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Cheapest round-trip
$1,004
Typical prices: $1,003-$1,408
Ethiopian Air
Sun 11/4Fri 11/16
IAD - FIH • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$608
Typical prices: $696-$869
Egyptair
Sat 12/1
IAD - FIH • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
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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IAD - FIH
Cheapest • 1% average savings
DCA - FIH
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April
Cheapest • 19% price drop
November
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Brussels Bruxelles-National (BRU)
Cheapest • Avg $1,211 (round-trip)
Lome (LFW)
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

Sun, Oct 4 - Sun, Oct 11
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:55 am - 12:10 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-FIH Kinshasa N'djili
20h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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1:25 pm - 8:55 amFIH  Kinshasa N'djili-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
24h 30m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
$1,004Ethiopian Air
Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 30
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:00 am - 12:10 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-FIH Kinshasa N'djili
20h 10m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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1:25 pm - 8:00 amFIH  Kinshasa N'djili-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
24h 35m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
$1,004Ethiopian Air
Mon, Sep 21 - Fri, Oct 9
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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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9:15 pm - 2:15 pmFIH  Kinshasa N'djili-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
22h 00m1 stop Brussels Bruxelles-National
$1,205United Airlines
Mon, Sep 21 - Fri, Oct 9
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2:00 pm - 7:20 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-FIH Kinshasa N'djili
24h 20m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Brussels Bruxelles-National
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9:15 pm - 4:58 pmFIH  Kinshasa N'djili-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
24h 43m2 stops Brussels Bruxelles-National Newark
$1,220United Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Thu, Oct 29
Air France Logo
6:15 pm - 5:40 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-FIH Kinshasa N'djili
18h 25m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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7:30 pm - 8:20 pmFIH  Kinshasa N'djili-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
29h 50m2 stops Brazzaville Maya Maya Paris Charles de Gaulle
$1,222Air France
Wed, Oct 21 - Mon, Nov 2
Brussels 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
$1,223Brussels Airlines
Fri, Oct 2 - Fri, Mar 5
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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
$1,225Brussels Airlines
Sun, Oct 4 - Sun, Oct 11
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:35 pm - 7:20 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-FIH Kinshasa N'djili
20h 45m1 stop Brussels Bruxelles-National
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9:15 pm - 2:15 pmFIH  Kinshasa N'djili-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
22h 00m1 stop Brussels Bruxelles-National
$1,225Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Thu, Oct 29
Air France Logo
12:30 pm - 5:40 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-FIH Kinshasa N'djili
24h 10m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle
Air France Logo
7:30 pm - 5:30 pmFIH  Kinshasa N'djili-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
27h 00m2 stops Brazzaville Maya Maya Paris Charles de Gaulle
$1,226Air France
Mon, Sep 21 - Fri, Oct 9
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:00 pm - 1:20 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-FIH Kinshasa N'djili
35h 20m3 stops Doha Hamad Intl Arusha Kilimanjaro Dar Es Salaam
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:15 am - 3:40 pmFIH  Kinshasa N'djili-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
35h 25m2 stops Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl Doha Hamad Intl
$1,227Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Washington, D.C. to Kinshasa flights

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

Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Kinshasa start at $1,004. Prices are typical 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 $1,004 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.

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

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$608
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.

  • 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).

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

  • 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 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.

  • Have flight prices from Washington, D.C. to Kinshasa changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,004 to $8,691. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • 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 $1,139, which is 48% above the typical average for this route.

  • 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.

  • 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.

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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