Kananga Airport — Kananga, Democratic Republic of the Congo
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Distance & flight time from KGA
Kananga Airport
Kananga Airport (KGA) serves Kananga, the capital of Kasaï-Central province in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and one of the country's larger interior cities. The airport is an important link for a region with poor road infrastructure, handling domestic flights connecting Kananga to Kinshasa and other Congolese cities. KGA has historically dealt with challenges typical of DRC aviation, including inconsistent maintenance funding and occasional service disruptions tied to broader instability in the country. Despite this, it remains a vital transport node for commerce, humanitarian operations, and passenger travel across the central Congolese interior, given the near absence of reliable long-distance roads or rail.
Runways at Kananga Airport (KGA)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/29 | 7218 ft (2200 m) | 148 ft (45 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Kananga Airport (KGA)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| TWR | TWR | 118.1 MHz |
Airports near Kananga Airport (KGA)
- Mbuji Mayi Airport (MJM) — 124.1 km (77.1 mi)
- Dundo Airport (DUE) — 247.2 km (153.6 mi)
- Kikwit Airport (KKW) — 418.9 km (260.3 mi)
- Saurimo Airport (VHC) — 477.4 km (296.6 mi)
- Kindu Airport (KND) — 505.8 km (314.3 mi)
- Bandundu Airport (FDU) — 633.1 km (393.4 mi)
- Kolwezi Airport (KWZ) — 635.8 km (395.1 mi)
- Luena Airport (LUO) — 711.0 km (441.8 mi)
KGA is Kananga Airport in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, serving domestic routes to Kinshasa and other cities. It is not an international airport; expect DRC-specific carriers and variable schedules.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Kananga Airport?
The IATA code for Kananga Airport is KGA.
What is the ICAO code for Kananga Airport?
The ICAO code for Kananga Airport is FZUA. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.