BRU
Brussels
Belgium
7,298 km
4,535 miles
FBM
Lubumbashi
DR Congo
Distance
7,298 km
4,535 mi / 3,941 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/Brussels
Heading
155°
south southeast

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BRU FBM
Airport Name Brussels Airport Lubumbashi International Airport
IATA Code BRU FBM
ICAO Code EBBR FZQA
City Brussels Lubumbashi
Country Belgium DR Congo
Timezone Europe/Brussels Africa/Lubumbashi
Elevation 184 ft 4,295 ft
Coordinates 50.900000, 4.480000 -11.590000, 27.530000

Brussels (BRU) to Lubumbashi (FBM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Brussels Airport (BRU) in Brussels, Belgium to Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM) in Lubumbashi, DR Congo is 7,298 kilometers (4,535 miles / 3,941 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying south southeast at a heading of 155°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Belgium with DR Congo. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 11:46 in Brussels, it's 12:46 in Lubumbashi.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,111 feet between the two airports. Lubumbashi International Airport sits higher than Brussels Airport.

The return flight from Lubumbashi (FBM) to Brussels (BRU) follows a heading of 344° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Brussels Airport (BRU) and Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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