Luanda to Benguela flights
Benguela lies 416 km (259 mi) south of Luanda, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 17 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.
| Luanda | Benguela | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Angola | Angola |
| Population | 2.8 million | 555,124 |
| Elevation | 73 m (240 ft) | 30 m (98 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Luanda) | UTC+1 (Africa/Luanda) |
| Nearest large airport | LAD, 2 km out | CBT, 14 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Luanda
Luanda is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Quatro de Fevereiro International Airport (LAD), 2 km (1 mi) from the centre, whose 12,190-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Dr. Antonio Agostinho Neto International Airport (NBJ, 38 km).
Arriving in Benguela
Benguela 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 Benguela
Our booking partner lists 5 places to stay in Benguela. Of the 5 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (4). Guests have left 67 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Benguela from Luanda?
416 km (259 mi) in a straight line, south of Luanda.
How long does it take to get from Luanda to Benguela by air?
About 1 h 17 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Luanda and Benguela?
No, both are on Africa/Luanda at the moment.
Which airports are used for Luanda to Benguela flights?
Typically Quatro de Fevereiro International Airport (LAD) to Catumbela Airport (CBT).
Where can I stay in Benguela?
Our booking partner lists 5 places to stay in Benguela, 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 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.