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Basongo Airport (BAN)

Basongo, Democratic Republic of the Congo · small airport · -4.316° 20.415° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeBAN
ICAO CodeFZVR
Typesmall airport
NameBasongo Airport
MunicipalityBasongo
CountryDemocratic Republic of the Congo
ContinentAF
Latitude-4.316° S
Longitude20.415° E
Elevation1640 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score50
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryDemocratic Republic of the Congo
ISO Code
RegionBasongo
Continent CodeAF
IANA TimezoneAfrica/Kinshasa
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC+1
DST Offset
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🌬 Best Time to Fly

Recommended: November – February
Cooler dry season across Africa
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Dry: Nov–FebWet: Mar–Oct

✈ Airlines Serving BAN

ET — Ethiopian AirlinesMS — EgyptAirSA — South African AirwaysKQ — Kenya Airways

🌡 Climate — Tropical (4.3°S)

Jan
30°
22°
Feb
30°
22°
Mar
31°
22°
Apr
31°
23°
May
31°
23°
Jun
31°
23°
Jul
30°
22°
Aug
30°
22°
Sep
30°
22°
Oct
30°
22°
Nov
30°
22°
Dec
30°
22°
* Approximate average temperatures by month based on tropical latitude zone

✨ AI-Enhanced Insights

Basongo Airport (BAN/FZVR) is a small airstrip serving Basongo, a community in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It provides basic air access to this remote area, typically handling light aircraft, charters, and occasional cargo rather than large scheduled services. Its simple facilities and location make it a practical link for local travel and supply transport.

💡 Local Tip
Frequent visitors recommend confirming the airstrip condition and road access with local operators before departure, especially after heavy rain, and scheduling flights for the morning when conditions are often more stable.
🚖 Getting There

Basongo Airport is located near Basongo town, and onward transport is usually by local taxi, motorcycle taxi, or private vehicle arranged in advance. There is no significant public transit at the airport, so confirm your pickup before arrival. In the rainy season, allow extra time because unpaved roads can become difficult.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are the airport codes for Basongo Airport?
A: Basongo Airport has the IATA code BAN and the ICAO code FZVR.

Q: Where is Basongo Airport located?
A: It is located at Basongo in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, at approximately -4.316, 20.415.

Q: What type of airport is Basongo Airport?
A: It is a small airport serving the local community, with basic facilities and likely limited or irregular flight operations.

Q: Are there scheduled passenger flights?
A: Scheduled commercial service is limited or unavailable; most flights are charter, cargo, or private. Confirm with local operators before travel.
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