Mbuji Mayi Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 11h 59m 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 Mbuji Mayi Airport
Mbuji Mayi international Airport is an airport serving Mbuji Mayi, the capital of the Kasai-Oriental Province in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
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Mbuji Mayi 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 / 34 | 6,558 ft / 1,999 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/G | RDO | 890.300 MHz |
| APP | APP | 124.100 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.300 MHz |
Navaids(1)
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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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% | 4,337 ft | |
| Feb | 11% | 4,518 ft | |
| Mar | 29% | 4,456 ft | |
| Apr | 37% | 4,399 ft | |
| May | 35% | 4,456 ft | |
| Jun | 17% | 4,341 ft | |
| Jul | 10% | 4,300 ft | |
| Aug | 21% | 4,152 ft | |
| Sep | 35% | 4,300 ft | |
| Oct | 36% | 4,300 ft | |
| Nov | 41% | 4,300 ft | |
| Dec | 18% | 4,317 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~4,152–4,518 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Mbuji Mayi Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Mbuji Mayi Airport?
The ICAO code for Mbuji Mayi Airport is FZWA, and its IATA code is MJM.
Where is Mbuji Mayi Airport located?
Mbuji Mayi Airport is medium airport located in Mbuji Mayi, Democratic Republic of the Congo, at an elevation of 2,221 ft (677 m).
How many runways does Mbuji Mayi Airport have?
Mbuji Mayi Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 6,558 ft / 1,999 m.
Which airlines fly to Mbuji Mayi Airport?
Airlines historically serving Mbuji Mayi Airport include Baikotovitchestrian Airlines (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Mbuji Mayi Airport?
Historical data lists 2 nonstop destinations from Mbuji Mayi Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Mbuji Mayi Airport in?
Mbuji Mayi Airport is in the Africa/Lubumbashi time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Mbuji Mayi Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Mbuji Mayi Airport is approximately 0°, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Mbuji Mayi Airport?
The nearest airport to Mbuji Mayi Airport is Bibanga Airport (FZWB), about 23.9 nm to the ese, followed by Mutoto Airport and Munkamba Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Mbuji Mayi Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.