How long is the flight from California to Zambia?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in California you fly out of and what airport in Zambia you fly into. For example, flying from Los Angeles to Lusaka takes 33h on average. On the other hand, flying from San Francisco to Lusaka takes 33h 50m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo if there are any available for your route.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Zambia?

KLM, Ethiopian Air, and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from California to Zambia

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Zambia?

Prices for flights from California to Zambia are refreshed on a daily basis.

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There is 1 operator available for flights from California to Zambia as of September 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to Zambia?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from California to Zambia.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Zambia?

The required travel and health documents for your Zambia trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Zambia. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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3:10 pm - 2:20 pmLAX Los Angeles-LUN Lusaka

61h 10m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Kigali Intl

2:45 pm - 12:50 pmLUN Lusaka-LAX Los Angeles

32h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,398Qatar Airways

Sat, Feb 20 - Fri, Feb 26

4:20 pm - 2:20 pmLAX Los Angeles-LUN Lusaka

61h 00m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Kigali Intl

9:25 pm - 1:50 pmLUN Lusaka-LAX Los Angeles

25h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,411Qatar Airways

Sat, Oct 17 - Sat, Oct 24

3:10 pm - 2:20 pmLAX Los Angeles-LUN Lusaka

61h 10m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Kigali Intl

2:45 pm - 7:09 pmLUN Lusaka-LAX Los Angeles

38h 24m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$1,460Qatar Airways

Sat, Feb 20 - Fri, Feb 26

3:10 pm - 9:15 amSFO San Francisco-LUN Lusaka

56h 05m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

2:15 pm - 12:55 pmLUN Lusaka-SFO San Francisco

32h 40m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Paris Charles de Gaulle

$1,478Air France

Tue, Dec 1 - Fri, Jan 15

3:10 pm - 9:15 amSFO San Francisco-LUN Lusaka

56h 05m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

2:15 pm - 12:55 pmLUN Lusaka-SFO San Francisco

32h 40m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Paris Charles de Gaulle

$1,483Air France

Sun, Nov 29 - Fri, Jan 15

1:50 pm - 9:40 amSFO San Francisco-LUN Lusaka

33h 50m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Johannesburg OR Tambo

2:15 pm - 12:55 pmLUN Lusaka-SFO San Francisco

32h 40m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Paris Charles de Gaulle

$1,496Multiple Airlines

Sat, Nov 28 - Fri, Jan 15

6:00 am - 1:30 pmSJC San Jose-LUN Lusaka

45h 30m3 stops Dallas/Fort Worth London Heathrow Johannesburg OR Tambo

2:15 pm - 10:10 pmLUN Lusaka-SJC San Jose

41h 55m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo London Heathrow Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,517Multiple Airlines

Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 11

6:00 pm - 1:30 pmLAX Los Angeles-LUN Lusaka

33h 30m2 stops London Heathrow Johannesburg OR Tambo

2:15 pm - 1:25 pmLUN Lusaka-LAX Los Angeles

33h 10m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo London Heathrow

$1,570Multiple Airlines

Mon, Feb 15 - Mon, Mar 1

4:20 pm - 2:20 pmLAX Los Angeles-LUN Lusaka

61h 00m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Kigali Intl

9:25 pm - 8:00 pmLUN Lusaka-LAX Los Angeles

55h 35m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,622Qatar Airways

Sat, Oct 17 - Sat, Oct 24

1:50 pm - 9:40 amLAX Los Angeles-LUN Lusaka

33h 50m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Johannesburg OR Tambo

2:15 pm - 6:16 pmLUN Lusaka-LAX Los Angeles

38h 01m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Paris Charles de Gaulle

$1,625Multiple Airlines

Mon, Feb 15 - Mon, Mar 1

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Qatar Airways flights from California to Zambia

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Feb 20

LAX3:10 pmLos Angeles

61h 10m

2 stops

LUN2:20 pmLusaka

Feb 26

LUN2:45 pmLusaka

32h 05m

1 stop

LAX12:50 pmLos Angeles

$1,398

Qatar Airways

Oct 17

LAX4:20 pmLos Angeles

61h 00m

2 stops

LUN2:20 pmLusaka

Oct 24

LUN9:25 pmLusaka

25h 25m

1 stop

LAX1:50 pmLos Angeles

$1,411

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Feb 20

LAX3:10 pmLos Angeles

61h 10m

2 stops

LUN2:20 pmLusaka

Feb 26

LUN2:45 pmLusaka

38h 24m

2 stops

LAX7:09 pmLos Angeles

$1,460

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Dec 1

SFO3:10 pmSan Francisco

56h 05m

2 stops

LUN9:15 amLusaka

Jan 15

LUN2:15 pmLusaka

32h 40m

2 stops

SFO12:55 pmSan Francisco

$1,478

Air France

Nov 29

SFO3:10 pmSan Francisco

56h 05m

2 stops

LUN9:15 amLusaka

Jan 15

LUN2:15 pmLusaka

32h 40m

2 stops

SFO12:55 pmSan Francisco

$1,483

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Los AngelesLusaka

LAX Los Angeles - LUN Lusaka

LAXLUN

Los Angeles

Sat 2/20

3:10 pm-2:20 pm

2 stops61h 10m

Lusaka

Fri 2/26

2:45 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop32h 05m

$1,398

Los AngelesLusaka

LAX Los Angeles - LUN Lusaka

LAXLUN

Los Angeles

Sat 10/17

4:20 pm-2:20 pm

2 stops61h 00m

Lusaka

Sat 10/24

9:25 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop25h 25m

$1,411

Los AngelesLusaka

LAX Los Angeles - LUN Lusaka

LAXLUN

Los Angeles

Sat 2/20

3:10 pm-2:20 pm

2 stops61h 10m

Lusaka

Fri 2/26

2:45 pm-7:09 pm

2 stops38h 24m

$1,460

San FranciscoLusaka

SFO San Francisco - LUN Lusaka

SFOLUN

San Francisco

Tue 12/1

3:10 pm-9:15 am

2 stops56h 05m

Lusaka

Fri 1/15

2:15 pm-12:55 pm

2 stops32h 40m

$1,478

San FranciscoLusaka

SFO San Francisco - LUN Lusaka

SFOLUN

San Francisco

Sun 11/29

3:10 pm-9:15 am

2 stops56h 05m

Lusaka

Fri 1/15

2:15 pm-12:55 pm

2 stops32h 40m

$1,483

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San FranciscoLusaka

SFO San Francisco - LUN Lusaka

SFOLUN

San Francisco

Sat 11/28

1:50 pm-9:40 am

2 stops33h 50m

Lusaka

Fri 1/15

2:15 pm-12:55 pm

2 stops32h 40m

$1,496

San JoseLusaka

SJC San Jose - LUN Lusaka

SJCLUN

San Jose

Wed 11/4

6:00 am-1:30 pm

3 stops45h 30m

Lusaka

Wed 11/11

2:15 pm-10:10 pm

3 stops41h 55m

$1,517

Los AngelesLusaka

LAX Los Angeles - LUN Lusaka

LAXLUN

Los Angeles

Mon 2/15

6:00 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops33h 30m

Lusaka

Mon 3/1

2:15 pm-1:25 pm

2 stops33h 10m

$1,570

Los AngelesLusaka

LAX Los Angeles - LUN Lusaka

LAXLUN

Los Angeles

Sat 10/17

4:20 pm-2:20 pm

2 stops61h 00m

Lusaka

Sat 10/24

9:25 pm-8:00 pm

2 stops55h 35m

$1,622

Los AngelesLusaka

LAX Los Angeles - LUN Lusaka

LAXLUN

Los Angeles

Mon 2/15

1:50 pm-9:40 am

2 stops33h 50m

Lusaka

Mon 3/1

2:15 pm-6:16 pm

2 stops38h 01m

$1,625

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Zambia?

The month of August is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Zambia from California, with most prices found around $0. The month of March is another great option to travel to Zambia, with average flight prices from California averaging around $1,098.

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Best Price Found	$810
Fastest flight time	27h 11m
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The best one-way flight to Zambia from California in the past 72 hours is $810. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Zambia found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,398.

The fastest flight from California to Zambia takes 27h 11m

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Zambia?
Prices for flights from California to Zambia are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Zambia?
There is 1 operator available for flights from California to Zambia as of September 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Zambia?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from California to Zambia.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Zambia?
The required travel and health documents for your Zambia trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Zambia. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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