Travelling from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) to Bangkok: what you need to know
Kenneth Kaunda International Airport is located in Lusaka. Based in the UTC+7 timezone, Bangkok is 5 hours ahead of Lusaka.
To ensure you catch your flight from LUN to Bangkok, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as June and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and maybe even tour another city. When browsing flights from LUN to Bangkok, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
If you have a passport from Zambia, you will need an embassy visa to visit Thailand. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Bangkok for tourism purposes. The rules may differ if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines ahead of booking and certainly before you fly.
Travelling from central Lusaka to LUN takes around 1 hour and 48 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 41 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
After an easy start to your break? Stay near LUN. Whether you're catching an early flight from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Bangkok or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
How to find the cheapest flights from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) to Bangkok
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Bangkok is ر.ق. 1,904. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 3,413. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from LUN to Bangkok if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when looking for a ticket from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Bangkok.
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Use the filters to tailor your flights from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Bangkok. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to the centre of Bangkok takes around 35 minutes by car. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour and 6 minutes to get there by public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Bangkok. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BKK instead:
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) is about 27 kilometres from central Bangkok. Once you've disembarked your flight from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Bangkok, it'll take you around 30 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can also travel using public transport, which will take around 1 hour and 5 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near DMK. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from LUN to Bangkok:
Best time to go to Bangkok
July is the most popular month for flights from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Bangkok. To skip the crowds, travel to Bangkok in April when it's quieter.
Book your flight from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Bangkok for April to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 26ºC to 37ºC.
Look for cheap flights from LUN to Bangkok in December if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19ºC and 33ºC on average.
More about Bangkok
Once you've booked your flight from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Bangkok, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Bangkok:
Grand Palace and Wat Arun are a couple of top-rated attractions to add to your Bangkok to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Wat Phra Kaew.
Complete your Bangkok trip with a car rental
Pick one of our car rentals in Bangkok and see the sights in your own time. Easily compare rates in one go to find the ideal ride once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Bangkok.
