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Flights to Zambia from the UK take around 12-15 hours depending on your routing. Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) handles the majority of international traffic.
No direct flights from UK currently. Most flights connect through major hubs in the Middle East, Europe, or Africa, with journey times varying based on layover duration.
UK citizens need a visa for Zambia. E-visa available online (around $50 single entry). Visa on arrival also possible. KAZA UniVisa covers both Zambia and Zimbabwe.
Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)
Zambia's main international airport in Lusaka. New terminal opened 2022. Modern facilities with currency exchange, SIM cards, and taxi services. 25km from city centre.
Harry Mwanga Nkumbula International Airport (LVI)
Serves Livingstone and Victoria Falls. Small but functional airport. 6km from town. Direct connections to Johannesburg. Gateway for safari and falls visitors.
Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport (NLA)
Serves Ndola and Copperbelt region. Some international flights to Johannesburg and Addis Ababa. Second busiest airport after Lusaka.
Ethiopian Airlines
Emirates Airways
Kenya Airways
South African Airways
British Airways
Qatar Airways
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines
Dry season (May-October)
Best for safari and wildlife viewing. Victoria Falls at peak flow March-May. Cooler temperatures. Peak tourist season June-September.
Wet season (November-April)
Green season with fewer tourists. Birding excellent. Some roads impassable. Lower prices. Victoria Falls strongest February-May.
Shoulder (April-May, October-November)
Good balance of weather and prices. Falls still flowing well. Wildlife visible as water sources diminish.
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