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Cheap flights from South Africa to the Democratic Republic of the Congo from R3 079

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 24/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — FIH
Apr 15 — Apr 221
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Democratic Republic of the Congo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Democratic Republic of the Congo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 March 2026.

Thu 19/39:25
JNB
-
FBM
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Sat 18/413:10
FBM
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Deal found 13/3R5 041
Wed 18/39:25
JNB
-
FBM
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Fri 17/413:10
FBM
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Deal found 12/3R5 143
Fri 20/39:25
JNB
-
FBM
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Thu 2/413:10
FBM
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Deal found 11/3R5 194
Sun 22/39:25
JNB
-
FBM
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Mon 20/413:10
FBM
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Deal found 13/3R5 295
Fri 20/39:25
JNB
-
FBM
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Sat 21/312:55
FBM
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Deal found 14/3R5 431
Thu 19/39:25
JNB
-
FBM
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Sun 22/312:55
FBM
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Deal found 14/3R5 498
Fri 20/39:25
JNB
-
FBM
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Sun 22/312:55
FBM
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Deal found 14/3R5 515
Thu 19/39:25
JNB
-
FBM
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Sat 21/312:55
FBM
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Deal found 14/3R5 600
Sun 12/417:30
JNB
-
FBM
Nonstop2h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 19/413:30
FBM
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 15/3R5 820
Tue 28/414:15
JNB
-
FIH
2 stops24h 05m
Air Tanzania
Wed 6/514:20
FIH
-
JNB
1 stop21h 55m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 15/3R6 919
Fri 20/35:30
JNB
-
FIH
Nonstop4h 25m
ASKY
Thu 26/318:45
FIH
-
JNB
Nonstop4h 20m
ASKY
Deal found 13/3R7 021
Tue 26/514:15
JNB
-
FIH
2 stops24h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 1/60:20
FIH
-
JNB
2 stops13h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/3R7 376

Find flight deals from South Africa to Democratic Republic of the Congo

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Democratic Republic of the Congo flight deals. Data was last updated 16 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R5 820

One-way from

R3 079

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R7 342

Good round-trip deal

R5 225 or less

Good one-way deal

R3 567 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 12/4-19/4
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 40m total
  • South Africa to Democratic Republic of the Congo
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Air Tanzania
  • Air Tanzania
  • 24/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 24h 05m total
  • South Africa to Democratic Republic of the Congo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R7 458 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 134 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa 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 16 March 2026.
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JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB - FBM

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/4

10:40-13:10

Nonstop2h 30m

Lubumbashi Luano

Mon 6/4

13:55-16:35

Nonstop2h 40m

R6 293

JohannesburgKinshasa

JNB - FIH

JNBFIH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 21/6

5:30-8:55

Nonstop4h 25m

Kinshasa N'djili

Thu 25/6

18:45-0:05

Nonstop4h 20m

R7 664

JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB - FBM

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/4

17:30-20:20

Nonstop2h 50m

Lubumbashi Luano

Sun 19/4

14:05-3:55

1 stop13h 50m

R7 782

JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB - FBM

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 16/8

10:40-13:10

Nonstop2h 30m

Lubumbashi Luano

Tue 18/8

13:55-16:35

Nonstop2h 40m

R8 154

JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB - FBM

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 31/7

8:20-1:20

1 stop17h 00m

Lubumbashi Luano

Sun 9/8

13:30-16:20

Nonstop2h 50m

R8 154

JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB - FBM

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 16/8

17:30-20:20

Nonstop2h 50m

Lubumbashi Luano

Mon 17/8

2:20-13:05

1 stop10h 45m

R8 154

JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB - FBM

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 26/4

17:30-20:20

Nonstop2h 50m

Lubumbashi Luano

Sun 3/5

14:05-3:55

1 stop13h 50m

R8 256

JohannesburgKinshasa

JNB - FIH

JNBFIH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/5

14:15-13:20

2 stops24h 05m

Kinshasa N'djili

Tue 12/5

10:00-0:15

1 stop13h 15m

R8 290

JohannesburgKinshasa

JNB - FIH

JNBFIH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/5

14:30-0:05

1 stop10h 35m

Kinshasa N'djili

Tue 12/5

18:45-0:05

Nonstop4h 20m

R8 797

JohannesburgKinshasa

JNB - FIH

JNBFIH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/4

8:20-0:05

1 stop16h 45m

Kinshasa N'djili

Tue 5/5

18:45-0:05

Nonstop4h 20m

R9 491

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

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

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Democratic Republic of the Congo (average of R4 077). Flying from South Africa to Democratic Republic of the Congo in June is currently the most expensive (average of R6 463). 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 ZA to CD?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa 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 16 March 2026.

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

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

About 17% of weekly flights between South Africa and Democratic Republic of the Congo have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 89 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning 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 South Africa 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 10% of flights being delayed.

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 16 March 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Airlink,ASKY, andSouth African from South Africa 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
83 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Overall

8,4

Crew

8,9

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

6,4

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

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Overall

8,4

Crew

8,9

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

6,4

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
7,5
Good
68 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
83 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Overall

8,4

Crew

8,9

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

6,4

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
7,5
Good
58 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
83 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Overall

8,4

Crew

8,9

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

6,4

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
972 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
83 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Overall

8,4

Crew

8,9

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

6,4

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
296 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
83 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Overall

8,4

Crew

8,9

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

6,4

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 South Africa 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 South Africa to Democratic Republic of the Congo?

    Airlink and Ethiopian Air can get you from South Africa to Democratic Republic of the Congo in just under 2h 30m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. There are 1617 km between South Africa and Democratic Republic of the Congo. Most flights are nonstop.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from South Africa to Democratic Republic of the Congo are South African (R2 250), TAAG (R2 825), and Airlink (R3 021).

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa 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 South Africa to Democratic Republic of the Congo.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa 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 South Africa to Democratic Republic of the Congo?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Democratic Republic of the Congo (average of R4 077). Flying from South Africa to Democratic Republic of the Congo in June is currently the most expensive (average of R6 463). 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 8 airlines flying from South Africa to Democratic Republic of the Congo

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from South Africa 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 16 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air Côte d’IvoireCheapestR3 466AverageR7 024FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR4 073AverageR8 673FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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South AfricanCheapestR5 009AverageR8 639FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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AirlinkCheapestR5 436AverageR8 190FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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TAAGCheapestR5 588AverageR6 184FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Uganda AirlinesCheapestR6 358AverageR7 028FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR6 453AverageR7 011FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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ASKYCheapestR7 085AverageR7 709FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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