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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Zambia from £497

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 8/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — LUN
20 Dec — 27 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Edinburgh to Zambia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Edinburgh to Zambia flight deals. Data was last updated 20 November 2025.

Round-trip from

£719

One-way from

£497

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

£766
Emirates
  • Emirates
  • 5/3-9/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 10m total
  • Edinburgh to Zambia
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8/1
  • 8/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 17h 05m total
  • Edinburgh to Zambia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (£55 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£29 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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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 20 November 2025.

Tue 16/1206:35EDI - LUN
3 stops28h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/102:10LUN - EDI
3 stops36h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11£1,177
Wed 17/1217:55EDI - LUN
2 stops35h 55mBritish Airways
Tue 6/121:55LUN - EDI
1 stop16h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 19/11£1,206
Mon 15/1214:05EDI - LUN
2 stops46h 15mRwandAir
Sun 11/115:10LUN - EDI
3 stops40h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 19/11£1,231
Mon 15/1214:05EDI - LUN
1 stop22h 55mBritish Airways
Tue 6/121:55LUN - EDI
1 stop16h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 19/11£1,237
Mon 15/1214:05EDI - LUN
2 stops46h 15mRwandAir
Wed 7/115:10LUN - EDI
3 stops40h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 19/11£1,256
Mon 15/1214:05EDI - LUN
1 stop22h 55mBritish Airways
Fri 9/114:45LUN - EDI
2 stops23h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 19/11£1,275
Mon 15/1214:05EDI - LUN
1 stop22h 55mBritish Airways
Wed 7/114:45LUN - EDI
2 stops31h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 19/11£1,282
Mon 15/1214:05EDI - LUN
2 stops46h 15mRwandAir
Thu 8/115:10LUN - EDI
3 stops40h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 19/11£1,285
Tue 16/1207:30EDI - LUN
1 stop22h 20mBritish Airways
Fri 9/114:45LUN - EDI
1 stop23h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 19/11£1,344

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Edinburgh to Zambia that are best for you.

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Edinburgh

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Zambia

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Depart

Return

Price

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

£719

EdinburghLusaka

EDI - LUN

EDILUN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 5/3

20:55-14:20

1 stop15h 25m

Lusaka

Sun 8/3

21:20-19:05

1 stop23h 45m

£746

EdinburghLusaka

EDI - LUN

EDILUN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 5/3

14:05-14:20

2 stops22h 15m

Lusaka

Sun 8/3

15:10-12:35

3 stops47h 25m

£903

EdinburghLusaka

EDI - LUN

EDILUN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 5/3

13:30-09:15

2 stops17h 45m

Lusaka

Mon 9/3

10:05-20:55

3 stops36h 50m

£997

EdinburghLusaka

EDI - LUN

EDILUN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 5/3

09:25-07:50

2 stops20h 25m

Lusaka

Mon 9/3

14:15-09:10

2 stops20h 55m

£1,018

EdinburghLusaka

EDI - LUN

EDILUN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 5/3

13:30-09:15

2 stops17h 45m

Lusaka

Sun 8/3

18:15-07:50

2 stops39h 35m

£1,033

EdinburghLusaka

EDI - LUN

EDILUN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 8/1

15:00-13:10

3 stops44h 10m

£558

EdinburghLusaka

EDI - LUN

EDILUN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 15/4

20:30-12:40

3 stops39h 10m

£1,260

EdinburghLusaka

EDI - LUN

EDILUN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 28/2

09:25-21:35

3 stops34h 10m

£1,608

EdinburghLusaka

EDI - LUN

EDILUN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 28/2

16:20-00:40

2 stops30h 20m

£1,627

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Best time to book a flight from Edinburgh to Zambia

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Edinburgh to Zambia

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Zambia (average of £601). Flying from Edinburgh to Zambia in July is currently the most expensive (average of £850). 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?

Find hourly flight availability from Edinburgh 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 20 November 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Edinburgh to Zambia is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at midday tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 41% on airfare.

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 20 November 2025.
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
3,417 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

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
3,417 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,417 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

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.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,664 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,417 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

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
7,532 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,417 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

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.

Related info for your journey

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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 Emirates and RwandAir 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 6h 50m. 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Zambia (average of £601). Flying from Edinburgh to Zambia in July is currently the most expensive (average of £850). 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

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Edinburgh to Zambia. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 20 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
EmiratesCheapest£613Average£692FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£630Average£862FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapest£651Average£1,222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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