Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM): what you need to know
Lubumbashi is two hours ahead of London and observes the UTC+2 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your LHR to FBM flight.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
Break up your flight or explore another city along the way with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Lubumbashi International Airport. Many passengers pass through Jomo Kenyatta International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM)
₹ 63,709 is currently the lowest price for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Lubumbashi International Airport flight. Return flights start from ₹ 109,426. These fares can change based on availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from LHR to FBM, book early. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Lubumbashi International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across every month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Of all flights leaving London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To reach London Heathrow Airport from central London, it takes around 55 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 31 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Booked an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Lubumbashi International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near LHR:
Arriving at Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM)
Consider a stay at Park Hôtel after arriving from your London Heathrow Airport to Lubumbashi International Airport flight. It's only a short drive from FBM and a great option if you'd like to relax as soon as possible.
Getting from Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM) to central Lubumbashi
From Lubumbashi International Airport, Lubumbashi is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Lubumbashi International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Lubumbashi. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in February.
When reserving your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Lubumbashi International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. October is the warmest month in Lubumbashi, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC to 34ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from LHR to FBM in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 10ºC and 28ºC on average.
Explore more of DR Congo
Lubumbashi has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of DR Congo you'll want to see. About 241 kilometres north-west of Lubumbashi, a visit to Kolwezi will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Rond-point de L'indépendance, Ville de lualaba and Jules Numbi.