Kalemie Airport
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About Kalemie Airport
Kalemie Airport is an airport serving Kalemie in Tanganyika Province and on Lake Tanganyika, in the southeastern Democratic Republic of the Congo.
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Kalemie Airport has no reporting station; showing the nearest: FZIC.
Live weather
FZICNOTAMs
FZICReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06 / 24 | 5,741 ft / 1,750 m | 98 ft | Asp | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (1)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| TWR | TWR | 118.100 MHz |
Navaids(2)
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 18% of observations, averaging 6 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 7% | 4,767 ft | |
| Feb | 11% | 4,948 ft | |
| Mar | 29% | 4,886 ft | |
| Apr | 37% | 4,829 ft | |
| May | 35% | 4,886 ft | |
| Jun | 17% | 4,771 ft | |
| Jul | 10% | 4,730 ft | |
| Aug | 21% | 4,582 ft | |
| Sep | 35% | 4,730 ft | |
| Oct | 36% | 4,730 ft | |
| Nov | 41% | 4,730 ft | |
| Dec | 18% | 4,747 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~4,582–4,948 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Kalemie Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Kalemie Airport?
The ICAO code for Kalemie Airport is FZRF, and its IATA code is FMI.
Where is Kalemie Airport located?
Kalemie Airport is medium airport located in Kalemie, Democratic Republic of the Congo, at an elevation of 2,569 ft (783 m).
How many runways does Kalemie Airport have?
Kalemie Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 5,741 ft / 1,750 m.
What time zone is Kalemie Airport in?
Kalemie Airport is in the Africa/Lubumbashi time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Kalemie Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Kalemie Airport is approximately 0.1° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Kalemie Airport?
The nearest airport to Kalemie Airport is Mahale Airstrip (HTML), about 32 nm to the ese, followed by Kapalagulu Airport and Kigoma Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Kalemie Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.