What is the cheapest way to get from Kinshasa to Lubumbashi?

The cheapest way to get from Kinshasa to Lubumbashi is to fly which costs $280 - $320 and takes 2h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kinshasa to Lubumbashi?

The fastest way to get from Kinshasa to Lubumbashi is to fly which takes 2h 43m and costs $280 - $320.

Is there a direct bus between Kinshasa and Lubumbashi?

No, there is no direct bus from Kinshasa to Lubumbashi. However, there are services departing from Kinshasa and arriving at Lubumbashi via Gamek Terminal, Windhoek, Katima Mulilo and Intercity Bus Terminus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 21h.

How far is it from Kinshasa to Lubumbashi?

The distance between Kinshasa and Lubumbashi is 1583 km. The road distance is 2197.5 km.

How do I travel from Kinshasa to Lubumbashi without a car?

The best way to get from Kinshasa to Lubumbashi without a car is to bus which takes 2 days 21h and costs .

How long does it take to get from Kinshasa to Lubumbashi?

It takes approximately 2h 43m to get from Kinshasa to Lubumbashi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kinshasa to Lubumbashi bus from?

Kinshasa to Lubumbashi bus services, operated by Macon, depart from Kinshasa station.

Bus or fly from Kinshasa to Lubumbashi?

The best way to get from Kinshasa to Lubumbashi is to fly which takes 2h 43m and costs $280 - $320. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2 days 21h.

Where does the Kinshasa to Lubumbashi bus arrive?

Kinshasa to Lubumbashi bus services, operated by Macon, arrive at Luanda station.

What is the time difference between Kinshasa and Lubumbashi?

Lubumbashi is 1h ahead of Kinshasa. It is currently 11:38 PM in Kinshasa and 12:38 AM in Lubumbashi.

Can I drive from Kinshasa to Lubumbashi?

Yes, the driving distance between Kinshasa to Lubumbashi is 2198 km. It takes approximately 38h 56m to drive from Kinshasa to Lubumbashi.

Where can I stay near Lubumbashi?

There are 29+ hotels available in Lubumbashi.

Kinshasa to Lubumbashi - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Kinshasa to Lubumbashi by plane, bus, or car

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Fly
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1. Fly from Kinshasa International Airport (FIH) to Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM)plane FIH - FBM
2h 43m
$288–318
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kinshasa to Luandabus
2. Take the bus from Gamek Terminal to Windhoekbus
3. Take the bus from Windhoek to Katima Mulilobus
4. Take the bus from Katima Mulilo to Lusakabus
5. Take the bus from Intercity Bus Terminus to Lubumbashibus
2d 21h
Drive 2,197.5 km
1. Drive from Kinshasa to Lubumbashicar 2,197.5 km
38h 56m
Bus via Windhoek
1. Take the bus from Kinshasa to Luandabus
2. Take the bus from Gamek Terminal to Windhoekbus
3. Take the bus from Soweto Market to Katima Mulilobus
4. Take the bus from Katima Mulilo to Lusakabus
5. Take the bus from Intercity Bus Terminus to Lubumbashibus
3d 13h

Kinshasa International Airport (FIH) to Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM) flights

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2h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,583 km
Duration: 2h 43m

What companies run services between Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo and Lubumbashi, Democratic Republic of the Congo?

Ethiopian Airlines and Caa Congo fly from Kinshasa International Airport (FIH) to Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kinshasa to Lubumbashi via Luanda, Gamek Terminal, Windhoek, Windhoek, Katima Mulilo, and Intercity Bus Terminus in around 2d 21h.

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