Kolwezi to Lobito flights
Lobito lies 1,313 km (816 mi) west of Kolwezi, -1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 26 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.
| Kolwezi | Lobito | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Democratic Republic of the Congo | Angola |
| Population | 790,248 | 393,079 |
| Elevation | 1,485 m (4,872 ft) | 4 m (13 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Lubumbashi) | UTC+1 (Africa/Luanda) |
| Nearest large airport | KWZ, 7 km out | CBT, 14 km out |
Clocks in Lobito are 1 h behind Kolwezi right now, so a 2 h 26 min journey lands only 1 h 26 min later by the destination clock.
What changes when you arrive in Lobito
Crossing from Democratic Republic of the Congo into Angola: money changes from the Franc to the Kwanza (AOA); sockets are Euro; the dialling code becomes +244; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648804 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648805.
Airports at each end
Leaving Kolwezi
Kolwezi is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Kolwezi Airport (KWZ), 7 km (4 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 5,741 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
Arriving in Lobito
Lobito is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Catumbela Airport (CBT), 14 km (9 mi) from the centre, whose 12,139-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Catumbela Airport (regional) | CBT | 14 km (9 mi) | 12,139 ft | 23 ft |
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Staying in Lobito
Our booking partner lists 5 places to stay in Lobito. Of the 5 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (5).
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Common questions
How far is Lobito from Kolwezi?
1,313 km (816 mi) in a straight line, west of Kolwezi.
How long does it take to get from Kolwezi to Lobito by air?
About 2 h 26 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kolwezi and Lobito?
Lobito is 1 h behind at the moment (Africa/Luanda against Africa/Lubumbashi).
Which airports are used for Kolwezi to Lobito flights?
Typically Kolwezi Airport (KWZ) to Catumbela Airport (CBT).
What currency do I need in Lobito?
The Kwanza (AOA).
Where can I stay in Lobito?
Our booking partner lists 5 places to stay in Lobito, 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.