Private charter between Lodja and Kinshasa starts at US$11,000 aboard a turboprop.
We fly Lodja (LJA) ⇄ Kinshasa (FIH) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
As the crow flies, Lodja to Kinshasa is roughly 912 kilometres — 567 miles, or 493 nautical miles.
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Chartering a private jet from Lodja to Kinshasa (and Kinshasa to Lodja) ranges from US$11,000 for a turboprop like the Pilatus PC-12 NGX, up to US$31,500 for a short-field turboprop such as the De Havilland Twin Otter 400. Charters on this route are dog- and pet-friendly, with in-cabin access for your companion.
Suited to the runway and surface available at this destination. With seating for , it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
Suited to the runway and surface available at this destination. With seating for , it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
Suited to the runway and surface available at this destination. With seating for 7-8, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
Suited to the runway and surface available at this destination. 6-9 seats and 1,980 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
Suited to the runway and surface available at this destination. 9-12 seats and 1,480 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | On request | |||
| Turboprop | On request | |||
| Turboprop | On request | 7-8 | ||
| Short-Field Turboprop | On request | 6-9 | ||
| Short-Field Turboprop | On request | 9-12 |
Same aircraft, same route — return pricing is symmetric; flight times can vary about ±10% with wind direction.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
Charter pricing on Lodja–Kinshasa moves with route distance, winds, fuel costs at both ends, and airport charges at origin and destination. We lock in a firm, all-in figure once we match your dates to available aircraft.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Lodja, Democratic Republic of the Congo: Lodja Airport.
Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo: Ndjili International Airport, Ndolo Airport and Maya-Maya International Airport.
| Lodja Airport | Ndjili International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | FZVA / LJA | FZAA / FIH |
| Longest hard runway | — | 13,123 ft |
| Surface | Grass | Concrete |
| Field elevation | 1,647 ft | 1,027 ft |
No aircraft in our fleet range covers this sector non-stop from these airfields; a fuel stop is part of any realistic plan.
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 11,623 ft spare |
1,800 km 660 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 11,123 ft spare |
2,700 km 1,560 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 9,923 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,040 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 10,223 ft spare |
2,410 km 1,270 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 10,123 ft spare |
2,900 km 1,760 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 9,623 ft spare |
3,700 km 2,560 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 9,845 ft spare |
3,650 km 2,510 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 8,923 ft spare |
3,900 km 2,760 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 7,547 ft spare |
4,600 km 3,460 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 8,193 ft spare |
5,926 km 4,786 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 8,223 ft spare |
6,400 km 5,260 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 8,431 ft spare |
7,220 km 6,080 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 7,683 ft spare |
7,400 km 6,260 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 7,823 ft spare |
7,800 km 6,660 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 8,333 ft spare |
7,400 km 6,260 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 7,123 ft spare |
14,260 km 13,120 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 7,323 ft spare |
11,112 km 9,972 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 7,123 ft spare |
12,960 km 11,820 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 8,323 ft spare |
11,945 km 10,805 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
Alternates within range: Ndolo Airport (5,526 ft, 15 km) · Maya-Maya International Airport (10,827 ft, 26 km)
Your dog or cat travels in the cabin beside you — never in the hold. Just mention your pet when you enquire.
Your aircraft is sourced from operators we have verified — licensing, insurance, maintenance history and crew ratings included.
We aim to have live options and a firm quote in your hands within 60 minutes of your request.
Airline schedules are fixed; yours doesn't have to be. Depart Lodja–Kinshasa when the time is right.
Lodja–Kinshasa is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
Budget US$11,000 – US$31,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a turboprop sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
Roughly gate to gate across the 912 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
This sector is mainly served by Turboprop, Short-Field Turboprop. We lead with a turboprop for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Yes — we handle last-minute Lodja–Kinshasa charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Absolutely — pets travel in the cabin with you on this route; just tell us the details when you ask for a quote.
Of course: Kinshasa to Lodja runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
