Luanshya to Kolwezi flights
Kolwezi lies 419 km (260 mi) north-west of Luanshya, 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.
| Luanshya | Kolwezi | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Zambia | Democratic Republic of the Congo |
| Population | 193,293 | 790,248 |
| Elevation | 1,238 m (4,062 ft) | 1,485 m (4,872 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Lusaka) | UTC+2 (Africa/Lubumbashi) |
| Nearest large airport | NLA, 22 km out | KWZ, 7 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Kolwezi
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 Luanshya
Luanshya is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport (NLA), 22 km (14 mi) from the centre, whose 11,483-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in 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.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kolwezi Airport (regional) | KWZ | 7 km (4 mi) | 5,741 ft | 5,007 ft |
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Staying in Kolwezi
Our booking partner lists 5 places to stay in Kolwezi. Of the 3 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (2).
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Common questions
How far is Kolwezi from Luanshya?
419 km (260 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Luanshya.
How long does it take to get from Luanshya to Kolwezi 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 Luanshya and Kolwezi?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Luanshya to Kolwezi flights?
Typically Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport (NLA) to Kolwezi Airport (KWZ).
What currency do I need in Kolwezi?
The Franc (CDF).
Where can I stay in Kolwezi?
Our booking partner lists 5 places to stay in Kolwezi, 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.