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Flights from Dar es Salaam to Lusaka

Nonstop flights from Dar es Salaam (DAR) to Lusaka (LUN) take about 2h 23m (1,503 km). Zambia Airways and Air Tanzania fly it. Lowest fare seen: $317 one-way, nonstop (12 Oct 2026).

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Airlines flying Dar es Salaam to Lusaka

Carriers on DAR–LUN according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 12 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

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Frequently asked questions — Dar es Salaam to Lusaka flights

How long is the flight from Dar es Salaam to Lusaka?
A nonstop flight from Dar es Salaam (DAR) to Lusaka (LUN) takes about 2h 23m, covering 1,503 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Dar es Salaam from Lusaka by air?
The great-circle distance between Julius Nyerere International Airport and Kenneth Kaunda International Airport is 1,503 km (934 miles), a medium-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Dar es Salaam to Lusaka?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the DAR–LUN route include Zambia Airways and Air Tanzania. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Dar es Salaam to Lusaka cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on DAR–LUN was $317 USD with Zambia Airways (nonstop), departing 1 Aug 2027, found in fare searches as of 12 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
Do I need a visa to travel from Dar es Salaam to Lusaka?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Lusaka visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 12 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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