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Lusaka.893 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 Nov, returning Wed, 19 Nov.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 12 Nov, arriving in Lusaka.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Lusaka on Wed, 19 Nov, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From 893 €, select.
Lusaka.955 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Apr, returning Sat, 11 Apr.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu, 2 Apr, arriving in Lusaka.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Lusaka on Sat, 11 Apr, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From 955 €, select.
Lusaka.1.040 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 12 May, returning Tue, 19 May.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 12 May, arriving in Lusaka.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Lusaka on Tue, 19 May, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.040 €, select.
Lusaka.1.085 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Oct, returning Wed, 8 Oct.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Lusaka.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Lusaka on Wed, 8 Oct, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.085 €, select.
Lusaka.1.099 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 29 Dec, returning Mon, 19 Jan.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Mon, 29 Dec, arriving in Lusaka.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Lusaka on Mon, 19 Jan, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.099 €, select.
Lusaka.1.101 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 Jan, returning Mon, 16 Feb.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 27 Jan, arriving in Lusaka.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Lusaka on Mon, 16 Feb, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.101 €, select.
Lusaka.1.376 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Dec, returning Mon, 22 Dec.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Wed, 17 Dec, arriving in Lusaka.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Lusaka on Mon, 22 Dec, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.376 €, select.

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New York to Lusaka: Alternative routes

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New York to Lusaka: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found893 €
Cheapest month to flyNovember

Finding cheap flights from New York to Lusaka: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from New York to Lusaka is 893 €. 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 New York to Lusaka. But we found flights with one stop from 893 €.
As of October 2025, there are no flights flying from New York to Lusaka.
The cheapest month to fly from New York to Lusaka is usually November.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from New York to Lusaka Airport on Wednesday, 12 November 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between New York and Lusaka Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Lusaka is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Lusaka is Ethiopian Airlines .

Travelling from New York to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN): What you need to know

  • Organising your flight from New York to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) begins with finding the most convenient airport to take off from. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are the main terminals in New York.

  • Lusaka is six hours ahead of New York. Kenneth Kaunda International Airport is located in Lusaka, which operates on the UTC+2 timezone.

  • Leave enough time to catch your flight from New York to LUN. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Taking off during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.

Airports in New York

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • We make it easy to find cheap flights from New York to LUN with a stopover. To explore your options leaving from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between JFK and LUN include:

    • Dubai Airport (DXB)

    • Hamad International Airport (DOH)

    • Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)

  • JFK is about 48 kilometres from central New York. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 20 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from New York to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near John F. Kennedy International Airport:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.

  • The address for JFK is JFK Airport.

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • Turn your flight into part of the adventure with a stopover on your flight from New York to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport. O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is a popular option between Newark Liberty International Airport and LUN.

  • You can get to EWR from central New York in approximately 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to travel the 24 kilometres or so.

  • Taking off bright and early? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Newark Liberty International Airport the day before your New York to LUN flight:

  • 73.3% of flights leaving Newark Liberty International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.

  • You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.

LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

  • From central New York, LGA is around 18 kilometres away. It takes roughly 25 minutes to get there by car and 1 hour or so if you take public transport.

  • Stay in bed a little longer and still make your New York to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport flight with time to spare. These accommodation options near LaGuardia Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're flying out first thing:

  • LGA has a very good on-time arrivals rating of 80.0%, so there's a high chance your flight will stay on course and reach your destination as planned.

  • The street address of LaGuardia Airport is Hangar 7 Centre.

About Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)

  • Reserve a hotel near LUN if you have a late flight from New York to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and be in bed sooner:

  • Explore without limits with a Kenneth Kaunda International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, Avis or Keddy By Europcar and find adventure across Lusaka and beyond.

  • Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your New York to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport flight.

Getting from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) to central Lusaka

  • Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to central Lusaka is roughly 21 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times will vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 50 minutes.

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

  • At the moment, 483 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 893 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To find cheap flights from New York to LUN, book early. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first released.

  • Cheap New York to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across each month and then fly out on the cheapest day.

  • Locking in a cheap plane ticket from New York to LUN is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a better deal is available.

  • Tailor your travel plans using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from New York to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport.

The best time to fly from New York to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)

  • February is the quietest month for flights from New York to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN), while June is the busiest. Figure out the ideal time to visit Lusaka based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • Lock in a New York to LUN plane ticket departing in October if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Lusaka to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from New York to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).

More about Lusaka

  • Once you've booked your flight from New York to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Lusaka:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to start. The Lilayi Elephant Nursery, Batoka Gorge and Southern Africa Freedom Trail are major attractions which should be on any good Lusaka itinerary.

Explore more of Zambia

  • Kitwe is just one of the many cities in Zambia waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Lusaka. Around 274 kilometres away to the north, well-known attractions include Nkana Canyon, Sunset Gardens Kitwe (Ndola/Kitwe Rd) and Seventh Day Adventist Church.

  • If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Zambia, head for Ndola, roughly 257 kilometres north of Lusaka. Copperbelt Museum, Hindu Hall - Ndola and Minsundu Recreational Park are key reasons to visit.

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