Flying from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN): what you need to know
Lusaka's timezone is UTC+2, making Lusaka one hour ahead of Amsterdam.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to board your AMS to LUN flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Top stopovers between AMS and LUN include:
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Hamad International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)
Currently, RM3,427 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is RM3,250. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from AMS to LUN if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from AMS to LUN by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport.
Handy information about Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
67.93% of flights taking off from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol reach their destination on schedule.
To get to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol from central Amsterdam, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport usually takes 1 hour 5 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to AMS? If you're catching an early flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near LUN instead:
Follow your own route with a Kenneth Kaunda International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, Avis or Keddy By Europcar and venture far and wide through Lusaka and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport around three weeks before you set off.
Getting from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) to central Lusaka
Kenneth Kaunda International Airport is roughly 26 kilometres from the centre of Lusaka. The drive time takes around 40 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 50 minutes.
When to fly to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport. June is the most popular month to head to Lusaka. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Lusaka is October, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
July sees average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for cheap tickets from AMS to LUN around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Zambia
Kitwe is just one of the many places in Zambia waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Lusaka. Around 290 kilometres away to the north, popular attractions include United Church Of Zambia mukuba congregation, Seventh Day Adventist Church and Sunset Gardens Kitwe (Ndola/Kitwe Rd).
Ndola is another essential stop in Zambia and is around 274 kilometres north of Lusaka. No trip is complete without seeing Copperbelt Museum, Minsundu Recreational Park and Megatron's Encase.