Bangoka International Airport is the principal commercial airport serving Kisangani, the largest city in northeastern Democratic Republic of the Congo. It is located in the Tshopo Province and serves as a critical link for a region where road infrastructure is limited and river transport is slow. The airport handles both domestic and limited international traffic, connecting Kisangani to Kinshasa and other Congolese cities. It has historically been important for humanitarian and cargo operations, given Kisangani's role as a hub for eastern DRC relief efforts. Infrastructure at the airport remains modest, reflective of the broader challenges facing aviation in the DRC. Despite its international designation, regular scheduled international routes are limited, and the airport primarily serves domestic carriers and charter operations.