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R3 374+ Cheap flights to the Democratic Republic of the Congo

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Flights to Democratic Republic of the Congo in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Democratic Republic of the Congo
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Democratic Republic of the Congo. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 6 July 2026.

Tue 4/89:30
JNB
-
FBM
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Tue 11/813:10
FBM
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Deal found 5/7R6 781
Fri 14/89:30
JNB
-
FBM
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Fri 21/813:10
FBM
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Deal found 2/7R6 895
Fri 17/79:30
JNB
-
FBM
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Fri 24/713:10
FBM
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Deal found 3/7R7 122
Thu 15/109:30
JNB
-
FBM
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Sun 18/1013:10
FBM
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Deal found 2/7R7 398
Sun 2/812:10
JNB
-
FIH
1 stop22h 00m
Kenya Airways
Sat 8/810:10
FIH
-
JNB
1 stop28h 40m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 3/7R7 495
Thu 16/710:40
JNB
-
FBM
Nonstop2h 35m
Airlink
Fri 24/713:55
FBM
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 40m
Airlink
Deal found 4/7R7 592

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Find the latest flights to Democratic Republic of the Congo in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 6 July 2026.

Return from

R7 495

One-way from

R3 374

Popular in

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Cheapest in

February

Average price

R8 079
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 2/8-8/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 50h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to Kinshasa
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TAAG
  • TAAG
  • 30/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 9h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to Democratic Republic of the Congo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price (R32 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R82 potential savings vs. average return price).
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JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB - FBM

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 14/8

9:30-12:10

Nonstop2h 40m

Lubumbashi Luano

Fri 21/8

13:10-15:50

Nonstop2h 40m

R6 895

JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB - FBM

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 17/7

9:30-12:10

Nonstop2h 40m

Lubumbashi Luano

Fri 24/7

13:10-15:50

Nonstop2h 40m

R7 122

JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB - FBM

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/10

9:30-12:10

Nonstop2h 40m

Lubumbashi Luano

Sun 18/10

13:10-15:50

Nonstop2h 40m

R7 414
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB - FBM

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 16/7

10:40-13:15

Nonstop2h 35m

Lubumbashi Luano

Fri 24/7

13:55-16:35

Nonstop2h 40m

R7 592

JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB - FBM

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/7

10:40-13:15

Nonstop2h 35m

Lubumbashi Luano

Fri 24/7

13:55-16:35

Nonstop2h 40m

R7 592

JohannesburgKinshasa

JNB - FIH

JNBFIH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 28/8

13:45-2:30

1 stop13h 45m

Kinshasa N'djili

Tue 1/9

10:30-2:00

1 stop14h 30m

R8 095

JohannesburgKinshasa

JNB - FIH

JNBFIH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/8

5:30-8:55

Nonstop4h 25m

Kinshasa N'djili

Wed 12/8

20:00-1:00

Nonstop4h 00m

R8 257

JohannesburgKinshasa

JNB - FIH

JNBFIH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 11/9

5:30-8:55

Nonstop4h 25m

Kinshasa N'djili

Fri 18/9

20:00-1:00

Nonstop4h 00m

R8 257

JohannesburgKinshasa

JNB - FIH

JNBFIH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 28/8

5:30-8:55

Nonstop4h 25m

Kinshasa N'djili

Tue 1/9

18:45-0:05

Nonstop4h 20m

R8 290

JohannesburgKinshasa

JNB - FIH

JNBFIH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 11/9

16:20-0:45

2 stops33h 25m

Kinshasa N'djili

Thu 17/9

1:45-14:40

2 stops11h 55m

R8 452

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Everything you need to know about your flight to the Democratic Republic of the Congo

How long is the flight to Democratic Republic of the Congo?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Democratic Republic of the Congo takes 3 hours 12 minutes. Flights to Democratic Republic of the Congo from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Democratic Republic of the Congo?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Democratic Republic of the Congo are South African, Airlink and Ethiopian Air.

South African
South African
From R4 794
Airlink
Airlink
From R5 231
Ethiopian Air
Ethiopian Air
From R3 214
TAAG
TAAG
From R5 358

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Democratic Republic of the Congo?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Democratic Republic of the Congo are Ethiopian Air, South African and Airlink.

Rainfall in Democratic Republic of the Congo by month

Plan your trip to Democratic Republic of the Congo by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Democratic Republic of the Congo ranges from 0.0 - 230.0 mm per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 230.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Democratic Republic of the Congo when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Democratic Republic of the Congo by month

Plan your trip to Democratic Republic of the Congo by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Democratic Republic of the Congo, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 26.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 22.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to Democratic Republic of the Congo?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Democratic Republic of the Congo, you should look to book at least 76 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What are the most popular places to fly to in Democratic Republic of the Congo?

Destination popularity is based on the amount of flight searches to Democratic Republic of the Congo in the last few years. This data was updated on 6 July 2026.
The most popular places in Democratic Republic of the Congo to fly to are Kinshasa, Lubumbashi and Goma.

Reviews of airlines servicing Democratic Republic of the Congo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Democratic Republic of the Congo. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Democratic Republic of the Congo. Reviews last updated 6 July 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown Airlink,ASKY, andSouth African to the Democratic Republic of the Congo to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
89 reviews
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Comfort

8,3

Crew

8,9

Entertainment

6,4

Overall

8,4

Boarding

8,2

Food

8,0

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
89 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
89 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,3

Crew

8,9

Entertainment

6,4

Overall

8,4

Boarding

8,2

Food

8,0

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
ASKY
7,6
Good
61 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
89 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,3

Crew

8,9

Entertainment

6,4

Overall

8,4

Boarding

8,2

Food

8,0

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
South African
7,6
Good
62 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
89 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,3

Crew

8,9

Entertainment

6,4

Overall

8,4

Boarding

8,2

Food

8,0

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 008 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
89 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,3

Crew

8,9

Entertainment

6,4

Overall

8,4

Boarding

8,2

Food

8,0

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
Kenya Airways
6,7
Okay
309 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
89 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,3

Crew

8,9

Entertainment

6,4

Overall

8,4

Boarding

8,2

Food

8,0

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

FAQs about flying to Democratic Republic of the Congo

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Democratic Republic of the Congo if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Democratic Republic of the Congo on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Democratic Republic of the Congo?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Ethiopian Air is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Democratic Republic of the Congo.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Democratic Republic of the Congo?

    Lubumbashi Luano is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Democratic Republic of the Congo. One-way flights to Lubumbashi Luano typically cost R2 959, while return flights cost around R6 833.

  • How much is a return flight to Democratic Republic of the Congo?

    A return flight to Democratic Republic of the Congo will typically cost around R24 011, however they can be found for as little as R7 755.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Democratic Republic of the Congo depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Democratic Republic of the Congo, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (2 hours 35 minutes).

  • Does Kinshasa N'djili have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Kinshasa N'djili can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Kinshasa N'djili?

    Yes. Kinshasa N'djili has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Hotel Ndombe is the closest property to Kinshasa N'djili (3,2 km away from Kinshasa N'djili).

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