Flights to luanda
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Overview
Luanda, Angola’s capital, located on the Atlantic coast, is a fascinating, vibrant place, almost entirely rebuilt after the decades of civil war that followed the end of Portuguese colonial rule in 1975.
Today’s travellers who take flights to Luanda will enjoy a warm welcome and will find plenty to see and do. Benfica Market just outside the city centre sells locally-made arts and crafts, often made by the stall-holders themselves. Luanda’s many restaurants offer an enticing mixture of Portuguese and African food.
Elevated over the city centre is the Agostinho Neto Mausoleum, honouring the first president of independent Angola. The National Museum of National History has an intriguing display of thousands of insects, fish and birds. The National Museum of Slavery takes visitors to a grim period in Angola’s history. It is built in the area where Angolan slaves were shipped off to the Americas.
Climate
Luanda experiences a wet season and a dry season, with constant temperatures throughout the year, generally sitting in the high teens to high 20 degrees Celsius.
Travel Information
Language: Portuguese
Currency: Angolan Kwanza (AOA)
Local time: GMT +2
Avg. Flight Time: 11h
Best Time To Visit
A popular time to visit is during the dry months of June to October, which offers warm, dry conditions that are ideal for exploring the city. The range of temperature during the above mentioned months is a little chilly i.e. around 18-26°C, which can be pleasant for some travellers and backpackers.
Luanda Attractions and Activities
1. The Marginal
When visiting Luanda, a romantic walk with your beloved partner or a relaxing one with your close friends along this amazingly-restored promenade is a must; stretching from the port in the direction of the peninsula with breathtaking views of the waterfront.
2. The Beach
Besides the happening and famous beach scene along the peninsula, there is a plethora of great beaches to explore within the city, comprising Sangano Beach just to the south of the city.
3. Traces of History
Still, under reconstruction, Luanda has it all which is new and authentic; you can still experience its centuries-old past in the form of monuments like the old Portuguese Fortress of São Miguel boasting the magical city view from the tall hill.
4. Great Eats
From mouth-watering street food to the elegant and sophisticated fine dining, including freshly-prepared seafood dishes, there is a varied restaurant scene for your taste buds to explore.
5. Luxury Shopping
Luanda is a paradise for all shopaholics who love upscale designer clothes and international branded accessories. Many expensive sports cars, including Porsches, can be seen running on the downtown streets.
Airlines Operate Flight to Luanda
- Lufthansa
- Ethiopian Airlines
- TAP Portugal
Time Duration from Different Airports
- London to Luanda - 11h
- Manchester to Luanda - 10h 50m
- Newcastle to Luanda - 12h 15m
- Birmingham to Luanda - 10h 40m
- Glasgow to Luanda - 13h 15m
- Edinburgh to Luanda - 11h 30m
- Belfast to Luanda - 13h 10m
Distance to the City Centre
Luanda International Airport or Quatro de Fevereiro Airport (LAD) is the country's main international air travel hub, located about six miles to the south of the city. A taxi to the city runs about Kz8,200.
Transport from Luanda
Luanda has a huge fleet of minibus taxis (blue and white) that the inhabitants use to get around the city. In the daytime, they offer an inexpensive and safe ride to visitors. Private taxis are also available at very reasonable rates. Plus, the government has introduced a new bus service which is bringing new routes into the picture to make travelling quick and hassle-free.
Visa Requirements for Luanda
To enter into Luanda, Angola, you need to fulfil certain requirements: the actual signed passport by the applicant should consist of at least 2 consecutive blank pages, the passport should be valid for not less than 6 months beyond the entry date, proof of travel arrangements (hotel and flight confirmation), UK address proof and a letter of applicant’s employer confirming the employment.
Tips for your stay in Luanda
- Local markets are worth shopping for anything, so check out the Tunga N'go market in Rangel, Luanda and Feira de Artesanato market and Benfica markets just south of the capital.
- Bargaining is highly recommended as shopkeepers have a habit to charge more from tourists.
- As there are no ATMs in Luanda, Angola, it is advised to carry local currency, credit cards or US dollars (accepted at a few places).
- Try and book your accommodation in advance as hotels might get filled when you reach.
- Instead of counting on English, try and catch some key words and phrases in Portuguese - bom dia (good morning), Obrigado (thank you), sim (yes), não (no), por favor (please), and fixe or feesh (cool or okay).
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