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Angola's primary international gateway serving the capital Luanda.
Opened
1952
Location
Luanda, Angola
Quatro de Fevereiro International Airport (IATA: LAD, ICAO: FNLU) is the main international airport of Angola, located in Luanda, the country's capital and largest city. Named after the date of February 4th, which marks the beginning of the Angolan War of Independence in 1961, the airport serves as the principal hub for domestic and international air traffic in the country.
The airport handles millions of passengers annually and is the primary base of operations for TAAG Angola Airlines, the national carrier. It serves destinations across Africa, Europe, South America, and the Middle East, reflecting Angola's economic ties particularly driven by its oil industry.
Due to capacity constraints and rapid passenger growth, Angola has been developing a new international airport—Luanda International Airport (also known as Novo Aeroporto)—intended to eventually replace Quatro de Fevereiro as the main gateway for the capital.
Terminals
The airport operates a single main passenger terminal that has undergone expansions but continues to face capacity challenges relative to demand.
Getting to & from
The airport is located approximately 4 kilometers from central Luanda, accessible primarily by taxi and private vehicle, with limited formal public transport options.
Airlines here
TAAG Angola Airlines is the primary hub carrier, with additional service from airlines including Ethiopian Airlines, Kenya Airways, TAP Air Portugal, Turkish Airlines, and Air France.
Notable facts
- ›Named after February 4, 1961, the start of the Angolan War of Independence.
- ›Serves as the main hub for TAAG Angola Airlines, the national flag carrier.
- ›Located only about 4 km from central Luanda, making it one of the closer airports to a major African capital.
- ›Angola has long been developing a new, larger replacement airport—Novo Aeroporto de Luanda—to address capacity issues.
- ›The airport's growth is closely linked to Angola's oil-driven economy and expatriate workforce.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
