How long is the flight from Edinburgh to Zambia?

Airlines like Qatar Airways and Emirates fly from Edinburgh to Zambia in about 15h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 7h 30m. The distance between Edinburgh and Zambia is about 5256 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Zambia ranges from 10.0 - 200.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 200.0 mm. May is typically the driest time to visit Zambia when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

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 25.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 16.0 C).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Edinburgh to Zambia?

The most popular airlines flying from Edinburgh to Zambia are British Airways, Emirates and Qatar Airways. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

What airport do you fly from for flights from Edinburgh to Zambia?

Located just 6.8 mi from the city center, Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Zambia from Edinburgh.

Can I find deals for flights from Edinburgh to Zambia that include hotel bookings?

Yes. In addition to deals on Edinburgh to Zambia flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

How can I find direct flights from Edinburgh to Zambia?

After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Edinburgh to Zambia.

Can I find deals for business class flights from Edinburgh to Zambia?

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£686+ Flights from Edinburgh to Zambia

Cheap flight deals from Edinburgh to Zambia

Round-trip from	£686
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	March
Average price	£806

Qatar Airways
10/11-30/11
2 total stops
40h 10m total
Edinburgh to Zambia

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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (£41 potential increase over avg. return price).

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Cheapest flights from Edinburgh to Zambia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Edinburgh to Zambia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 September 2025.

Mon 10/1114:05EDI - LUN

1 stop22h 55mQatar Airways

Sun 30/1114:45LUN - EDI

1 stop17h 15mQatar Airways

Deal found 17/9£686

Mon 10/1116:10EDI - LUN

2 stops20h 10mMultiple Airlines

Sun 30/1115:10LUN - EDI

3 stops20h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 17/9£693

Fri 31/1014:05EDI - LUN

1 stop22h 55mQatar Airways

Tue 2/1221:55LUN - EDI

1 stop16h 40mQatar Airways

Deal found 16/9£721

Fri 31/1005:45EDI - LUN

2 stops33h 40mKenya Airways

Mon 1/1201:45LUN - EDI

2 stops21h 10mKenya Airways

Deal found 16/9£744

Fri 31/1014:45EDI - LUN

2 stops21h 35mMultiple Airlines

Tue 2/1215:10LUN - EDI

3 stops23h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 16/9£759

Fri 31/1014:05EDI - LUN

1 stop22h 55mBritish Airways

Tue 2/1221:55LUN - EDI

2 stops19h 20mBritish Airways

Deal found 16/9£813

Best flights from Edinburgh to Zambia
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Mon 10/1114:05EDI - LUN

1 stop22h 55mQatar Airways

Sun 30/1114:45LUN - EDI

1 stop17h 15mQatar Airways

Deal found 17/9£686

Mon 10/1116:10EDI - LUN

2 stops20h 10mMultiple Airlines

Sun 30/1115:10LUN - EDI

3 stops20h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 17/9£693

Thu 5/320:55EDI - LUN

1 stop15h 25mEmirates

Mon 9/321:20LUN - EDI

1 stop23h 45mEmirates

Deal found 15/9£711

Fri 31/1005:45EDI - LUN

2 stops33h 40mKenya Airways

Mon 1/1201:45LUN - EDI

2 stops21h 10mKenya Airways

Deal found 16/9£744

Fri 31/1014:05EDI - LUN

1 stop22h 55mBritish Airways

Tue 2/1221:55LUN - EDI

2 stops19h 20mBritish Airways

Deal found 16/9£813

Fri 31/1014:05EDI - LUN

1 stop22h 55mQatar Airways

Tue 2/1221:55LUN - EDI

1 stop16h 40mQatar Airways

Deal found 16/9£721

Fri 31/1014:45EDI - LUN

2 stops21h 35mMultiple Airlines

Tue 2/1215:10LUN - EDI

3 stops23h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 16/9£759

Mon 10/1116:10EDI - LUN

2 stops20h 50mBritish Airways

Sun 30/1114:45LUN - EDI

1 stop17h 15mBritish Airways

Deal found 17/9£813

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Fri 31/1014:05EDI - LUN

1 stop22h 55mQatar Airways

Tue 2/1221:55LUN - EDI

1 stop16h 40mQatar Airways

Deal found 16/9£721

Fri 31/1005:45EDI - LUN

2 stops33h 40mKenya Airways

Mon 1/1201:45LUN - EDI

2 stops21h 10mKenya Airways

Deal found 16/9£744

Fri 31/1014:45EDI - LUN

2 stops21h 35mMultiple Airlines

Tue 2/1215:10LUN - EDI

3 stops23h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 16/9£759

Fri 31/1014:05EDI - LUN

1 stop22h 55mBritish Airways

Tue 2/1221:55LUN - EDI

2 stops19h 20mBritish Airways

Deal found 16/9£813

Fri 31/1007:30EDI - LUN

2 stops52h 50mRwandAir

Tue 2/1215:10LUN - EDI

3 stops40h 50mRwandAir

Deal found 17/9£954

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EdinburghLusaka

EDI - LUN

EDILUN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 10/11

14:05-15:00

1 stop22h 55m

Lusaka

Sun 30/11

14:45-06:00

1 stop17h 15m

£686

EdinburghLusaka

EDI - LUN

EDILUN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 10/11

16:10-14:20

2 stops20h 10m

Lusaka

Sun 30/11

15:10-10:05

3 stops20h 55m

£693

EdinburghLusaka

EDI - LUN

EDILUN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 5/3

20:55-14:20

1 stop15h 25m

Lusaka

Mon 9/3

21:20-19:05

1 stop23h 45m

£711

EdinburghLusaka

EDI - LUN

EDILUN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 31/10

14:05-15:00

1 stop22h 55m

Lusaka

Tue 2/12

21:55-12:35

1 stop16h 40m

£721

EdinburghLusaka

EDI - LUN

EDILUN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 31/10

05:45-17:25

2 stops33h 40m

Lusaka

Mon 1/12

01:45-20:55

2 stops21h 10m

£744

EdinburghLusaka

EDI - LUN

EDILUN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 31/10

14:45-14:20

2 stops21h 35m

Lusaka

Tue 2/12

15:10-12:20

3 stops23h 10m

£759

EdinburghLusaka

EDI - LUN

EDILUN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 31/10

14:05-15:00

1 stop22h 55m

Lusaka

Tue 2/12

21:55-15:15

2 stops19h 20m

£813

EdinburghLusaka

EDI - LUN

EDILUN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 10/11

16:10-15:00

2 stops20h 50m

Lusaka

Sun 30/11

14:45-06:00

1 stop17h 15m

£813

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Zambia (average of £779). Flying from Edinburgh to Zambia in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,120). 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 EDI to ZM?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Edinburgh to Zambia as you normally would.

Reviews of airlines servicing Zambia

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Qatar Airways, andBritish Airways from Edinburgh to Zambia to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,339 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,339 reviews

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8.1

Very Good

3,339 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Qatar Airways

7.4

Good

3,622 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,339 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

British Airways

6.7

Okay

7,367 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,339 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

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What airport do you fly from for flights from Edinburgh to Zambia?
Located just 6.8 mi from the city center, Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Zambia from Edinburgh.
How long is the flight from Edinburgh to Zambia?
Airlines like Qatar Airways and Emirates fly from Edinburgh to Zambia in about 15h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 7h 30m. The distance between Edinburgh and Zambia is about 5256 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
Can I find deals for flights from Edinburgh to Zambia that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Edinburgh to Zambia flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Edinburgh to Zambia?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Edinburgh to Zambia.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Edinburgh to Zambia?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Edinburgh to Zambia by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Edinburgh to Zambia?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Zambia (average of £779). Flying from Edinburgh to Zambia in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,120). 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 3 airlines flying from Edinburgh to Zambia

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Emirates	Cheapest£589	Average£664	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights
British Airways	Cheapest£625	Average£1,173	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%	Search British Airways flights
Qatar Airways	Cheapest£627	Average£842	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights

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