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Travel - International Note Despite the civil war having now ended, foreign travellers are still advised not to visit Angola unless on essential business, owing to the current political climate. For further advice visitors should contact their local government travel advice department. Air Angola’s national airline is TAAG Angola Airlines (DT). Airlines serving Angola include Aeroflot, Air France, British Airways and TAP Air Portugal. Approximate flight times From London to Luanda is approximately 12 to 13 hours (including stopover in Brussels, Lisbon or Paris). International airports Luanda (LAD) is 4km (2.5 miles) from the city. There are no taxis; visitors must be met by their sponsors or use a transport service provided by their hotel. Airport facilities include a restaurant, bar, post office, currency exchange and 24-hour medical facilities with cholera and yellow fever vaccination available. Departure tax None. Sea The main ports are Malongo, Lobito, Luanda and Namibe. RAIL/ROAD Overland routes to neighbouring countries are generally not open, but conditions are subject to frequent change. Driving outside Luanda is not recommended and can be risky. Travellers should contact an embassy for advice on security along their planned routes. Plans to re-open the Benguela railway seem unlikely to come to fruition the country has become more stable. |