Flying from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK): what you need to know
New York's timezone is UTC-4, which makes New York six hours behind Lusaka.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your LUN to JFK flight.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
If you want to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between LUN and JFK:
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Rs203,425 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport flight. Return flights start at Rs348,927. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
To score cheap tickets from LUN to JFK, book ahead. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices throughout the month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)
Of all flights leaving Kenneth Kaunda International Airport, 75.34% touch down on time at their destination.
Kenneth Kaunda International Airport is around 26 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 the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 50 minutes.
Have an early flight from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near LUN:
Arriving at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
If you have a late Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near JFK:
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To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from John F. Kennedy International Airport around two weeks in advance.
Getting from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York
The street address for JFK is JFK Airport.
From John F. Kennedy International Airport, New York is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes around 1 hour 20 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The quietest month for a flight from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit New York based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport for July if you'd like to go to New York during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 18ºC and 30ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LUN to JFK in January. Average temperatures are between -6ºC and 8ºC then.
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