Charter Addis Ababa to Lubumashi privately from US$49,000, about 3h 39m gate to gate. Request your price in minutes.
We fly Addis Ababa (ADD) ⇄ Lubumashi (FBM) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
As the crow flies, Addis Ababa to Lubumashi is roughly 2,605 kilometres — 1,618 miles, or 1,406 nautical miles.
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Guide pricing for Addis Ababa–Lubumashi spans US$49,000 – US$128,000: from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the entry level to a super midsize jet (Challenger 350) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
A stand-up cabin and more baggage room for medium-haul comfort. 7-9 seats and 3,900 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
Intercontinental comfort with a full stand-up cabin and separate sleeping area. With seating for 9-12, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 3h 39m | 3h 17m – 4h 01m | US$49,000 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 3h 24m | 3h 04m – 3h 44m | US$67,500 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 3h 39m | US$49,000 – US$68,500 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 3h 37m | US$54,000 – US$70,000 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 3h 28m | US$59,000 – US$70,000 | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 3h 24m | US$67,500 – US$94,500 | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 3h 24m | US$74,000 – US$100,000 | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 3h 28m | US$81,000 – US$100,000 | 9-12 |
The return leg uses the same aircraft and guide pricing; timings may shift up to ±10% depending on winds.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
Every Addis Ababa–Lubumashi quote is built fresh: distance and wind factor, fuel costs across the regions you cross, landing and handling fees, and live aircraft positioning. The figure shown is a guide; we confirm a firm price against live availability. International routing adds overflight permits and customs clearance to the final figure.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia: Addis Ababa Bole International Airport and Harar Meda Airport.
Lubumashi, Democratic Republic of the Congo: Lubumbashi International Airport.
| Addis Ababa Bole International Airport | Lubumbashi International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | HAAB / ADD | FZQA / FBM |
| Longest hard runway | 12,467 ft | 10,623 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 7,630 ft | 4,295 ft |
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is at 7,630 ft, high enough to reduce performance on a warm day; your operator may limit payload on departure.
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 7,423 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,077 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 7,723 ft spare |
2,410 km 847 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 7,123 ft spare |
3,700 km 443 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 7,345 ft spare |
3,650 km 393 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 6,423 ft spare |
3,900 km 643 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 5,047 ft spare |
4,600 km 1,343 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 5,693 ft spare |
5,926 km 2,669 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 5,723 ft spare |
6,400 km 3,143 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 5,931 ft spare |
7,220 km 3,963 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 5,183 ft spare |
7,400 km 4,143 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 5,323 ft spare |
7,800 km 4,543 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 5,833 ft spare |
7,400 km 4,143 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 4,623 ft spare |
14,260 km 11,003 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 4,823 ft spare |
11,112 km 7,855 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 4,623 ft spare |
12,960 km 9,703 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 5,823 ft spare |
11,945 km 8,688 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Harar Meda Airport (5,940 ft, 37 km) · African Union Heliport
One of private aviation's quiet advantages: your pet sits with you throughout. No cargo, no separation.
Your aircraft is sourced from operators we have verified — licensing, insurance, maintenance history and crew ratings included.
We aim to have live options and a firm quote in your hands within 60 minutes of your request.
Airline schedules are fixed; yours doesn't have to be. Depart Addis Ababa–Lubumashi when the time is right.
The Addis Ababa to Lubumashi route is a popular international private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
As a guide, charter ranges US$49,000 – US$128,000 one-way — from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 3h 39m gate to gate across the 2,605 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
Midsize Jet, Super Midsize Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a midsize jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Addis Ababa–Lubumashi charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Absolutely — pets travel in the cabin with you on this route; just tell us the details when you ask for a quote.
Of course: Lubumashi to Addis Ababa runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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