Qatar Airways has announced the launch of flights to Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), and an increase in frequency to Luanda, Angola. Both services are effective June 1.

This expansion enhances travel options within Africa and provides a new entry point for international travel to China, Europe, and the Indian Subcontinent via Doha, Qatar. With Kinshasa, the airline now serves 29 destinations in Africa.

The frequency to Luanda will increase from one weekly flight to four, with a combined service to Kinshasa. This route will be operated by a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, featuring 22 Business Class seats and 232 Economy Class seats.

Thierry Antinori, Qatar Airways Chief Commercial Officer, said the airline is committed to enhancing connectivity to Africa, and the inclusion of Kinshasa in their network is a significant step in achieving this goal.

The flight schedule is as follows:

Flight QRQ1491:

Doha (DOH) to Kinshasa (FIH) – departing Doha at 02h45, arriving in Kinshasa at 08h10.

Kinshasa (FIH) to Luanda (LAD) – departing Kinshasa at 09h40, arriving in Luanda at 10h55.

Luanda (LAD) to Doha (DOH) – departing Luanda at 12h25, arriving in Doha at 22h50.

Flight QRQ1489:

Doha (DOH) to Luanda (LAD) – departing Doha at 09h20, arriving in Luanda at 15h40.

Luanda (LAD) to Kinshasa (FIH) – departing Luanda at 17h10, arriving in Kinshasa at 18h25.

Kinshasa (FIH) to Doha (DOH) – departing Kinshasa at 19h55, arriving in Doha at 05h45 the next day.