By Air
Luanda has an international airport, officially
named Luanda 4 de Fevereiro, located near the city center. Flights
arrive in the city via Johannesburg, London, Paris, Lisbon, Portugal
and Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Taag Airlines, the Angolan National
airline, flies from the airport to other provinces in the country,
including Cabinda, Soio, Luanda, Mbanza Congo, Uige, Dundo, Huambo,
Benguela, Luena, Saurimo, Malange, Ondjiva, Lubango, Namibe, Menongue,
and Kuito.
Travel from the airport to the city can be
accomplished via taxi or rental car. There are a few international car
rental agencies located in the airport. Travel via unlicensed taxi
service is discouraged, as it presents a risk of danger. If possible,
avoid arriving at the airport after dark. If you must arrive after
nightfall, it is imperative to arrange transportation in advance. One
private taxi company that is generally recommended and safe is
Macontaxi.
By Land
Travel to Luanda to or from elsewhere in the
country by land is discouraged. Roads are unstable and can be hazardous
and contain land mines. Train travel in non-existant due to neglected
tracks, and the bus system is not safe for tourists.