Pointe-Noire to Boma flights
Boma lies 178 km (111 mi) south-east of Pointe-Noire, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 59 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.
| Pointe-Noire | Boma | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Republic of the Congo | Democratic Republic of the Congo |
| Population | 1 million | 297,009 |
| Elevation | 12 m (39 ft) | 11 m (36 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Brazzaville) | UTC+1 (Africa/Kinshasa) |
| Nearest large airport | PNR, 5 km out | SZA, 82 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Boma
Crossing from Republic of the Congo into Democratic Republic of the Congo: money changes from the Franc to the Franc (CDF); 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 Pointe-Noire
Pointe-Noire is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Antonio Agostinho-Neto International Airport (PNR), 5 km (3 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 8,530 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Cabinda Airport (CAB, 98 km).
Arriving in Boma
Boma is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Soyo Airport (SZA), 82 km (51 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 5,905 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Cabinda Airport (CAB, 100 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Soyo Airport (regional) | SZA | 82 km (51 mi) | 5,905 ft | 15 ft |
| Cabinda Airport (regional) | CAB | 100 km (62 mi) | 8,202 ft | 66 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Boma from Pointe-Noire?
178 km (111 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Pointe-Noire.
How long does it take to get from Pointe-Noire to Boma by air?
About 59 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Pointe-Noire and Boma?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Pointe-Noire to Boma flights?
Typically Antonio Agostinho-Neto International Airport (PNR) to Soyo Airport (SZA); Boma also has CAB.
What currency do I need in Boma?
The Franc (CDF).
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.