Kolwezi Airport
Daylight today(Jul 15, 2026, local time)
About 11h 33m 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 Kolwezi Airport
Kolwezi International Airport is an airport serving Kolwezi, the capital of Lualaba District in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The airport is 6 kilometres (3.7 mi) south of Kolwezi.
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Kolwezi Airport has no reporting station; showing the nearest: FZIC.
Live weather
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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.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 / 29 | 5,741 ft / 1,750 m | 98 ft | Asp | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (1)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/G | A/G VOICE RDO | 118.700 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Kolwezi Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Kolwezi Airport?
The ICAO code for Kolwezi Airport is FZQM, and its IATA code is KWZ.
Where is Kolwezi Airport located?
Kolwezi Airport is medium airport located in Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of the Congo, at an elevation of 5,007 ft (1,526 m).
How many runways does Kolwezi Airport have?
Kolwezi Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 5,741 ft / 1,750 m.
What time zone is Kolwezi Airport in?
Kolwezi Airport is in the Africa/Lubumbashi time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Kolwezi Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Kolwezi Airport is approximately 2.2° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Kolwezi Airport?
The nearest airport to Kolwezi Airport is Fungurume Airport (FZQF), about 50.4 nm to the ene, followed by Lubudi Airport and Mutshatsha Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Kolwezi Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.