Travelling from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN): what you need to know
Lusaka is three hours 30 minutes behind Chennai and observes the UTC+2 timezone.
To ensure you get on your MAA to LUN flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Chennai Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between MAA and LUN include:
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
Hamad International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Chennai Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport flight is P18,609. A round-trip fare is currently P40,204. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually best to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from MAA to LUN. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across the month when looking for a flight from Chennai Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from MAA to LUN by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Chennai Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
76.04% of flights that leave from Chennai Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Central Chennai to Chennai Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 45 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Chennai Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to MAA:
Arriving at Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Chennai Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near LUN instead:
Go where the road takes you 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.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport around three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) to central Lusaka
Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to the centre of Lusaka has a drive time of around 40 minutes. It's approximately 26 kilometres away.
It takes around 1 hour 50 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Chennai Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport. June is the busiest month to head to Lusaka. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Lusaka is October, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your flights from Chennai Airport to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MAA to LUN in July. Average temperatures are between 9ºC (48ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
Explore more of Zambia
You've visited Lusaka, now it's time to discover other corners of Zambia. Journey around 290 kilometres north to Kitwe to tick off its must-visit 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.
Around 274 kilometres north of Lusaka, Ndola is another favourite stop in Zambia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Copperbelt Museum, Minsundu Recreational Park and Megatron's Encase.