Calumbo to Kikwit flights
Kikwit lies 750 km (466 mi) north-east of Calumbo, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 43 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.
| Calumbo | Kikwit | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Angola | Democratic Republic of the Congo |
| Population | 652,270 | 509,367 |
| Elevation | 15 m (49 ft) | 466 m (1,529 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Luanda) | UTC+1 (Africa/Kinshasa) |
| Nearest large airport | NBJ, 14 km out | KKW, 3 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Kikwit
Crossing from Angola into Democratic Republic of the Congo: money changes from the Kwanza to the Franc (CDF); sockets are AC power s and sockets: British and related types, Euro, Type E; the dialling code becomes +243; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q11185210 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648804.
Airports at each end
Leaving Calumbo
Calumbo is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Dr. Antonio Agostinho Neto International Airport (NBJ), 14 km (9 mi) from the centre, whose 13,123-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Quatro de Fevereiro International Airport (LAD, 38 km).
Arriving in Kikwit
Kikwit is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Kikwit Airport (KKW), 3 km (2 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 5,151 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kikwit Airport (regional) | KKW | 3 km (2 mi) | 5,151 ft | 1,572 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Kikwit from Calumbo?
750 km (466 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Calumbo.
How long does it take to get from Calumbo to Kikwit by air?
About 1 h 43 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Calumbo and Kikwit?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Calumbo to Kikwit flights?
Typically Dr. Antonio Agostinho Neto International Airport (NBJ) to Kikwit Airport (KKW).
What currency do I need in Kikwit?
The Franc (CDF).
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.