Travelling from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) to Bangkok: what you need to know
The timezone in Bangkok is UTC+7. The city is five hours ahead of Lusaka, where Kenneth Kaunda International Airport is located.
Leave enough time to catch your LUN to Bangkok flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Taking off during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it simple to book flight tickets from LUN to Bangkok with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. The most sought-after stopovers include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
LUN is around 21 kilometres from central Lusaka. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Bangkok? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near LUN:
Of all flights departing from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport, 75.34% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) to Bangkok
Rs146,581 is currently the best price for a one-way Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Bangkok flight. A return flight ticket starts at Rs274,677. These prices can change based on demand.
To pick up cheap flights from LUN to Bangkok, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you have flexibility with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for a Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Bangkok ticket.
There's no need to check in daily to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know when there's an even better deal on cheap flights from LUN to Bangkok.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Bangkok by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) is around 32 kilometres from the centre of Bangkok. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive takes about 35 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near BKK if you have a late flight from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Bangkok. Pick one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Suvarnabhumi Airport rental car and explore Bangkok and beyond with your own set of wheels. Chic Car Rent, asap car hire and Hertz are well-known companies you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Suvarnabhumi Airport around four weeks before your flight from LUN to Bangkok.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
The centre of Bangkok is around 27 kilometres from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK). After your flight from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Bangkok has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 30 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel close to DMK. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your LUN to Bangkok flight:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or waiting in a long cab line. Pick up a Don Mueang International Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Check out the availability and rates from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire and Hertz.
Score the best price by reserving your ride from DMK three weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Bangkok
Before scheduling your flights from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Bangkok, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Bangkok offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while the low season means you'll get cheaper hotel deals and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Bangkok is April, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 37ºC. Book your Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Bangkok flight ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
December sees average temperatures of between 19ºC and 33ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from LUN to Bangkok around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Bangkok
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Bangkok right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Bangkok:
Wat Arun and Grand Palace are just the start of the top attractions to add to your Bangkok travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Wat Phra Kaew.
Explore more of Thailand
Bangkok will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Thailand just waiting to be explored. Around 467 kilometres north-east of Bangkok, a visit to Udon Thani will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Nong Prajak Public Park, Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor.
Nakhon Ratchasima is another must-experience destination in Thailand and is around 225 kilometres north-east of Bangkok. No trip is complete without seeing Art and Culture Centre, Vongchavalitkul University, Wat Pa Salwan (Burapha Chan Chedi) and บ้านสวนเกษตรอินทรีย์ (บ้านสวนในซอย).
