LusakaNairobi, Kenya

Flights from Lusaka to Nairobi

Nonstop flights from Lusaka (LUN) to Nairobi (NBO) take about 2h 46m (1,815 km). Zambia Airways and Kenya Airways fly it. Lowest fare seen: $382 one-way, nonstop (12 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Nairobi

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

Explore the vibrant skyline of Nairobi with its modern skyscrapers under an overcast sky. — arriving in Nairobi

Airport transfer

NBO → Nairobi, booked before you fly

A private driver meets you in arrivals at a price agreed when you book. Book with Welcome Pickups.

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Before you flyAirport lounges at Lusaka →1 lounge at Lusaka Airport Trains, buses and taxi faresNBO to Nairobi: getting into town →Early arrival or late flightLuggage storage in Nairobi →4 drop-off points, from $3.90

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Airlines flying Lusaka to Nairobi

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

✈ Zambia Airwaysnonstop fare seen✈ Kenya Airwaysnonstop fare seen

Lusaka to Nairobi fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Nov 2026, from $382 one-way. With stops: Feb 2027, from $250. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

Departing	Nonstop from	Cheaper with stops
Nov 2026	$38210 Nov 2026 · Zambia Airways	$252 · 1 stop10 Nov 2026
Feb 2027	$41812 Feb 2027 · Kenya Airways	$250 · 1 stop12 Feb 2027
Mar 2027	$3832 Mar 2027 · Zambia Airways	$250 · 1 stop1 Mar 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $250 for February 2027, $250 at best after that.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 3 of 3 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Lusaka to Nairobi, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Nairobi

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Kenya is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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Frequently asked questions — Lusaka to Nairobi flights

How long is the flight from Lusaka to Nairobi?

A nonstop flight from Lusaka (LUN) to Nairobi (NBO) takes about 2h 46m, covering 1,815 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 Lusaka from Nairobi by air?

The great-circle distance between Kenneth Kaunda International Airport and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is 1,815 km (1,128 miles), a medium-haul route.

Which airlines fly from Lusaka to Nairobi?

Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the LUN–NBO route include Zambia Airways and Kenya Airways. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.

How much does a flight from Lusaka to Nairobi cost?

The lowest one-way fare seen recently on LUN–NBO was $382 USD with Zambia Airways (nonstop), departing 13 Oct 2026, found in fare searches as of 12 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Lusaka to Nairobi?

In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in February 2027 were cheapest, from $250 one-way, against $252 for November 2026, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.

Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Lusaka to Nairobi?

In the fares we saw (12 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $250 with one stop against $382 nonstop, a saving of $132. Nonstop saves the connection time.

Do I need a visa to travel from Lusaka to Kenya?

It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Kenya 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.

What is the best time to visit Nairobi?

Kenya is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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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