Flying from Washington DC to Kinshasa N'Djili International Airport (FIH): What you need to know
Kinshasa is six hours ahead of Washington DC. Kinshasa N'Djili International Airport is located in Kinshasa, which is in the UTC+1 timezone.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Washington DC to FIH.
Peak months like July or holiday periods such as Christmas and spring break will mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a smart move.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
Travelling from central Washington DC to DCA takes about 25 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Washington DC to Kinshasa N'Djili International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
71% of flights that take off from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport touch down at their destination on time.
DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Split up your flight from Washington DC to Kinshasa N'Djili International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross a new place off your list. Some top stopovers between Washington Dulles International Airport and FIH include:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
IAD is around 40 kilometres from central Washington DC. It'll take 45 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 10 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Washington DC to FIH flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Washington Dulles International Airport:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 77%.
The address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
The trip to BWI from the centre of Washington DC is around 50 minutes on public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you about 40 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay near Baltimore Washington International Airport and know you'll be at your gate with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Washington DC to Kinshasa N'Djili International Airport flight:
The on-time performance record of BWI is 77%. In other words, that's how frequently flights departing this airport reach their final stop as planned.
About Kinshasa N'Djili International Airport (FIH)
Once your flight from Washington DC to Kinshasa N'Djili International Airport has touched down, relax and unwind at a hotel close by. Hotel Stella is a comfortable option just a short drive from FIH.
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 making the trip into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
It typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Kinshasa N'Djili International Airport (FIH)
At the moment, $866 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Kinshasa N'Djili International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,460. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Washington DC to FIH if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Kinshasa N'Djili International Airport (FIH)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Washington DC to Kinshasa N'Djili International Airport (FIH). February is when most people visit Kinshasa. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, think about going in December.
Before locking in your Washington DC to FIH plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Kinshasa, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Washington DC to Kinshasa N'Djili International Airport in July when temperatures are between 18ºC (64ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
More about Kinshasa
After booking your flight from Washington DC to Kinshasa N'Djili International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Kinshasa:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Musee National de Kinshasa (National Museum), National Museum of Kinshasa and Cathedral Notre-Dame Du Congo are must-do's during your Kinshasa adventure.
Explore more of DR Congo
Pack more into your DR Congo trip by exploring beyond Kinshasa. About 274 kilometres away to the southwest, Matadi is another exciting city to put on your itinerary. Check off some of its popular attractions such as Belvédère while you're here.