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$798 - $1,101
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New York John F Kennedy IntlKinshasa N'djili
JFK - FIH
JFKFIH
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Sat 9/14
1 stop15h 00m
Kinshasa N'djili
Fri 9/27
2 stops35h 35m
NewarkKinshasa N'djili
EWR - FIH
EWRFIH
Newark
Sat 9/14
2 stops33h 25m
Kinshasa N'djili
Fri 9/27
2 stops35h 20m
New York LaGuardiaKinshasa N'djili
LGA - FIH
LGAFIH
New York LaGuardia
Sat 9/14
2 stops41h 55m
Kinshasa N'djili
Fri 9/27
2 stops29h 50m
New York John F Kennedy IntlKinshasa N'djili
JFK - FIH
JFKFIH
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Sat 8/31
1 stop42h 15m
Kinshasa N'djili
Mon 9/16
1 stop39h 10m
New York John F Kennedy IntlKinshasa N'djili
JFK - FIH
JFKFIH
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Sat 9/14
3 stops31h 21m
Kinshasa N'djili
Fri 9/27
1 stop18h 20m
New York John F Kennedy IntlKinshasa N'djili
JFK - FIH
JFKFIH
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Sun 9/1
3 stops42h 45m
Kinshasa N'djili
Tue 9/17
2 stops44h 10m
New York John F Kennedy IntlKinshasa N'djili
JFK - FIH
JFKFIH
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Sat 9/14
1 stop38h 05m
Kinshasa N'djili
Fri 9/27
1 stop26h 30m
New York John F Kennedy IntlKinshasa N'djili
JFK - FIH
JFKFIH
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Tue 7/16
1 stop35h 55m
Kinshasa N'djili
Thu 7/25
1 stop33h 05m
New York John F Kennedy IntlKinshasa N'djili
JFK - FIH
JFKFIH
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Thu 8/15
2 stops26h 05m
Kinshasa N'djili
Thu 8/29
1 stop42h 05m
Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Kinshasa (average of $973). Flying to Kinshasa in June will prove the most costly (average of $1,776). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.
January
$1,075
February
$1,032
March
$1,035
April
$976
May
$1,125
June
$1,776
July
$1,688
August
$1,284
September
$1,151
October
$1,074
November
$973
December
$1,207
FIH Temperature | 71.6 - 78.8 °F |
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If weather is an important factor for your trip to Kinshasa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 71.6 F).
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In the boarding area at La Guardia, there are charging stations for electronics but the electric outlets do not work on many of the stations.
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In the boarding area at La Guardia, there are charging stations for electronics but the electric outlets do not work on many of the stations.
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In the boarding area at La Guardia, there are charging stations for electronics but the electric outlets do not work on many of the stations.
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In the boarding area at La Guardia, there are charging stations for electronics but the electric outlets do not work on many of the stations.
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In the boarding area at La Guardia, there are charging stations for electronics but the electric outlets do not work on many of the stations.
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In the boarding area at La Guardia, there are charging stations for electronics but the electric outlets do not work on many of the stations.
With one of the world’s great musical communities, delicious food, wonderful colonial era architecture and natural beauty on its doorstep, Kinshasa is a superb destination.
One of the first things that visitors will notice is the presence of music wherever they go. Walk the streets and marketplaces, and you will pass endless groups of musicians playing the DRC’s many musical styles, from rumba to soukous.
Kinshasa is also paradise for nature lovers. The forests and plains around the Congolese capital city are filled with exotic species like okapi and leopards, and there are plenty of specialist tour companies who will transport visitors to the best sighting grounds. Sustainable tourism is another growing area, and few eco-tourism projects are as rewarding as the Okapi Conservation Project.
Another local attraction is the majestic River Congo. Rent sturdy boats and sail down the river, stopping on the banks to enjoy a delicious Congolese barbecue meal, or just drift and fish in the placid currents.
Kinshasa is also a fabulous destination for arts and crafts lovers, with the city possessing one of the world’s great markets in the marché des voleurs – which will be a great place to find works by the DRC’s many accomplished local painters.
The city is also a lively nightlife center. When the sun goes down, party at venues like VIP Bar or head to the riverfront district of Kinkole, with its many restaurants. On some nights, visitors can also treat themselves to a sporting spectacle, with the acrobatics on offer at Kinshasa’s judo halls.
No travelers to the city should miss out on the many delicious local dishes as well. Sample freshly caught and cooked shrimp from the Congo River, cooked in a spicy sauce or head to one of the many high quality international restaurants.
As a tropical destination, the capital of the DRC has some sweltering times of year, and some that are extremely wet, so travel in the “shoulder” seasons for the best sightseeing conditions. Between May and September, the city will be cooler and less humid, and prices will be lower around April and October.
The city has a small official bus service but an enormous network of informal taxis and buses that will get you wherever you need to go cheaply. A little French can go a long way in finding out the best routes to take, and where to get off. Visitors can also book taxis for the day, and it is advisable to do so via your hotel or a trusted local.