Travelling from N'djili Airport (FIH) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG): what you need to know
Around 8 hours is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from N'djili Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport.
Kinshasa and Paris follow the same timezone, UTC+1.
Each week, there are five N'djili Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport flights. If you prefer to get going early, opt for the 21:10 Air France flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 22:05 with Air France.
To ensure you catch your FIH to CDG flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Air France has direct flights from N'djili Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Paris — and maybe even more of France if time allows.
Air France is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
Among carriers operating FIH to CDG flights, Air France has the best record for on-time arrivals.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from N'djili Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between FIH and CDG:
Mohamed V International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from N'djili Airport (FIH) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
At the moment, C$551 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way N'djili Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is C$834. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
To score cheap tickets from FIH to CDG, reserve your journey seven months ahead of your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from N'djili Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from FIH to CDG.
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Handy information about N'djili Airport (FIH)
52.02% of flights that leave from N'djili Airport reach their destination on time.
To reach N'djili Airport from central Kinshasa, it'll take about 40 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Need a place to stay before your flight from N'djili Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport? Consider Hotel Stella. Get a good night's rest here before making your way to FIH.
Arriving at Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
If you're landing on a late N'djili Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these options near CDG:
Pick up a Charles de Gaulle Airport rental car and discover Paris and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, Keddy By Europcar and Europcar are well-known companies you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Charles de Gaulle Airport around two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris
You'll find CDG at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Charles de Gaulle Airport to central Paris has a drive time of around 45 minutes. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from N'djili Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport. June is the busiest month to head to Paris. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
Lock in your flight from N'djili Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport for August if you'd like to visit Paris during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from FIH to CDG in January. Temperatures average between -2ºC (28ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of France
You've done Paris, now it's time to discover more of France. Travel about 386 kilometres south-east to Lyon to tick off its top sights. From Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere to Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 338 kilometres south-west of Paris, Nantes is another essential stop in France. Experience major highlights starting with Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne, Les Machines de L'ile and Jardin des Plantes.