Kitwe to Kipushi flights
Kipushi lies 156 km (97 mi) north-west of Kitwe, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 57 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.
| Kitwe | Kipushi | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Zambia | Democratic Republic of the Congo |
| Population | 665,961 | 169,635 |
| Elevation | 1,224 m (4,016 ft) | 1,348 m (4,423 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Lusaka) | UTC+2 (Africa/Lubumbashi) |
| Nearest large airport | NLA, 37 km out | FBM, 36 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Kipushi
Crossing from Zambia into Democratic Republic of the Congo: money changes from the Kwacha to the Franc (CDF); traffic switches to the right; 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 Kitwe
Kitwe is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport (NLA), 37 km (23 mi) from the centre, whose 11,483-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Kipushi
Kipushi is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM), 36 km (22 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 | 36 km (22 mi) | 10,623 ft | 4,295 ft |
Book a flight to Kipushi
Our airline partner is activating live fares for this site; the search below opens the moment that is done. Hotels can be booked now.
Flights are sold here by AirOrSeaTravel through our booking partner, Nuitée, which takes the payment; the ticket is issued by the airline. How this works.
Staying in Kipushi
Live rooms and prices for Kipushi are in the search below.
Book a hotel in Kipushi
Live rooms and prices from our booking partner, booked and paid for here. Free cancellation is marked where it applies.
Common questions
How far is Kipushi from Kitwe?
156 km (97 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Kitwe.
How long does it take to get from Kitwe to Kipushi by air?
About 57 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kitwe and Kipushi?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Kitwe to Kipushi flights?
Typically Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport (NLA) to Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM).
What currency do I need in Kipushi?
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.