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Find cheap flights to the Democratic Republic of the Congo from $524

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Best Democratic Republic of the Congo Flight Deals

Cheapest round-trip prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours

Kinshasa
Kinshasa1 stop$811
Lubumbashi
Lubumbashi2 stops$1,403
Goma
Goma1 stop$2,105

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Flight from New York John F Kennedy Airport to Kinshasa

FAQs - booking Democratic Republic of the Congo flights

  • What are my options if I need to get to the southeast region of DRC?

    If you intend to visit the country's southeastern part, consider taking flights to Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM). ATL provides two-stop flights to FBM by United Airlines. Air Link, United Airlines, Lufthansa, Brussels Airlines, Ethiopian Air, and Emirates provide two-stop flights from JFK to FBM. The same airlines provide two-stop or three-stop flights from IAH to FBM. Ethiopian Air provides two - stop flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to FBM.

  • What are the passport and Visa requirements for flights from the United States to DRC?

    Travellers from the USA to DRC require a valid passport and Visa when flying to DRC. The validity of the passport must be at least six months and have at least two pages blank. You can opt for a tourist Visa if visiting for less than 90 dates.

  • Which child seat laws do I need to know before renting a car in DRC?

    Even though child seat laws are not strictly enforced, it is essential to keep these safety tips in mind.  When travelling with children under 7 they must be in child booster seats. This is because the vehicle’s car seat belts keep them safe, in case of an emergency. The seats can be rear facing or forward facing depending on your preference. However, the country does not have front seat restrictions. Children over 12 can seat at any part of the vehicle and have restraints on.

  • What is the best way of getting to Mbuji Mayi?

    Most flights from the United States arrive at Kinshasa or Lubumbashi. From Lubumbashi, you can take a flight to Mbuji Mayi. The average direct flight from FBM to Mbuji Mayi Airport (MJM) is 1hr 15min. Alternatively, you can take the train from Lubumbashi to Mwene Ditu. The average train ride takes 2 days and 3hrs. From Mwene Ditu, you would have to take a car to Mbuji Mayi in 2hrs. You can also drive from Lubumbashi to Mbuji Mayi in 17hrs.

  • If I want to visit Boyoma Falls, what is the best way of getting there from the United States?

    If you get flights from the United States, you will arrive at Kinshasa or Lubumbashi. The quickest way to get from Kinshasa to Boyoma Falls is by flight. From FIH, you must take a flight to Kisangani's Bangoka International Airport (FKI). The average flight takes about 2h. Then you will have to take a taxi or drive to Boyoma Falls. When arriving at Lubumbashi's FBM, you must fly to Kisangani. It would be best if you took a taxi from the airport to Boyoma Falls.

  • Are there direct flights from the United States to DRC?

    No. However, you can get one-stop and two-stop flights to DRC from various US airports. Washington Dulles International Airport provides one-stop flights to Kinshasa. Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) provides one-stop flights with layovers in Brussels by Brussels and United Airlines. John F. Kennedy International Airport also provides one-stop flights to Kinshasa with layovers in Brussels.

  • How long is the flight to the Democratic Republic of the Congo?

    An average nonstop flight from the United States to the Democratic Republic of the Congo takes 27h 38m, covering a distance of 7608 miles. The most popular route is Washington, D.C. - Kinshasa with an average flight time of 15h 55m.

  • What is the cheapest flight to the Democratic Republic of the Congo?

    The cheapest ticket to the Democratic Republic of the Congo from the United States found in the last 72 hours was $797. The most popular route is Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Kinshasa N'djili and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 72 hours was $952.

  • What are the most popular destinations in the Democratic Republic of the Congo?

    Based on KAYAK flight searches, the most popular destination is Kinshasa (90% of total searches to the Democratic Republic of the Congo). The next most popular destinations are Lubumbashi (8%) and Goma (2%).

  • How does KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a given destination and date is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

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Top tips for finding cheap flights to the Democratic Republic of the Congo

  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Democratic Republic of the Congo flight deals.
  • A popular destination airports for travellers is Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to the Democratic Republic of Congo’s N’djili International Airport (FIH). LAX provides two-stop or three-stop flights on the route. They are provided by Air France, Delta, and Ethiopian Air.
  •  Travellers in the East Coast area of the United States of America can take flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Ethiopian Airlines, Delta, Air France, Brussels Airlines, Swiss and Turkish Airlines provide flights to the Democratic Republic of Congo.
  • Travellers in the central part of the United States can take flights from Washington’s Dulles International Airport (IAD). It provides flights to the Democratic Republic of Congo by United Airlines, Brussels, Air France, Swiss, and United Air. You can opt for one-stop or two-stop flights on the route.
  • North Texas travelers can take flights to DRC from Dallas. Delta Airlines provides two-stop flights from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). Air France also provides two-stop flights from DFW to Kinshasa. United Airlines provides two-stop or three-stop flights on the route.
  • If in North East Texas region, an easier alternative would be Houston’s George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAD). It provides flights to DRC by Brussels Airlines and United flights. Flights on the route can be two-stop or three-stop.
  • When coming from the southeast parts of the United States, you can take flights to DRC from Atlanta. Atlanta Hartsfield Jackson International Airport (ATL) provides one-stop or two-stop flights to DRC. They are provided by Delta Airlines and Air France, with layovers in Paris and Munich.
  • If you are from the Northwestern region, consider taking your flight from Seattle Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Air France, Delta Airlines, and Virgin Atlantic provide one - stop or two - stop flights on the route, with layovers in Paris, Vancouver, or Congo Brazzaville.
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Top 5 airlines flying to the Democratic Republic of the Congo

Need help choosing which airline to fly with from the United States to the Democratic Republic of the Congo? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.0
DeltaOverall score based on 10392 reviews
7.4Food
7.9Comfort
8.2Boarding
8.0Entertainment
8.6Crew
Airline reviews

It was good until there was a 3 hour delay because there was not any pilots to fly the plane.

2.0 MediocreFelipe, Jun 2024DTW - SAN
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It was good until there was a 3 hour delay because there was not any pilots to fly the plane.

There was plenty of overhead room but half of the passengers were told they had to check their carryon bags. My partner and I checked in as early as possible and our seats were split across the aisle.

Friendly flight attendants. Comfort plus seats were very comfortable and had lots of leg room. 10A and 10 B.

I've flown many many times on Northwest and then Delta. The crew on this flight were absolutely the best I've had the pleasure of being looked after by.

Flew first class so everything was great. But maybe because the flights were red eye, no meals were served, just chips. I flew Alaska Air 1st class at 9PM (2 hour flight) and they served beef short rib sliders!

Had to change aircraft due to a faulty door. Surprisingly it only caused about an hour and a half of delay. Delta handled this situation as well as can be expected.

Awful. Flight was continuously getting delayed and gates kept changing without any reason. Flight was delayed for more then 3 hours

Paid premium for Delta only to be on safe but tired old 767 with ancient cabin in mediocre condition. Poor wifi and horrible inflight entertainment. Hardly a premium experience. Should have flown SW and had fun flight crew and no pretense

Our flight to Zurich was delayed by almost 3 hours, so we missed our next flight. There was no indication it would be delayed this much. We were told the gate had changed and then it apparently took over 2 hours to load the "catering" on the plane. We were not compensated in any way for the trouble.

Rated entertainment as Mediocre as there were major problems with the Infotainment system that took probably a half hour for them to fix.

My only issue was my meal was inedible except for the sides.

The check in was horrible. I stood in line for 1 hour to check in with an Air France ticket. Then I was told I had to go to Delta counter onstead to check in instead. It made no sense.

Medíocre. The food wasn't good (although not bad, bad) and the staff wasn't kind. I asked for n extra blanket, the steward never came back, serving us roughly.

They charge me for luggage which is was included on the ticket

Business class in the second leg - CDG-EVN was a disaster.

worst experience ever i choose my seat in advance and also have my seat selected in my boarding and the they told me that my seat has been changed without notify me

I have used Air France and KLM many times it will help if they change their menu's feel like it's been the same for years!!!, Especially the breakfast. Overall the flight was good and enjoyable.

No bording was given for next trip on same carrier, food was very moderate.

No birding was given for next trip on same carrier, food was very moderate.

We transited through Chad and what was supposed to be a 1hr 20 minutes transit time lasted over 4hrs. We didn't get regular updates until we complained. After a 10hr flight from Paris no form of refreshment given and finally arrived Abuja over 6hrs later and none of my bags came

My window shade didn’t work. So I missed coming into my city. ☹️

Flight was delayed in the gate by 5 hours and ultimately cancelled- rebooking service by United agents was terrible

Everything was pretty good except for food. They need to improve on it compared to other airlines.

Flight was delayed due to the late arrival of the catering truck, which is quite unacceptable. There was a beverage service, but no pretzel, or cookie, or nuts were served in coach.

Not worth the premium paid for the first class ticket

Not worth the price of premium class ticket paid, felt more like steerage.

Flighty delayed on boarding - then group 1 had to check their carry on bags but groups 3 and beyond could carry bags on - very inconvenient for weekend business trip with no checked baggage. Then delayed on the runway - before take off. No communication from pilot on why or how long. Wifi/Entertainment didn't work for 4+ flight. Upon arrival, attendants announced wrong carousel for baggage claim - everyone was waiting at the wrong place for their checked bags. This was a mess united!

I flew Delta last week and United Airlines is a poor substitute mechanical problems with the plane and shitty food among other things made my travel experience what’s become to be expected from United no way is it ever worth the money they make us pay

I had a great flight. Everything went smoothly and the flight arrived early.

Well....let's start from the point that I had to stay in airport for 12 hours instead of 2 that was scheduled. Poor company and even worst customer service. Never again....

Again, entertainment system didn't work. 50% of aircraft don't seem to have a functional entertainment system and the crew is absolutely uninterested in fixing. They just say Addis needs to fix it. Well, Addis had better get off it's butt and fix their aircraft.

Bathrooms were absolutely atrocious. Absolutely third world. Unusable. From non-flushing toilets to poor maintenance - missing toilet paper, dirty with mess, etc. Horrifying. Does Ethiopian Airways expect customers to clean the bathroom before use. For sure inconsiderate passengers don't do anything to clear/clean after use.

It might have nothing to do with the airline but the only problem was the long waiting for baggage claim at Entebbe

My entertainment screen wasn't working and they couldn't fix it.

I was a good, but long trip. The airline did a good job. I would use them again.

Choice of Vegetarian Food in Economy class needs overhaul improvement

The food could be better, the beef was quite tough. The crew were friendly and helpful on this flight, which has not being my experience on other Ethiopian flights.

The crew were extremely unfriendly. The plane was dirty and the entertainment system did not work, so they did not even give out earphones to anyone.

The flight was one hour late. The food is mediocre and the screen was broken

Flight was smooth but unnecessary long because we had to refuel at FCO Rome. Air hostesses service and response to call light could be better. Both planes were old with broken seat arms and toilets. Why Africans had to be given the farthest Gates is what baffles me and why we have to pay for Aisle seats I found really strange. Is there ever an end to ripping people off even after paying over $2300 for one seat.

I missed my connecting flight due to long lines at security and immigration. Need improvements

Been flying on various airlines, all over the world, for 50+ years. The food on Brussels Air was easily the worst I ever endured.

I felt the overall quality of the plane and food service was less than that of their partner airlines, United. An example was wine was served in paper cups in premium economy class. There was no real silverware, napkins or a welcome kit other than a pillow and blanket.

I like the frequent mails we get when there is an update. Please keep it up

in the front - higher class of business - sitting in the same seat (with one empty in the middle) is not acceptable any more. need the business class to be as we paid for.

More than one hour detail with no explanation and no compensation

my husband's monitor did not work. there was a visibly ill family in my husband's row.

we had to unexpectedly check a bag, the flight was late getting in

There was a two hour delay because of incompetence in scheduling fuel truck. Further, upon arrival in Roanoke, hand baggage was sent to baggage claim. We carry hand baggage because it contains valuable or sensitive materials that we do not want going through the baggage system. This is very poor and United needs to perform better.

Pros: "The crew are doing amazing job and making sure we all stay safe."
Cons: "What could have been better is us; the travelers/passengers. We need to follow every protocol and or precess or procedure put in place by our government and the airlines. United Airline is doing great job keeping us safe while we travel."

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