Quatro de Fevereiro International Airport (LAD) is Angola’s principal international airport, serving Luanda and the surrounding region. It is the country’s main gateway for international travel and the primary base for national carrier TAAG Angola Airlines.
The airport layout centres on a main passenger terminal that handles international and domestic flights; facilities reflect its role as the country’s largest airport rather than a multi-terminal hub system.
Getting to and From Quatro de Fevereiro International Airport #
The airport is connected to Luanda by road; travel to central Luanda is typically by taxi or private transfer and can take 30-60 minutes depending on traffic and time of day.
- Rail/Metro: There is no rail link to the terminal.
- Buses: Limited scheduled public bus services serve the airport; many passengers use hotel transfers or taxis.
- Taxis: Taxis and private cars are the most common option; agree the fare in advance or use a metered taxi when available.
- Ride-share: Ride-share availability is limited compared with larger international cities; check locally for options.
- Driving: Road access is direct but traffic and security considerations can affect journey time.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Quatro de Fevereiro International Airport #
Facilities at Luanda’s main airport include basic passenger services, airline ticket counters, customs/immigration for international arrivals and a modest selection of shops and cafes.
- Lounges: Some airline lounges are available primarily for business-class and status passengers.
- Food & drink: Cafés and small restaurants are available landside and airside.
- Wi‑Fi: Wi‑Fi and communications services are available but can be limited; consider an international roaming plan or local SIM purchased in the city.
- Charging & accessibility: Basic charging points and accessible facilities exist; larger or specialised services may require advance arrangements.
Tips for Quatro de Fevereiro International Airport #
- Quatro de Fevereiro is the main international gateway to Luanda - domestic onward connections often require extra time for baggage transfers.
- TAAG Angola Airlines operates many international routes from Luanda; check flight times carefully as schedules can change.
- Local taxis are the most common way to reach central Luanda; arrange transport through your hotel where possible.
Weather & Climate near Quatro de Fevereiro International Airport #
Quatro de Fevereiro International Airport's climate is classified as Hot Semi-Arid - Hot Semi-Arid climate with hot summers (peaking in March) and warm winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 17°C to 32°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Excellent | 23° - 31° | 29° | 32 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 2.6 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 12.4h |
| February | Good | 24° - 32° | 31° | 53 mm | overcast | 76% | 2.7 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 12.3h |
| March | Good | 24° - 32° | 32° | 131 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 2.6 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 12.0h |
| April | Good | 24° - 32° | 32° | 159 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 2.9 m/s | 2.0 extreme | 11.8h |
| May | Ideal | 22° - 31° | 26° | 17 mm | some cloud | 80% | 2.7 m/s | 1.7 very high | 11.6h |
| June | Ideal | 19° - 27° | 23° | 0 mm | some cloud | 80% | 2.4 m/s | 1.4 high | 11.5h |
| July | Ideal | 17° - 25° | 21° | 0 mm | some cloud | 82% | 2.3 m/s | 1.2 high | 11.6h |
| August | Ideal | 18° - 25° | 22° | 1 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 2.5 m/s | 1.2 high | 11.7h |
| September | Ideal | 20° - 27° | 23° | 2 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 3.3 m/s | 1.4 high | 11.9h |
| October | Excellent | 21° - 29° | 25° | 6 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 3.2 m/s | 1.6 very high | 12.2h |
| November | Excellent | 23° - 30° | 26° | 40 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 2.7 m/s | 2.0 extreme | 12.4h |
| December | Excellent | 22° - 30° | 26° | 40 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 2.7 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 12.5h |
