Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to N'djili Airport (FIH): what you need to know
Kinshasa's timezone is UTC+1, making Kinshasa one hour ahead of London.
Your LHR to FIH flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Flying during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to N'djili Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between LHR and FIH:
Brussels Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to N'djili Airport (FIH)
Currently, $704 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to N'djili Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $920. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
It's usually best to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from LHR to FIH. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to N'djili Airport.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from LHR to FIH.
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Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
When it comes to the on-time performance of London Heathrow Airport, data shows 68.18% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central London to London Heathrow Airport is around 31 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 55 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour.
Have an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to N'djili Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to LHR:
Arriving at N'djili Airport (FIH)
Consider staying at Hotel Stella after arriving from your London Heathrow Airport to N'djili Airport flight. It's only a short drive from FIH and a good option if you'd like to freshen up right away.
Getting from N'djili Airport (FIH) to central Kinshasa
N'djili Airport to central Kinshasa has a drive time of around 40 minutes. It's approximately 23 kilometres away.
When to fly to N'djili Airport (FIH)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to N'djili Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Kinshasa. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from London Heathrow Airport to N'djili Airport for September if you want to go to Kinshasa during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from LHR to FIH in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF) on average.
Explore more of DR Congo
Kinshasa is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of DR Congo just waiting to be explored. About 274 kilometres south-west of Kinshasa, a visit to Matadi will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Belvédère, CEF La Borne Matadi and Rond point mvuadu.
Have time for another stop? Make your way to Boma. It's around 306 kilometres south-west of Kinshasa and features highlights like Baobab de Stanley.