Travelling from Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM) to N'djili Airport (FIH): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Lubumbashi International Airport to N'djili Airport.
The timezone in Kinshasa is UTC+1, which is one hour behind Lubumbashi.
Flights from FBM to FIH start at 09:00 — the first with CAA. The last service of the day is at 20:30 with Congo Airways. In total, you can choose from 13 weekly Lubumbashi International Airport to N'djili Airport flights.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your FBM to FIH flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Getting to Kinshasa (and then exploring more of DR Congo!) is a snap with Congo Airways. This popular airline has direct flights from Lubumbashi International Airport to N'djili Airport.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Congo Airways.
If you'd love to check out another city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Lubumbashi International Airport to N'djili Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Kananga Airport is a popular stop between FBM and FIH.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM) to N'djili Airport (FIH)
At the moment, R 4,354 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Lubumbashi International Airport to N'djili Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 8,198. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Score cheap tickets from FBM to FIH by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Lubumbashi International Airport to N'djili Airport. If you need to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from FBM to FIH.
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Handy information about Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Lubumbashi International Airport, 63.04% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Lubumbashi to Lubumbashi International Airport is approximately 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Looking for a place to stay before your flight from Lubumbashi International Airport to N'djili Airport? Consider Park Hôtel. Enjoy a good night's sleep here before heading to FBM.
Arriving at N'djili Airport (FIH)
Once your Lubumbashi International Airport to N'djili Airport flight has touched down, relax at a nearby hotel. Hotel Stella is a comfy option that's not too far from FIH.
Getting from N'djili Airport (FIH) to central Kinshasa
N'djili Airport is approximately 23 kilometres from the centre of Kinshasa. The drive time takes about 40 minutes.
When to fly to N'djili Airport (FIH)
August is the most popular month for flights from Lubumbashi International Airport to N'djili Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Kinshasa in February.
When reserving your flight from Lubumbashi International Airport to N'djili Airport, think about the type of weather you like. September is the warmest month in Kinshasa, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Search for cheap tickets from FBM to FIH sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of DR Congo
You've done Kinshasa, now it's time to explore other corners of DR Congo. Journey about 274 kilometres south-west to Matadi to tick off its leading sights. From Belvédère to CEF La Borne Matadi and Rond point mvuadu, your itinerary will be busy.
Any trip to DR Congo wouldn't feel complete without exploring Boma. Baobab de Stanley is a highlight in this destination, which is about 306 kilometres south-west of Kinshasa.