Mbandaka Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 12h 7m 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 Mbandaka Airport
Mbandaka Airport is an airport serving the Congo River port of Mbandaka, capital city of the Équateur District in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The runway is on the southeast side of the city.
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Mbandaka Airport has no reporting station; showing the nearest: FZAA.
Live weather
FZAANOTAMs
FZAAReference 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 | 7,223 ft / 2,202 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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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: W (from about 270°), on 27% of observations, averaging 7 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 7% | 2,641 ft | |
| Feb | 11% | 2,703 ft | |
| Mar | 13% | 2,760 ft | |
| Apr | 12% | 2,723 ft | |
| May | 4% | 2,703 ft | |
| Jun | 0% | 2,411 ft | |
| Jul | 0% | 2,255 ft | |
| Aug | 1% | 2,337 ft | |
| Sep | 5% | 2,604 ft | |
| Oct | 14% | 2,641 ft | |
| Nov | 20% | 2,584 ft | |
| Dec | 11% | 2,604 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~2,255–2,760 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Mbandaka Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Mbandaka Airport?
The ICAO code for Mbandaka Airport is FZEA, and its IATA code is MDK.
Where is Mbandaka Airport located?
Mbandaka Airport is medium airport located in Mbandaka, Democratic Republic of the Congo, at an elevation of 1,040 ft (317 m).
How many runways does Mbandaka Airport have?
Mbandaka Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 7,223 ft / 2,202 m.
Which airlines fly to Mbandaka Airport?
Airlines historically serving Mbandaka Airport include Baikotovitchestrian Airlines (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Mbandaka Airport?
Historical data lists 2 nonstop destinations from Mbandaka Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Mbandaka Airport in?
Mbandaka Airport is in the Africa/Kinshasa time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Mbandaka Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Mbandaka Airport is approximately 1° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Mbandaka Airport?
The nearest airport to Mbandaka Airport is Ingende Airport (FZEI), about 44.2 nm to the ese, followed by Irebu Airport and Boteka Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Mbandaka Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.