How to find cheap flights to N'djili Airport (FIH)
The cheapest price currently available for a one-way flight to N'djili Airport is R 2,951. A return plane ticket to FIH right now is R 5,749.
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Book sooner rather than later. You might even be able to land some excellent early bird deals on tickets to Kinshasa, where N'djili Airport is located.
Choose 'Add nearby airports' when searching to boost your chances of landing cheap flights to Kinshasa. Doing this will give you more options for where you begin and end your journey, as well as different prices.
Think about taking a flight with a stop, as indirect routes often cost less. Simply uncheck the 'Direct flights' box when searching for your plane tickets to N'djili Airport.
Best time to go to Kinshasa
May is usually the cheapest month to board a flight to Kinshasa.
To find the month with the cheapest flights to FIH, use the 'Whole month' tool. If you have flexible travel dates, search for the green prices on the calendar — they highlight the lowest available fares.
Head to Kinshasa in August if you prefer to be there when it's busy. This is the most popular month for flights to FIH, but also when tickets can be more expensive.
February is the least busy time of year to travel if you're after a more relaxed vibe. You'll generally find cheaper prices on plane tickets to Kinshasa then.
Check the weather conditions before travelling. September brings the warmest days in Kinshasa, averaging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
Temperatures are lowest in July, when they range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
June gives you the best chance of clearer skies. This is the driest month in Kinshasa.
Rain is more common here during December, which gets around 20 days of wet weather.
Flying to N'djili Airport (FIH): What you need to know
Offering direct flights to N'djili Airport, these top airlines make reaching Kinshasa a breeze:
South African Airways is most likely to get you there on time. Up to 89% of its flights into this hub arrive as scheduled, making it a smart pick when booking your FIH plane ticket.
FIH is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Hotel Stella is a popular stay within easy reach of N'djili Airport. Put your feet up here after your flight to FIH.
Flights out of N'djili Airport touch down when expected 52% of the time. This percentage tells you how the airport generally performs in terms of punctuality.
N'djili Airport is located in Kinshasa, Ville de Kinshasa, DR Congo.
Getting to central Kinshasa from N'djili Airport (FIH)
Central Kinshasa is about 23 kilometres from FIH.
If you're taking a cab or ride-sharing after your flight to FIH, it'll take around 40 minutes to reach the centre.
Kinshasa has a stay for every vibe and budget. Here's a roundup of comfy hotels to consider for your visit:
Kinshasa highlights
Put these popular attractions on your itinerary after hopping off your flight to Kinshasa:
Sunset RDC: Around 8 kilometres west of the city centre, this landmark is the perfect spot to start your sightseeing in the city.
Congolese Wildlife Authority: Take a tour of this landmark next. About 3 kilometres north-west of the city centre, it's well worth visiting for the full Kinshasa experience.
How to get to Misana I from N'djili Airport (FIH)
Misana I is about 32 kilometres from FIH. Journey times by cab or ride-share will vary based on traffic and the time of day, so plan ahead before you travel.
Explore more of DR Congo
DR Congo has plenty more waiting for you. Continue on to Matadi, located about 274 kilometres south-west of Kinshasa. Belvédère, CEF La Borne Matadi and Rond point mvuadu are a few of its must-sees.