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Cheap flights from South Africa to the Democratic Republic of the Congo from R3 262

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 28/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — FIH
May 29 — Jun 51
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 29 April 2026.

Mon 24/816:40
JNB
-
FIH
1 stop7h 40m
TAAG
Mon 31/80:20
FIH
-
JNB
2 stops13h 20m
TAAG
Deal found 26/4R6 557
Thu 14/516:40
JNB
-
FIH
1 stop7h 40m
TAAG
Mon 18/50:20
FIH
-
JNB
2 stops13h 20m
TAAG
Deal found 25/4R6 689
Tue 25/85:45
JNB
-
FIH
Nonstop4h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 31/80:20
FIH
-
JNB
2 stops13h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4R6 822
Tue 9/610:40
JNB
-
FBM
Nonstop2h 35m
Airlink
Tue 16/613:55
FBM
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 40m
Airlink
Deal found 25/4R7 120
Mon 25/510:40
JNB
-
FBM
Nonstop2h 35m
Airlink
Mon 1/613:55
FBM
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 40m
Airlink
Deal found 27/4R7 136
Wed 10/610:40
JNB
-
FBM
Nonstop2h 35m
Airlink
Wed 17/613:55
FBM
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 40m
Airlink
Deal found 26/4R7 153
Fri 12/610:40
JNB
-
FBM
Nonstop2h 35m
Airlink
Fri 19/613:55
FBM
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 40m
Airlink
Deal found 29/4R7 285
Sat 25/410:40
JNB
-
FBM
Nonstop2h 35m
Airlink
Mon 15/613:55
FBM
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 40m
Airlink
Deal found 24/4R7 501
Thu 28/520:40
JNB
-
FIH
1 stop10h 20m
Uganda Airlines
Thu 4/68:45
FIH
-
JNB
1 stop9h 55m
Uganda Airlines
Deal found 28/4R7 666
Wed 10/61:15
JNB
-
FIH
1 stop8h 55m
Kenya Airways
Thu 18/610:10
FIH
-
JNB
1 stop28h 40m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 27/4R7 699
Thu 18/616:40
JNB
-
FIH
1 stop7h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 29/614:20
FIH
-
JNB
1 stop21h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/4R7 732
Thu 14/59:30
JNB
-
FIH
2 stops14h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 18/50:20
FIH
-
JNB
2 stops26h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4R7 865

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 29 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R6 557

One-way from

R3 262

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R7 964

Good round-trip deal

R6 980 or less

Good one-way deal

R3 681 or less
TAAG
  • TAAG
  • 24/8-31/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 21h 00m total
  • South Africa to Democratic Republic of the Congo
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TAAG
  • TAAG
  • 28/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 7h 40m total
  • South Africa to Democratic Republic of the Congo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R5 039 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R1 849 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 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 29 April 2026.
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JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB - FBM

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/6

10:40-13:15

Nonstop2h 35m

Lubumbashi Luano

Tue 16/6

13:55-16:35

Nonstop2h 40m

R7 120

JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB - FBM

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 12/6

10:40-13:15

Nonstop2h 35m

Lubumbashi Luano

Fri 19/6

13:55-16:35

Nonstop2h 40m

R7 285

JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB - FBM

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/7

10:40-13:15

Nonstop2h 35m

Lubumbashi Luano

Sun 9/8

13:55-16:35

Nonstop2h 40m

R7 915

JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB - FBM

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 15/5

10:40-13:15

Nonstop2h 35m

Lubumbashi Luano

Sun 17/5

13:55-16:35

Nonstop2h 40m

R8 064

JohannesburgKinshasa

JNB - FIH

JNBFIH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/5

5:30-8:55

Nonstop4h 25m

Kinshasa N'djili

Fri 29/5

9:30-16:50

1 stop6h 20m

R8 295

JohannesburgKinshasa

JNB - FIH

JNBFIH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/7

5:30-8:55

Nonstop4h 25m

Kinshasa N'djili

Sun 12/7

11:40-16:40

Nonstop4h 00m

R8 478

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

R8 643

JohannesburgKinshasa

JNB - FIH

JNBFIH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 19/5

14:15-13:20

2 stops24h 05m

Kinshasa N'djili

Sat 20/6

10:10-10:55

1 stop23h 45m

R8 941

JohannesburgKinshasa

JNB - FIH

JNBFIH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/7

14:15-13:20

1 stop24h 05m

Kinshasa N'djili

Sat 11/7

0:20-4:15

2 stops26h 55m

R9 040

JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB - FBM

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/7

17:00-15:20

2 stops22h 20m

Lubumbashi Luano

Sun 9/8

14:35-0:15

2 stops9h 40m

R9 554

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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

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

Booking 40 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from South Africa to Democratic Republic of the Congo. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Democratic Republic of the Congo (average of R3 345). Flying from South Africa to Democratic Republic of the Congo in December is currently the most expensive (average of R17 336). 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 29 April 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 in the early afternoon 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 9% 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 29 April 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Airlink,South African, andASKY 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
8,5
Very Good
87 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Food

8,0

Overall

8,5

Entertainment

6,4

Comfort

8,3

Crew

8,9

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
8,5
Very Good
87 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
87 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Food

8,0

Overall

8,5

Entertainment

6,4

Comfort

8,3

Crew

8,9

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
60 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
87 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Food

8,0

Overall

8,5

Entertainment

6,4

Comfort

8,3

Crew

8,9

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
67 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
87 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Food

8,0

Overall

8,5

Entertainment

6,4

Comfort

8,3

Crew

8,9

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
1 003 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
87 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Food

8,0

Overall

8,5

Entertainment

6,4

Comfort

8,3

Crew

8,9

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
303 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
87 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Food

8,0

Overall

8,5

Entertainment

6,4

Comfort

8,3

Crew

8,9

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 35m. 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 237), Air Tanzania (R2 404), and TAAG (R2 770).

  • 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Democratic Republic of the Congo (average of R3 345). Flying from South Africa to Democratic Republic of the Congo in December is currently the most expensive (average of R17 336). 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 7 airlines flying from South Africa to Democratic Republic of the Congo

Discover the top 7 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 29 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR3 280AverageR8 012FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air Côte d’IvoireCheapestR3 392AverageR6 865FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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South AfricanCheapestR4 897AverageR8 526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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AirlinkCheapestR5 335AverageR8 002FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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TAAGCheapestR5 469AverageR6 061FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR6 414AverageR6 900FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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ASKYCheapestR6 940AverageR7 591FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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