Flying from London to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN): What you need to know
Kenneth Kaunda International Airport is located in Lusaka. The city operates on the UTC+2 timezone and is two hours ahead of London.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from London to LUN.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and up to four hours for international journeys. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to grab something to eat or simply relax.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
We make it simple to book cheap flights from London to LUN with a stopover. To explore the options leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between LHR and LUN include:
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Kigali International Airport (KGL)
Travelling from central London to LHR takes about 25 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from London to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by staying at one of these stays close to London Heathrow Airport:
Of the flights that depart from London Heathrow Airport, 78% land on schedule at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Break up your flight from London to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross a new place off your list. Top stopovers between London Gatwick Airport and LUN include:
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
Using public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in around 1 hour 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your London to LUN flight, stay in one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport:
The majority of flights that depart London Gatwick Airport get to their destination within the expected time frame. It maintains a high on-time performance rate of 82%.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
Whether just for a couple of hours or a weekend, a stopover can make your journey feel a little more stress-free. When flying out of London Stansted Airport (STN), you can book a plane ticket from London to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) with a stop at Dubai International Airport (DXB).
STN is around 56 kilometres from central London. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 5 minutes. If you're considering public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
Wake up, take it easy and still make your London to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport flight with time to spare. These accommodation options near London Stansted Airport make departure day a breeze if you're setting off early:
STN has a stellar on-time arrivals rating of 80%, so you can count on your flight to stay on schedule and touch down as expected.
About Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)
If you're arriving on a late flight from London to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near LUN:
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride around three weeks ahead of your London to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport flight.
Getting from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) to central Lusaka
From Kenneth Kaunda International Airport, central Lusaka is around 27 kilometres away. It takes about 35 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
It takes roughly 1 hour to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport is $809. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,179. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from London to LUN, book ahead. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest London to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport tickets across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Filters make it easier to track down a bargain for your flight from London to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport. Choose the departure times, carriers and stops that line up with your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the best price quickly.
The best time to fly from London to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)
Think about the pace you're looking for when picking your flight dates. December is the quietest month to go to Lusaka. July is when most people book flights from London to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
Book a London to LUN plane ticket departing in October if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Lusaka to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from London to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
More about Lusaka
Start your Lusaka trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from London to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. The Lilayi Elephant Nursery, Batoka Gorge and Kapishya Hot Springs are must-do's during your Lusaka adventure.
Explore more of Zambia
Set out 257 kilometres north from Lusaka and you'll find yourself in Ndola, another favourite stop in Zambia. Your trip isn't complete without exploring Copperbelt Museum and Dag Hammarskjoeld Memorial.