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Cheap flights from Australia to Zambia from $2,156

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 13/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — LUN
23 May — 30 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Australia to Zambia

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Cheapest flights from Australia to Zambia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Australia to Zambia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 23 April 2026.

Wed 13/522:45
MEL
-
LUN
1 stop41h 55m
Qatar Airways
Wed 20/507:30
LUN
-
MEL
2 stops49h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 21/4$2,156
Fri 5/617:20
MEL
-
LUN
3 stops53h 20m
Etihad Airways
Mon 15/615:45
LUN
-
MEL
2 stops40h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 19/4$2,176
Fri 5/622:45
MEL
-
LUN
1 stop23h 40m
Qatar Airways
Mon 15/607:30
LUN
-
MEL
2 stops30h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 19/4$2,180
Sat 31/1018:20
MEL
-
LUN
2 stops27h 50m
Etihad Airways
Wed 4/1115:10
LUN
-
MEL
2 stops40h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 19/4$2,196
Wed 3/617:20
MEL
-
LUN
3 stops53h 20m
Etihad Airways
Fri 12/615:45
LUN
-
MEL
2 stops40h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 19/4$2,198
Wed 13/513:25
MEL
-
LUN
2 stops31h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 20/515:10
LUN
-
MEL
2 stops34h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/4$2,296
Fri 5/617:20
MEL
-
LUN
2 stops40h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 15/615:45
LUN
-
MEL
2 stops40h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4$2,342
Sat 31/1016:10
MEL
-
LUN
1 stop24h 40m
Qatar Airways
Wed 4/1114:15
LUN
-
MEL
2 stops42h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 21/4$2,592

Find flight deals from Australia to Zambia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Australia to Zambia flight deals. Data was last updated 23 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$2,156

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$2,405
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 13/5-20/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 91h 40m total
  • Australia to Zambia
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($59 potential savings vs. average return price).
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MelbourneLusaka

MEL - LUN

MELLUN

Melbourne

Wed 13/5

22:45-08:40

1 stop41h 55m

Lusaka

Wed 20/5

07:30-17:15

2 stops49h 45m

$2,156
Fastest return journey

MelbourneLusaka

MEL - LUN

MELLUN

Melbourne

Mon 8/6

17:20-01:20

2 stops40h 00m

Lusaka

Wed 17/6

02:10-15:50

2 stops29h 40m

$2,198

MelbourneLusaka

MEL - LUN

MELLUN

Melbourne

Fri 5/6

17:20-14:40

3 stops53h 20m

Lusaka

Fri 12/6

15:45-15:50

2 stops40h 05m

$2,198

MelbourneLusaka

MEL - LUN

MELLUN

Melbourne

Wed 13/5

13:25-12:30

2 stops31h 05m

Lusaka

Tue 19/5

02:10-09:35

2 stops47h 25m

$2,296

MelbourneLusaka

MEL - LUN

MELLUN

Melbourne

Wed 13/5

17:20-14:40

3 stops53h 20m

Lusaka

Wed 20/5

15:10-15:50

2 stops40h 40m

$2,684

MelbourneLusaka

MEL - LUN

MELLUN

Melbourne

Wed 3/6

17:20-14:40

3 stops53h 20m

Lusaka

Tue 16/6

13:35-15:50

3 stops42h 15m

$2,748

MelbourneLusaka

MEL - LUN

MELLUN

Melbourne

Fri 5/6

17:20-14:40

3 stops53h 20m

Lusaka

Mon 15/6

02:10-15:50

2 stops29h 40m

$2,748

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Australia to Zambia

How far ahead should I book a flight from Australia to Zambia?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Australia to Zambia, you should look to book at least 77 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Australia to Zambia?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Zambia (average of $1,065). Flying from Australia to Zambia in May is currently the most expensive (average of $1,698). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

Reviews of airlines servicing Zambia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Zambia. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Zambia. Reviews last updated 23 April 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates,South African, andQatar Airways from Australia to Zambia by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,560 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,560 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,560 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
South African
7.6
Good
60 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,560 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,729 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,560 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,434 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,560 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
1,004 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,560 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Australia to Zambia. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Australia to Zambia?

    Airlines like Qatar Airways and Etihad Airways fly from Australia to Zambia in about 40h. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 1h 55m. Australia and Zambia are separated by a distance of 11138 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Australia to Zambia one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Ethiopian Air, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $837. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qatar Airways and South African, as they are both options that can get you from Australia to Zambia for a low price.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Australia to Zambia that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Australia to Zambia flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Australia to Zambia?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Australia to Zambia.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Australia to Zambia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Australia to Zambia by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Australia to Zambia?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Zambia (average of $1,065). Flying from Australia to Zambia in May is currently the most expensive (average of $1,698). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Australia to Zambia

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Australia to Zambia. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 23 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,065Average$1,859FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,198Average$2,318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,496Average$1,704FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,674Average$2,081FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapest$2,204Average$2,768FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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