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Flight deals from New York John F. Kennedy to Lusaka

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Lusaka Airport? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from $1,341. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York John F. Kennedy to Lusaka

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York John F. Kennedy to Lusaka flights are currently cheapest in September.

New York John F. Kennedy to Lusaka: Alternative routes

Compare routes from New York John F. Kennedy to Lusaka below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Lusaka.

New York to Lusaka: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$1,165
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from New York John F. Kennedy to Lusaka: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from New York John F. Kennedy to Lusaka is $1,165. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from New York John F. Kennedy to Lusaka. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,165.
There are no flights flying from New York John F. Kennedy to Lusaka, as of April 2026.
The cheapest month to fly from New York John F. Kennedy to Lusaka is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Lusaka Airport on Tuesday, September 8, 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between New York John F. Kennedy Airport and Lusaka Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Lusaka but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Lusaka is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Qatar Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Lusaka.

Traveling from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN): what you need to know

  • The timezone in Lusaka is UTC+2, which is six hours ahead of New York.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your JFK to LUN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.

  • You can expect bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between JFK and LUN:

    • Hamad International Airport

    • Dubai Airport

    • Jomo Kenyatta International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way John F. Kennedy International Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport flight is $665. A return ticket is currently $1,165. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from JFK to LUN, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.

  • The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.

  • Finding cheap flights from JFK to LUN is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a lower fare pops up.

  • Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport.

Handy information about John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • JFK is located at JFK Airport.

  • Of the departures from John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% arrive on time at their destination.

  • Central New York to John F. Kennedy International Airport is approximately 48 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 50 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 20 minutes.

  • Searching for a handy hotel close to JFK? If you're boarding an early flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:

Arriving at Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)

  • If you're getting in on a late John F. Kennedy International Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near LUN:

  • Travel at your own pace with a Kenneth Kaunda International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, Avis or Keddy By Europcar and see more of Lusaka and beyond.

  • Reserving your ride from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport about three weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.

Getting from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) to central Lusaka

  • From Kenneth Kaunda International Airport, Lusaka is approximately 26 kilometers away. It takes around 40 minutes to reach the center by car.

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 50 minutes.

When to fly to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)

  • The quietest month for a flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport is January, while June is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Lusaka based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.

  • The warmest month in Lusaka is October, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • July has average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for cheap tickets from JFK to LUN around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Zambia

  • You've seen Lusaka, now it's time to discover other parts of Zambia. Journey about 290 kilometers north to Kitwe to tick off its popular sights. From United Church Of Zambia mukuba congregation to Seventh Day Adventist Church and Sunset Gardens Kitwe (Ndola/Kitwe Rd), your itinerary will be busy.

  • If you're ready to explore another major destination in Zambia, head for Ndola, about 274 kilometers north of Lusaka. Copperbelt Museum, Minsundu Recreational Park and Megatron's Encase are key reasons to visit.

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