Cheap Flights from Nairobi to Lusaka — $268

The Nairobi — Lusaka route is served by a wide range of airlines: 4 in total, including Kenya Airways, NAYSA, Uganda Airlines, and Ethiopian Airlines. Competition among carriers gives passengers the opportunity to find tickets at attractive fares — with prices starting from $268. Our service helps compare all available offers within seconds and choose the most convenient option. You can filter flights by price, departure time, or baggage rules to make your trip as comfortable as possible. With so many airlines, there’s always a chance to catch special promotions and save.

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) serves as Nairobi’s primary international gateway and regional hub, handling most long-haul and full-service carriers alongside some regional budget operators. It’s about 15–20 km southeast of the central business district; road transfers typically take 25–45 minutes depending on traffic and can cost roughly KES 800–2,500 by taxi or ride-hail, while airport shuttles and hotel transfers are also common. NBO offers a range of passenger amenities and formal immigration/customs facilities, which can make international connections smoother but queues can be busy at peak times. Pros: broad route network and full-service facilities. Cons: congestion and variable surface travel times. Wilson Airport (WIL) functions mainly as Nairobi’s domestic and regional general-aviation field, catering to light aircraft, safari charters and low-cost scheduled domestic flights. It sits about 6–10 km southwest of the city centre, with road transfers usually taking 15–30 minutes; taxis or ride-hails are typically inexpensive compared with the international airport. Wilson is convenient for onward safari connections and short domestic hops, with relatively quick check-in and fewer formalities, but it lacks the long-haul amenities and international lounges you’d find at the larger airport. Pros: proximity and fast turnarounds. Cons: limited services and runway constraints.

Lusaka is served mainly by Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN), the country’s primary international gateway and usual hub for regional and long-haul carriers such as Proflight Zambia, South African Airways and other African and European airlines. The airport lies roughly 25–30 km northwest of the city centre, with road transfers typically taking 30–50 minutes depending on traffic; metered taxis and airport shuttles are common and fares can usually range from modest flat rates to slightly higher negotiated amounts. The facility is generally straightforward and functional, offering basic passenger amenities and car hire; travellers can expect reasonable convenience for onward connections, though peak-hour road congestion and limited public-transport variety may be drawbacks for budget-conscious visitors.

The minimum one-way ticket price from Nairobi to Lusaka is $268 (January 2027), while the maximum is $303 (September 2026). On average, a ticket costs $288–$595.