Brazzaville to Matadi flights
Matadi lies 267 km (166 mi) south-west of Brazzaville, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 6 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Brazzaville | Matadi | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Republic of the Congo | Democratic Republic of the Congo |
| Population | 2 million | 425,662 |
| Elevation | 284 m (932 ft) | 183 m (600 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Brazzaville) | UTC+1 (Africa/Kinshasa) |
| Nearest large airport | BZV, 4 km out | SSY, 99 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Matadi
Crossing from Republic of the Congo into Democratic Republic of the Congo: money changes from the Franc to the Franc (CDF); sockets are AC power s and sockets: British and related types, Euro, Type E; the dialling code becomes +243; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q11185210 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648804.
Airports at each end
Leaving Brazzaville
Brazzaville is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Maya-Maya International Airport (BZV), 4 km (2 mi) from the centre, whose 10,827-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Ndjili International Airport (FIH, 22 km).
Arriving in Matadi
Matadi is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Mbanza Congo Airport (SSY), 99 km (62 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 5,905 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mbanza Congo Airport (regional) | SSY | 99 km (62 mi) | 5,905 ft | 1,860 ft |
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Staying in Matadi
Our booking partner lists 1 places to stay in Matadi. Of the 1 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (1). Guests have left 3 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Matadi from Brazzaville?
267 km (166 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Brazzaville.
How long does it take to get from Brazzaville to Matadi by air?
About 1 h 6 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Brazzaville and Matadi?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Brazzaville to Matadi flights?
Typically Maya-Maya International Airport (BZV) to Mbanza Congo Airport (SSY).
What currency do I need in Matadi?
The Franc (CDF).
Where can I stay in Matadi?
Our booking partner lists 1 places to stay in Matadi, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.