Direct (nonstop) flights from Lusaka to Harare

8 airlines fly nonstop from Lusaka International (LUN) to Harare International (HRE). It's 250 miles (403 km), about 1h 5m in the air. Operated by Air Botswana, Emirates, Ethiopian Airlines and others.

LUN
Lusaka International
🇿🇲 Lusaka, Zambia
HRE
Harare International
🇿🇼 Harare, Zimbabwe
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
250 mi
403 km
CO₂/pax
46 kg
−110 kg vs. layover
Airlines
8
Air Botswana +7
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Air Botswana Air Botswana Emirates Emirates Ethiopian Airlines Ethiopian Airlines Kenya Airways Kenya Airways Qatar Airways Qatar Airways Uganda Airlines Uganda Airlines +2 more

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Air Botswana BP Air Botswana
Route
LUN → HRE
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
250 mi
Emirates EK Emirates
Route
LUN → HRE
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
250 mi
Ethiopian Airlines ET Ethiopian Airlines
Route
LUN → HRE
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
250 mi
Kenya Airways KQ Kenya Airways
Route
LUN → HRE
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
250 mi
Qatar Airways QR Qatar Airways
Route
LUN → HRE
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
250 mi
Uganda Airlines UR Uganda Airlines
Route
LUN → HRE
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
250 mi
RwandAir WB RwandAir
Route
LUN → HRE
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
250 mi
Zambia Airways ZN Zambia Airways
Route
LUN → HRE
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
250 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Lusaka to Harare with one stop · direct emits 46 kg CO₂ per passenger

LUN LLW (Lilongwe) HRE
Leg 1: 1h 15m (372 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (336 mi) Total: ~2h 25m 🍃 156 kg CO₂ (+239% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LUN → LLW
1h 15m · 372 mi
View LUN to LLW flights →
Leg 2
LLW → HRE
1h 10m · 336 mi
View LLW to HRE flights →
LUN GBE (Gaborone) HRE
Leg 1: 1h 40m (656 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (565 mi) Total: ~3h 10m 🍃 251 kg CO₂ (+446% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LUN → GBE
1h 40m · 656 mi
View LUN to GBE flights →
Leg 2
GBE → HRE
1h 30m · 565 mi
View GBE to HRE flights →
LUN JNB (Johannesburg) HRE
Leg 1: 2h (744 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (594 mi) Total: ~3h 45m 🍃 273 kg CO₂ (+493% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LUN → JNB
2h · 744 mi
View LUN to JNB flights →
Leg 2
JNB → HRE
1h 45m · 594 mi
View JNB to HRE flights →
LUN DAR (Dar Es Salaam) HRE
Leg 1: 2h 25m (932 mi) Leg 2: 2h 20m (935 mi) Total: ~4h 45m 🍃 341 kg CO₂ (+641% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LUN → DAR
2h 25m · 932 mi
View LUN to DAR flights →
Leg 2
DAR → HRE
2h 20m · 935 mi
View DAR to HRE flights →
LUN NBO (Nairobi) HRE
Leg 1: 2h 40m (1,123 mi) Leg 2: 3h (1,207 mi) Total: ~5h 40m 🍃 419 kg CO₂ (+811% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LUN → NBO
2h 40m · 1,123 mi
View LUN to NBO flights →
Leg 2
NBO → HRE
3h · 1,207 mi
View NBO to HRE flights →

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HRE → LUN: Flights from Harare to Lusaka

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Lusaka to Harare?

A nonstop flight from Lusaka (LUN) to Harare (HRE) takes approximately 1 hours and 5 minutes. The distance is 250 miles (403 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Lusaka to Harare?

8 airlines: Air Botswana, Emirates, Ethiopian Airlines, Kenya Airways, Qatar Airways, Uganda Airlines, RwandAir, Zambia Airways.

Is there a nonstop flight from Lusaka to Harare?

Yes. 8 airlines: Air Botswana, Emirates, Ethiopian Airlines, Kenya Airways, Qatar Airways, Uganda Airlines, RwandAir, Zambia Airways.

How far is Lusaka from Harare?

The flight distance from Lusaka to Harare is 250 miles (403 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Paris.

What type of aircraft flies from Lusaka to Harare?

At 1h 5m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Zambia to Zimbabwe?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Zimbabwe embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Lusaka to Harare?

Roughly 46 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 230 km.

Is the return flight from Harare to Lusaka also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Lusaka to Harare?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Lusaka International for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.