N'Djili Intl (FZAA/FIH) — Kinshasa, Congo, The Democratic Republic of the
N'Djili Intl (FZAA/FIH) serves Kinshasa, Congo, The Democratic Republic of the. This is a major international airport with 1 runway (06/24). Field elevation is 1027 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.
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Basic Airport Information
- ICAO: FZAA
- Name: N'Djili Intl
- Type: large_airport
- Category: International
- Latitude: -4.38575
- Longitude: 15.4446
- Elevation: 1027 ft
- Country: Congo, The Democratic Republic of the
- Municipality: Kinshasa
- IATA Code: FIH
- FAA Code: N/A
- FIR: N/A
- Timezone: Africa/Kinshasa
- Distance from City: 13.5 km
- VFR: Yes
- IFR: Yes
Runways
Runway 06/24
- Designation: 06/24
- Dimensions: 15420 X 197
- Surface: CON
- PCN: N/A
- Lighting: YES
- NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
- Approach Types: ILS CAT I, VOR/DME, NDB
- Remarks: N/A
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Frequencies
- Tower: 118.100 MHz
- Ground: 121.900 MHz
- Operations: N/A
- Traffic/Approach: N/A
- ATIS: N/A
Operation Hours
- Extra Hours On Request: No
- Remarks: N/A
Contacts
- AIS Tel: N/A
- ARO Tel: N/A
- MET Tel: N/A
- Admin Tel: N/A
- Health Tel: N/A
- Police Tel: N/A
- Authorities Tel: N/A
- Website: N/A
- Remarks: N/A
Slots / PPR
- Slot Required: No
- PPR Required: Yes
- PPR Contact: Kinshasa ATC / RVA
- Remarks: N/A
Fees
- Landing Fee: Based on MTOW; approx USD 12/ton
- Parking Fee: USD 6/ton per 24h
- Handling Mandatory: Yes
- Currency: USD
- Remarks: RVA (Regie des Voies Aeriennes) fees. N'djili International is DR Congo's main airport.
Fuel Information
- Fuel Type: Jet A-1
- Price/L: N/A
- Last Updated: 2026-02-18
- Remarks: Limited suppliers (ENGEN, SEP Congo). Fuel expensive due to logistics. Pre-arrange.
Immigration
- Port of Entry: Yes
- GENDEC Required: No
- GAR Required: No
- Remarks: International airport. Visa required for all nationalities. Apply at DRC embassy in advance. Yellow fever mandatory.
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Restrictions
- Curfew Start: N/A
- Curfew End: N/A
- Noise Chapter Min: N/A
- Remarks: No published curfew. Check NOTAMs. Limited ground handling. Airport infrastructure challenging.
Alternates
FCBB
- ICAO: FCBB
- Name: Maya-Maya
- Distance (NM): 14.0
- Has IFR: Yes
- Port of Entry: Yes
- Immigration Remarks: International airport of entry. Customs, immigration and health services H24. Yellow fever vaccination certificate mandatory. Landing permit required. Visa required for most nationalities — apply at consular office.
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Congo, The Democratic Republic of the Permit Requirements
- Overflight Permit: Yes
- Landing Permit: Yes
- Overflight Lead Time: 48 working hours before departure
- Landing Lead Time: 48 working hours before departure
Private flights require permits. AOC not required for private aircraft.
Active NOTAMs
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Airport History
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Explore HistoryFrequently Asked Questions
- What is the tower frequency at FZAA?
- The tower frequency at N'Djili Intl is 118.1 MHz.
- What fuel is available at FZAA?
- N'Djili Intl offers Jet A-1.
- Does FZAA require landing permits?
- Yes, landing permits are required for N'Djili Intl (Congo, The Democratic Republic of the).
- Does FZAA require slots or PPR?
- PPR is required at N'Djili Intl.
- Where is FZAA located?
- N'Djili Intl (FZAA) is located in Kinshasa, Congo, The Democratic Republic of the.
- What is the IATA code for FZAA?
- The IATA code for N'Djili Intl is FIH.
- How long is the runway at FZAA?
- The main runway at N'Djili Intl (06/24) measures 15420 X 197.
- Does FZAA have an ILS approach?
- Yes, N'Djili Intl has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 06/24.
- Is FZAA a port of entry?
- Yes, N'Djili Intl is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.