IATA CodeKWZ
ICAO CodeFZQM
CountryDemocratic Republic of the Congo Democratic Republic of the Congo
Aerial view of Kolwezi Airport (KWZ) in Kolwezi

Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of the Congo

Location

UTC

Timezone

-10.7659 S, 25.5057 E

Coordinates

5,007 ft (1,526 m)

Elevation

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What is Kolwezi Airport?

Kolwezi Airport (KWZ/FZQM) is Medium Airport serving Kolwezi in Democratic Republic of the Congo. Located at coordinates 10.7659 S, 25.5057 E, the airport sits at an elevation of 5,007 feet (1,526 meters) above sea level. Operating in the UTC timezone, the airport offers scheduled commercial flights to various destinations.

Current Weather

16°C
Clear
Clear

Feels Like 11°C

Humidity60%
Wind4 km/h
Visibility10 km

Local Time

22:15:20

Wednesday, June 3, 2026

Timezone Information

Local Timezone
UTC
Region: Democratic Republic of the Congo
Continent: Africa
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Where is Kolwezi Airport on Map?

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Geographic Information

HemisphereSouthern Hemisphere
ContinentAfrica
CountryDemocratic Republic of the Congo Democratic Republic of the Congo (CD)
CityKolwezi
Latitude-10.7659
Longitude25.505699
Coordinates10.7659° S, 25.505699° E
Elevation5,007 ft (1,526 m)
GPS CodeFZQM
Region CodeCD-LU

Location Map

Map of Kolwezi Airport

Runways at Kolwezi Airport

Kolwezi Airport has 2 runway(s). Below you can find detailed information about each runway including dimensions and surface type.

11/29
Primary
Length
1,750 m5,741 ft
Width
30 m98 ft
Surface
Asphalt
11/29
Runway 2
Length
1,750 m5,741 ft
Width
30 m98 ft
Surface
Asphalt

Radio Frequencies at Kolwezi Airport

Communication frequencies for pilots and aviation personnel at Kolwezi Airport. These frequencies are used for air traffic control, ground operations, and airport information services.

TypeFrequencyDescription
A/G118.700 MHzA/G VOICE RDO

About Kolwezi Airport

Kolwezi International Airport is an airport serving Kolwezi, the capital of Lualaba District in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The airport is 6 kilometres (3.7 mi) south of Kolwezi.

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Airport Analysis for Kolwezi Airport

Category
Medium airport
Airport classification type
Altitude
High
5,007 ft (1,526 m)
Service Status
Scheduled Flights Available
Regular scheduled flights operate at this airport
Direction Compass
SouthEast
Hemisphere position
Continent
Africa
Geographic region
Coordinate Position
Southern Hemisphere, Eastern Meridian
Geographic coordinate information

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LualabaLU
34 km9 airports
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227 km14 airports
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347 km10 airports
LomamiLO
525 km7 airports
TanganyikaTA
566 km11 airports
Kasaï OrientalKE
568 km3 airports
Kasaï CentralKC
615 km14 airports
KasaïKS
826 km17 airports
ManiemaMA
857 km15 airports
SankuruSA
912 km13 airports
Sud-KivuSK
916 km10 airports
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987 km17 airports
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Frequently Asked Questions

The IATA code for Kolwezi Airport is KWZ. The ICAO code is FZQM. These codes are used by airlines, travel agencies, and passengers to identify the airport in booking systems.
Where is Kolwezi Airport located?
Kolwezi Airport is located in Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of the Congo. The airport's coordinates are -10.7659 S, 25.5057 E.
What is the timezone at Kolwezi Airport?
Kolwezi Airport operates in the UTC timezone.
What is the elevation of Kolwezi Airport?
Kolwezi Airport is located at an elevation of 5,007 feet (1,526 meters) above sea level.