Flying from New York to Kinshasa N'Djili International Airport (FIH): What you need to know
Kinshasa N'Djili International Airport is located in Kinshasa. The city is in the UTC+1 timezone and is six hours ahead of New York.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from New York to FIH. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
With more people on the move during busy periods like July, get to the terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and as much as four for international journeys will help you deal with any delays. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Thanksgiving.
Airports in New York
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
We make it a breeze to find cheap flights from New York to FIH with a stopover. To explore the options departing from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between JFK and FIH include:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
The journey from central New York to JFK takes about 50 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from New York to Kinshasa N'Djili International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by staying at one of these hotels close to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport:
Of all flights leaving New York John F. Kennedy International Airport, 73% land on schedule at their destination.
JFK's address is JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Make the most of your trip with a stopover on your flight from New York to Kinshasa N'Djili International Airport. Check out these connections between Newark Liberty International Airport and FIH:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Brussels Airport (BRU)
You can reach EWR from central New York in approximately 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour to travel the 24 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your New York to FIH flight? Relax in a hotel near Newark Liberty International Airport before your break officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:
Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 71%. This figure sheds light on how frequently flights that leave from this airport reach their destination on schedule.
EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
From central New York, LGA is around 13 kilometres away. It takes roughly 30 minutes to reach the airport by car and 55 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Take the 'what ifs' out of departure day — stay close to New York LaGuardia Airport and know you'll be at your gate with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early New York to Kinshasa N'Djili International Airport flight:
Flights that depart from LGA reach their destination as scheduled 69% of the time.
New York LaGuardia Airport is located at Hangar 7 Centre.
About Kinshasa N'Djili International Airport (FIH)
Arriving on a late flight from New York to Kinshasa N'Djili International Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Stay a short drive from FIH at Hotel Stella.
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. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Kinshasa N'Djili International Airport (FIH)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Kinshasa N'Djili International Airport is 437 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 797 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from New York to FIH. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your New York to Kinshasa N'Djili International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from New York to Kinshasa N'Djili International Airport (FIH)
Think about your travel style when deciding the best time to fly. December is the quietest month to go to Kinshasa. February is when most people book flights from New York to Kinshasa N'Djili International Airport (FIH), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
The warmest month in Kinshasa is August, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF). Lock in your New York to FIH plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Look for cheap tickets from New York to Kinshasa N'Djili International Airport in July if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
More about Kinshasa
Start your Kinshasa trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from New York to Kinshasa N'Djili International Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
Your visit to Kinshasa wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Major attractions that belong on your itinerary include Musee National de Kinshasa (National Museum), National Museum of Kinshasa and Cathedral Notre-Dame Du Congo.
Explore more of DR Congo
Seek out new adventure and dive deeper into DR Congo. Matadi is around 274 kilometres southwest of Kinshasa and is full of things to see and do, including Belvédère.