Travelling from Dubai to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports to choose from in Dubai. Explore your options departing from Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) when booking your flight from Dubai to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN).
Hop on a direct Dubai to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for around 7 hours 10 minutes.
Lusaka is two hours behind Dubai. Kenneth Kaunda International Airport is located in Lusaka, which is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Dubai Airport (DXB) to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) is the most popular route, with 7 direct services each week. You can get from DXB to LUN on Emirates's 9:15am flight.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Dubai to LUN.
With more travellers during peak seasons, it's a good idea to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will help you stay ahead of the crowds.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Dubai to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) leave from this terminal.
Emirates is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Dubai to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport jetting out of DXB.
Most passengers choose to fly with Emirates from DXB to LUN.
Among carriers operating on this route, Emirates has the best record for on-time arrivals.
We make it a breeze to book cheap flights from Dubai to LUN with a stopover. To explore all your options leaving from Dubai Airport (DXB), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers between DXB and LUN include:
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Travelling from central Dubai to DXB takes around 50 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
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Of all flights departing from Dubai Airport, 74.31% land on schedule at their destination.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
DWC is around 56 kilometres from central Dubai. It'll take 45 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours 5 minutes.
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56.64% of flights taking off from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
About Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)
Book a hotel near LUN if you're catching a late flight from Dubai to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
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Booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your Dubai to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) to central Lusaka
The centre of Lusaka is around 21 kilometres from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary depending on time of day, so do a little research ahead of your trip.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)
At the moment, ج.م. 14,657 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 25,521. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book seven months before travelling. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Dubai to LUN.
Plan your trip for December. That's the best month for scoring cheap Dubai to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport tickets. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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The best time to fly from Dubai to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)
June is the busiest month for flights from Dubai to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN). Plan your visit to Lusaka in February for a more low-key escape.
The warmest month in Lusaka is October, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 34ºC. Book your Dubai to LUN flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Look for cheap tickets from Dubai to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport in July if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC and 25ºC.
More about Lusaka
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Your trip to Lusaka wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Highlights that should be on your list include The Lilayi Elephant Nursery, Batoka Gorge and Southern Africa Freedom Trail.
Explore more of Zambia
You've seen Lusaka, now it's time to explore other parts of Zambia. Journey about 274 kilometres north to Kitwe to check off its top sights. From Nkana Canyon to Sunset Gardens Kitwe (Ndola/Kitwe Rd) and Seventh Day Adventist Church, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Ndola is another essential stop in Zambia and is around 257 kilometres north of Lusaka. No journey is complete without experiencing Copperbelt Museum, Hindu Hall - Ndola and Minsundu Recreational Park.
