Flying from Istanbul to N'djili Airport (FIH): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your trip from in Istanbul. Check out your options departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) when booking your flight from Istanbul to N'djili Airport (FIH).
Around 8 hours 15 minutes is how long you'll be in the air on a direct Istanbul to N'djili Airport flight.
N'djili Airport is located in Kinshasa. The city is in the UTC+1 timezone and is two hours behind Istanbul.
You can pick from 6 direct flights each week between Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and N'djili Airport (FIH). This is the busiest route, with Turkish Airlines offering a 1:20am departure from IST to FIH.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Istanbul to FIH. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
With more people on the move during high season, it's smart to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow for extra wait times.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Get to your destination in one go from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Nonstop flights from Istanbul to N'djili Airport (FIH) operate from here.
You can travel on a direct flight from Istanbul to N'djili Airport with Turkish Airlines. This top carrier offers services from IST.
Most travellers choose to fly with Turkish Airlines between IST and FIH.
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Istanbul to FIH. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Make a stop (and maybe make your fare cheaper) by passing through one of these popular airports:
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
Quatro de Fevereiro Airport (LAD)
IST is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Istanbul to N'djili Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near Istanbul Ataturk Airport:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Split up your flight from Istanbul to N'djili Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross another place off your list. Some top stopovers between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and FIH include:
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Mohamed V International Airport (CMN)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Istanbul to SAW in around 1 hour 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 55 minutes.
Got an early start? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport the day before your Istanbul to FIH flight:
76.93% of all departures from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About N'djili Airport (FIH)
Coming in on a late flight from Istanbul to N'djili Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Stay within easy reach of FIH at Hotel Stella.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to N'djili Airport (FIH)
At the moment, 295 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to N'djili Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 628 €. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book one month before you want to fly. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Istanbul to FIH.
Plan your trip for June. That's the best month for landing an awesome deal on Istanbul to N'djili Airport tickets. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Istanbul to FIH.
Filters make it easier to find a bargain for your flight from Istanbul to N'djili Airport. Choose the departure times, carriers and stops that check all your boxes. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to bring up the lowest fares right away.
The best time to fly from Istanbul to N'djili Airport (FIH)
Think about the pace you're looking for when planning the timing of your trip. February is the quietest month to go to Kinshasa. August is when most people book flights from Istanbul to N'djili Airport (FIH), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
The warmest month in Kinshasa is September, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your Istanbul to FIH plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Istanbul to N'djili Airport in July when temperatures are between 19ºC (66ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
More about Kinshasa
After booking your flight from Istanbul to N'djili Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Kinshasa:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Sunset RDC, Musee National de Kinshasa (National Museum) and Congolese Wildlife Authority are must-do's during your Kinshasa adventure.
Explore more of DR Congo
You've visited Kinshasa, now it's time to explore other parts of DR Congo. Journey around 274 kilometres south-west to Matadi to tick off its top attractions. From Belvédère to CEF La Borne Matadi and Rond point mvuadu, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
