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Lusaka.RM1,617 per passenger.Departing Thu, 16 Oct, returning Sun, 19 Oct.Return flight with RwandAir.Outbound indirect flight with RwandAir, departs from Kigali on Thu, 16 Oct, arriving in Lusaka.Inbound indirect flight with RwandAir, departs from Lusaka on Sun, 19 Oct, arriving in Kigali.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,617, select.
Lusaka.RM1,924 per passenger.Departing Fri, 21 Nov, returning Fri, 28 Nov.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Kigali on Fri, 21 Nov, arriving in Lusaka.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Lusaka on Fri, 28 Nov, arriving in Kigali.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,924, select.
Lusaka.RM1,935 per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Dec, returning Thu, 25 Dec.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Kigali on Mon, 22 Dec, arriving in Lusaka.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Lusaka on Thu, 25 Dec, arriving in Kigali.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,935, select.
Lusaka.RM1,936 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Oct, returning Mon, 10 Nov.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Kigali on Wed, 29 Oct, arriving in Lusaka.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Lusaka on Mon, 10 Nov, arriving in Kigali.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,936, select.
Lusaka.RM1,966 per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Nov, returning Tue, 9 Dec.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Kigali on Tue, 25 Nov, arriving in Lusaka.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Lusaka on Tue, 9 Dec, arriving in Kigali.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,966, select.
Lusaka.RM2,047 per passenger.Departing Fri, 31 Jul, returning Fri, 7 Aug.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Kigali on Fri, 31 Jul, arriving in Lusaka.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Lusaka on Fri, 7 Aug, arriving in Kigali.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,047, select.
Lusaka.RM2,051 per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Apr, returning Sun, 19 Apr.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Kigali on Thu, 2 Apr, arriving in Lusaka.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Lusaka on Sun, 19 Apr, arriving in Kigali.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,051, select.

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Direct flights from Kigali to Lusaka

Kigali to Lusaka: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Kigali to Lusaka below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Lusaka.

Kigali to Lusaka: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM1,612
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time2 hrs, 26 mins
Most popular airlineQatar Airways
Average flights per week18

Finding cheap flights from Kigali to Lusaka: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Kigali to Lusaka is RM1,617. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 26 minutes is the average flight time from Kigali to Lusaka.
Qatar Airways, RwandAir and Turkish Airlines fly direct from Kigali to Lusaka.
As of October 2025, there are 18 flights per week flying from Kigali to Lusaka.
The cheapest month to fly from Kigali to Lusaka is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Kigali Airport to Lusaka Airport on Thursday, 16 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 26 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Lusaka but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Lusaka is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, RwandAir offers the cheapest flight tickets to Lusaka.

Travelling from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN): what you need to know

  • Hop on a direct flight from Kigali International Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 25 minutes.

  • Lusaka's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Kigali.

  • Flights from KGL to LUN start from 09:40 — the first with RwandAir. The last departure is at 09:40 with RwandAir. Overall, there are ten weekly Kigali International Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport flights.

  • For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your KGL to LUN flight.

  • Travelling during a peak time like January? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • RwandAir is your gateway to exploring Lusaka (and maybe even some other great parts of Zambia!). Check out the direct flights from Kigali International Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport offered by this popular airline.

  • RwandAir is the most frequently booked airline on this route.

  • Among carriers operating KGL to LUN flights, RwandAir has the highest percentage of on-time landings.

  • We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Kigali International Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between KGL and LUN include:

    • RG Mugabe International Airport

    • Jomo Kenyatta International Airport

    • O.R. Tambo International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)

  • RM946 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Kigali International Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport flight. A return flight starts at RM1,612. These fares may change depending on demand.

  • Book nine months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from KGL to LUN.

  • Organise your trip for August. That's the cheapest month for flights from Kigali International Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from KGL to LUN by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.

  • Discover the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Kigali International Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Kigali International Airport (KGL)

  • Of all flights leaving Kigali International Airport, 71.6% arrive on time at their destination.

  • To reach Kigali International Airport from central Kigali, it takes around 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • You can expect a trip time of about 1 hour 55 minutes on public transport.

  • Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near KGL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Kigali International Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:

Arriving at Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)

  • The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Kigali International Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near LUN instead:

  • Hit the road running by picking up a Kenneth Kaunda International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Avis or Keddy By Europcar and explore beyond Lusaka's main sights.

  • Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport around three weeks before your travel date.

Getting from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) to central Lusaka

  • Kenneth Kaunda International Airport is approximately 26 kilometres from central Lusaka. The drive time takes around 40 minutes.

  • It'll take around 1 hour 50 minutes to get there by public transport.

When to fly to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)

  • June is the busiest month for flights from Kigali International Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Lusaka in January.

  • The warmest month in Lusaka is October, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your flights from Kigali International Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from KGL to LUN in July. Average temperatures are between 9ºC (48ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.

Explore more of Zambia

  • Lusaka has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Zambia just waiting to be explored. Around 290 kilometres north of Lusaka, a trip to Kitwe will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like United Church Of Zambia mukuba congregation, Seventh Day Adventist Church and Sunset Gardens Kitwe (Ndola/Kitwe Rd).

  • Around 274 kilometres north of Lusaka, Ndola is another essential stop in Zambia. No visit is complete without checking out Copperbelt Museum, Minsundu Recreational Park and Megatron's Encase.

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