Bandundu Airport — Bandundu, Democratic Republic of the Congo
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Distance & flight time from FDU
Bandundu Airport
FDU is the code for Bandundu Airport, serving the city of Bandundu in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The airport functions as a regional link connecting this provincial capital to Kinshasa and other cities within the country, given the DRC's limited road infrastructure and reliance on air travel for moving people and goods across vast, often difficult terrain. Bandundu sits along the Kwilu River and serves as an administrative and commercial center for the surrounding province, and FDU plays an important logistical role in supporting trade, government travel, and humanitarian or aid-related flights common throughout the region. Facilities at FDU are basic compared to international standards, typical of many regional airports across Central Africa serving domestic rather than international routes.
Runways at Bandundu Airport (FDU)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/29 | 4528 ft (1380 m) | 98 ft (30 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Bandundu Airport (FDU)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/G | A/G VOICE RDO | 118.3 MHz |
Airports near Bandundu Airport (FDU)
- Ndjili International Airport (FIH) — 245.9 km (152.8 mi)
- Kikwit Airport (KKW) — 247.0 km (153.5 mi)
- Ndolo Airport (NLO) — 254.3 km (158.0 mi)
- Maya-Maya International Airport (BZV) — 258.3 km (160.5 mi)
- Oyo Ollombo Airport (OLL) — 283.7 km (176.3 mi)
- Owando Airport (FTX) — 348.9 km (216.8 mi)
- Mbandaka Airport (MDK) — 384.2 km (238.7 mi)
- M'Vengue El Hadj Omar Bongo Ondimba International Airport (MVB) — 475.2 km (295.3 mi)
FDU connects Bandundu to Kinshasa in the DRC; searches for this code often come from logistics, aid, or travel planners navigating the country's limited surface transport network.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Bandundu Airport?
The IATA code for Bandundu Airport is FDU.
What is the ICAO code for Bandundu Airport?
The ICAO code for Bandundu Airport is FZBO. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.