Kinshasa, CD 🇨🇩 Large International Airport Scheduled Service
FZAA
FIH
1027 ft
CD-KN
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Loading...GPS Code: FZAA
Local Code: Not available
Location: -4.38575° N, 15.4446° E
Continent: AF
Type: Large International Airport
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| Designation | Length | Width | Surface | Status |
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06/24 |
13123 ft | 197 ft | CON | Active Lighted |
| Type | Description | Frequency |
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| A/G | A/G | 128.1 MHz |
| APP | APP | 119.7 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.9 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.1 MHz |
Official yellow taxis are available outside the terminal. It is essential to negotiate and agree on the fare with the driver before starting your journey, as meters are not typically used. Fares to the city center (Gombe) can vary significantly. For a safer and more convenient option, consider pre-booking an airport transfer through your hotel or a reputable local tour operator. Ride-hailing apps like Bolt may be available, but their reliability for airport pickups can be inconsistent.
Several car rental agencies, including international brands like Avis and local providers, operate at or serve the airport. It is highly recommended to book your rental car in advance. Due to challenging traffic conditions and road safety concerns in Kinshasa, most visitors opt to hire a car with a local driver, which is a standard and widely available service offered by rental companies.
There are no formal, dedicated public transit options like city buses, shuttles, or a train system connecting Ndjili Airport directly to the city center. While local shared taxis (taxi-buses) and minibuses operate in the area, they are generally not recommended for international travelers, especially those with luggage, due to overcrowding, safety concerns, and the difficulty of navigation without local knowledge.
According to an article in Vanity Fair's July 2007 issue ("Congo from the Cockpit" by pilot/writer William Langewiesche) the single, 15,420-foot runway, is designated by the US as an emergency landing strip for the space shuttle. According to Langewiesche, the ramp is crowded with "decrepit jets that are too fragile for the country's dirt strips, but can manage the paved runways of eastern and southern Congo." Interesting article to read.