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Kalemie Airport (FMI)

Kalemie, Democratic Republic of the Congo · medium airport · -5.876° 29.250° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeFMI
ICAO CodeFZRF
Typemedium airport
NameKalemie Airport
MunicipalityKalemie
CountryDemocratic Republic of the Congo
ContinentAF
Latitude-5.876° S
Longitude29.250° E
Elevation2569 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score750
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryDemocratic Republic of the Congo
ISO Code
RegionKalemie
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 FMI

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

🌡 Climate — Tropical (5.9°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

Kalemie Airport (FMI/FZRF) serves Kalemie, a port city on the western shore of Lake Tanganyika in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It is a medium-sized domestic airport that connects Tanganyika Province with major DRC cities through scheduled and charter flights. Its lakeside location near the former colonial town of Albertville makes it an important regional transport hub.

💡 Local Tip
Reconfirm your flight and airport transfer the day before departure—schedules at Kalemie can change at short notice, and morning departures are often more reliable than afternoon ones.
🚖 Getting There

Taxis and motorcycle taxis are the main way to reach central Kalemie; there is no reliable public bus service from the terminal. Agree on the fare in advance and carry small denominations in Congolese francs or US dollars. If possible, arrange a pickup through your hotel or airline, especially for early or late flights.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What airlines serve Kalemie Airport?
A: Service is mainly by Congolese domestic carriers and charter operators; routes and schedules change frequently, so check with your airline or a local travel agent before flying.

Q: How far is Kalemie Airport from the city center?
A: The airport is close to Kalemie, typically a short drive of about 10–15 minutes depending on traffic and road conditions.

Q: How do I get to and from the airport?
A: Taxis and motorcycle taxis are the usual options; agree on the fare before departure and consider arranging a hotel pickup for reliability.

Q: What facilities are available at the airport?
A: Expect basic terminal services, including check-in and baggage handling; food, drink, and ATM options are limited, so bring essentials and cash.

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