Travelling from Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM) to Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport (NLA): what you need to know
Ndola's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Lubumbashi.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your FBM to NLA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Jetting into Ndola (and then discovering more of Zambia!) is a cinch with Kenya Airways. This popular airline has direct flights from Lubumbashi International Airport to Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Kenya Airways.
Among carriers operating FBM to NLA flights, Kenya Airways leads the way for on-time arrivals.
If you want to tour another city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Lubumbashi International Airport to Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is a popular stop between FBM and NLA.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM) to Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport (NLA)
R 4,728 is the best price for a one-way Lubumbashi International Airport to Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 12,382. These prices may change depending on availability.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from FBM to NLA, book early. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Lubumbashi International Airport to Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across each month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM)
63.04% of flights that leave from Lubumbashi International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Central Lubumbashi to Lubumbashi International Airport is around 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Need a place to stay before your flight from Lubumbashi International Airport to Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport? Consider Park Hôtel. Get a good night's sleep here before heading to FBM.
Arriving at Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport (NLA)
If you're landing on a late Lubumbashi International Airport to Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near NLA:
Venture beyond Ndola and check out places that don't always get the spotlight with your own wheels. You can pick up a Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport rental car from Europcar.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport around one week ahead.
Getting from Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport (NLA) to central Ndola
Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport is roughly 3 kilometres from the centre of Ndola. The drive time takes about 5 minutes.
When to fly to Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport (NLA)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Lubumbashi International Airport to Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport. April is the busiest month to visit Ndola. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Lubumbashi International Airport to Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport for October if you want to explore Ndola during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Search for cheap tickets from FBM to NLA sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Zambia
Ndola has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Zambia just waiting to be discovered. Around 274 kilometres south of Ndola, a trip to Lusaka will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Freedom Statue, Chilenje House and Mwamfushi Safari Lodge - Booking Office.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in Zambia, head for Kitwe, roughly 56 kilometres west of Ndola. United Church Of Zambia mukuba congregation, Seventh Day Adventist Church and Sunset Gardens Kitwe (Ndola/Kitwe Rd) are key reasons to visit.