No. Quatro de Fevereiro Airport no longer handles scheduled commercial passenger flights. Airline services for Luanda use Dr. António Agostinho Neto International Airport (NBJ).

Which airport do flights to Luanda use now?

Scheduled flights to Luanda use Dr. António Agostinho Neto International Airport, which has the IATA code NBJ, instead of Quatro de Fevereiro Airport (LAD).

How far is the new Luanda airport from Quatro de Fevereiro Airport and the city?

Dr. António Agostinho Neto International Airport is roughly 40 to 45 km southeast of central Luanda, much farther out than Quatro de Fevereiro Airport, which sits inside the city.

What does the name Quatro de Fevereiro Airport mean?

Quatro de Fevereiro means 'Fourth of February' in Portuguese. The airport is named after the date that marks the start of Angola's armed struggle for independence.

What is Quatro de Fevereiro Airport used for now?

Quatro de Fevereiro Airport remains in use for non-commercial flying and aircraft maintenance, while scheduled airlines operate from the new airport.

Which airline is based at Luanda's main airport?

TAAG Angola Airlines, the national carrier, is the main airline at Dr. António Agostinho Neto International Airport, which has replaced Quatro de Fevereiro Airport for scheduled flights.

My old booking shows LAD. What should I do?

If an itinerary shows Quatro de Fevereiro Airport (LAD), contact your airline to confirm the airport. Scheduled flights to Luanda now operate from NBJ.

How do I get from the new Luanda airport to the city centre?

Taxis and pre-arranged hotel transfers are the usual options from Dr. António Agostinho Neto International Airport. Allow extra time, as the drive into Luanda is long.

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Quatro de Fevereiro Airport (LAD)

About Quatro de Fevereiro Airport

Quatro de Fevereiro Airport (LAD) is the long-standing airport in the south of Luanda, the capital of Angola. Its name means "Fourth of February", recalling the start of Angola's armed struggle for independence, a national holiday in the country.

The airport no longer handles scheduled commercial passenger flights. Airline services for Luanda now use Dr. António Agostinho Neto International Airport (NBJ), while the old site remains in use for non-commercial flying and aircraft maintenance.

Where Luanda's Airports Are

Quatro de Fevereiro sits within the city, in its southern districts. The new Dr. António Agostinho Neto International Airport is in Icolo e Bengo, roughly 40 to 45 km southeast of central Luanda. If you have an older booking or itinerary that mentions LAD, check which airport your flight actually uses.

Flying to Luanda Today

TAAG Angola Airlines is the main carrier at the new airport. International airlines serving Luanda include TAP Air Portugal, Qatar Airways, Ethiopian Airlines and Royal Air Maroc. The airline line-up can change, so check the latest schedule before you book.

Getting from the New Luanda Airport to the City

Because the new airport is well outside the city, allow plenty of time for the road journey into Luanda, especially at peak hours. Taxis and hotel transfers are the usual options, and arranging a pickup in advance makes arrival simpler.

Things to See in Luanda

Luanda's seafront Marginal promenade, the Fortress of São Miguel above the bay and the long sandy spit of Ilha do Cabo are popular with visitors. The Iron Palace and the Mausoleum of Agostinho Neto are well-known city landmarks.

Tips for Travellers to Luanda

Check visa rules for your nationality well before departure, and confirm your airport code is NBJ rather than LAD when you book. Compare flights to Luanda and book them on Traveloka.