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

The cheapest way to get from Lubumbashi to Kinshasa is to fly which costs $280 - $340 and takes 3h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lubumbashi to Kinshasa is to fly which takes 3h 3m and costs $280 - $340.

Is there a direct bus between Lubumbashi and Kinshasa?

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

How far is it from Lubumbashi to Kinshasa?

The distance between Lubumbashi and Kinshasa is 1583 km. The road distance is 2197.4 km.

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

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

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

It takes approximately 3h 3m to get from Lubumbashi to Kinshasa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lubumbashi to Kinshasa bus from?

Lubumbashi to Kinshasa bus services, operated by SR Classic Coach, depart from Lubumbashi station.

Bus or fly from Lubumbashi to Kinshasa?

The best way to get from Lubumbashi to Kinshasa is to fly which takes 3h 3m and costs $280 - $340. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2 days 21h.

Where does the Lubumbashi to Kinshasa bus arrive?

Lubumbashi to Kinshasa bus services, operated by SR Classic Coach, arrive at Intercity Bus Terminus station.

What is the time difference between Lubumbashi and Kinshasa?

Kinshasa is 1h behind Lubumbashi. It is currently 3:01 PM in Lubumbashi and 2:01 PM in Kinshasa.

Can I drive from Lubumbashi to Kinshasa?

Yes, the driving distance between Lubumbashi to Kinshasa is 2197 km. It takes approximately 38h 56m to drive from Lubumbashi to Kinshasa.

Where can I stay near Kinshasa?

There are 131+ hotels available in Kinshasa.

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

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

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Fly
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1. Fly from Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM) to Kinshasa International Airport (FIH)plane FBM - FIH
3h 3m
$284–332
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lubumbashi to Intercity Bus Terminusbus
2. Take the bus from Lusaka to Katima Mulilobus
3. Take the bus from Katima Mulilo to Windhoekbus
4. Take the bus from Windhoek to Gamek Terminalbus
5. Take the bus from Luanda to Kinshasabus
2d 21h
Drive 2,197.4 km
1. Drive from Lubumbashi to Kinshasacar 2,197.4 km
38h 56m
Bus via Windhoek
1. Take the bus from Lubumbashi to Intercity Bus Terminusbus
2. Take the bus from Lusaka to Katima Mulilobus
3. Take the bus from Katima Mulilo to Soweto Marketbus
4. Take the bus from Windhoek to Gamek Terminalbus
5. Take the bus from Luanda to Kinshasabus
3d 13h

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

18Weekly Planes

3h 16mAverage Duration

$245Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,582.9 km
Duration: 3h 3m

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

Ethiopian Airlines flies from Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM) to Kinshasa International Airport (FIH) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lubumbashi to Kinshasa via Lusaka, Katima Mulilo, Windhoek, Windhoek, Gamek Terminal, and Luanda in around 2d 21h.

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