On this page, you can find and book flights from Kinshasa to Lubumbashi. Covering a distance of 1,572 km, this is an important domestic route with approximately 5 flights per week.
Regular flights on this route are operated by ET. To plan your budget, use the price trend chart and check in advance how to get to the airport of departure and how to get from the airport to the center of Lubumbashi.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Kinshasa — Lubumbashi by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Kinshasa → Lubumbashi, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 1,128 | high | May | AED 903 | low | Sep | AED 953 | medium |
| Feb | AED 978 | medium | Jun | AED 878 | low | Oct | AED 928 | medium |
| Mar | AED 978 | medium | Jul | AED 1,053 | high | Nov | AED 903 | low |
| Apr | AED 953 | medium | Aug | AED 1,078 | high | Dec | AED 1,128 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Lubumbashi is characterized by a clear division of seasons: October is the hottest month with temperatures reaching 31.4°C, while January is the wettest. The period from June to August is notable for its lack of precipitation and cool nights (down to 12.2°C).
While specific real-time pricing data is currently unavailable, fares traditionally depend on seasonal demand. To find the best deals, we recommend monitoring the price trend chart, as flight costs can drop significantly during periods of low passenger activity.
The optimal time to visit the city is during the dry season from May to September. The weather is most stable during this period, minimizing the risk of flight delays caused by the heavy tropical rains common from November to March.
Flights on the Kinshasa — Lubumbashi route are operated on a regular basis by ET (Ethiopian Airlines). On average, there are about 5 flights per week, the majority of which are direct. You can find more detailed information regarding departure times and connection options in the interactive schedule below.
Flights Kinshasa — Lubumbashi depart from N'djili Airport and arrive at Lubumbashi International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The approximate travel time is about 2 hours, as the straight-line distance between the cities is 1,572 km.
The main carrier providing regular service between Kinshasa and Lubumbashi is ET.
Yes, direct flights are available on this route, allowing you to reach your destination without any additional layovers.
The lowest prices are usually available when booking 1–2 months before your trip. You can find up-to-date fare information in the price calendar on our website.
Flights from the capital arrive at Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM).
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