On this page, you can find and book flights from Dubai to Lusaka. Covering a distance of 5,364 km, flights operate approximately twice a week. Information on how to get to the airport of departure is also available.
The main carriers on this route are UA and EK. Ticket prices are dynamic, so we recommend checking the price chart and planning how to get from the airport to the city center in advance after landing.
The table shows direct flights Dubai → Lusaka on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 7 h 10 min. Regular flights are operated by Emirates and United Airlines. Departures from Dubai Airport and Dubai World Central – Al Maktoum International Airport airports, arrivals at Kenneth Kaunda International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Dubai — Lusaka by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 757 in e, and the most expensive are around AED 1,503 in J. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Dubai → Lusaka, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 2,004 | low | May | AED 2,386 | medium | Sep | AED 3,054 | high |
| Feb | AED 1,957 | low | Jun | AED 2,768 | high | Oct | AED 2,863 | high |
| Mar | AED 2,004 | low | Jul | AED 3,102 | high | Nov | AED 2,291 | medium |
| Apr | AED 2,052 | low | Aug | AED 3,197 | high | Dec | AED 2,481 | medium |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The hottest period in Lusaka is October, when temperatures reach up to 31.5°C. The peak of the rainy season occurs in January with rainfall of up to 279.27 mm, while the number of cloudy and humid days in mid-winter reaches 25 per month.
The most affordable airfares are recorded in October — AED 757, and in September — AED 767. Currently, the most expensive month to plan a trip is June, with prices starting AED 1,652.
September is considered the optimal time to fly: it offers a compromise between dry, comfortable weather and affordable fares. It is best to avoid the period from December to February due to tropical rains, which can complicate inland logistics.
There are 2 airlines operating on this route, with the leading carriers being Emirates (EK) and United Airlines (UA). Direct flights and convenient connections are available approximately twice a week. To view the detailed weekly schedule and choose a suitable departure time, explore the interactive list of airlines below.
Flights Dubai — Lusaka depart from Dubai Airport and Dubai World Central – Al Maktoum International Airport and arrive at Kenneth Kaunda International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
Covering a distance of 5,364 km, a direct flight takes approximately 6 hours and 30 minutes. Travel time may increase if you choose connecting flights.
Regular air service between the cities is provided by carriers EK and UA.
Yes, Emirates operates regular direct flights from Dubai International Airport.
Ticket prices change constantly depending on demand and season. You can see the current minimum for your dates in the low price calendar on this page.
All flights from the UAE arrive at the international airport of Lusaka (LUN), Zambia's main aviation hub.
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