Addis Ababa to Lubumbashi (ADD–FBM) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
ADD–FBM is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Ethiopian Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,618 miles in approximately 3h 50m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ET Ethiopian Airlines | 18 | 359, 73W, 789 | 3h50-4h05 | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
ADD: EAT · FBM: CAT
When it's 6:00 PM in Addis Ababa, it's 5:00 PM in Lubumbashi.
Ethiopian passport holders need a visa to enter the Democratic Republic of Congo. Apply at the DRC embassy in Addis Ababa. The single-entry tourist visa costs around USD 100 and is valid for up to 30 days. Bring two passport photos, a completed application form, proof of accommodation, a yellow fever vaccination certificate, and your flight itinerary. Processing takes 5 to 10 business days.
Your passport must have at least 6 months of validity and 3 blank pages. Yellow fever vaccination is strictly enforced. Immigration officers at N'djili Airport in Kinshasa and Lubumbashi Airport will ask for the ICVP before stamping you in.
There is no reliable eVisa system for the DRC. Some travelers report visa on arrival being available at Kinshasa airport, but this is inconsistent and depends on the officer. Do not rely on it. Get your visa at the embassy before departure to avoid problems at the gate or on arrival.
ADD–FBM Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from ADD to FBM
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) and Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM) are connected by nonstop service from Ethiopian Airlines. With 18 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
ADD to FBM Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from ADD to FBM is about 3 hours 50 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,618 miles (2,605 km). There are approximately 18 weekly flights outbound and 17 return, totaling 35 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Ndjili, O.R. Tambo and Jomo Kenyatta. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.