Bukavu to Lubumbashi flights
Lubumbashi lies 1,031 km (640 mi) south of Bukavu, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 4 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
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| Bukavu | Lubumbashi | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Democratic Republic of the Congo | Democratic Republic of the Congo |
| Population | 816,811 | 2.2 million |
| Elevation | 1,631 m (5,351 ft) | 1,260 m (4,134 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Lubumbashi) | UTC+2 (Africa/Lubumbashi) |
| Nearest large airport | KME, 8 km out | FBM, 10 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Bukavu
Bukavu is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Kamembe Airport (KME), 8 km (5 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 4,921 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
Arriving in Lubumbashi
Lubumbashi is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM), 10 km (6 mi) from the centre, whose 10,623-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lubumbashi International Airport | FBM | 10 km (6 mi) | 10,623 ft | 4,295 ft |
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Staying in Lubumbashi
Our booking partner lists 28 places to stay in Lubumbashi. Of the 24 with a star rating, the largest group is 2-star (9), and 1 are five-star. Guests have left 614 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Lubumbashi from Bukavu?
1,031 km (640 mi) in a straight line, south of Bukavu.
How long does it take to get from Bukavu to Lubumbashi by air?
About 2 h 4 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Bukavu and Lubumbashi?
No, both are on Africa/Lubumbashi at the moment.
Which airports are used for Bukavu to Lubumbashi flights?
Typically Kamembe Airport (KME) to Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM).
Where can I stay in Lubumbashi?
Our booking partner lists 28 places to stay in Lubumbashi, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.