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FIH → FBM
Which side of the plane to sit from Ndjili International Airport (Kinshasa) to Lubumbashi International Airport (Lubumashi)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the dramatic landscape transition from the dense rainforests of the Congo Basin to the high-altitude plateaus and massive open-pit mines of the Katanga region.
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Kwango River Meanders
Striking views of the Kwango and Kwilu rivers winding through the southern savanna and forest mosaic.
Katanga Plateau
The visible elevation rise as the terrain shifts from the low-lying basin to the rugged southern highlands.
Copperbelt Open Pits
Massive, colorful open-pit mines near Likasi and Kolwezi, showcasing the scale of the region's mineral wealth.
Industrial Hubs
Concentrated industrial infrastructure and rail lines connecting the mining centers as you approach Lubumbashi.
Lubumbashi Suburbs
Low-level views of the 'Copper Capital' during the final descent into Luano International Airport.
The final 30 minutes of the flight are the most scenic on this side. Keep your camera ready as you pass over the mining districts, where the earth displays vibrant reds and ochres due to mineral deposits. Afternoon flights provide excellent lighting for the industrial landscapes.
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Kinshasa Urban Sprawl
Aerial view of the massive metropolitan area of Kinshasa and the nearby Malebo Pool immediately after takeoff.
Congo River Tributaries
Intricate networks of rivers like the Sankuru snaking through the deep green canopy of the central basin.
Lomami Forest Edge
The dense, unbroken primary rainforest that characterizes the heart of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Upemba Depression
In the distance, the marshes and lakes of the Upemba National Park, a critical biodiversity hotspot.
Sit toward the front of the aircraft to ensure an unobstructed view of the river systems. Opt for morning flights to avoid the thick haze and cumulus clouds that typically form by mid-afternoon over the tropical basin.
Get eSIMs for Congo (Kinshasa)
Get eSIMs for Congo (Kinshasa)Distance: 1,553 km (965 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 4 min
Departure: FIH (-4.38575, 15.4446)
Arrival: FBM (-11.5913000107, 27.5308990479)
Route Type: Domestic
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