Private charter between Lubumashi and Kinshasa starts at US$23,000 aboard a midsize jet.
Private jet charter from Lubumashi (FBM) to Kinshasa (FIH), and from Kinshasa (FIH) back to Lubumashi (FBM).
Lubumashi and Kinshasa lie approximately 1,553 km apart (965 mi / 838 nm) on a direct routing.
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Expect US$23,000 – US$63,500 for a one-way charter between Lubumashi and Kinshasa, depending on the aircraft — a midsize jet sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
A stand-up cabin and more baggage room for medium-haul comfort. It seats 7-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
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. | 2h 20m | 2h 06m – 2h 34m | US$33,000 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 2h 11m | 1h 58m – 2h 24m | US$45,500 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 2h 20m | US$33,000 – US$46,000 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 2h 19m | US$36,500 – US$50,500 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 2h 14m | US$39,500 – US$55,000 | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 2h 11m | US$45,500 – US$63,500 | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 2h 11m | US$50,000 – US$70,000 | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 2h 14m | US$54,500 – US$76,000 | 9-12 |
Same aircraft, same route — return pricing is symmetric; flight times can vary about ±10% with wind direction.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
Guide prices reflect the key cost drivers on this sector — distance, fuel costs at both ends, and airport fees at both ends. Every quote is checked against live availability before we confirm it.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Lubumashi, Democratic Republic of the Congo: Lubumbashi International Airport.
Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo: Ndjili International Airport, Ndolo Airport and Maya-Maya International Airport.
| Lubumbashi International Airport | Ndjili International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | FZQA / FBM | FZAA / FIH |
| Longest hard runway | 10,623 ft | 13,123 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Concrete |
| Field elevation | 4,295 ft | 1,027 ft |
All 16 aircraft we quote for Lubumashi to Kinshasa can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Lubumbashi International Airport has 10,623 ft and Ndjili International Airport 13,123 ft, both comfortably beyond the 6,000 ft the largest types here need, so field length is not what decides the aircraft on this route — cabin size and range are. At 1,553 km it is close to the limit for the shortest-legged aircraft here, the Embraer Phenom 100EV at 2,180 km.
Alternates within range: Ndolo Airport (5,526 ft, 15 km) · Maya-Maya International Airport (10,827 ft, 26 km)
Our team responds to Lubumashi–Kinshasa quote requests within the hour during business hours, with real aircraft options.
You set the departure time. The aircraft waits for you, not the other way around.
Commercial adds hours in terminals. Private charter cuts the Lubumashi–Kinshasa trip to about 2h 20m gate to gate.
More airport choice means fewer ground miles. We match the airfield to your final address, not the nearest hub.
The Lubumashi to Kinshasa route is a popular domestic private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
Budget US$23,000 – US$63,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a midsize jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
About 2h 20m gate to gate over 1,553 km (965 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
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 Lubumashi–Kinshasa 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.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
