Flying from Dallas to Kinshasa N'Djili International Airport (FIH): What you need to know
Kinshasa N'Djili International Airport is located in Kinshasa. The city operates on the UTC+1 timezone and is seven hours ahead of Dallas.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from Dallas to FIH.
July is a busy time to fly out. If you're heading away then or around a major holiday like Thanksgiving or Christmas, turn up even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Dallas
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Stopovers offer the perfect opportunity to explore a new city or just take a break during your trip. When looking for a cheap flight from Dallas to FIH, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to explore all potential stops. Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is one option when departing from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW).
The journey from central Dallas to DFW takes about 1 hour on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Dallas Fort Worth International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Dallas to Kinshasa N'Djili International Airport, these accommodation options will put you a quick hop from check-in:
Of all flights departing from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, 72% touch down on time at their destination.
DFW is located at 2400 Aviation Dr.
Dallas Love Field (DAL)
You can get to DAL from the centre of Dallas in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport takes roughly 45 minutes to travel the 13 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Dallas to FIH flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Dallas Love Field:
Dallas Love Field has an on-time performance rate of 74%. This figure gives an insight into how often flights that take off from this airport land at their destination on schedule.
You'll find DAL at 8008 Cedar Springs Road.
About Kinshasa N'Djili International Airport (FIH)
Consider staying at Hotel Stella after your flight from Dallas to Kinshasa N'Djili International Airport. It's a quick drive from FIH and a comfortable option if you're eager to relax as soon as possible.
Getting from Kinshasa N'Djili International Airport (FIH) to central Kinshasa
Central Kinshasa is around 26 kilometres from Kinshasa N'Djili International Airport and takes about 40 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for heading into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas to Kinshasa N'Djili International Airport (FIH)
At the moment, R 14,590 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dallas to Kinshasa N'Djili International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 20,401. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Dallas to FIH, book early. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
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The best time to fly from Dallas to Kinshasa N'Djili International Airport (FIH)
February is when most people book flights from Dallas to Kinshasa N'Djili International Airport (FIH). Visit Kinshasa in December if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Kinshasa is August, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF). Lock in your Dallas to FIH plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
July has temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Dallas to Kinshasa N'Djili International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Kinshasa
Start your Kinshasa trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Dallas to Kinshasa N'Djili International Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be tricky to know where to start. Musee National de Kinshasa (National Museum), National Museum of Kinshasa and Cathedral Notre-Dame Du Congo are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Kinshasa itinerary.
Explore more of DR Congo
Take your adventure further by exploring more of DR Congo. Matadi is around 274 kilometres southwest of Kinshasa and is full of things to see and do, including Belvédère.