Ndolo Airport — N'dolo, Democratic Republic of the Congo
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereNdolo Airport in N'dolo uses the IATA code NLO, with FZAB as its ICAO identifier.
Distance & flight time from NLO
Ndolo Airport
NLO serves Ndolo Airport in N'dolo, a district of Kinshasa, the capital of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, situated along the Congo River. One of Kinshasa's older airports, NLO primarily handles general aviation, humanitarian and NGO flights, small charter operations, and helicopter traffic, since the larger N'djili International Airport now handles most scheduled commercial and international traffic for the city. Ndolo's proximity to the city center makes it convenient for smaller aircraft operators despite its more limited infrastructure. The airport has historically played a role in domestic connections to remote parts of the vast and often difficult-to-access DRC, where air travel remains critical given the country's underdeveloped road network.
Runways at Ndolo Airport (NLO)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/26 | 5526 ft (1684 m) | 98 ft (30 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Ndolo Airport (NLO)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| TWR | TWR | 118.3 MHz |
Airports near Ndolo Airport (NLO)
- Maya-Maya International Airport (BZV) — 11.7 km (7.3 mi)
- Ndjili International Airport (FIH) — 14.6 km (9.1 mi)
- Mbanza Congo Airport (SSY) — 247.0 km (153.5 mi)
- Bandundu Airport (FDU) — 254.3 km (158.0 mi)
- Ngot Nzoungou Airport (DIS) — 296.1 km (184.0 mi)
- Oyo Ollombo Airport (OLL) — 350.7 km (217.9 mi)
- M'Vengue El Hadj Omar Bongo Ondimba International Airport (MVB) — 363.6 km (225.9 mi)
- Uige Airport (UGO) — 365.8 km (227.3 mi)
NLO is Ndolo Airport in Kinshasa, DRC, used mainly for general aviation and humanitarian flights, not major international traffic. Travelers seeking Kinshasa's main airport should look for N'djili (FIH) instead.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Ndolo Airport?
The IATA code for Ndolo Airport is NLO.
What is the ICAO code for Ndolo Airport?
The ICAO code for Ndolo Airport is FZAB. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.