Zambia

$1,202+ Cheap flights from California to Zambia

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Dec 23 — Dec 301
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from California (USCA) to Zambia (ZM0). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 18, 2024.

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From California to Zambia

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Tue 12/3110:55 pmSFO - LUN
3 stops32h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 2/276:00 pmLUN - SFO
2 stops28h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,668
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3110:55 pmSFO - LUN
3 stops32h 15mKenya Airways
Thu 2/279:55 amLUN - SFO
3 stops36h 57mKenya Airways
Deal found 12/17$1,721
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/313:55 pmSFO - LUN
3 stops47h 25mEthiopian Air
Thu 2/271:35 pmLUN - SFO
4 stops45h 29mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/16$1,999
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/2911:10 pmSFO - NLA
2 stops26h 45mEthiopian Air
Thu 1/912:45 pmNLA - SFO
4 stops36h 57mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/18$2,190
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/252:45 pmSFO - LUN
1 stop31h 05mRwandAir
Mon 1/204:00 pmLUN - SFO
3 stops30h 35mRwandAir
Deal found 12/18$2,311
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/253:40 pmSFO - LUN
1 stop36h 40mEmirates
Mon 1/209:20 pmLUN - SFO
1 stop25h 30mEmirates
Deal found 12/18$2,349
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/258:40 pmSFO - LUN
2 stops30h 50mBritish Airways
Mon 1/202:15 pmLUN - SFO
2 stops34h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/17$2,406
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/2412:41 amSFO - LUN
2 stops45h 09mQatar Airways
Mon 1/207:30 amLUN - SFO
2 stops63h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/17$2,634
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/2410:38 pmLAX - LUN
2 stops28h 32mEthiopian Air
Thu 1/21:35 pmLUN - LAX
4 stops35h 58mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/17$2,726
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Thu 12/191:00 pmLAX - LUN
2 stops38h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/221:45 amLUN - LAX
2 stops49h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$2,993
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Wed 12/251:10 pmSFO - LUN
2 stops25h 35mTurkish Airlines
Sun 1/191:45 amLUN - SFO
2 stops49h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 12/17$3,026
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Sun 12/292:45 pmSFO - NLA
2 stops59h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/91:20 pmNLA - SFO
2 stops57h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$3,026

Find flights from California to Zambia within your budget

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Fri 1/31

3:10 pm-7:50 am

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Lusaka

Fri 2/7

2:45 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop32h 05m

$1,202

Los AngelesLusaka

LAX - LUN

LAXLUN

Los Angeles

Mon 2/3

3:10 pm-3:00 pm

3 stops37h 50m

Lusaka

Tue 2/11

9:55 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop24h 55m

$1,221

Los AngelesLusaka

LAX - LUN

LAXLUN

Los Angeles

Tue 2/4

6:55 pm-12:45 am

2 stops43h 50m

Lusaka

Sun 2/9

1:45 am-5:00 pm

2 stops49h 15m

$1,244

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SFO - LUN

SFOLUN

San Francisco

Fri 1/31

6:50 pm-12:45 am

2 stops43h 55m

Lusaka

Thu 2/6

1:45 am-11:05 am

2 stops43h 20m

$1,272

Los AngelesLusaka

LAX - LUN

LAXLUN

Los Angeles

Wed 2/5

3:10 pm-7:50 am

1 stop30h 40m

Lusaka

Wed 2/12

8:15 am-12:50 pm

2 stops38h 35m

$1,339

Los AngelesLusaka

LAX - LUN

LAXLUN

Los Angeles

Fri 1/31

2:20 pm-1:20 am

3 stops49h 00m

Lusaka

Thu 2/6

2:10 am-12:55 am

3 stops32h 45m

$1,408

San FranciscoLusaka

SFO - LUN

SFOLUN

San Francisco

Sun 2/2

4:10 pm-5:10 pm

3 stops39h 00m

Lusaka

Wed 2/12

9:55 am-6:41 pm

3 stops42h 46m

$1,480

San FranciscoLusaka

SFO - LUN

SFOLUN

San Francisco

Fri 1/31

10:45 pm-2:40 pm

3 stops29h 55m

Lusaka

Fri 2/7

3:45 pm-3:42 pm

3 stops33h 57m

$1,488

Los AngelesLusaka

LAX - LUN

LAXLUN

Los Angeles

Wed 2/5

3:10 pm-7:50 am

1 stop30h 40m

Lusaka

Tue 2/11

9:55 pm-9:38 pm

2 stops33h 43m

$1,567

San FranciscoLusaka

SFO - LUN

SFOLUN

San Francisco

Sun 2/2

4:10 pm-9:05 am

2 stops54h 55m

Lusaka

Wed 2/12

9:55 am-2:59 pm

3 stops39h 04m

$1,661

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Best time to book a flight from California to Zambia

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Travel insights for flights from California to Zambia

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Zambia (average of $984). Flying from California to Zambia in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,980). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CA to ZM?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Zambia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 18, 2024.

When flying from California to Zambia, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in Zambia by month

Plan your trip to Zambia by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Zambia ranges from 0.4 - 7.9 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 7.9 in. May is typically the driest time to visit Zambia when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Zambia by month

Plan your trip to Zambia by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Zambia, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, October is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 60.8 F).

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 December 18, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with RwandAir, Emirates and British Airways from California to Zambia to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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8.0

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8.2

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8.1

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8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

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1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

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Very good
3,412 reviews
8.1
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3,412 reviews

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8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

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1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

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Good
3,798 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

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9,059 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

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8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

7.3
Good
3,907 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Zambia (average of $984). Flying from California to Zambia in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,980). 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 4 airlines flying from California to Zambia

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,103Average$1,677FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,128Average$1,514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,143Average$1,321FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
EmiratesCheapest$1,148Average$1,875FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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