last updated 19 February 2026
The new route between Eswatini and Lusaka will be operated on Wednesdays and Fridays. It will be paired with Harare on a triangular basis.
last updated 19 February 2026
Eswatini Air has announced a new international route linking Eswatini with Lusaka (Zambia), starting 01 April 2026. The service will operate between King Mswati III International Airport (SHO) and Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN), creating the first direct air link between the two countries.
Until now, travellers typically connected via Johannesburg, often flying with Airlink. The new nonstop route is expected to significantly reduce travel time and simplify multi-country Southern Africa itineraries.
What we know
- Launch date: 01 April 2026
- First direct Eswatini <> Zambia flight
- Schedule, frequency and aircraft details to be announced soon
Why this route matters
The new connection will make it easier to combine Eswatini's culture and wildlife with Zambia's renowned safari destinations and Victoria Falls itineraries, while also improving regional business travel and tourism connectivity.
More details, including flight schedules and fares, are expected in the coming weeks.
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