LIQ · FZGA · Lisala Airport

Lisala Airport (LIQ)

Lisala, Democratic Republic of the Congo · medium airport · 2.171° 21.497° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeLIQ
ICAO CodeFZGA
Typemedium airport
NameLisala Airport
MunicipalityLisala
CountryDemocratic Republic of the Congo
ContinentAF
Latitude2.171° N
Longitude21.497° E
Elevation1509 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score250
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryDemocratic Republic of the Congo
ISO Code
RegionLisala
Continent CodeAF
IANA TimezoneAfrica/Kinshasa
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC+1
DST Offset
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🌬 Best Time to Fly

Recommended: November – February
Cooler dry season across Africa
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Dry: Nov–FebWet: Mar–Oct

✈ Airlines Serving LIQ

ET — Ethiopian AirlinesMS — EgyptAirSA — South African AirwaysKQ — Kenya Airways

🌡 Climate — Tropical (2.2°N)

Jan
30°
22°
Feb
30°
22°
Mar
31°
22°
Apr
31°
23°
May
31°
23°
Jun
31°
23°
Jul
30°
22°
Aug
30°
22°
Sep
30°
22°
Oct
30°
22°
Nov
30°
22°
Dec
30°
22°
* Approximate average temperatures by month based on tropical latitude zone

AI-Enhanced Insights

Lisala Airport (LIQ/FZGA) is a medium-sized regional airport serving Lisala, a city on the Congo River in the Mongala Province of northwestern Democratic Republic of the Congo. It functions as a vital air link for this remote riverine community, connecting it to Kinshasa and other major hubs in the country. The airport supports both passenger services and humanitarian operations in the surrounding equatorial region.

💡 Local Tip
Bring cash in small denominations of Congolese francs, as ATM access and card payment facilities are extremely limited in Lisala, and local vendors and taxi drivers rarely accept foreign currency or digital payments.
🚖 Getting There

Ground transport from Lisala Airport is typically arranged by local taxi or motorcycle taxi once you exit the terminal area. The airport is located close to the city center, making transfers relatively quick. Travelers heading onward by river can connect to the Congo River ports for boat transport to surrounding communities.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the airport code for Lisala Airport?
A: Lisala Airport uses IATA code LIQ and ICAO code FZGA.

Q: Where is Lisala located?
A: Lisala is situated in the Mongala Province of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, along the banks of the Congo River in the northwestern part of the country.

Q: What kind of airport is Lisala?
A: It is classified as a medium airport and primarily handles domestic regional flights.

Q: Are there international flights from Lisala?
A: No, Lisala Airport serves domestic routes connecting to other cities within the DRC.

AI-generated content · Generated Jun 26, 2026 · MiniMax-M3

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