Qatar Airways touches down for first time in Kinshasa

Kinshasa, Congo: Qatar Airways has opened up a new gateway in Africa, connecting the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) with Europe, the Middle Ea...

Kinshasa, Congo: Qatar Airways has opened up a new gateway in Africa, connecting the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) with Europe, the Middle East and Asia. The inaugural flight from Doha to Kinshasa landed at N’djili International Airport on Saturday, June 1, 2024, bringing the total number of African destinations served by the airline to 29.

The new route promises to connect Kinshasa to the world via Qatar Airways’ Doha hub, Hamad International Airport.

Additionally, this strategic move by the airline will improve air connectivity across the African continent and will forge stronger economic and business prospects as well as cultural ties.

Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive Officer, Engr. Badr Mohammed Al-Meer, said: “At Qatar Airways, we recognise the immense potential in Africa. We are dedicated to enhancing connectivity throughout the continent, enabling seamless access to business and leisure opportunities. We look forward to offering our passengers travelling to and from the DRC convenient travel options through our award-winning hub, Hamad International Airport.”