Flying from Toronto to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN): What you need to know
Organising your flight from Toronto to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) begins with finding the most convenient airport to jet off from. Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) are your main options in Toronto.
Kenneth Kaunda International Airport is located in Lusaka. The city runs on the UTC+2 timezone and is six hours ahead of Toronto.
Your flight from Toronto to LUN won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
YYZ is about 27 kilometres from central Toronto. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near Pearson International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Toronto to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
63.97% of flights that depart Pearson International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
On public transport, you can travel from central Toronto to YTZ in around 40 minutes. The airport is roughly 3 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 35 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Toronto to LUN flight? Unwind in a hotel near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 62.09%.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
From the centre of Toronto, YKF is around 105 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to reach the airport by car and 4 hours 5 minutes or so if you use public transport.
Make departure day worry-free — stay near Region of Waterloo International Airport and know you'll get to your boarding gate with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Toronto to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights get to their destinations without delays. At YKF, that figure is 63.64%.
About Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)
Book a hotel close to LUN if you're catching a late flight from Toronto to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport. Settle into one of these options and get some sleep sooner:
Hit the road running by picking up a Kenneth Kaunda International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Avis or Keddy By Europcar and explore beyond Lusaka's main sights.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride around three weeks ahead of your Toronto to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport flight.
Getting from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) to central Lusaka
Kenneth Kaunda International Airport is about 21 kilometres from central Lusaka. How long it takes to get to the centre by cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
It'll take around 1 hour 50 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)
Right now, ج.م. 32,037 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Toronto to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 64,043. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Toronto to LUN, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)
Think about your travel style when planning your trip dates. February is the quietest month to go to Lusaka. June is when most people book flights from Toronto to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
The warmest month in Lusaka is October, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 34ºC. Lock in your Toronto to LUN flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
July has temperatures of between 9ºC and 25ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Toronto to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Lusaka
Start your Lusaka trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Toronto to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to begin. The Lilayi Elephant Nursery, Batoka Gorge and Southern Africa Freedom Trail are top attractions which should be on any good Lusaka itinerary.
Explore more of Zambia
Lusaka has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Zambia you should also see. Around 274 kilometres north of Lusaka, a visit to Kitwe will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Nkana Canyon, Sunset Gardens Kitwe (Ndola/Kitwe Rd) and Seventh Day Adventist Church.
Around 257 kilometres north of Lusaka, Ndola is another favourite stop in Zambia. Start your sightseeing at Copperbelt Museum, Hindu Hall - Ndola and Minsundu Recreational Park.
