DXB
Dubai
United Arab Emirates
5,087 km
3,161 miles
FBM
Lubumbashi
DR Congo
Distance
5,087 km
3,161 mi / 2,747 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Asia/Dubai
Heading
220°
southwest

Airport Comparison

DXB FBM
Airport Name Dubai International Airport Lubumbashi International Airport
IATA Code DXB FBM
ICAO Code OMDB FZQA
City Dubai Lubumbashi
Country United Arab Emirates DR Congo
Timezone Asia/Dubai Africa/Lubumbashi
Elevation 34 ft 4,295 ft
Coordinates 25.250000, 55.360000 -11.590000, 27.530000

Dubai (DXB) to Lubumbashi (FBM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Dubai International Airport (DXB) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM) in Lubumbashi, DR Congo is 5,087 kilometers (3,161 miles / 2,747 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying southwest at a heading of 220°.

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 United Arab Emirates with DR Congo. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 01:47 in Dubai, it's 23:47 in Lubumbashi.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,261 feet between the two airports. Lubumbashi International Airport sits higher than Dubai International Airport.

The return flight from Lubumbashi (FBM) to Dubai (DXB) follows a heading of 36° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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