Lubango to Benguela flights
Benguela lies 260 km (162 mi) north of Lubango, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 5 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.
| Lubango | Benguela | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Angola | Angola |
| Population | 600,751 | 555,124 |
| Elevation | 1,760 m (5,774 ft) | 30 m (98 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Luanda) | UTC+1 (Africa/Luanda) |
| Nearest large airport | SDD, 9 km out | CBT, 14 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Lubango
Lubango is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Lubango Mukanka International Airport (SDD), 9 km (6 mi) from the centre, whose 10,335-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
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 Lubango?
260 km (162 mi) in a straight line, north of Lubango.
How long does it take to get from Lubango to Benguela by air?
About 1 h 5 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Lubango and Benguela?
No, both are on Africa/Luanda at the moment.
Which airports are used for Lubango to Benguela flights?
Typically Lubango Mukanka International Airport (SDD) 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.