Dr. António Agostinho Neto International Airport (NBJ)

Getting Around

How to get to and from Dr. António Agostinho Neto International Airport — taxis, public transport, shuttles and car rental.

Transport Options at NBJ

Dr. António Agostinho Neto International Airport is connected to Luanda (Ícolo e Bengo) and the wider Angola transport network by multiple ground transport options.

Taxi

Metered taxis operate from the terminal forecourt for the roughly 40km trip into central Luanda; confirm or negotiate the fare upfront, since metering practices at the new terminal aren't well documented yet.

Rideshare

Ride-hailing apps are reported to operate in Luanda and serve the airport, though coverage, pricing, and reliability for international arrivals aren't independently confirmed.

Car Rental

No car rental agency presence is confirmed at the new terminal; travelers should arrange a rental through an international chain's Luanda city office in advance rather than expect an on-site counter.

Insider tip

NBJ sits about 40km southeast of central Luanda — budget at least an hour for the transfer, more in heavy traffic. The airport only took over Luanda's full international traffic in stages through early 2026, so ground services (public transport links, rental counters) are still catching up; confirm current options directly with your airline or hotel rather than relying on older Luanda airport guides, which describe the previous airport (Quatro de Fevereiro, IATA: LAD), now closed to commercial traffic.

Transport routes, fares and operators change frequently. Verify current options on the official Dr. António Agostinho Neto International Airport website before travel.

Pre-Book Your Transfer

Skip the taxi queue. Book a private transfer from NBJ to Luanda (Ícolo e Bengo) in advance and have a driver waiting when you land.

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Car Rental at NBJ

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Ground Transport Tips for NBJ

Only use official taxi ranks or pre-booked apps at Dr. António Agostinho Neto International Airport. Avoid unofficial drivers approaching you in arrivals.
If a rail or metro connection exists, it is usually the fastest and most reliable option during rush hour.
Allow extra time for ground transport during peak hours. Luanda (Ícolo e Bengo) city traffic can significantly extend journey times.
Download offline maps for Luanda (Ícolo e Bengo) before landing — useful if your data connection is slow on arrival.
If travelling with heavy luggage, a private transfer or taxi is often more practical than public transport.
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