Kindu Airport
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About Kindu Airport
Kindu Airport is an airport serving the Lualaba River port of Kindu, Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Kindu 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 / 36 | 7,218 ft / 2,200 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (1)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| TWR | TWR | 118.100 MHz |
Navaids(3)
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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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 18% of observations, averaging 6 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 7% | 3,607 ft | |
| Feb | 11% | 3,788 ft | |
| Mar | 29% | 3,726 ft | |
| Apr | 37% | 3,669 ft | |
| May | 35% | 3,726 ft | |
| Jun | 17% | 3,611 ft | |
| Jul | 10% | 3,570 ft | |
| Aug | 21% | 3,422 ft | |
| Sep | 35% | 3,570 ft | |
| Oct | 36% | 3,570 ft | |
| Nov | 41% | 3,570 ft | |
| Dec | 18% | 3,587 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~3,422–3,788 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Kindu Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Kindu Airport?
The ICAO code for Kindu Airport is FZOA, and its IATA code is KND.
Where is Kindu Airport located?
Kindu Airport is medium airport located in Kindu, Democratic Republic of the Congo, at an elevation of 1,630 ft (497 m).
How many runways does Kindu Airport have?
Kindu Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 7,218 ft / 2,200 m.
Which airlines fly to Kindu Airport?
Airlines historically serving Kindu Airport include Baikotovitchestrian Airlines (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Kindu Airport?
Historical data lists 2 nonstop destinations from Kindu Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Kindu Airport in?
Kindu Airport is in the Africa/Lubumbashi time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Kindu Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Kindu Airport is approximately 1.1° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Kindu Airport?
The nearest airport to Kindu Airport is Kailo Airport (FZOO), about 20.4 nm to the nne, followed by Kamisuku Airport and Kinkungwa Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Kindu Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.