Flying from N'djili Airport (FIH) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, making Istanbul two hours ahead of Kinshasa.
Your FIH to IST flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Flying into Istanbul (and then seeing more of Türkiye (Turkey)!) is a breeze with Turkish Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from N'djili Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.
Turkish Airlines is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from N'djili Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between FIH and IST:
Cairo International Airport
Hamad International Airport
Mohamed V International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from N'djili Airport (FIH) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Right now, R 7,014 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way N'djili Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 11,624. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from FIH to IST if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from N'djili Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from FIH to IST.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from N'djili Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.
Handy information about N'djili Airport (FIH)
Of all flights leaving N'djili Airport, 52.02% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Kinshasa to N'djili Airport is around 23 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 40 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Want a hotel to stay in before your flight from N'djili Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? Consider Hotel Stella. Enjoy a good night's rest here before heading to FIH.
Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Consider staying in a hotel close to IST if you're taking a late N'djili Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Select one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Follow your own route with an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and discover more of Istanbul and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
From Istanbul Ataturk Airport, Istanbul is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
April is the most popular month for flights from N'djili Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Istanbul in February.
When booking your flight from N'djili Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Search for cheap tickets from FIH to IST sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Türkiye (Turkey) you should also see. Around 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a visit to Ankara will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Türkiye (Turkey), head for Izmir, roughly 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square are among its highlights.