Luanda now has two main airports, with a major transition underway:

1. Dr. António Agostinho Neto International Airport (NBJ / FNBJ)

• New International Hub (opened 2023, full operations ramping up in 2025–2026).
• Located ~40–45 km southeast of Luanda city centre (in Bom Jesus, Icolo e Bengo Province).
• Technical Features: Two long parallel runways (4,000 m and 3,800 m), capable of handling large aircraft including A380. Designed for high capacity (up to 15 million passengers/year initially). Modern infrastructure with advanced ATC and cargo facilities.
• For Passengers: Modern terminal with better facilities, smoother check-in, lounges, shops, and restaurants. Airlines like TAAG (full hub transfer), Airlink (from March 2026), Qatar Airways, and others have moved here. More comfortable experience than the old airport, though ground transport (taxis, shuttles) to central Luanda takes 45–60+ minutes.
• Status: Becoming the primary airport for international and many domestic flights.

2. Quatro de Fevereiro International Airport (LAD / FNLU)

• Old Airport: Still operational but with drastically reduced traffic in 2026.
• Many international and domestic flights have transferred to the new Agostinho Neto Airport.
• Remains closer to the city centre but is gradually being phased down for commercial passenger operations.

Catumbela Airport (CBT) serves the coastal Benguela/Lobito region and handles mainly domestic flights with some regional services when demand allows. It typically accommodates narrow‑body jets and turboprops, using a paved runway long enough for medium‑sized aircraft in most weather conditions. Basic navigation aids support reliable approaches, though not as extensive as Luanda’s. The terminal is modest but more developed than a simple airstrip, with check‑in counters, seating areas, limited shops or kiosks, and occasional car‑rental or transfer services arranged through local providers.

Lubango Airport (SDD) is the main gateway to the southern highlands, serving Lubango and nearby towns. Traffic is mostly domestic, with scheduled turboprop and smaller jet operations, plus occasional charter flights. Its paved runway comfortably handles regional aircraft, and standard navigation aids support operations in the area’s variable weather. The passenger terminal is small yet functional, offering basic services such as check‑in, baggage claim, simple waiting areas, and a few kiosks or snack points; car hire is usually available via local agencies or hotel transfers rather than large international brands.

Huambo Airport (NOV) primarily supports central Angola, linking Huambo with Luanda and other domestic destinations. It mainly handles turboprops and smaller regional jets suited to its paved runway, which is adequate for regular passenger services but not designed for heavy long‑haul aircraft. Navigation equipment is generally sufficient for scheduled operations, though facilities are simpler than at major international hubs. The terminal is compact, with essential services such as ticketing, security screening, basic seating, and limited food or retail options; ground transport is usually arranged through taxis, private drivers, or hotel shuttles.

 Maria Mambo Café Airport (Cabinda) – CAB/FNCA-

• Technical: Runway ~2,600m. Regional airport with ongoing runway rehabilitation (2026, $7.4M investment). Handles medium jets. Limited apron space.
• For Passengers: Primarily domestic (heavy Luanda traffic – ~128,000 passengers on this route in early 2025). Small terminal, basic facilities. Essential for the exclave; limited food/retail. Important for oil workers.

Choosing the right airport: For Benguela or Lobito, Catumbela is usually the most convenient entry point. Travelers heading to the southern highlands or scenic plateau areas often prefer Lubango. For central regions and inland cities around the plateau, Huambo can reduce long overland journeys. When in doubt, many visitors still route via Luanda for the widest choice of connections, then use a domestic flight to the regional airport closest to their final destination.