Cheap flights to Lubumbashi
3 cities have regular scheduled flights to Lubumbashi (FBM). 5 airlines fly to the city, from major international carriers to budget low-cost options. Most flights depart from Kinshasa, Addis Ababa, Johannesburg. Compare fares, choose the best option and book your tickets online at the best price. Enter your departure city above to find flights and check prices.
Popular departure cities to Lubumbashi
Flight insights to Lubumbashi
Data-driven trends for direct flights to Lubumbashi — how often airlines fly, where passengers come from, and typical fares and flight times.
Most frequent departure cities
The most frequent direct routes to Lubumbashi come from Kinshasa, Addis Ababa and Johannesburg. Kinshasa leads with around 15 flights a week.
- Kinshasa15 flights/week
- Addis Ababa11 flights/week
- Johannesburg10 flights/week
Top departure countries
Most direct flights to Lubumbashi depart from Congo Democratic Republic Of, Ethiopia and South Africa. Congo Democratic Republic Of alone accounts for about 42% of all direct routes.
- Congo Democratic Republic Of42%
- Ethiopiaavg $500
- South Africa28%
Longest direct flights
The longest direct flight to Lubumbashi is from Addis Ababa at about 3h 51m, followed by Johannesburg (2h 34m) and Kinshasa (2h 31m).
- Addis Ababa3h 51m
- Johannesburg2h 34m
- Kinshasa2h 31m
Frequently asked questions
- Which cities have flights to Lubumbashi?
- There are 3+ cities with regular flights to Lubumbashi, from major international hubs to nearby regional airports. Pick your departure city to compare fares and book.
- Where do most flights to Lubumbashi depart from?
- Most travelers fly to Lubumbashi from Kinshasa, Addis Ababa, Johannesburg. These routes have the highest flight frequency and passenger traffic, so fares are usually competitive.
- How many airlines fly to Lubumbashi?
- 5 airlines operate flights to Lubumbashi, ranging from major international carriers to budget low-cost airlines. Competition helps keep fares affordable.
- When is the best time to book flights to Lubumbashi?
- For short-haul routes, booking 4–8 weeks ahead usually gives the best prices. For long-haul flights, aim for 2–3 months ahead. Prices also drop in off-peak seasons and for midweek departures.
- How to find cheap flights to Lubumbashi?
- Compare offers from multiple airlines, use flexible dates and set up price alerts. Our platform lets you track price trends and choose the best time to buy your tickets.