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Cheap flights from Lusaka to Mumbai from ₹ 26,778

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LUN — BOM
29 Jul — 5 Aug1
1 adult
Mon 29/7
Mon 5/8

The best prices from Lusaka to Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl are usually found in July or February, booked 52 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Lusaka to Mumbai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Lusaka (LUN) to Mumbai (BOM). 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 24 July 2024.

Round-trip from

₹ 46,442

One-way from

₹ 26,778

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

July
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 18/12-29/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 41h 00m total
  • Lusaka to Mumbai
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 10/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 31h 25m total
  • Lusaka to Mumbai
High demand for flights, 7% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 7% potential price drop

Cheap Ethiopian Air flights from Lusaka to Mumbai

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Ethiopian Air for the route between Lusaka and Mumbai. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 309,562 searches. Data last updated 24 July 2024.
Take a peek at the cheapest Ethiopian Air flights we've detected travelling from Lusaka to Mumbai. Come back soon if you're not finding the exact deal you're looking for.
Mon 9/1202:10LUN - BOM
1 stop20h 55mEthiopian Air
Fri 10/111:00BOM - LUN
1 stop29h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 23/7₹ 54,894
Sun 24/1115:45LUN - BOM
1 stop31h 20mEthiopian Air
Sat 4/111:00BOM - LUN
1 stop29h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 23/7₹ 55,229
Sun 18/815:10LUN - BOM
1 stop31h 25mEthiopian Air
Sun 3/1111:00BOM - LUN
2 stops31h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 23/7₹ 56,986
Thu 21/1102:10LUN - BOM
1 stop20h 55mEthiopian Air
Fri 3/111:00BOM - LUN
1 stop29h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 23/7₹ 57,656
Tue 10/1213:35LUN - BOM
2 stops33h 30mEthiopian Air
Fri 10/111:00BOM - LUN
1 stop29h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 23/7₹ 60,584
Tue 17/1202:10LUN - BOM
1 stop25h 35mEthiopian Air
Sun 29/1211:00BOM - LUN
2 stops29h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 22/7₹ 67,613
Wed 1/113:35LUN - BOM
2 stops33h 30mEthiopian Air
Mon 3/211:00BOM - LUN
1 stop29h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 23/7₹ 68,199
Mon 9/1202:10LUN - BOM
1 stop20h 55mEthiopian Air
Thu 9/104:05BOM - LUN
1 stop11h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 23/7₹ 68,367
Thu 21/1102:10LUN - BOM
1 stop20h 55mEthiopian Air
Thu 2/104:05BOM - LUN
1 stop11h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 23/7₹ 69,538

Cheap Emirates flights from Lusaka to Mumbai

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Emirates for the route between Lusaka and Mumbai. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 309,562 searches. Data last updated 24 July 2024.
To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest Emirates flights we've found from Lusaka to Mumbai. Deals are refreshing constantly so come back soon for more options.
Tue 10/1221:20LUN - BOM
1 stop19h 35mEmirates
Fri 10/110:25BOM - LUN
1 stop31h 25mEmirates
Deal found 23/7₹ 60,250
Wed 1/121:20LUN - BOM
1 stop13h 05mEmirates
Sun 2/204:15BOM - LUN
1 stop13h 35mEmirates
Deal found 23/7₹ 65,689

Cheap Lusaka to Mumbai flights in July & August 2024

Find cheap flight options from Lusaka to Mumbai specifically for the months of July and August 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 309,562 searches. Prices were last updated on 24 July 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Lusaka to Mumbai in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Fri 23/815:10LUN - BOM
1 stop31h 25mEthiopian Air
Fri 30/811:05BOM - LUN
1 stop29h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 24/7₹ 46,526
Sat 10/815:10LUN - BOM
1 stop31h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 24/810:05BOM - LUN
1 stop26h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/7₹ 51,129
Sat 10/815:10LUN - BOM
1 stop31h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 24/805:50BOM - LUN
2 stops11h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/7₹ 56,902
Sun 18/815:10LUN - BOM
1 stop31h 25mEthiopian Air
Sun 3/1111:00BOM - LUN
2 stops31h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 23/7₹ 56,986
Fri 23/812:20LUN - BOM
2 stops34h 15mEthiopian Air
Fri 30/811:05BOM - LUN
1 stop29h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 24/7₹ 57,572
Fri 9/802:10LUN - BOM
1 stop20h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 24/810:05BOM - LUN
1 stop26h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/7₹ 58,743
Sun 18/815:05LUN - BOM
1 stop9h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 3/1111:00BOM - LUN
1 stop17h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/7₹ 59,999
Sun 18/815:05LUN - BOM
1 stop9h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 3/1111:00BOM - LUN
1 stop17h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/7₹ 60,166
Sun 18/818:15LUN - BOM
1 stop31h 50mKenya Airways
Sat 2/1102:40BOM - LUN
1 stop26h 10mKenya Airways
Deal found 23/7₹ 62,007

Lusaka to Mumbai 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Lusaka and Mumbai in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 309,562 searches. Data last updated 24 July 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Lusaka to Mumbai in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Wed 18/1212:50LUN - BOM
2 stops12h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 29/1211:00BOM - LUN
1 stop29h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/7₹ 46,442
Fri 23/815:10LUN - BOM
1 stop31h 25mEthiopian Air
Fri 30/811:05BOM - LUN
1 stop29h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 24/7₹ 46,526
Thu 5/1202:10LUN - BOM
1 stop20h 55mEthiopian Air
Mon 27/111:00BOM - LUN
1 stop17h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 24/7₹ 48,116
Mon 30/1202:10LUN - BOM
1 stop20h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/221:50BOM - LUN
1 stop13h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/7₹ 50,710
Tue 31/1215:10LUN - BOM
1 stop12h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 31/104:20BOM - LUN
1 stop14h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/7₹ 51,129
Mon 30/1202:10LUN - BOM
1 stop20h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/221:50BOM - LUN
1 stop13h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/7₹ 51,547
Tue 31/1202:10LUN - BOM
1 stop20h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/221:50BOM - LUN
1 stop20h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/7₹ 51,631
Thu 5/1202:10LUN - BOM
1 stop20h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 27/106:45BOM - LUN
2 stops13h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/7₹ 53,639
Mon 9/1202:10LUN - BOM
1 stop20h 55mEthiopian Air
Fri 10/111:00BOM - LUN
1 stop29h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 23/7₹ 54,894

One-way flights to Mumbai from Lusaka

Search for one-way flight options from Lusaka to Mumbai. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 309,562 searches. Data last updated 24 July 2024.
Some of the best available deals we've found on one-way flights from Lusaka to Mumbai. Users needing a return flight from Lusaka to Mumbai should utilize the search form above.
Sat 10/815:10LUN - BOM
1 stop31h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 24/7₹ 26,778
Thu 28/1113:35LUN - BOM
2 stops33h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 23/7₹ 27,865
Fri 9/802:10LUN - BOM
1 stop20h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 24/7₹ 30,711
Fri 29/1115:45LUN - BOM
1 stop12h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 23/7₹ 32,300
Sat 30/1121:20LUN - BOM
1 stop25h 25mEmirates
Deal found 23/7₹ 35,480
Sun 1/1202:10LUN - BOM
1 stop19h 50mKenya Airways
Deal found 23/7₹ 36,066
Fri 29/1110:00LUN - BOM
2 stops12h 00mKenya Airways
Deal found 23/7₹ 37,238
Sat 10/816:20LUN - BOM
2 stops33h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/7₹ 41,338
Wed 4/1214:45LUN - BOM
1 stop13h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 23/7₹ 42,509

Find flights from Lusaka to Mumbai within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Lusaka to Mumbai that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 309,562 searches. Data last updated 24 July 2024.

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₹ 46,442 - ₹ 60,250

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LusakaMumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

LUN - BOM

LUNBOM

Lusaka

Wed 18/12

2 stops12h 00m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Sun 29/12

1 stop29h 00m

₹ 46,442

LusakaMumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

LUN - BOM

LUNBOM

Lusaka

Mon 30/12

1 stop20h 55m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Sat 1/2

1 stop13h 30m

₹ 50,710

LusakaMumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

LUN - BOM

LUNBOM

Lusaka

Tue 31/12

1 stop12h 35m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Fri 31/1

1 stop14h 10m

₹ 51,129

LusakaMumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

LUN - BOM

LUNBOM

Lusaka

Mon 9/12

1 stop20h 55m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Fri 10/1

1 stop29h 00m

₹ 54,894

LusakaMumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

LUN - BOM

LUNBOM

Lusaka

Sun 24/11

1 stop31h 20m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Sat 4/1

1 stop29h 00m

₹ 55,229

LusakaMumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

LUN - BOM

LUNBOM

Lusaka

Sun 27/10

1 stop28h 00m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Wed 4/12

1 stop20h 40m

₹ 56,651

LusakaMumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

LUN - BOM

LUNBOM

Lusaka

Fri 22/11

1 stop9h 45m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Fri 3/1

2 stops11h 55m

₹ 58,074

LusakaMumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

LUN - BOM

LUNBOM

Lusaka

Wed 1/1

2 stops16h 10m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Mon 3/2

2 stops13h 55m

₹ 59,245

LusakaMumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

LUN - BOM

LUNBOM

Lusaka

Tue 10/12

1 stop19h 35m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Fri 10/1

1 stop31h 25m

₹ 60,250

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 22/7

Best time to book a flight from Lusaka to Mumbai

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Travel insights for flights from Lusaka to Mumbai

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Lusaka to Mumbai including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Lusaka to Mumbai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Lusaka to Mumbai. Price data was last updated on 19 July 2024.

Booking 52 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Lusaka to Mumbai. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Lusaka to Mumbai?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lusaka to Mumbai (average of ₹ 38,325). Flying from Lusaka to Mumbai in September is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 48,283). 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 LUN to BOM?

Find hourly flight availability from Lusaka to Mumbai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 24 July 2024.

When flying from Lusaka to Mumbai, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at midday, which can drop the price by up to 10% versus a flight in the evening.

Rainfall in Mumbai by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Mumbai ranges from 0.0 - 819.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 819.0 mm. March is typically the driest time to visit Mumbai when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Mumbai by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Mumbai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, May is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 30.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 24.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Mumbai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Mumbai. 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 Mumbai. Reviews last updated 24 July 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Lusaka to Mumbai, such as Ethiopian Air, Emirates and Kenya Airways. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very Good
3,759 reviews

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Worst experience. The staff at the airport were unprofessional, uncourtious, disrespectful and straight up discriminating. I will never travel via emirates again. And the flight was delayed too.

8.1
Very Good
3,759 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,759 reviews

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Worst experience. The staff at the airport were unprofessional, uncourtious, disrespectful and straight up discriminating. I will never travel via emirates again. And the flight was delayed too.

7.6
Good
4,164 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,759 reviews

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Worst experience. The staff at the airport were unprofessional, uncourtious, disrespectful and straight up discriminating. I will never travel via emirates again. And the flight was delayed too.

7.4
Good
3,763 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,759 reviews

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Worst experience. The staff at the airport were unprofessional, uncourtious, disrespectful and straight up discriminating. I will never travel via emirates again. And the flight was delayed too.

7.3
Good
786 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,759 reviews

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Worst experience. The staff at the airport were unprofessional, uncourtious, disrespectful and straight up discriminating. I will never travel via emirates again. And the flight was delayed too.

7.0
Good
341 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,759 reviews

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Worst experience. The staff at the airport were unprofessional, uncourtious, disrespectful and straight up discriminating. I will never travel via emirates again. And the flight was delayed too.

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Lusaka to Mumbai for under ₹ 46,500 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Lusaka to Mumbai for under ₹ 46,500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just ₹ 46,442, but on average you can expect to pay ₹ 55,229.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Lusaka to Mumbai round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Lusaka to Mumbai return from ₹ 54,894. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Kenya Airways, from ₹ 56,651, and Air Tanzania, from ₹ 58,074.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Lusaka to Mumbai one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Ethiopian Air, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as ₹ 26,778. However, be on the lookout for offers from Emirates and Kenya Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Lusaka to Mumbai for a low price.

  • What does LUN to BOM mean?

    LUN and BOM are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. LUN to BOM refers to a flight route from Lusaka Airport to Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Airport.

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  • Can I find deals for flights from Lusaka to Mumbai that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Lusaka to Mumbai offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Lusaka to Mumbai?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Lusaka to Mumbai flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Lusaka to Mumbai flight deals updated?

    The Lusaka to Mumbai flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 24/7.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Lusaka to Mumbai?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lusaka to Mumbai (average of ₹ 38,325). Flying from Lusaka to Mumbai in September is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 48,283). 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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Air TanzaniaCheapest₹ 44,994Average₹ 46,771FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapest₹ 46,699Average₹ 49,670FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest₹ 48,985Average₹ 53,413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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EmiratesCheapest₹ 52,484Average₹ 59,841FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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