Travelling from Melbourne to Ndola Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport (NLA): What you need to know
The timezone in Ndola is UTC+2, which is nine hours behind Melbourne. Ndola Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport is located in Ndola.
To ensure you get on your flight from Melbourne to NLA, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying over a peak time such as December? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
MEL is around 24 kilometers from central Melbourne. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Melbourne to Ndola Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these stays close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
Of all flights departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 68% land on schedule at their destination.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
On public transport, you can travel from central Melbourne to AVV in around 1 hour 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 56 kilometers away, and getting there by car takes approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Unwind before your Melbourne to NLA flight at a hotel close to Avalon Airport. Corio Bay Motel is one option where you can roll out of bed and arrive at the airport with time to spare.
Flights from Avalon Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 80% of them touching down within the expected time frame.
About Ndola Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport (NLA)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Melbourne to Ndola Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near NLA instead:
Pick up a Ndola Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport rental car and explore corners of Ndola that aren't on every traveller's list. Browse the options available from Europcar.
Booking your ride around one week in advance of your Melbourne to Ndola Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Ndola Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport (NLA) to central Ndola
Ndola Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport is about 2 kilometers from central Ndola. How long it takes to get to the centre in a taxi or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
It typically takes 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Ndola Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport (NLA)
At the moment, P68,238 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Ndola Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is P84,523. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Melbourne to NLA, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first released.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Ndola Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport (NLA)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Melbourne to Ndola Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport (NLA). November is the peak month for travel to Ndola. If you like things a bit more low-key, head there in September.
When booking your Melbourne to NLA plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. October is the warmest month in Ndola, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Ndola Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
More about Ndola
After booking your flight from Melbourne to Ndola Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Ndola:
Copperbelt Museum and Hindu Hall - Ndola are just two of the popular attractions to put on your Ndola itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Minsundu Recreational Park.
Explore more of Zambia
Lusaka is just one of the many cities in Zambia waiting to be discovered after you've seen Ndola. Around 274 kilometers away to the south, well-known attractions include The Lilayi Elephant Nursery, Batoka Gorge and Southern Africa Freedom Trail.
Around 161 kilometers south of Ndola, Kabwe is another favourite stop in Zambia. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Sacred Heart Cathedral, The Big Tree National Monument and Paradise Park - Kabwe.
