Cheap flight deals from Johannesburg (JNB) to Kinshasa (FIH)

O.R. Tambo International Airport

You can use Orbitz.com to find cheap flights from Johannesburg. The O.R. Tambo International Airport is located at 24 Johnson Road, approximately 12 miles from the Johannesburg city center. The airport services more than 17 million passengers every year, so the airport houses hubs for numerous airlines. Air France, British Airways, Lufthansa and South African Airways are just a few of the airlines that have flights departing from the airport on a daily basis. The Orbitz.com website searches all of the domestic and international flights available to find you discount tickets.

Parking and Transportation

The airport has long-term parking lots near International Terminal A. Long-term parking in the P6 Shade 1 lot costs approximately $10.40 per day, while the long-term parking in the P5 Shade 2 lot costs approximately $8.60 per day. The airport also has the Super South Gate long-term parking lot, which costs around $5.50 per day. Shuttle services run from the parking lots to the airport terminals every 15 minutes. You can also take a taxi to the airport; however, not all taxi companies are allowed to service the airport area. Approved taxi operators have an ACSA logo on their vehicle. If you need a vehicle when you arrive at your destination, you can use the Orbtiz.com website to reserve a rental car.

Dining at the Airport

If you didn't have time to eat before you left for the airport, you can grab a meal before you board your plane. The airport has a variety of dining options available, including Debonairs Pizza, KFC and Fournos Bakery. Orbitz.com does more than find cheap flights from Johannesburg. The website takes care of all of your travel arrangements, giving you plenty of time to grab a quick meal.

N'Djili International Airport Information

When you book discount flights to Kinshasa with Orbitz.com, you will land at N'Djili International Airport. The airport is the largest in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and it is located about 10 miles out of the city center on the N1. A number of domestic and international airlines fly into the airport, including Air France, Brussels Airlines and South African Airlines.

Transportation from the N'Djili International Airport

The easiest way to get from the airport into the center of the city is by shuttle. Many travel agencies run regular shuttles, which depart from outside of the baggage claim area; there is no need to book in advance. If you have a great deal of luggage, a taxi is a better option. The ride can take up to an hour, depending on traffic, and usually costs up to $50. Rental cars are also available, and you can reserve a car ahead of time on Orbitz.com. Avis, Budget, Europcar, InterRent and Hertz have offices at the airport.

Weather in Kinshasa

Kinshasa is hot year-round, with relatively stable temperatures. Temperatures hover between 80 and 90 degrees Fahrenheit during most of the year. The coolest month is July, when the temperatures stay around 80 degrees. The city gets very little rain, and the wettest months are October and November.

Things to Do in Kinshasa

Kinshasa is a typical, bustling African city. To escape the crowds, visitors often head to the colonial part of town, where the streets are quieter, or the center of the city on a Sunday, when business slows. Other attractions in the city include the traditional African markets, the banks of the Congo River and the vibrant nightlife. After you book flights to Kinshasa on Orbitz.com, you can use the website to find deals on tours of the city.