Lungi International Airport (FNA) is Sierra Leones only international airport. While the number of airlines serving it has grown in recent years, capacity is still limited compared to other West African hubs. Here is how to find the best prices.
Airlines Flying to Freetown (FNA) 2025
| Airline | From | Frequency | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brussels Airlines | Brussels (BRU) | 4x weekly | Main European option. Good for connections from UK/Europe. |
| Air France / KLM | Paris CDG / Amsterdam | 3–4x weekly | Good connections from USA and Europe via Paris. |
| Air Maroc (RAM) | Casablanca (CMN) | 4x weekly | Good from USA, Canada, Middle East via Casablanca. |
| Ethiopian Airlines | Addis Ababa (ADD) | Daily | Best option from India, East Africa, Asia. |
| Kenya Airways | Nairobi (NBO) | 3x weekly | Good for East Africa connections. |
| Gambia Bird / Arik Air | Regional West Africa | Variable | Regional connections within West Africa. |
Where to Book Cheapest Flights to Freetown
- Google Flights — Best for price comparison and flexible date search. Use the price calendar.
- Skyscanner — Set up price alerts for FNA. "Whole month" view finds cheapest days.
- Kayak — Good for NGO travellers. Filter for refundable fares.
- Direct airline websites — Brussels Airlines and Ethiopian occasionally offer promotional fares not on aggregators.
Best Times to Fly to Sierra Leone
Sierra Leone has two seasons: dry (November–April) and wet (May–October). Peak tourist season is December–February — prices highest. Cheapest flights: May–July during the start of rainy season. For NGO missions, avoid December and Christmas period which is both expensive and hectic at Lungi.
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WhatsApp Arrival CoordinatorFlight Services →Ethiopian Airlines operates the most frequent service with daily flights via Addis Ababa. Brussels Airlines is the main European carrier with 4 weekly flights.
6–8 weeks for best prices. 12+ weeks for December travel. Capacity is limited — leaving it to 2 weeks often means very high fares or no availability.