Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Lagos ➔ Kinshasa
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~9,440 km
Average flight time
~11h 31m
Recommended aircraft
Heavy Jet (Falcon 7X, Gulfstream G450)
Whether for an urgent business trip or an exclusive leisure flight, our brokers organise your journey between Lagos and Kinshasa aboard latest-generation aircraft. Discreet handling, dedicated cabin crew, FBO access at departure and arrival, ground transfers and on-board catering tailored to your wishes — every detail is curated by a Redwood senior broker.
Operational context
Chartering privately between Lagos Murtala Muhammed (DNMM) and Kinshasa N'djili (FZAA) removes connections entirely: 1,816 km non-stop in 2h25. We lock slot, handling and fuel before confirming, with positioning computed from the nearest base to Lagos. Onward helicopter transfer available to Gombe.
Departure and arrival airports
Lagos Murtala Muhammed (DNMM)
On the departure side, Lagos Murtala Muhammed (DNMM) serves Lagos from 6.58°N / 3.32°E. The general-aviation terminal is run by Evergreen Apple Nigeria; 3900 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation. Helicopter onward leg to Victoria Island / Ikoyi.
Kinshasa N'djili (FZAA)
Kinshasa N'djili (FZAA / FIH) is a niche luxury field at 4.39°S / 15.44°E, DR Congo. Runway: 4700 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation. Business-aviation handling: Pegasus Aviation. Helicopter link: Gombe.
Route data
- Great-circle distance
- 1,816 km · 981 NM
- Estimated block time
- 2h25
- Recommended aircraft
- Falcon 2000LXS (Heavy Jet)
- Departure FBO
- Evergreen Apple Nigeria — Lagos Murtala Muhammed (DNMM / LOS)
- Arrival FBO
- Pegasus Aviation — Kinshasa N'djili (FZAA / FIH)
- Departure runway
- 3900 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
- Arrival runway
- 4700 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
- Onward helicopter
- Gombe
Seasonality & slots
Year-round operations; watch the wet season for afternoon convective delays and alternate fuel planning.
Customs & formalities
International sector Nigéria → RD Congo: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Lagos to Kinshasa?
About 2h25 block time on a Falcon 2000LXS, for 1,816 km great-circle between DNMM and FZAA.
Which aircraft suits Lagos → Kinshasa?
A Falcon 2000LXS (Heavy Jet) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 4700 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation.
How fast can we depart from Lagos Murtala Muhammed?
Wheels-up is typically possible within 2 to 4 hours subject to slot and crew duty, from Evergreen Apple Nigeria.
What about customs and formalities?
International sector Nigéria → RD Congo: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.