Flying from Entebbe International Airport (EBB) to N'djili Airport (FIH): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Entebbe International Airport to N'djili Airport is 3 hours.
Kinshasa's timezone is UTC+1, making Kinshasa two hours behind Entebbe.
Flights from EBB to FIH start at 05:30 — the earliest with Uganda Airlines. The last service of the day is at 19:00 with Uganda Airlines. Overall, you can choose from three weekly Entebbe International Airport to N'djili Airport flights.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your EBB to FIH flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Uganda Airlines offers direct flights from Entebbe International Airport to N'djili Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Kinshasa — and maybe even more of DR Congo if your schedule allows.
Uganda Airlines is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Entebbe International Airport to N'djili Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between EBB and FIH:
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Entebbe International Airport (EBB) to N'djili Airport (FIH)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Entebbe International Airport to N'djili Airport flight is C$368. A return ticket right now is C$464. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Book six months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from EBB to FIH.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Entebbe International Airport to N'djili Airport. If you prefer to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Entebbe International Airport to N'djili Airport.
Handy information about Entebbe International Airport (EBB)
64.59% of flights that leave from Entebbe International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
To reach Entebbe International Airport from central Entebbe, it'll take around 10 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching an early flight from Entebbe International Airport to N'djili Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near EBB:
Arriving at N'djili Airport (FIH)
Step off your Entebbe International Airport to N'djili Airport flight and be sprawled out in your hotel bed soon after. If you're looking for a convenient option a short journey from FIH, make your way to Hotel Stella.
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)
The quietest month for a flight from Entebbe International Airport to N'djili Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Kinshasa based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Kinshasa is September, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your flights from Entebbe International Airport to N'djili Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
July has average temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Look for cheap tickets from EBB to FIH sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of DR Congo
You've visited Kinshasa, now it's time to explore other parts of DR Congo. Travel about 274 kilometres south-west to Matadi to tick off its leading attractions. From Belvédère to CEF La Borne Matadi and Rond point mvuadu, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Another well-known destination in DR Congo, Boma is about 306 kilometres south-west of Kinshasa. Be sure to visit highlights including Baobab de Stanley.