Airport
Solwezi Airport (SLI)
Solwezi Airport is the main domestic gateway to Solwezi town and Zambia's North-Western Province, a key mining and business region. Compare transfer options to the town centre, nearby mine sites and surrounding areas, and plan your onward journey with ease.
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About Solwezi Airport
Solwezi Airport is the main airport serving Solwezi and the surrounding North-Western Province of Zambia. It primarily supports domestic flights, connecting the region with Lusaka, Ndola and other parts of the country, and serves an area known for copper mining and business activity.
The airport is operated by Zambia Airports Corporation Limited and has received investment in its infrastructure, including a new terminal building and departure lounge as well as updated passenger and cargo screening equipment.
Located about 2 km northwest of Solwezi town centre, the airport is a short road journey from the town. Taxis, private transfers, hotel shuttles and rental cars provide onward connections to Solwezi, nearby mine sites and surrounding areas.
With a compact terminal and relatively short domestic flight times, the airport offers a convenient gateway for business travellers, mining personnel and visitors heading to the North-Western Province.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
Solwezi Airport operates passenger services through a single terminal building. The airport has been upgraded with a new terminal building and departure lounge, and mainly handles domestic flights to and from destinations such as Lusaka and Ndola.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Solwezi Airport
Transfers
Book private transfers from Solwezi Airport to hotels, business locations and mine sites across Solwezi and the surrounding North-Western Province.
Hourly Chauffeur
Arrange a professional chauffeur by the hour for flexible travel from the airport, business meetings, site visits or journeys around Solwezi.
Car Rental
Rent a car from Solwezi Airport for independent travel around Solwezi and onward journeys to destinations across the North-Western Province.
Bus & Group Transfers
Organize minibuses or charter buses for groups travelling between Solwezi Airport, hotels, mine sites, event venues and other nearby destinations.
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