Bunia Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 12h 9m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Bunia Airport
Bunia Airport is an airport serving Bunia the capital of Ituri province, Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Bunia Airport has no reporting station; showing the nearest: FZNA.
Live weather
FZNANOTAMs
FZNAReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09 / 27▸ displaced | 8,202 ft / 2,500 m | 148 ft | Asp | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/G | A/G VOICE RDO | 118.100 MHz |
| RADAR | Kinshasa Control | 126.100 MHz |
| TWR | Bunia Tower | 119.700 MHz |
Navaids(2)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: S (from about 180°), on 31% of observations, averaging 8 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 7% | 5,626 ft | |
| Feb | 6% | 5,737 ft | |
| Mar | 28% | 5,745 ft | |
| Apr | 40% | 5,655 ft | |
| May | 32% | 5,707 ft | |
| Jun | 9% | 5,670 ft | |
| Jul | 4% | 5,626 ft | |
| Aug | 4% | 5,729 ft | |
| Sep | 15% | 5,692 ft | |
| Oct | 27% | 5,692 ft | |
| Nov | 33% | 5,655 ft | |
| Dec | 20% | 5,663 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~5,626–5,745 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Bunia Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Bunia Airport?
The ICAO code for Bunia Airport is FZKA, and its IATA code is BUX.
Where is Bunia Airport located?
Bunia Airport is medium airport located in Bunia, Democratic Republic of the Congo, at an elevation of 4,045 ft (1,233 m).
How many runways does Bunia Airport have?
Bunia Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 8,202 ft / 2,500 m.
Which airlines fly to Bunia Airport?
Airlines historically serving Bunia Airport include Baikotovitchestrian Airlines (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Bunia Airport?
Historical data lists 3 nonstop destinations from Bunia Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Bunia Airport in?
Bunia Airport is in the Africa/Lubumbashi time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Bunia Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Bunia Airport is approximately 2° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Bunia Airport?
The nearest airport to Bunia Airport is Nyankunde Airport (CD-0012), about 13.8 nm to the sw, followed by Kilomines Airport and Mongbwalu Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Bunia Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.