Which airports can I use when flying from Ottawa to Kinshasa?

Flights from Ottawa to Kinshasa usually depart from Ottawa (YOW) and arrive at Kinshasa N'djili (FIH).

Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Ottawa to Kinshasa?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Ottawa to Kinshasa.

Which airports do connecting flights from Ottawa to Kinshasa pass through?

Most connecting flights from Ottawa to Kinshasa pass through Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG), 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 Ottawa to Kinshasa?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 38% on the Ottawa to Kinshasa route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 1,553 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at C$ 2,488, a difference of C$ 935. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

How long does a flight from Ottawa to Kinshasa take?

A direct flight from Ottawa to Kinshasa takes 0h 00m, covering 16,792 km.

Do I need a passport to fly from Ottawa 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.

Have flight prices from Ottawa to Kinshasa changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 1,591 to C$ 12,598. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Ottawa to Kinshasa looking right now?

One-way fares from Ottawa to Kinshasa are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 1,465, which is 33% above the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between Ottawa and Kinshasa?

Kinshasa is 5 hours ahead of Ottawa (West Africa Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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

Round-trip flights from Ottawa to Kinshasa range from C$ 1,505 to C$ 2,382, with an average of C$ 1,649 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 1,505 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Ottawa to Kinshasa?

Brussels Airlines (C$ 1,601) and Air Canada (C$ 1,616) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Ottawa to Kinshasa according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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

Flights via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of C$ 2,372. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Ottawa to Kinshasa, which airport offers the shortest layover?

Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) had the shortest average connection time for Ottawa to Kinshasa layovers at 761 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Thu, 15 Oct - Sat, 14 Nov

3:10 p.m. - 7:20 p.m.YOW Ottawa-FIH Kinshasa N'djili

23h 10m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Brussels Bruxelles-National

10:45 p.m. - 2:12 p.m.FIH Kinshasa N'djili-YOW Ottawa

21h 27m2 stops Brussels Bruxelles-National Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

C$ 1,591Multiple Airlines

Thu, 15 Oct - Sat, 14 Nov

3:10 p.m. - 7:20 p.m.YOW Ottawa-FIH Kinshasa N'djili

23h 10m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Brussels Bruxelles-National

10:45 p.m. - 2:12 p.m.FIH Kinshasa N'djili-YOW Ottawa

21h 27m2 stops Brussels Bruxelles-National Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

C$ 1,601Brussels Airlines

Sun, 4 Oct - Sat, 24 Oct

7:30 p.m. - 7:20 p.m.YOW Ottawa-FIH Kinshasa N'djili

42h 50m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Brussels Bruxelles-National

9:15 p.m. - 3:57 p.m.FIH Kinshasa N'djili-YOW Ottawa

23h 42m2 stops Brussels Bruxelles-National Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

C$ 1,616Air Canada

Thu, 15 Oct - Sat, 14 Nov

9:25 p.m. - 7:20 p.m.YOW Ottawa-FIH Kinshasa N'djili

40h 55m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Brussels Bruxelles-National

10:45 p.m. - 6:45 p.m.FIH Kinshasa N'djili-YOW Ottawa

26h 00m3 stops Brussels Bruxelles-National Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Toronto Pearson Intl

C$ 1,621Air Canada

Thu, 15 Oct - Sat, 14 Nov

12:00 p.m. - 7:20 p.m.YOW Ottawa-FIH Kinshasa N'djili

26h 20m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Brussels Bruxelles-National

10:45 p.m. - 9:50 p.m.FIH Kinshasa N'djili-YOW Ottawa

29h 05m3 stops Brussels Bruxelles-National Chicago O'Hare Intl Toronto Pearson Intl

C$ 1,687United Airlines

Thu, 1 Oct - Sun, 4 Oct

12:00 p.m. - 7:20 p.m.YOW Ottawa-FIH Kinshasa N'djili

26h 20m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Newark Brussels Bruxelles-National

9:15 p.m. - 9:20 p.m.FIH Kinshasa N'djili-YOW Ottawa

29h 05m3 stops Brussels Bruxelles-National Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Toronto Pearson Intl

C$ 1,692United Airlines

Sat, 17 Oct - Tue, 17 Nov

5:10 p.m. - 5:40 p.m.YOW Ottawa-FIH Kinshasa N'djili

19h 30m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

7:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.FIH Kinshasa N'djili-YOW Ottawa

25h 30m2 stops Brazzaville Maya Maya Paris Charles de Gaulle

C$ 2,147KLM

Sat, 17 Oct - Sat, 21 Nov

5:10 p.m. - 5:40 p.m.YOW Ottawa-FIH Kinshasa N'djili

19h 30m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

7:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.FIH Kinshasa N'djili-YOW Ottawa

25h 30m2 stops Brazzaville Maya Maya Paris Charles de Gaulle

C$ 2,229KLM

Sun, 4 Oct - Sat, 24 Oct

5:25 p.m. - 7:50 p.m.YOW Ottawa-FIH Kinshasa N'djili

21h 25m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Brazzaville Maya Maya

9:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.FIH Kinshasa N'djili-YOW Ottawa

23h 30m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

C$ 2,345Air France

Sun, 31 Jan - Sun, 21 Feb

5:10 p.m. - 9:20 p.m.YOW Ottawa-FIH Kinshasa N'djili

22h 10m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

11:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.FIH Kinshasa N'djili-YOW Ottawa

22h 00m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

C$ 8,937Air France

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Ottawa to Kinshasa?

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Ottawa to Kinshasa and is 6% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 50% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Ottawa to Kinshasa?

May is the cheapest month to fly from Ottawa to Kinshasa at C$ 1,337 round-trip.
July (C$ 2,641) and June (C$ 2,638) are the most expensive months.
The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 97% on average.

This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Which airports can I use when flying from Ottawa to Kinshasa?
Flights from Ottawa to Kinshasa usually depart from Ottawa (YOW) and arrive at Kinshasa N'djili (FIH).
Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Ottawa to Kinshasa?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Ottawa to Kinshasa.
Which airports do connecting flights from Ottawa to Kinshasa pass through?
Most connecting flights from Ottawa to Kinshasa pass through Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG), 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 Ottawa to Kinshasa?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 38% on the Ottawa to Kinshasa route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 1,553 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at C$ 2,488, a difference of C$ 935. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
How long does a flight from Ottawa to Kinshasa take?
A direct flight from Ottawa to Kinshasa takes 0h 00m, covering 16,792 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from Ottawa 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.
Have flight prices from Ottawa to Kinshasa changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 1,591 to C$ 12,598. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Ottawa to Kinshasa looking right now?
One-way fares from Ottawa to Kinshasa are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 1,465, which is 33% above the typical average for this route.
What is the time difference between Ottawa and Kinshasa?
Kinshasa is 5 hours ahead of Ottawa (West Africa Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
How much should I expect to pay for a Ottawa to Kinshasa flight?
Round-trip flights from Ottawa to Kinshasa range from C$ 1,505 to C$ 2,382, with an average of C$ 1,649 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 1,505 counts as a good deal.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Thursday flights average C$ 1,553 – about C$ 935 less than Saturday (38% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Ottawa to Kinshasa trip for May. Fares historically average C$ 1,337 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 1,304 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).

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