Based in the UTC+3 timezone, Istanbul is one hour ahead of Lusaka.

  • For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your LUN to Istanbul flight.

  • Heading away during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.

  • Think about adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper plane ticket from LUN to Istanbul. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these airports:

    • Dubai Airport (DXB)

    • Hamad International Airport (DOH)

    • Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)

  • Located around 21 kilometres from the centre of Lusaka, LUN can be reached in about 40 minutes by car. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 50 minutes.

  • In search of a hotel close to LUN? If you're boarding an early flight from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Istanbul, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:

  • Of all flights leaving Kenneth Kaunda International Airport, 75.34% land on schedule at their destination.

How to find the cheapest flights from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) to Istanbul

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Istanbul flight is 437 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 780 €. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from LUN to Istanbul. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Istanbul across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.

  • Finding a cheap flight from LUN to Istanbul is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal.

  • Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Istanbul by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'

Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • The distance from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul is roughly 48 kilometres. It takes around 50 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 45 minutes.

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Istanbul. Check in to one of these accommodation options near IST instead:

  • Follow your own route with an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and see more of Istanbul and beyond.

  • Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from LUN to Istanbul.

Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • Central Istanbul is located around 48 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). Once your flight from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Istanbul has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 55 minutes.

  • If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 1 hour 30 minutes or so.

  • After stepping off your LUN to Istanbul flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel near SAW. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:

  • Essence, Eren Rent a Car and 724 Rent make collecting a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car simple. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.

  • Get the lowest price by booking your ride from SAW four weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.

Best time to go to Istanbul

  • Plan your trip to Istanbul in high season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Istanbul in the low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.

  • Book a Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Istanbul plane ticket with a departure in August to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from LUN to Istanbul in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.

More about Istanbul

  • Start your Istanbul trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Istanbul, browse our range of accommodation options including:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. The Basilica Cistern, Topkapi Palace and Galata Tower are top sights which should be on every Istanbul itinerary.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • Istanbul is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Türkiye (Turkey) just waiting to be explored. Around 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a trip to Ankara will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.

  • Izmir is another sought-after destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No journey is complete without visiting Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Alsancak.

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