Airport Overview
Ndola International Airport is situated in the Copperbelt Province in northern Zambia, in the city of Ndola, near the international border with the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It is situated approximately 272 kilometers (169 mi), by air, north of Lusaka International Airport (the largest airport in Zambia). It is situated 1,270 meters (4,170 ft) above sea level. It has two parallel runways, one of concrete, measuring 2515 meters (8250 ft) and the other of asphalt, measuring 1219 meters (4000 ft) in length.
Flying doctor service operates from the airport utilizing a hanger and an apron area. FAO and IFAD have an International Red Locust Control operation that works from the airport as well.
A new airport is under construction in Ndola to the northwest of the city and is expected to be completed and operational by May 2021, which will be called Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport.
Airport Location and Contact |
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Country |
Zambia |
Province or District |
Copperbelt Province |
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Airport |
Ndola (5 km) |
Airport’s Complete Name |
Ndola International Airport |
Latitude |
-12.998139 |
Longitude |
28.664944 |
Elevation (ft and m) |
4167 ft / 1270 m |
IATA Code |
NLA |
ICAO Code |
FLND |
Managing Company or Airport Authority |
Zambia Airports Corporation Limited (ZACL) |
Management Contact Person |
Joseph Mumbi / 0977 790 638 |
Open From (hours) |
04:00 |
Open To (hours) |
18:00 |
Airport Picture
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
Key companies operating in the airport include cargo/baggage handling, fuel, and airline services. No significant cargo movements come through this airport. Primarily all cargo is baggage handling and the assorted equipment to support that activity. The service is contracted out to a private company. Each airline has its own cargo handling crews.
Airlines |
Destinations |
Airlink |
Johannesburg-OR Tambo |
Ethiopian Airlines |
Addis Ababa |
Mahogany Airlines |
Lusaka, Mansa |
Kenya Airways |
Nairobi-Jomo Kenyatta |
Proflight Zambia |
Kasama, Lusaka, Mansa, Solwezi |
For more information on airport contacts, please see the following link: 4.5 Zambia Airport Companies Contact List.
Information on some aviation service providers can be found at: http://www.azfreight.com/
Passenger and Cargo Performance Indicator
Performance for 2016 |
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Per Year |
Per Month |
Per Day |
Total Aircraft Movements |
250 |
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Total Passengers |
270,000 |
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Total Capacity of the Airport (MT) |
minimal |
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Current Activity of the Airport (MT) |
minimal |
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Current Use by Humanitarian Flights (UNHAS) |
n/a |
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The airport has no cargo capability at this time.
Runways
There are two parallel runways in good condition as follows:
Runway # 1 | |
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Runway Dimensions | 8250 ft x 150 ft 2515 m x 46 m |
Orientation | 10/28 |
Surface | Concrete |
Runway #2 |
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Runway Dimensions |
4000 ft x 75 ft |
Orientation |
10/28 |
Surface |
Asphalt |
Helicopter Pad(s)
There is no dedicated helicopter pads. Ramp space could be used and helicopters of any size could be accommodated. This would impact parking of aircraft and those should be carefully coordinated.
Airport Infrastructure Details
The construction of a new airport in Ndola, expecting to move over 1 million passengers per year, has started.https://www.lusakatimes.com/2017/03/15/construction-copperbelt-international-airport-begins/
Customs |
Yes |
JET A-1 fuel |
Yes |
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Immigration |
Yes |
AVGAS 100 |
Yes |
Terminal Building |
Yes |
Single Point Refueling |
Yes - bowsers |
Passenger Terminal |
Yes |
Air Starter Units |
Yes |
Cargo terminal |
Yes |
Ground Power (mobile) |
Yes |
Pax Transport to Airfield |
Yes one bus |
Ground Handling Services |
Yes |
Control Tower |
Yes |
Latrine Servicing |
Yes |
Weather Facilities |
Yes |
Fire Fighting Category (ICAO) |
Yes Cat 7 |
Catering Services |
Yes |
De-icing Equipment |
No |
Base Operating Room |
Yes- designated space |
Parking Ramp Lighting |
Yes |
Airport Radar |
No |
Approach & Runway Lights |
Yes |
NDB |
Yes |
VOR |
Yes |
ILS |
No |
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Airport Operating Details
Operating Details |
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Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Bulk Cargo |
N/A |
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Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Pallet |
N/A |
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Total Aircraft Parking Area (m²) |
6 parking bays |
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Storage Area (m3 and MT) |
N/A | ||
Handling Equipment |
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Elevators / Hi Loaders |
No |
Max Capacity (MT) |
N/A |
Max Height (m) |
N/A |
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Loading Ramps |
Yes |
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Other Comments |
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Customs Guidance
Customs activities are related to passenger services and freight. Customs are operated by the ZRA.
For more information on customs in Zambia, please see the following link: 1.3 Zambia Customs Information.
Security
Security is provided by perimeter fencing and the presence of Zambian Police – Airport Division responsible for the protection of the Airport Infrastructure. The Airport operating company ZACL, has its own security personnel for the provision of aviation security services.