What percentage of Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 9.7% of flights from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa were direct. The majority of flights on this route typically involve at least one stopover. For itineraries that included connecting flights, the median number of stopovers observed was 2. Travelers should anticipate that most journeys will include at least one intermediate stop.

How long is the flight from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa?

The direct flight from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa typically takes approximately 3 hours and 40 minutes, covering a distance of 2643 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration observed was significantly longer, averaging around 13 hours and 50 minutes. Travelers should account for this difference when planning their journey, as connecting flights add considerable travel time.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa?

Historically, good prices on flights from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa have been observed frequently. This route is classified as one with consistent opportunities for favorable fares. Travelers can typically find competitive pricing when planning their trips, based on trends observed across the trailing quarter. This indicates a generally active market for deals on this specific route.

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August 1 - August 18

Cheapest

DAR - Kinshasa

$593

$601

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July 26 - July 30

DAR - Kinshasa

$627

$602

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July 20 - July 27

DAR - Kinshasa

$606

$602

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July 19 - July 26

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DAR - Kinshasa

$614

$602

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August 8 - August 15

Best

DAR - Kinshasa

$665

$602

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August 9 - August 16

Best

DAR - Kinshasa

$665

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August 10 - August 17

Best

DAR - Kinshasa

$665

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August 2 - August 9

Best

DAR - Kinshasa

$671

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August 3 - August 10

Best

DAR - Kinshasa

$673

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September 20 - September 27

DAR - Kinshasa

$600

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Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa: Overview

Insights for flights from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa

For cheap flights from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa, fares typically range from $541–$646, with a median of $594. Right now, fares are near the typical level for this route. Only 4% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that deals are relatively uncommon.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa, August stands out with a median fare of $534. Other favorable months include October, with a median fare of $552, and December, where the median fare is $568. New deals appear almost daily, so setting a price alert can be beneficial.

A typical journey from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa takes about 15h 5m, including connections. Most itineraries connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers for connecting flights being 2. This reflects the nature of travel between these two cities, where direct options are limited.

The route from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa covers a distance of 2643 km. This classifies it as a medium-haul journey, meaning you can expect a significant travel time, especially given the prevalence of connecting flights.

How much is a round trip from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa

Regular price: $383 - $743

Prices for flights from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa is between $383 and $743. The current lowest deal is $537 with Air Tanzania, for travel from Jul 29-Aug 9.

now $537

Low $383

High $743

The cheapest time to fly from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa

The cheapest month to fly from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa is August, with a median price of $534. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $680. Prices are generally lower from April to December.

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Direct flights from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa

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Last-minute flights going from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa

Sun, Jul 12

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DAR - Kinshasa

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Kinshasa (FIH)

Kenya Airways

$572

$602

One-way

Sun, Jul 12

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Kinshasa

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Kinshasa (FIH)

Kenya Airways

$563

$602

One-way

Mon, Jul 13

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Kinshasa

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Kinshasa (FIH)

Kenya Airways

$613

$651

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Mon, Jul 13

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DAR - Kinshasa

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Kinshasa (FIH)

Kenya Airways

$614

$651

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Fri, Jul 17

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DAR - Kinshasa

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Kinshasa (FIH)

Kenya Airways

$570

$636

One-way

Sun, Jul 19

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Kinshasa

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Kinshasa (FIH)

Kenya Airways

$606

$604

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa

6 nights

Jan 25 - Jan 31

$694 → $521

25%

7 nights

Aug 12 - Aug 19

$648 → $511

21%

7 nights

Aug 3 - Aug 10

$665 → $602

7 nights

Aug 10 - Aug 17

$652 → $602

Popular Airports to fly from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa

Dar es Salaam - Kinshasa route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Recent fares from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa are near the typical level of $594.

📅 Best time to fly

August is historically cheapest

Historically, August is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $534.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typically 15h 5m

Flights from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa typically take 15h 5m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 9.7% of recent fares are direct, with connecting flights having 2 stopovers.

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Air Tanzania offers direct flights

Air Tanzania has offered direct flights on this route, with one recent direct deal.

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Deals are frequent

Deals on flights from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa are frequent, appearing often.

Dar es Salaam main airports to depart from

Julius Nyerere International (DAR)

Cheapest

Julius Nyerere International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Kinshasa.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$510

Kinshasa main airports to arrive at

N djili (FIH)

Cheapest

N djili Airport is a key arrival point for flights from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa.

📍 ~15 km from Kinshasa (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$510

Airports nearby Kinshasa used as alternative

Maya-Maya (BZV)

This airport is a useful alternative as it is geographically the closest international airport to Kinshasa.

📍 ~15 km from Kinshasa (requires crossing the Congo River via ferry or boat)

💸 Flights from ~$1288

Quatro de Fevereiro (LAD)

Cheapest

Consider this major international gateway in neighboring Angola for its high reliability and extensive long-haul flight network.

📍 ~560 km from Kinshasa

💸 Flights from ~$1065

Dr. Antonio Agostinho Neto Angola International Airport (NBJ)

This newest major international facility in the region is designed for high capacity and modern transit.

📍 ~590 km from Kinshasa

💸 Flights from ~$1065

Pointe Noire (PNR)

This airport offers good connectivity for regional and some European routes as a reliable alternative.

📍 ~400 km from Kinshasa

💸 Flights from ~$1630

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Kinshasa

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa is typically 28-59 days prior to departure. During this period, the average price observed was around $573. Booking within 0-6 days of departure saw average prices rise to $596, while booking 60 or more days out resulted in an average price of $622. Planning your trip within the recommended window can help secure more favorable fares.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa was considered to be $541 or less. The median price for this route during the same period was $594. Prices above $646 were observed to be in the higher range. This threshold represents the point at which 25% of observed prices were at or below this value.

Historically, August has been the cheapest month to fly from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa, with a median price of $534. October also offered competitive prices, with a median of $552. The annual median price for this route was $594, indicating that certain months offer significant savings. December, for example, had a median price of $568, which was still below the annual median.

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