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Cheapest return flight
£381
Typical prices: £327-£431
Ethiopian Air
Mon 29/10Thu 1/11
DAR - LUN • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
£408
Typical prices: £386-£454
Zambia Airways
Sat 8/12Mon 1/1
DAR - LUN • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Zambia Airways and Air Tanzania. Average duration is 2h 27m
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When to travel
Cheapest • 29% price drop
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg £305 (return)
Shortest trip • 5h 12m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Dar Es Salaam to Lusaka (DAR-LUN)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Dar Es Salaam to Lusaka

Thu, 29 Oct - Sun, 1 Nov
Ethiopian Air Logo
11:50 - 01:20DAR  Dar Es Salaam-LUN Lusaka
14h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:35 - 17:05LUN  Lusaka-DAR Dar Es Salaam
2h 30mdirect
£381Ethiopian Air
Tue, 27 Oct - Tue, 3 Nov
Ethiopian Air Logo
18:45 - 01:20DAR  Dar Es Salaam-LUN Lusaka
7h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:25 - 03:00LUN  Lusaka-DAR Dar Es Salaam
11h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£383Ethiopian Air
Sun, 25 Oct - Tue, 3 Nov
Ethiopian Air Logo
17:50 - 21:55DAR  Dar Es Salaam-LUN Lusaka
5h 05m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:25 - 03:00LUN  Lusaka-DAR Dar Es Salaam
11h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£385Ethiopian Air
Sun, 25 Oct - Sun, 1 Nov
Ethiopian Air Logo
17:50 - 21:55DAR  Dar Es Salaam-LUN Lusaka
5h 05m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:35 - 17:05LUN  Lusaka-DAR Dar Es Salaam
2h 30mdirect
£392Ethiopian Air
Sun, 27 Dec - Sun, 10 Jan
Ethiopian Air Logo
17:50 - 21:55DAR  Dar Es Salaam-LUN Lusaka
5h 05m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:35 - 17:05LUN  Lusaka-DAR Dar Es Salaam
2h 30mdirect
£394Ethiopian Air
Tue, 27 Oct - Tue, 3 Nov
Ethiopian Air Logo
18:45 - 01:20DAR  Dar Es Salaam-LUN Lusaka
7h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
12:20 - 20:10LUN  Lusaka-DAR Dar Es Salaam
6h 50m3 stops Harare Lilongwe Intl Blantyre Chileka
£396Ethiopian Air
Thu, 29 Oct - Tue, 3 Nov
Ethiopian Air Logo
18:45 - 01:20DAR  Dar Es Salaam-LUN Lusaka
7h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
02:30 - 17:55LUN  Lusaka-DAR Dar Es Salaam
14h 25m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£397Ethiopian Air
Fri, 25 Dec - Thu, 7 Jan
Ethiopian Air Logo
17:50 - 21:55DAR  Dar Es Salaam-LUN Lusaka
5h 05m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Ethiopian Air Logo
07:00 - 13:05LUN  Lusaka-DAR Dar Es Salaam
5h 05m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
£398Ethiopian Air
Sun, 25 Oct - Tue, 3 Nov
Ethiopian Air Logo
17:50 - 21:55DAR  Dar Es Salaam-LUN Lusaka
5h 05m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Ethiopian Air Logo
12:20 - 20:10LUN  Lusaka-DAR Dar Es Salaam
6h 50m3 stops Harare Lilongwe Intl Blantyre Chileka
£398Ethiopian Air
Sun, 25 Oct - Thu, 5 Nov
Ethiopian Air Logo
17:50 - 21:55DAR  Dar Es Salaam-LUN Lusaka
5h 05m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:35 - 03:00LUN  Lusaka-DAR Dar Es Salaam
12h 25m2 stops Harare Addis Ababa Bole
£399Ethiopian Air
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Dar Es Salaam to Lusaka flights

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How much is a return flight from Dar Es Salaam to Lusaka?

Return flights from Dar Es Salaam to Lusaka typically range from £327 to £431. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £381 on Ethiopian Air.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dar Es Salaam to Lusaka?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dar Es Salaam to Lusaka. It’s 4% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 15% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Dar Es Salaam to Lusaka?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Dar Es Salaam to Lusaka at £277 return.
•August (£468) and September (£463) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 69% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Key details for Dar Es Salaam to Lusaka flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

£197
Beat the crowds with an average 63% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 51% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Dar Es Salaam to Lusaka

When to book flights from Dar Es Salaam to Lusaka

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Dar Es Salaam to Lusaka based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Dar Es Salaam to Lusaka flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Dar Es Salaam to Lusaka?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Dar Es Salaam to Lusaka:

    • Earliest: departs at 11:00 and lands at 13:27
    • Latest: departs at 13:50 and lands at 16:17.

    The flight takes about 2h 27m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Dar Es Salaam to Lusaka?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Dar Es Salaam to Lusaka.

  • How long is a flight from Dar Es Salaam to Lusaka?

    A direct flight from Dar Es Salaam to Lusaka takes 2h 27m, covering 933 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Dar Es Salaam to Lusaka?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Dar Es Salaam to Lusaka flight?

    Return flights from Dar Es Salaam to Lusaka range from £327 to £431, with an average of £389 over the past 12 months. Anything below £327 counts as a good deal.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Dar Es Salaam to Lusaka?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £305 return via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD), compared with £414 for direct.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Dar Es Salaam to Lusaka?

    The Boeing 737-700 Passenger/BBJ1 (winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Ethiopian Air and Zambia Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include De Havilland (Bombardier) DHC-8 Dash 8 variants.

  • Have flight prices from Dar Es Salaam to Lusaka changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £381 to £1,055. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Dar Es Salaam to Lusaka looking right now?

    One-way fares from Dar Es Salaam to Lusaka are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about £209.

  • Which car hire options are available at Lusaka Airport (LUN)?

    Lusaka Airport (LUN) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £31 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Final Rentals
    • Europcar
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Flex To Go
    • Xdrive Mobility

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Dar Es Salaam to Lusaka?

    Flights from Dar Es Salaam to Lusaka usually depart from Dar Es Salaam (DAR) and arrive at Lusaka (LUN).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Dar Es Salaam to Lusaka pass through?

    Connecting flights from Dar Es Salaam to Lusaka most commonly pass through:

    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 74% of one-stop connections
    • Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) – 26% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Dar Es Salaam to Lusaka?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 17% on flights from Dar Es Salaam to Lusaka. Friday is the cheapest departure day at £373 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at £448, a difference of £74.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Dar Es Salaam to Lusaka?

    2 airlines operate flights between Dar Es Salaam and Lusaka. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Zambia Airways
    • Air Tanzania

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Dar Es Salaam to Lusaka?

    Flying via Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 5h 12m, compared to 10h 52m via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD).

  • What is the time difference between Dar Es Salaam and Lusaka?

    Lusaka is 1 hour behind Dar Es Salaam (Central Africa Time vs Eastern Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Dar Es Salaam to Lusaka flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Zambia Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Ethiopian Air: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Air Tanzania: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Dar Es Salaam to Lusaka flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Friday flights average £373, about £74 less than Saturday fares (17% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Dar Es Salaam to Lusaka trip for February. Fares historically average £277 return in that month – typically £191 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Addis Ababa Bole Airport (ADD) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £305 return on this route – about £109 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Dar Es Salaam to Lusaka?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Dar Es Salaam Airport to Lusaka Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Dar Es Salaam to Lusaka

Tuesday

Zambia Airways

Zambia Airways

Wednesday

Air Tanzania

Air Tanzania

Thursday

Zambia Airways

Zambia Airways

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Direct returns

Lusaka to Dar Es Salaam

Tuesday

Air Tanzania

Air Tanzania

Friday

Air Tanzania,Zambia Airways

Air Tanzania,Zambia Airways

Saturday

Air Tanzania

Air Tanzania

Sunday

Air Tanzania,Zambia Airways

Air Tanzania,Zambia Airways

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