Lubumbashi to Kabwe flights
Kabwe lies 327 km (203 mi) south of Lubumbashi, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 10 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.
| Lubumbashi | Kabwe | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Democratic Republic of the Congo | Zambia |
| Population | 2.2 million | 288,598 |
| Elevation | 1,260 m (4,134 ft) | 1,191 m (3,907 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Lubumbashi) | UTC+2 (Africa/Lusaka) |
| Nearest large airport | FBM, 10 km out | LUN, 98 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Kabwe
Crossing from Democratic Republic of the Congo into Zambia: money changes from the Franc to the Kwacha (ZMW); traffic switches to the left; sockets are AC power s and sockets: British and related types, BS 1363, Euro; the dialling code becomes +260; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648868.
Airports at each end
Leaving Lubumbashi
Lubumbashi is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM), 10 km (6 mi) from the centre, whose 10,623-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Kabwe
Kabwe is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN), 98 km (61 mi) from the centre, whose 12,998-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kenneth Kaunda International Airport | LUN | 98 km (61 mi) | 12,998 ft | 3,779 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Kabwe from Lubumbashi?
327 km (203 mi) in a straight line, south of Lubumbashi.
How long does it take to get from Lubumbashi to Kabwe by air?
About 1 h 10 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Lubumbashi and Kabwe?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Lubumbashi to Kabwe flights?
Typically Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM) to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN).
What currency do I need in Kabwe?
The Kwacha (ZMW).
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.