Large airport · Ndola, Zambia
Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport
Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport is a large airport serving Ndola, Zambia. Its IATA code is NLA. Its ICAO code is FLSK. It has 1 runway, longest 11,483 ft (ASP). Elevation 4,308 ft.
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Airport facts
| Location | Ndola, Zambia |
|---|---|
| IATA code | NLA |
| ICAO code | FLSK |
| Type | Large airport |
| Runways | 1 runway, longest 11,483 ft (ASP) |
| Elevation | 4,308 ft |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
| Coordinates | 12.9651° S, 28.5156° E |
Every fact above is taken from the sources listed below; anything no source states is left blank rather than guessed.
History
It was called Ndola Airport before being renamed in 2011 for Simon Kapwepwe, the nation's former vice president.
Official website: https://www.zacl.co.zm/airport-section/airports/smkia — the airport's own site has the current flight and visiting information.
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- Kasanka National Park · Zambia · 115.4 miles away
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Frequently asked questions
What is the airport code for Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport?
Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport — its IATA code is NLA and its ICAO code is FLSK.
Where is Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport located?
Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport serves Ndola, Zambia. Its coordinates are 12.9651° S, 28.5156° E.
What is the history of Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport?
It was called Ndola Airport before being renamed in 2011 for Simon Kapwepwe, the nation's former vice president.
Sources
- https://davidmegginson.github.io/ourairports-data/airports.csv#525659
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Simon_Mwansa_Kapwepwe_International_Airport
Page last updated 13 November 2026.