Are there direct flights from Nairobi to Kinshasa?

Based on data from the trailing 90 days, approximately 20.5% of flights from Nairobi to Kinshasa are direct. For flights that include stopovers, the typical number of stops is one. Travelers should consider this when planning their journey, as direct flights are available but constitute a smaller portion of the overall flight options.

How many hours is the flight from Nairobi to Kinshasa?

The direct flight from Nairobi to Kinshasa typically takes about 2 hours and 50 minutes, covering a distance of 2410 kilometers. For flights that include one stop, the median travel time increases significantly to approximately 9 hours and 5 minutes. Travelers should account for these differences in duration when choosing their flight option.

How often do Nairobi to Kinshasa flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Nairobi to Kinshasa route tend to drop frequently. This indicates that travelers may have regular opportunities to find more affordable fares. Keeping an eye on price fluctuations over a 30-day window could be beneficial for securing a better deal.

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Nairobi to Kinshasa: Overview

Insights for flights from Nairobi to Kinshasa

For cheap flights from Nairobi to Kinshasa, fares typically range from $383–$657, with a median of $603. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Approximately 26% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that competitive deals are available if you track prices.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Nairobi to Kinshasa, you'll find that February and October stand out as the most economical months, both with a median fare of $352. September also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $380. These months present the best opportunities for securing lower prices on this route.

A typical journey from Nairobi to Kinshasa covers a distance of 2410 kilometers, classifying it as a medium-haul route. This distance means you can expect a flight that is neither very short nor extremely long, offering a balance in travel time.

The typical journey time for flights from Nairobi to Kinshasa is approximately 2h 50m. However, since most itineraries connect at least once, a typical connecting journey takes around 11h 50m. Only about 20.5% of recent fares were for direct flights from Nairobi to Kinshasa, meaning you are likely to encounter at least one stopover, with the median number of stopovers being 1 when connecting.

How much is a round trip from Nairobi to Kinshasa

Regular price: $675 - $880

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Nairobi to Kinshasa is typically between $675 and $880. The current lowest deal is $553 with Air Tanzania, for travel from Aug 6-Aug 24.

now $553

Low $675

High $880

The cheapest time to fly from Nairobi to Kinshasa

The cheapest month to fly from NBO to FIH is October, with a median price of $363. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $819. Prices are generally lower from February to November.

October

Cheapest

Flights from $363

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $819

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Direct flights from Nairobi to Kinshasa

Kenya Airways

Last-minute flights going from Nairobi to Kinshasa

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Kinshasa

Nairobi (NBO) - Kinshasa (FIH)

Ethiopian Airlines

$935

$831

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Kinshasa

Nairobi (NBO) - Kinshasa (FIH)

Ethiopian Airlines

$910

$796

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Kinshasa

Nairobi (NBO) - Kinshasa (FIH)

Ethiopian Airlines

$984

$796

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Kinshasa

Nairobi (NBO) - Kinshasa (FIH)

Air Tanzania

$810

$553

One-way

Fri, Aug 7

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Kinshasa

Nairobi (NBO) - Kinshasa (FIH)

Ethiopian Airlines

$903

$796

One-way

Sun, Aug 9

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Kinshasa

Nairobi (NBO) - Kinshasa (FIH)

Ethiopian Airlines

$873

$796

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Nairobi to Kinshasa

3 nights

Nov 19 - Nov 22

$836 → $555

34%

9 nights

Nov 30 - Dec 9

$834 → $557

33%

2 nights

Sep 21 - Sep 23

$822 → $557

32%

18 nights

Aug 6 - Aug 24

$810 → $553

32%

Popular Airports to fly from Nairobi to Kinshasa

Nairobi - Kinshasa route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Nairobi to Kinshasa are above the typical level, with 26% of recent fares considered good deals.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in October for the best prices

Historically, October is the cheapest month to fly from Nairobi to Kinshasa, with a median price of $363.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 2h 50m

The typical direct flight from Nairobi to Kinshasa takes 2 hours and 50 minutes, covering 2410 km.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 20.5% of flights from Nairobi to Kinshasa are direct, with connecting flights typically having 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Kenya Airways offers direct flights

Kenya Airways is one airline that offers direct flights from Nairobi to Kinshasa.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights from Nairobi to Kinshasa appear frequently, with new deals appearing within 30 days.

Nairobi main airports to depart from

Jomo Kenyatta International (NBO)

Cheapest

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is a key departure point for flights from Nairobi to Kinshasa.

📍 ~12 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$576

Kinshasa main airports to arrive at

N djili (FIH)

Cheapest

N djili Airport is a key arrival point for flights to Kinshasa from Nairobi.

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

💸 Flights from ~$576

Airports nearby Kinshasa used as alternative

Maya-Maya (BZV)

Consider Maya-Maya for its extreme proximity to Kinshasa, just across the Congo River.

📍 ~1 km from Kinshasa (requires international border crossing and ferry/boat transit)

💸 Flights from ~$922

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Kinshasa

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$1,869

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Kinshasa

Historically, the lowest prices for flights from Nairobi to Kinshasa are found when booking between 28 and 59 days in advance. During this period, the average price is around $514. Booking within 0-6 days of departure typically sees prices rise to an average of $625. Even booking 60 or more days out tends to result in a slightly higher average price of $542, indicating that the sweet spot for savings is within the 28-59 day window.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from Nairobi to Kinshasa is considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $383. The median price for this route over the same period was $603. Prices can go up to $657 or more, so finding a fare below the $383 threshold represents a significant saving.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Nairobi to Kinshasa are February and October, both with a median price of $352. September also offers competitive pricing, with a median of $380. These months are notably cheaper than the annual median price for the route, which stands at $603, offering travelers good opportunities for savings.

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Nairobi to Kinshasa: Overview

Insights for flights from Nairobi to Kinshasa

How much is a round trip from Nairobi to Kinshasa

Regular price: $675 - $880

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Nairobi to Kinshasa is typically between $675 and $880. The current lowest deal is $553 with Air Tanzania, for travel from Aug 6-Aug 24.

now $553

Low $675

High $880

The cheapest time to fly from Nairobi to Kinshasa

October

Cheapest

Flights from $363

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $819

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec