Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Washington, D.C. to Lusaka?

Flights connecting via Doha (DOH) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 21h 23m.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Washington, D.C. and Lusaka?

Istanbul (IST) was the most common stop: 67% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Washington, D.C. to Lusaka?

Doha (DOH) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 2h 15m.

How long does it take to fly to Lusaka?

The flight from Washington, D.C. to Lusaka depends on which airports you’re departing and arriving from and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Washington, D.C. (a popular airport in Washington, D.C.) to Lusaka (the most popular airport in Lusaka), then the flight time is 24h 12m on average. If you fly from Baltimore (another popular airport in Washington, D.C.) to Lusaka, then the average flight time is 29h 10m.

What airlines fly to Lusaka?

Ethiopian Air, Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Lusaka from Washington, D.C. according to our data. Ethiopian Air is the first choice among our users, with 45% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Lusaka. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Lusaka on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Washington, D.C. to Lusaka?

Flights via Istanbul (IST) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $1,056.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Washington, D.C. to Lusaka?

KLM, Air France, and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Washington, D.C. to Lusaka

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Lusaka Airport?

Prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Lusaka Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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As of July 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Washington, D.C. to Lusaka Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. to Lusaka Airport?

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 Washington, D.C. to Lusaka Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Lusaka Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Lusaka Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Lusaka Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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6:15 pm - 1:30 pm

IAD

LUN

37h 15m

2 stops

2:15 pm - 4:05 pm

LUN

IAD

31h 50m

2 stops

$1,279Air France

Sun, Sep 6 - Mon, Sep 21

9:45 pm - 1:30 pm

IAD

LUN

33h 45m

2 stops

2:15 pm - 3:35 pm

LUN

IAD

31h 20m

2 stops

$1,289Multiple Airlines

Sun, Sep 6 - Mon, Sep 21

9:45 pm - 1:30 pm

IAD

LUN

33h 45m

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2:15 pm - 3:35 pm

LUN

IAD

31h 20m

2 stops

$1,290Multiple Airlines

Sun, Sep 6 - Mon, Sep 21

5:40 pm - 9:40 am

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LUN

34h 00m

2 stops

5:05 pm - 3:35 pm

LUN

IAD

28h 30m

2 stops

$1,412KLM

Sun, Aug 16 - Sun, Aug 30

9:00 pm - 2:20 pm

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LUN

35h 20m

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3:25 pm - 3:40 pm

LUN

IAD

30h 15m

1 stop

$1,425Qatar Airways

Fri, Sep 11 - Sun, Sep 27

6:10 pm - 9:40 am

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LUN

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IAD

31h 20m

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$1,485KLM

Mon, Aug 24 - Mon, Aug 31

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LUN

38h 50m

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9:20 pm - 4:23 pm

LUN

DCA

50h 03m

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$1,527United Airlines

Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15

4:30 pm - 1:30 pm

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LUN

38h 00m

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2:15 pm - 5:23 pm

LUN

DCA

34h 08m

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$1,557United Airlines

Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15

6:05 am - 1:10 pm

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LUN

25h 05m

2 stops

3:10 pm - 9:29 pm

LUN

BWI

36h 19m

3 stops

$2,161Ethiopian Air

Wed, Aug 19 - Wed, Aug 26

7:03 am - 8:35 am

BWI

LUN

43h 32m

2 stops

3:25 pm - 10:22 pm

LUN

BWI

36h 57m

2 stops

$2,212Qatar Airways

Wed, Sep 2 - Wed, Sep 23

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Air France flights from Washington, D.C. to Lusaka

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Sep 6

IAD6:15 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

37h 15m

2 stops

LUN1:30 pmLusaka

Sep 21

LUN2:15 pmLusaka

31h 50m

2 stops

IAD4:05 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,279

Air France

Sep 12

IAD6:15 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

24h 50m

2 stops

LUN1:05 amLusaka

Sep 26

LUN2:15 pmLusaka

31h 50m

2 stops

IAD4:05 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,445

Air France

Sep 11

IAD6:15 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

32h 55m

2 stops

LUN9:10 amLusaka

Sep 26

LUN2:15 pmLusaka

31h 50m

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IAD4:05 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,518

KLM flights from Washington, D.C. to Lusaka

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KLM

Aug 16

IAD5:40 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

34h 00m

2 stops

LUN9:40 amLusaka

Aug 30

LUN5:05 pmLusaka

28h 30m

2 stops

IAD3:35 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,412

KLM

Aug 24

IAD6:10 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

33h 30m

2 stops

LUN9:40 amLusaka

Aug 31

LUN2:15 pmLusaka

31h 20m

2 stops

IAD3:35 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,485

KLM

Aug 24

IAD6:10 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

33h 30m

2 stops

LUN9:40 amLusaka

Aug 31

LUN2:15 pmLusaka

31h 20m

2 stops

IAD3:35 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,486

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Sun 9/6

6:15 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops37h 15m

Lusaka

Mon 9/21

2:15 pm-4:05 pm

2 stops31h 50m

$1,279

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Mon 9/21

2:15 pm-3:35 pm

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$1,289

Washington, D.C.Lusaka

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IADLUN

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9:45 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops33h 45m

Lusaka

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2:15 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops31h 20m

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Washington, D.C.Lusaka

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IADLUN

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 8/16

5:40 pm-9:40 am

2 stops34h 00m

Lusaka

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5:05 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops28h 30m

$1,412

Washington, D.C.Lusaka

IAD - LUN

IADLUN

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 9/11

9:00 pm-2:20 pm

2 stops35h 20m

Lusaka

Sun 9/27

3:25 pm-3:40 pm

1 stop30h 15m

$1,425

Washington, D.C.Lusaka

IAD - LUN

IADLUN

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 8/24

6:10 pm-9:40 am

2 stops33h 30m

Lusaka

Mon 8/31

2:15 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops31h 20m

$1,485

Washington, D.C.Lusaka

DCA - LUN

DCALUN

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 11/11

4:30 pm-2:20 pm

2 stops38h 50m

Lusaka

Sun 11/15

9:20 pm-4:23 pm

2 stops50h 03m

$1,527

Washington, D.C.Lusaka

DCA - LUN

DCALUN

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 11/11

4:30 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops38h 00m

Lusaka

Sun 11/15

2:15 pm-5:23 pm

2 stops34h 08m

$1,557

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BWI - LUN

BWILUN

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 8/19

6:05 am-1:10 pm

2 stops25h 05m

Lusaka

Wed 8/26

3:10 pm-9:29 pm

3 stops36h 19m

$2,161

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7:03 am-8:35 am

2 stops43h 32m

Lusaka

Wed 9/23

3:25 pm-10:22 pm

2 stops36h 57m

$2,212

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If you don’t want to visit Lusaka in January, then you should wait until October to fly from Washington, D.C., when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,020.

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How far is Washington, D.C. to Lusaka by plane?
There are 7692.6 mi between Washington, D.C. and Lusaka. 20h 10m is a normal flight duration for this route.
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As of July 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Washington, D.C. to Lusaka Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. to Lusaka Airport?
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 Washington, D.C. to Lusaka Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Lusaka Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Lusaka Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Lusaka Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Washington, D.C. to Lusaka?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Washington, D.C. to Lusaka is Ethiopian Air (36% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are Turkish Airlines (29%), Emirates (17%), and Qatar Airways (17%).

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