LFB · FQLU · Lumbo Airport

Lumbo Airport (LFB)

Lumbo, Mozambique · small airport · -15.033° 40.672° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeLFB
ICAO CodeFQLU
Typesmall airport
NameLumbo Airport
MunicipalityLumbo
CountryMozambique
ContinentAF
Latitude-15.033° S
Longitude40.672° E
Elevation33 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score50
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryMozambique
ISO Code
RegionLumbo
Continent CodeAF
IANA TimezoneAfrica/Maputo
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC+2
DST OffsetUTC+2
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🌬 Best Time to Fly

Recommended: November – February
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Dry: Nov–FebWet: Mar–Oct

✈ Airlines Serving LFB

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

🌡 Climate — Tropical (15.0°S)

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

Lumbo Airport (LFB/FQLU) is a small regional airport located in the coastal town of Lumbo in northeastern Mozambique, near the historic Island of Mozambique. It primarily serves domestic flights and provides access to one of the country's most significant UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The airport features a single runway and modest terminal facilities suited to its small-airport classification.

💡 Local Tip
Combine your flight with a visit to the nearby Island of Mozambique at sunset—the golden light on the coral stone buildings of São Sebastião and the old town creates one of the most photogenic scenes in East Africa.
🚖 Getting There

Taxis and informal minibus services are typically available at the airport for transfers into Lumbo town and onward to the Island of Mozambique, which is connected by a bridge. Travelers should arrange ground transport in advance as options at this small airport can be limited. The short journey to the island makes this airport a convenient gateway for heritage tourism in the region.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the IATA code for Lumbo Airport?
A: The IATA code is LFB, and the ICAO code is FQLU.

Q: Where is Lumbo Airport located?
A: It is situated in Lumbo, a coastal town in Nampula Province in northeastern Mozambique, just across from the Island of Mozambique.

Q: Does Lumbo Airport offer international flights?
A: As a small regional airport, Lumbo primarily handles domestic flights, with connections mainly to Maputo and other domestic destinations.

Q: What attractions are accessible from Lumbo Airport?
A: The airport provides convenient access to the Island of Mozambique, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its colonial architecture, Fort São Sebastião, and Chapel of Nossa Senhora de Baluarte.
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