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Cheapest round-trip
$1,003
Typical prices: $1,003-$1,408
Ethiopian Air
Sun 10/21Thu 11/1
IAD - FIH • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$694
Typical prices: $696-$869
JetBlue
Wed 10/3
IAD - FIH • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Washington, D.C. and Kinshasa. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheapest • Avg $1,211 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 15h 32m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Washington, D.C. to Kinshasa (WAS-FIH)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Kinshasa

Wed, Oct 21 - Sun, Nov 1
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:55 am - 12:10 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-FIH Kinshasa N'djili
20h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
1:00 am - 7:05 pmFIH  Kinshasa N'djili-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
24h 05m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Lome
$1,003Ethiopian Air
Thu, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 29
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:00 am - 12:10 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-FIH Kinshasa N'djili
20h 10m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
1:00 am - 7:05 pmFIH  Kinshasa N'djili-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
24h 05m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Lome
$1,003Ethiopian Air
Wed, Nov 4 - Mon, Nov 16
KLM Logo
6:40 pm - 5:50 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-FIH Kinshasa N'djili
17h 10m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
KLM Logo
11:00 pm - 4:30 pmFIH  Kinshasa N'djili-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
23h 30m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
$1,221KLM
Wed, Oct 28 - Fri, Nov 6
Air France Logo
7:40 pm - 5:50 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-FIH Kinshasa N'djili
17h 10m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
Air France Logo
11:00 pm - 7:20 pmFIH  Kinshasa N'djili-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
26h 20m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
$1,234Air France
Wed, Nov 4 - Mon, Nov 16
Air France Logo
1:20 pm - 5:50 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-FIH Kinshasa N'djili
22h 30m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle
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11:00 pm - 5:20 pmFIH  Kinshasa N'djili-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
24h 20m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$1,235Air France
Wed, Oct 21 - Mon, Nov 2
United Airlines Logo
5:45 pm - 7:20 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-FIH Kinshasa N'djili
20h 35m1 stop Brussels Bruxelles-National
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10:45 pm - 2:30 pmFIH  Kinshasa N'djili-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
21h 45m1 stop Brussels Bruxelles-National
$1,244United Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Mon, Nov 16
United Airlines Logo
5:45 pm - 8:25 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-FIH Kinshasa N'djili
20h 40m1 stop Brussels Bruxelles-National
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10:45 pm - 2:30 pmFIH  Kinshasa N'djili-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
21h 45m1 stop Brussels Bruxelles-National
$1,244United Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Mon, Nov 2
Air Canada Logo
9:40 am - 7:20 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-FIH Kinshasa N'djili
28h 40m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Brussels Bruxelles-National
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10:45 pm - 9:59 pmFIH  Kinshasa N'djili-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
29h 14m2 stops Brussels Bruxelles-National Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
$1,246Air Canada
Tue, Nov 17 - Sun, Nov 29
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6:00 am - 8:25 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-FIH Kinshasa N'djili
32h 25m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Brussels Bruxelles-National
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10:45 pm - 10:29 amFIH  Kinshasa N'djili-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
41h 44m2 stops Brussels Bruxelles-National Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
$1,251Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 30
KLM Logo
5:45 pm - 9:20 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-FIH Kinshasa N'djili
21h 35m3 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle Brazzaville Maya Maya
KLM Logo
11:00 pm - 3:45 pmFIH  Kinshasa N'djili-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
22h 45m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol
$1,338KLM
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Price, demand and travel trends for Washington, D.C. to Kinshasa flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Washington, D.C. to Kinshasa with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Kinshasa?

Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Kinshasa start at $1,003. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $1,003 to $1,408. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,003 on Ethiopian Air.

What is the cheapest Washington, D.C. to Kinshasa flight route?

There's little price difference between Washington, D.C. to Kinshasa routes. They average around $1,211 round-trip, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. to Kinshasa?

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. to Kinshasa, it is 10% cheaper than the average day. Wednesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 15% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Kinshasa?

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Kinshasa at $975 round-trip.
•July ($1,443) and December ($1,380) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 48% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Key details for Washington, D.C. to Kinshasa flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$694
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 14% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 15% lower on average.
Flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Kinshasa

When to book flights from Washington, D.C. to Kinshasa

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Washington, D.C. to Kinshasa based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Washington, D.C. to Kinshasa flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Washington, D.C. to Kinshasa?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Washington, D.C. to Kinshasa:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Washington, D.C. to Kinshasa?

    A nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. to Kinshasa takes 0h 00m, covering 6,537 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Washington, D.C. to Kinshasa?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Washington, D.C. to Kinshasa flight?

    Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Kinshasa range from $1,003 to $1,408, with an average of $1,203 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,003 counts as a good deal.

  • How are flight prices from Washington, D.C. to Kinshasa looking right now?

    One-way fares from Washington, D.C. to Kinshasa are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $972, which is 27% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Washington, D.C. to Kinshasa?

    Flights from Washington, D.C. to Kinshasa may depart from several airports in Washington, D.C. area, including Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD). Flights usually arrive at Kinshasa N'djili (FIH).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Washington, D.C. to Kinshasa pass through?

    One-stop flights from Washington, D.C. to Kinshasa most commonly connect through:

    • Brussels Bruxelles-National (BRU) - 58% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) - 31% of one-stop connections
    • Lome (LFW) - 7% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) - 4% of one-stop connections

    Brussels Bruxelles-National (BRU) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Washington, D.C. to Kinshasa?

    On the Washington, D.C. to Kinshasa route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 22%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $1,087 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $1,384: a $297 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Washington, D.C. to Kinshasa?

    Flying via Lome (LFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 15h 32m, compared with 20h 50m via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) and 21h 09m via Brussels Bruxelles-National (BRU).

  • What is the time difference between Washington, D.C. and Kinshasa?

    Kinshasa is 5 hours ahead of Washington, D.C. (West Africa Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Washington, D.C. to Kinshasa flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Wednesday. On this route, Saturday flights average $1,087 - about $297 less than Wednesday (21% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Washington, D.C. to Kinshasa trip for April. Fares historically average $975 round-trip in that month - typically $468 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).

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