Flying from Kinshasa N'Djili International Airport (FIH) to New York: what you need to know
The timezone in New York is UTC-5. The city is six hours behind Kinshasa, where Kinshasa N'Djili International Airport is located.
Give yourself enough time to get on your FIH to New York flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as February? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even tick off a new city. When searching for plane tickets from FIH to New York, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
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FIH is around 18 kilometres from central Kinshasa. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kinshasa N'Djili International Airport (FIH) to New York
557 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Kinshasa N'Djili International Airport to New York flight. A round-trip ticket right now is 1.037 €. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from FIH to New York if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
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Airports in New York
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The distance from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York is roughly 24 kilometres. It takes about 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 50 minutes to get there using public transport.
If you have a late flight from Kinshasa N'Djili International Airport to New York, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near JFK:
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport around two weeks in advance of your flight from FIH to New York.
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Central New York is around 24 kilometres from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Once your flight from Kinshasa N'Djili International Airport to New York has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 35 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near EWR. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your FIH to New York flight:
Lock in the best price by reserving your ride from EWR three weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.
You'll find Newark Liberty International Airport at Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Step off your flight from Kinshasa N'Djili International Airport to New York and make your way to your hotel or start discovering the city right away. Central New York is around 13 kilometres from New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) and typically takes 30 minutes to drive there.
If you're using public transport, the journey time is about 55 minutes.
Choose a hotel close to LGA and go from landing to lounging in your room in a flash. Whether you have a late FIH to New York flight or just want to simplify your travel plans, these stays are all about convenience:
Plan ahead and get the perks. Book your ride from LGA two weeks before your flight from Kinshasa N'Djili International Airport to New York for the lowest prices.
New York LaGuardia Airport can be found at Hangar 7 Centre.
Best time to go to New York
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Kinshasa N'Djili International Airport to New York. July is the most popular month to visit New York. If you want a quieter vibe, go in December.
Book a Kinshasa N'Djili International Airport to New York plane ticket with a departure in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from FIH to New York in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
More about New York
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in New York right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from Kinshasa N'Djili International Airport to New York:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Metropolitan Museum of Art are attractions you won't want to skip in New York.
Explore more of the United States
New York has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of the United States you'll want to see. About 129 kilometres southwest of New York, a visit to Philadelphia will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Around 306 kilometres northeast of New York, Boston is another essential stop in the United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and USS Constitution Museum.
