Flying from Perth Airport (PER) to Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM): what you need to know
The timezone in Lubumbashi is UTC+2, which is six hours behind Perth.
To ensure you get on your PER to FBM flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Perth Airport (PER) to Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Perth Airport to Lubumbashi International Airport flight is Rs308,674. A round-trip plane ticket is currently Rs611,088. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from PER to FBM if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Perth Airport to Lubumbashi International Airport across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from PER to FBM by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Perth Airport to Lubumbashi International Airport.
Handy information about Perth Airport (PER)
73.04% of flights taking off from Perth Airport reach their destination on schedule.
To get to Perth Airport from central Perth, it takes about 20 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of around 30 minutes when using public transport.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near PER. Whether you've booked an early flight from Perth Airport to Lubumbashi International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM)
Consider staying at Park Hôtel after arriving from your Perth Airport to Lubumbashi International Airport flight. It's a short drive from FBM and a handy option if you're eager to catch some z's soon after landing.
Getting from Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM) to central Lubumbashi
From Lubumbashi International Airport, Lubumbashi is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM)
July is the most popular month for flights from Perth Airport to Lubumbashi International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Lubumbashi in February.
The warmest month in Lubumbashi is October, with the temperature ranging between 17ºC and 34ºC. Lock in your flights from Perth Airport to Lubumbashi International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
July sees average temperatures of between 10ºC and 28ºC. Search for cheap tickets from PER to FBM sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of DR Congo
Lubumbashi is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of DR Congo just waiting to be discovered. About 241 kilometres north-west of Lubumbashi, a visit to Kolwezi will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Rond-point de L'indépendance, Ville de lualaba and Jules Numbi.
