Recognised as the industrial and commercial hub of Zambia, Ndola acts as an important pillar to Zambia’s mineral production. The oil pipeline that stretches from Dar-es-Salaam comes to the end of its 1700 km journey at a refinery in Ndola.
South African Airways offers direct flights to Ndola, simplifying your trip into Zambia. Quick and convenient, the two-hour flight takes you into the heart of the city. Ample leg room and comfortable seating space, as well as an award-winning wine selection and diverse list of beverages will ensure that your flight is as relaxed as possible.
SAA has partnered with some of the best hotels and car rental services to ensure that all your travel and accommodation needs are met before you even take off. Join South African Airways on a flight to Ndola and rest assured that all your travel requirements will be met with exceptional service and proficiency.
Check-in for flights to Ndola
Check-in times
- Check-in time for all regional flights is 2 hours and 30 minutes prior to departure.
- Online check-in for e-ticket holders opens 24 hours before flight departures and closes 2 hours prior to international flight departures.
Online check-in
SAA offers an internet check-in service. Check-in online
This service enables you to:
- Print your boarding pass up to 24 hours prior to flight departure.
- Select or change your seat.
Mobile check-in
SAA’smobile check-in service allows you to check in from your internet-enabled mobile phone. Go to m.flysaa.com and:
- Submit your e-ticket number or booking reference number on the check-in screen.
- Download your online boarding pass including Apple's Passbook.
- On arrival at the airport show your online boarding pass to security for scanning.
Self check-in kiosks
Our self-service check-in kiosks are available at the O.R. Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg and King Shaka International Airport in Durban.
Use these user-friendly touchscreen devices to:
- Print your boarding pass; and
- Select your seat.
Please note that:
- This check-in option is available to all passengers with confirmed flight tickets on South African Airways.
- All self-service check-in kiosks close 90 minutes before departure time.
Bag drop counter
- Bag drop counters are for passengers with checked baggage who have checked in using flysaa.com or a self-service check-in kiosk.
- After you’ve printed your online boarding pass, proceed to the bag drop counter where your baggage will be tagged and sent to the aircraft.
Ndola Car Rental and Airports Transfers
You've landed in Ndola, but you still need transfer and transport services. For your pleasant direct flights to Ndola, and your convenient vehicle rental or airport transfers, you can book it all at once with SAA. Follow the link below, select your requirements, and rest easy knowing that your transport requirements will be taken care of by Africa’s number one airline carrier.
Car Rental
Airport Transfers
Ndola Hotels
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Things to do in Ndola
- The Copperbelt Museum. Recognised for its copper exports, Zambia's Copper belt Museum showcases the history of the industry, the mining of gemstones and the processing of copper. A number of artefacts are exhibited, from articles used in witchcraft to musical instruments.
- Mupapa Slave Tree. The Mupapa Slave Tree was used as a meeting place by Swahili slave-traders. During the 18th century, approximately 19 000 Zambia slaves were traded and shipped to Europe.
- Michelangelo. Known as the best dining spot in Ndola, the Michelangelo serves up authentic pizzas, homemade pasta and quality coffee. An Italian interior and eye-catching terrace attracts various locals and tourists.