Travelling from Kinshasa N'Djili International Airport (FIH) to Brussels: what you need to know
Around 8 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Kinshasa N'Djili International Airport to Brussels.
Brussels and Kinshasa (where Kinshasa N'Djili International Airport is located) share the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
The most popular route is from Kinshasa N'Djili International Airport (FIH) to Brussels Airport (BRU). Choose from seven weekly services between these two airports. Brussels Airlines offers a 21:25 departure between FIH and BRU.
Allow plenty of time to make your FIH to Brussels flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like February. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
You can book a direct Kinshasa N'Djili International Airport to Brussels ticket. Begin your journey at FIH and land at Brussels Airport (BRU).
Take to the skies with Brussels Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from Kinshasa N'Djili International Airport to Brussels.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper plane ticket from FIH to Brussels. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
Casablanca Mohammed V International Airport (CMN)
Travelling from central Kinshasa to FIH takes about 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kinshasa N'Djili International Airport (FIH) to Brussels
383 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Kinshasa N'Djili International Airport to Brussels flight. A return plane ticket right now is 600 €. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
To snag cheap flights from FIH to Brussels, book your journey one month before your departure date.
June is the best month for picking up an incredible deal on Kinshasa N'Djili International Airport to Brussels tickets. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from FIH to Brussels by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
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Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
The distance from Brussels Airport (BRU) to central Brussels is roughly 13 kilometres. It'll take you around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport takes about 20 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Kinshasa N'Djili International Airport to Brussels. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BRU instead:
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Brussels Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from FIH to Brussels.
Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL)
After your flight from Kinshasa N'Djili International Airport to Brussels has touched down, you can get to the city centre in around 55 minutes by car. Central Brussels is roughly 56 kilometres from Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL).
Travelling by public transport will take about 1 hour 15 minutes.
You'll find some great places to call home for the night near CRL. Kick back and get cosy after your FIH to Brussels flight at any of these well-located options:
Get the lowest price by securing your ride from CRL two weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Brussels
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Kinshasa N'Djili International Airport to Brussels. September is the busiest month for a trip to Brussels. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in December.
Lock in a Kinshasa N'Djili International Airport to Brussels plane ticket with a departure in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from FIH to Brussels in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC (28ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
More about Brussels
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Brussels right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Kinshasa N'Djili International Airport to Brussels:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Atomium, Grand Place and Royal Palace of Brussels are top attractions which should feature on every Brussels itinerary.
Explore more of Belgium
You've done Brussels, now it's time to discover other parts of Belgium. Travel about 113 kilometres west to Ostend to tick off its must-visit sights. From Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul to The Crystal Ship and Mu.ZEE, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Verviers is another sought-after destination in Belgium and is around 113 kilometres east of Brussels. No trip is complete without a visit to Hôtel communal ou Ancienne Halle - Monument classé, Musée d'Archéologie et du Folklore and Musée des Beaux Arts et de la Ceramique.