Flying from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to N'djili Airport (FIH): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Cairo International Airport to N'djili Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 6 hours 15 minutes.
Kinshasa is one hour behind Cairo and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Flights from CAI to FIH start from 22:50 — the earliest with EgyptAir. The last departure is at 23:50 with EgyptAir. Overall, you can take your pick of three weekly Cairo International Airport to N'djili Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your CAI to FIH flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
EgyptAir offers direct flights from Cairo International Airport to N'djili Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Kinshasa — and maybe even more of DR Congo if your schedule allows.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is EgyptAir.
EgyptAir is the most punctual carrier operating CAI to FIH flights.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Cairo International Airport to N'djili Airport. Here are the top stopovers between CAI and FIH:
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to N'djili Airport (FIH)
At the moment, C$376 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Cairo International Airport to N'djili Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is C$528. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Book seven months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from CAI to FIH.
The cheapest month for flights from Cairo International Airport to N'djili Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from CAI to FIH.
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Handy information about Cairo International Airport (CAI)
When it comes to Cairo International Airport's on-time performance, 63.38% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To get to Cairo International Airport from central Cairo, it'll take about 30 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of about 1 hour 25 minutes when using public transport.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near CAI. Whether you've booked an early flight from Cairo International Airport to N'djili Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at N'djili Airport (FIH)
Consider a stay at Hotel Stella after arriving from your Cairo International Airport to N'djili Airport flight. It's a quick drive from FIH and a handy option if you're eager to catch some z's soon after landing.
Getting from N'djili Airport (FIH) to central Kinshasa
N'djili Airport is approximately 23 kilometres from the centre of Kinshasa. The drive time takes about 40 minutes.
When to fly to N'djili Airport (FIH)
The quietest month for a flight from Cairo International Airport to N'djili Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Kinshasa based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Kinshasa is September, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your flights from Cairo International Airport to N'djili Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from CAI to FIH in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF) on average.
Explore more of DR Congo
You've done Kinshasa, now it's time to explore other corners of DR Congo. Travel about 274 kilometres south-west to Matadi to check off its leading sights. From Belvédère to CEF La Borne Matadi and Rond point mvuadu, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Another favourite destination in DR Congo, Boma is roughly 306 kilometres south-west of Kinshasa. Set aside time for highlights including Baobab de Stanley.