Airport Comparison
| FBM | JED | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Lubumbashi International Airport | King Abdulaziz International Airport |
| IATA Code | FBM | JED |
| ICAO Code | FZQA | OEJN |
| City | Lubumbashi | Jeddah |
| Country | DR Congo | Saudi Arabia |
| Timezone | Africa/Lubumbashi | Asia/Riyadh |
| Elevation | 4,295 ft | 48 ft |
| Coordinates | -11.590000, 27.530000 | 21.680000, 39.160000 |
Lubumbashi (FBM) to Jeddah (JED) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM) in Lubumbashi, DR Congo to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia is 3,911 kilometers (2,430 miles / 2,112 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north northeast at a heading of 19°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is an international route connecting DR Congo with Saudi Arabia. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 15:58 in Lubumbashi, it's 16:58 in Jeddah.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,247 feet between the two airports. King Abdulaziz International Airport sits lower than Lubumbashi International Airport.
The return flight from Jeddah (JED) to Lubumbashi (FBM) follows a heading of 200° (south southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM) and King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.