Travelling from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Cape Town International Airport is 3 hours 30 minutes.
Lusaka and Cape Town follow the same timezone, UTC+2.
Each week, there are four Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Cape Town International Airport flights. To jet off as soon as possible, select the 08:00 Proflight Zambia flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 08:00 with Proflight Zambia.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your LUN to CPT flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Flying into Cape Town (and then exploring more of South Africa!) is easy with Proflight Zambia. This popular carrier has direct flights from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Cape Town International Airport.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Proflight Zambia.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Cape Town International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between LUN and CPT:
O.R. Tambo International Airport
RG Mugabe International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
ج.م. 13,309 is currently the best price for a one-way Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. A return flight starts from ج.م. 20,003. These prices may change based on demand.
To get cheap tickets from LUN to CPT, book your journey three months ahead of your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Cape Town International Airport is February. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)
When it comes to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 75.34% of flights complete their journey on time.
Kenneth Kaunda International Airport is about 26 kilometres from central Lusaka. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 50 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Cape Town International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to LUN:
Arriving at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CPT instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Cape Town International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Carwiz or First - Car Hire and experience the lesser-explored corners of Cape Town and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Cape Town International Airport about one week before your departure date.
Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town
From Cape Town International Airport, Cape Town is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Cape Town International Airport. June is the most popular month to visit Cape Town. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Cape Town is February, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC and 27ºC. Book your flights from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Cape Town International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from LUN to CPT in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC and 19ºC on average.
Explore more of South Africa
Cape Town has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of South Africa you should also see. About 56 kilometres north-east of Cape Town, a visit to Paarl will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Bretagne Rock, Skydive Africa and Paarl Trails.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in South Africa, consider Worcester, roughly 97 kilometres east of Cape Town. Green Valley, Queen's Plain and Worcester Town Hall are key reasons to visit.
