Zaventem to Kinshasa (BRU–FIH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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SN Brussels
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12:30 PM
CET
8:40 PM
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10:45 PM
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Zaventem to Kinshasa
1 carrier, 7 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 7 Flights/wk 3,875 mi 8h 10m nonstop 5 1-stop hubs

BRU–FIH is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Brussels Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 3,875 miles in approximately 8h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 5 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop BRU–FIH service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
SN Brussels Airlines 7 333 8h10 – Star Alliance –
Aircraft on this route
333 Airbus A330-300 – SN
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: SN (7 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, BRU to FIH direction.
Mon
1
flight
Tue
1
flight
Wed
1
flight
Thu
1
flight
Fri
1
flight
Sat
1
flight
Sun
1
flight
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
7
Outbound / wk
7
Return / wk
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for BRU to FIH.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
5
Hubs
~11h
Fastest
~22h
Longest
LFW ~11h 41m CDG ~12h 0m CMN ~14h 32m DOH ~18h 20m NBO ~22h 35m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
290
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Kinshasa is 0 hours the same as Zaventem.
BRU: CET · FIH: WAT

When it's 6:00 PM in Zaventem, it's 6:00 PM in Kinshasa.
Distance & Flight Time
3,875 mi / 6,236 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 8h 10m.
Visa & Entry

Belgian passport holders need a visa to enter the Democratic Republic of the Congo. An eVisa is available through the official portal at evisa.gouv.cd. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry with at least 2 blank pages. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory. Required documents include a passport photo, travel itinerary, hotel confirmation, and proof of funds.

A separate USD 90 entry fee (VAP) is collected at the border on arrival, in addition to the eVisa cost. Processing takes around 11 to 13 business days, so apply well in advance.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting to BRU

The Airport Express train runs every 15–20 minutes from Brussels Central, Midi (South), and Nord stations to BRU in 17–25 minutes (€11.80 one-way, free with Brussels Card). Traffic on the Ring road (R0) is heavily congested during morning rush, making the train the consistent choice for peak departures.

Taxis from central Brussels cost €40–55 and take 25–40 minutes. Ride-shares (Uber) run €30–45. Parking at BRU starts at €10/day in the P-Long facility with free shuttle.

Facts

BRU–FIH Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Zaventem to Kinshasa route.
Route details
Distance3,875 mi / 6,236 km
Flight time8h 10m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights7 out / 7 return
1-stop connections5 hubs
Origin: BRU
Full nameBrussels Airport
IATA / ICAOBRU / EBBR
TimezoneEurope/Brussels
Passengers/yr23.0M
Elevation175 ft / 53 m
Destination: FIH
Full nameNdjili International Airport
IATA / ICAOFIH / FZAA
TimezoneAfrica/Kinshasa
Passengers/yr1.5M
Elevation1,027 ft / 313 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about BRU to FIH flights.
Nonstop flights from Brussels Airport to Ndjili International Airport take approximately 8h 10m. The route covers 3,875 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Brussels Airlines.
There are approximately 7 nonstop flights per week from BRU to FIH. The return direction has about 7 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through LFW, CDG, CMN, DOH and NBO. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from FIH to BRU are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from BRU to FIH

Brussels Airport (BRU) and Ndjili International Airport (FIH) are connected by nonstop service from Brussels Airlines. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

BRU to FIH Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from BRU to FIH ranges from 8 hours 10 minutes. The route covers a distance of 3,875 miles (6,236 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 14 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

5 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 11 hours via LFW. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.