Transportation in Angola

# Transportation in Angola: What Visitors Need to Know Angola's transportation infrastructure is developing, with options varying significantly between the capital Luanda and other regions. In Luanda, visitors will find taxis (both metered and informal "candongueiros" shared taxis), ride-hailing apps, and car rental services. Inter-city travel primarily relies on domestic flights between major cities, long-distance buses, and private car hire. Road conditions can be challenging outside urban centers, with many routes requiring 4x4 vehicles, particularly during the rainy season. First-time visitors should know that public transportation systems are limited compared to other African capitals. While candongueiros (shared minibus taxis) are the most economical option, they follow unofficial routes and can be confusing for newcomers. For comfort and reliability, most international visitors opt for pre-arranged transfers, hotel shuttles, or ride-hailing services where available. Portuguese is the primary language, so having destination addresses written down or saved digitally is essential for communicating with drivers. **Airport Transfer Tip:** From Luanda's Quatro de Fevereiro International Airport, pre-arranged hotel transfers or registered taxi services are the most reliable options for reaching the city center. Due to limited real-time transportation data available for Angola, confirm current transfer options and pricing directly with your accommodation or through booking services before arrival, as availability and rates can vary.

Carry cash in local currency (Kwanza) as many transport services don't accept cards

Blue and white candongueiros (shared minibuses) are the main public transport but have no fixed schedules

Negotiate taxi fares before starting your journey as meters are rarely used

Traffic in Luanda is extremely heavy during rush hours - allow extra travel time for airport transfers