Kolwezi Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 11h 52m 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
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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)
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% | 7,779 ft | |
| Feb | 11% | 7,959 ft | |
| Mar | 29% | 7,897 ft | |
| Apr | 37% | 7,840 ft | |
| May | 35% | 7,897 ft | |
| Jun | 17% | 7,783 ft | |
| Jul | 10% | 7,742 ft | |
| Aug | 21% | 7,593 ft | |
| Sep | 35% | 7,742 ft | |
| Oct | 36% | 7,742 ft | |
| Nov | 41% | 7,742 ft | |
| Dec | 18% | 7,759 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~7,593–7,959 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
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.