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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to the Democratic Republic of the Congo from R3 159

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — FIH
Aug 29 — Sep 51
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Democratic Republic of the Congo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Democratic Republic of the Congo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 30 July 2026.

Thu 15/1010:40
JNB
-
FBM
Nonstop2h 35m
Airlink
Sun 18/1013:55
FBM
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 40m
Airlink
Deal found 27/7R6 837
Thu 6/810:40
JNB
-
FBM
Nonstop2h 35m
Airlink
Sun 9/813:55
FBM
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 40m
Airlink
Deal found 27/7R6 854
Wed 9/910:40
JNB
-
FBM
Nonstop2h 35m
Airlink
Wed 16/913:55
FBM
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 40m
Airlink
Deal found 29/7R6 904
Fri 11/910:40
JNB
-
FBM
Nonstop2h 35m
Airlink
Fri 18/913:55
FBM
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 40m
Airlink
Deal found 28/7R6 921
Fri 21/89:30
JNB
-
FBM
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Mon 24/813:10
FBM
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Deal found 26/7R6 971
Sat 15/89:30
JNB
-
FBM
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Sun 23/813:10
FBM
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Deal found 29/7R6 988
Sun 26/710:40
JNB
-
FBM
Nonstop2h 35m
Airlink
Mon 27/713:55
FBM
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 40m
Airlink
Deal found 25/7R7 138
Sat 1/89:30
JNB
-
FBM
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Wed 5/813:10
FBM
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Deal found 30/7R7 188
Sun 26/79:30
JNB
-
FBM
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Mon 3/813:10
FBM
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Deal found 25/7R7 472
Sun 30/81:15
JNB
-
FIH
1 stop8h 55m
Kenya Airways
Sat 12/910:10
FIH
-
JNB
1 stop23h 45m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 27/7R8 158
Mon 24/817:00
JNB
-
FIH
1 stop17h 10m
Kenya Airways
Mon 31/810:10
FIH
-
JNB
1 stop13h 05m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 27/7R8 275
Wed 29/72:00
JNB
-
FIH
Nonstop4h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 6/818:45
FIH
-
JNB
Nonstop4h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 25/7R8 409

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Democratic Republic of the Congo

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Johannesburg to Democratic Republic of the Congo flight deals. Data was last updated 30 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R6 837

One-way from

R3 159

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R8 275
Airlink
  • Airlink
  • 15/10-18/10
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Democratic Republic of the Congo
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TAAG
  • TAAG
  • 3/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 9h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to Democratic Republic of the Congo
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R1 397 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg to Democratic Republic of the Congo that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 30 July 2026.
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JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB - FBM

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/10

10:40-13:15

Nonstop2h 35m

Lubumbashi Luano

Sun 18/10

13:55-16:35

Nonstop2h 40m

R6 837

JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB - FBM

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 13/9

10:40-13:15

Nonstop2h 35m

Lubumbashi Luano

Sun 20/9

13:55-16:35

Nonstop2h 40m

R6 921

JohannesburgKinshasa

JNB - FIH

JNBFIH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 31/8

5:00-8:25

Nonstop4h 25m

Kinshasa N'djili

Sat 12/9

18:45-0:05

Nonstop4h 20m

R8 409

JohannesburgKinshasa

JNB - FIH

JNBFIH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/8

2:00-5:00

Nonstop4h 00m

Kinshasa N'djili

Sun 16/8

18:45-0:05

Nonstop4h 20m

R8 709

JohannesburgKinshasa

JNB - FIH

JNBFIH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/8

5:00-8:25

Nonstop4h 25m

Kinshasa N'djili

Sun 9/8

18:45-0:05

Nonstop4h 20m

R8 743

JohannesburgKinshasa

JNB - FIH

JNBFIH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/8

1:15-9:10

1 stop8h 55m

Kinshasa N'djili

Sun 16/8

10:10-15:50

1 stop28h 40m

R8 860

JohannesburgKinshasa

JNB - FIH

JNBFIH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 15/8

21:00-23:50

Nonstop3h 50m

Kinshasa N'djili

Fri 21/8

0:50-5:40

Nonstop3h 50m

R8 910

JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB - FBM

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 13/9

9:30-12:10

Nonstop2h 40m

Lubumbashi Luano

Sun 20/9

14:35-0:15

2 stops9h 40m

R9 094

JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB - FBM

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/8

10:40-13:15

Nonstop2h 35m

Lubumbashi Luano

Sun 9/8

14:45-0:15

2 stops9h 30m

R9 127

JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB - FBM

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 12/9

1:15-13:35

1 stop12h 20m

Lubumbashi Luano

Sun 20/9

14:35-15:50

2 stops25h 15m

R9 328

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Democratic Republic of the Congo

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Democratic Republic of the Congo from Johannesburg with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to the Democratic Republic of the Congo

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Democratic Republic of the Congo?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Democratic Republic of the Congo (average of R6 302). Flying from Johannesburg to Democratic Republic of the Congo in May is currently the most expensive (average of R8 158). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to CD?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg to Democratic Republic of the Congo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 30 July 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Johannesburg to Democratic Republic of the Congo as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Johannesburg to Democratic Republic of the Congo

Explore weekly flight availability from Johannesburg to Democratic Republic of the Congo. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 30 July 2026.

The most flights from ZA1 to CD0 are scheduled on a Wednesday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

How often are flights from Johannesburg to the Democratic Republic of the Congo delayed?

About 14% of weekly flights between Johannesburg and Democratic Republic of the Congo have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 90 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Johannesburg to the Democratic Republic of the Congo flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Johannesburg to the Democratic Republic of the Congo flights?

Over the past year, South African have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 8% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg to Democratic Republic of the Congo?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg to Democratic Republic of the Congo, you should look to book at least 40 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.

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 30 July 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Airlink,ASKY, andSouth African from Johannesburg to the Democratic Republic of the Congo by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
92 reviews
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Comfort

8,2

Food

8,0

Entertainment

6,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,4

Crew

8,8

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
92 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
92 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,2

Food

8,0

Entertainment

6,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,4

Crew

8,8

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
60 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
92 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,2

Food

8,0

Entertainment

6,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,4

Crew

8,8

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
63 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
92 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,2

Food

8,0

Entertainment

6,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,4

Crew

8,8

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
1 011 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
92 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,2

Food

8,0

Entertainment

6,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,4

Crew

8,8

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
314 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
92 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,2

Food

8,0

Entertainment

6,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,4

Crew

8,8

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

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Johannesburg to Democratic Republic of the Congo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Democratic Republic of the Congo?

    Airlink, Ethiopian Air, and Kenya Airways can get you from Johannesburg to Democratic Republic of the Congo in just under 2h 35m. Your travel time can differ by up to 6h 20m. The distance between Johannesburg and Democratic Republic of the Congo is about 1617 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg to Democratic Republic of the Congo one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Cathay Pacific, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R7 056. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qatar Airways and Etihad Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Johannesburg to Democratic Republic of the Congo for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Johannesburg to Democratic Republic of the Congo?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Johannesburg to Democratic Republic of the Congo on time: ASKY (89%), Air Senegal (88%), South African (71%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Democratic Republic of the Congo?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Johannesburg to Democratic Republic of the Congo? While on average our users pay R12 604, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R4 324. The most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Kinshasa N'djili), is priced around R8 409.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Democratic Republic of the Congo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to Democratic Republic of the Congo flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Democratic Republic of the Congo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Johannesburg to Democratic Republic of the Congo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to Democratic Republic of the Congo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to Democratic Republic of the Congo by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Democratic Republic of the Congo?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Democratic Republic of the Congo (average of R6 302). Flying from Johannesburg to Democratic Republic of the Congo in May is currently the most expensive (average of R8 158). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Democratic Republic of the Congo

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg to Democratic Republic of the Congo. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 30 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR3 312AverageR7 717FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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South AfricanCheapestR4 937AverageR7 758FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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AirlinkCheapestR5 392AverageR6 606FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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ASKYCheapestR5 495AverageR7 736FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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TAAGCheapestR5 522AverageR6 255FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR6 845AverageR7 464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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