Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Kinshasa?

Flights from San Francisco to Kinshasa usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Kinshasa N'djili (FIH).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Francisco to Kinshasa?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from San Francisco to Kinshasa.

Which airports do connecting flights from San Francisco to Kinshasa pass through?

Most connecting flights from San Francisco to Kinshasa pass through Istanbul (IST), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other layover airports each see under 5%.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Francisco to Kinshasa?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 34% on the San Francisco to Kinshasa route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $1,157 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,747, a difference of $590. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco 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.

What is the time difference between San Francisco and Kinshasa?

Kinshasa is 8 hours ahead of San Francisco (West Africa Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

How much should I expect to pay for a San Francisco to Kinshasa flight?

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Kinshasa range from $1,183 to $1,523, with an average of $1,250 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,183 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from San Francisco to Kinshasa?

United Airlines ($1,219) and Qatar Airways ($1,331) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Kinshasa according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from San Francisco to Kinshasa?

Flights via Istanbul (IST) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $1,185. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from San Francisco to Kinshasa which airport offers the shortest layover?

Istanbul (IST) had the shortest average connection time for San Francisco to Kinshasa layovers at 1,228 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Francisco to Kinshasa

Thu, Oct 8 - Mon, Oct 12

5:00 am - 7:20 pmSFO San Francisco-FIH Kinshasa N'djili

30h 20m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Brussels Bruxelles-National

9:15 pm - 7:08 pmFIH Kinshasa N'djili-SFO San Francisco

29h 53m2 stops Brussels Bruxelles-National Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,219United Airlines

Thu, Oct 8 - Mon, Oct 12

10:40 pm - 7:20 pmSFO San Francisco-FIH Kinshasa N'djili

36h 40m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Brussels Bruxelles-National

9:15 pm - 5:20 pmFIH Kinshasa N'djili-SFO San Francisco

28h 05m2 stops Brussels Bruxelles-National Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,220United Airlines

Thu, Oct 8 - Mon, Oct 12

3:55 pm - 7:40 amSFO San Francisco-FIH Kinshasa N'djili

31h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

9:15 am - 1:35 pmFIH Kinshasa N'djili-SFO San Francisco

36h 20m2 stops Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl Doha Hamad Intl

$1,331Qatar Airways

Tue, Dec 22 - Wed, Dec 30

9:40 pm - 8:25 pmSFO San Francisco-FIH Kinshasa N'djili

37h 45m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Brussels Bruxelles-National