Are direct flights from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa always the best option?

Direct flights are often convenient, saving time and avoiding layovers. However, connecting flights can sometimes be more affordable, especially if you are flexible with your schedule. Evaluate both options based on your priorities for cost and travel time.

Can flexible travel dates help on Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can often lead to finding cheaper flights. Prices can vary significantly between different days of the week or even within the same week. Shifting your departure or return by a day or two may result in better deals.

What extra costs should I check before booking Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and payment processing fees. Some airlines may also charge for in-flight meals or entertainment. Being aware of these can help you calculate the total cost of your trip.

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DAR - Kinshasa
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Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa: Overview

Insights for flights from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa

For flights from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa, fares typically range from $571–$1649, with a median of $1009. Right now, fares are above the typical level, with only 3% of recent fares classified as a good price. If you are looking for cheap flights from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa, setting up a price alert can be beneficial, as deals are infrequent.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa? The data shows that September is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $543. This is followed by August, where the median fare is $551, and December, with a median fare of $567. Planning your travel during these months could lead to more favorable prices.

Most itineraries for this route involve connections, as only 22.5% of recent fares are for non-stop flights. For the majority of itineraries that do connect, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means you should expect to make at least one stop on your journey.

How long is the flight from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa? A typical journey, including connections, takes approximately 13h 50m. While a direct flight would take around 3h 40m, most travelers will experience a longer total travel time due to the prevalence of connecting itineraries on this route.

The distance between Dar es Salaam and Kinshasa is 2643 kilometers, which classifies this as a medium-haul flight. This distance typically involves several hours in the air, often with a layover or two depending on the specific itinerary.

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

Regular price: $354 - $762

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 354 USD and 762 USD. The current lowest deal is 569 USD with Air Tanzania, for travel from Nov 20 to Nov 29.

now $569

Low $354

High $762

The cheapest time to fly from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa

The cheapest month to fly from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa is September, with a median price of $543. The most expensive month is November, with a median price of $1444. Prices are generally lower from August to December.

September

Cheapest

Flights from $543

November

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,444

Feb

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa

Air Tanzania

Last-minute flights going from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa

Thu, Oct 15

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Kinshasa

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Kinshasa (FIH)

Ethiopian Airlines

$750

$727

One-way

Fri, Oct 16

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Kinshasa

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Kinshasa (FIH)

Ethiopian Airlines

$750

$727

One-way

Sat, Oct 17

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Kinshasa

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Kinshasa (FIH)

Kenya Airways

$751

$604

One-way

Mon, Oct 19

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Kinshasa

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Kinshasa (FIH)

Ethiopian Airlines

$720

$727

One-way

Thu, Oct 22

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Kinshasa

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Kinshasa (FIH)

Ethiopian Airlines

$701

$727

One-way

Fri, Oct 23

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Kinshasa

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Kinshasa (FIH)

Ethiopian Airlines

$701

$727

One-way

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

7 nights

Oct 24 - Oct 31

$677 → $601

11%

8 nights

Oct 14 - Oct 22

$712 → $648

7 nights

Dec 14 - Dec 21

$632 → $601

7 nights

Dec 19 - Dec 26

$632 → $601

Popular Airports to fly from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa

Dar es Salaam - Kinshasa route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa are above the typical level at $569.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in September for the best prices

Historically, September offers the lowest median prices at $543 for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 3h 40m

The median flight duration for direct flights is 3 hours 40 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 77.5% of recent fares, typically involving 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air Tanzania offers direct flights

Air Tanzania is one airline providing direct flight options from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals for flights from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa are historically rare.

Dar es Salaam main airports to depart from

Julius Nyerere International (DAR)

Cheapest

Julius Nyerere International Airport offers flights from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa.

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

💸 Flights from ~$595

Kinshasa main airports to arrive at

N djili (FIH)

Cheapest

N djili Airport is a key arrival point for flights to Kinshasa, offering convenient access to the city.

📍 ~16 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$607

Airports nearby Kinshasa used as alternative

Maya-Maya (BZV)

Cheapest

Consider Maya-Maya as an alternative, as it is geographically the closest international airport to Kinshasa.

📍 ~1 km from destination city (requires an international border crossing and ferry/boat transit across the river)

💸 Flights from ~$1,020

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Kinshasa

49% AI deal score

$2,529

Air Tanzania

Business Class

From DAR

Elite

Oct 16

Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo

48% AI deal score

$2,529

Air Tanzania

Business Class

From DAR

Elite

Oct 21

Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo

48% AI deal score

$2,529

Air Tanzania

Business Class

From DAR

Elite

Oct 23

Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo

48% AI deal score

$2,529

Air Tanzania

Business Class

From DAR

Elite

Oct 14

Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo

48% AI deal score

$2,529

Air Tanzania

Business Class

From DAR

Elite

Oct 30

Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo

47% AI deal score

$2,529

Air Tanzania

Business Class

From DAR

Elite

Oct 30

Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo

47% AI deal score

$2,529

Air Tanzania

Business Class

From DAR

Elite

Oct 28

Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo

47% AI deal score

$2,529

Air Tanzania

Business Class

From DAR

Elite

Oct 23

Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo

47% AI deal score

$2,529

Air Tanzania

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Kinshasa

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking platforms can also help you identify better deals. Sometimes, flying on weekdays or during off-peak seasons may result in lower fares.

Booking flights in advance often provides more options and potentially better prices. While there's no single best time, monitoring price trends can help you decide when to purchase. Prices may fluctuate, so checking regularly can be beneficial.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes uncover different flight options or prices. While it may add to your ground travel, it could potentially lead to savings on airfare. Always consider the total cost and travel time when evaluating this option.

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Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa: Overview

Insights for flights from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa

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

Regular price: $354 - $762

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 354 USD and 762 USD. The current lowest deal is 569 USD with Air Tanzania, for travel from Nov 20 to Nov 29.

now $569

Low $354

High $762

The cheapest time to fly from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa

September

Cheapest

Flights from $543

November

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,444

Feb

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa

Air Tanzania

Last-minute flights going from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa

Thu, Oct 15

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Kinshasa

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Kinshasa (FIH)

Ethiopian Airlines

$750

$727

One-way

Fri, Oct 16

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Kinshasa

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Kinshasa (FIH)

Ethiopian Airlines

$750

$727

One-way

Sat, Oct 17

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Kinshasa

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Kinshasa (FIH)

Kenya Airways

$751

$604

One-way

Mon, Oct 19

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Kinshasa

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Kinshasa (FIH)

Ethiopian Airlines

$720

$727

One-way

Thu, Oct 22

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Kinshasa

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Kinshasa (FIH)

Ethiopian Airlines

$701

$727

One-way

Fri, Oct 23

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Kinshasa

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Kinshasa (FIH)

Ethiopian Airlines

$701

$727

One-way

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

7 nights

Oct 24 - Oct 31

$677 → $601

11%

8 nights

Oct 14 - Oct 22

$712 → $648

7 nights

Dec 14 - Dec 21

$632 → $601

7 nights

Dec 19 - Dec 26

$632 → $601

Popular Airports to fly from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa

Dar es Salaam - Kinshasa route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa are above the typical level at $569.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in September for the best prices

Historically, September offers the lowest median prices at $543 for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 3h 40m

The median flight duration for direct flights is 3 hours 40 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 77.5% of recent fares, typically involving 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air Tanzania offers direct flights

Air Tanzania is one airline providing direct flight options from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals for flights from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa are historically rare.

Dar es Salaam main airports to depart from

Julius Nyerere International (DAR)

Cheapest

Julius Nyerere International Airport offers flights from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa.

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

💸 Flights from ~$595

Kinshasa main airports to arrive at

N djili (FIH)

Cheapest

N djili Airport is a key arrival point for flights to Kinshasa, offering convenient access to the city.

📍 ~16 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$607

Airports nearby Kinshasa used as alternative

Maya-Maya (BZV)

Cheapest

Consider Maya-Maya as an alternative, as it is geographically the closest international airport to Kinshasa.

📍 ~1 km from destination city (requires an international border crossing and ferry/boat transit across the river)

💸 Flights from ~$1,020

Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo

47% AI deal score

$2,529

Air Tanzania

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Kinshasa

Cheap Flights from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa

Today’s best flight deals from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa

Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa: Overview

Insights for flights from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa

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

The cheapest time to fly from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa

Direct flights from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa

Last-minute flights going from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa

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

Popular Airports to fly from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa

Dar es Salaam - Kinshasa route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in September for the best prices

Direct flights take 3h 40m

Connecting flights are dominant

Air Tanzania offers direct flights

Deals are rare for this route

Dar es Salaam main airports to depart from

Kinshasa main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Kinshasa used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Kinshasa

Best Elite deals to Kinshasa

Oct 25

Oct 25

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Oct 16

Oct 21

Oct 23

Oct 14

Oct 30

Oct 30

Oct 28

Oct 23

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Kinshasa

How can I find cheap flights from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa?

When should I book flights from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa?

Are direct flights from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa flights?

Related routes

More routes from Dar es Salaam

Flights to Kinshasa from other cities

Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa: Overview

Insights for flights from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa

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

The cheapest time to fly from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa

Direct flights from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa

Last-minute flights going from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa

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

Popular Airports to fly from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa

Dar es Salaam - Kinshasa route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in September for the best prices

Direct flights take 3h 40m

Connecting flights are dominant

Air Tanzania offers direct flights

Deals are rare for this route

Dar es Salaam main airports to depart from

Kinshasa main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Kinshasa used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Kinshasa

Best Elite deals to Kinshasa

Oct 25

Oct 25

Nov 15

Oct 14

Oct 16

Oct 21

Oct 23

Oct 14

Oct 30

Oct 30

Oct 28

Oct 23

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Kinshasa

How can I find cheap flights from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa?

When should I book flights from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Dar es Salaam to Kinshasa?