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Cheap flights from South Africa to the Democratic Republic of the Congo from R3 039

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 17/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — FIH
Apr 5 — Apr 121
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 6 March 2026.

Fri 13/39:25
JNB
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FBM
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Sat 11/413:10
FBM
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Deal found 5/3R4 955
Thu 19/39:25
JNB
-
FBM
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Sat 18/413:10
FBM
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Deal found 5/3R5 021
Sat 14/39:25
JNB
-
FBM
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Sat 11/413:10
FBM
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JNB
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Deal found 1/3R5 038
Thu 19/39:25
JNB
-
FBM
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Fri 17/413:10
FBM
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Deal found 1/3R5 054
Fri 20/39:25
JNB
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FBM
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Fri 17/413:10
FBM
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Deal found 1/3R5 071
Sun 22/39:25
JNB
-
FBM
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Fri 17/413:10
FBM
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Deal found 1/3R5 087
Sun 15/39:25
JNB
-
FBM
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Sun 12/413:10
FBM
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Deal found 1/3R5 104
Wed 4/39:25
JNB
-
FBM
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Tue 30/613:10
FBM
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Deal found 3/3R5 120
Sun 15/39:25
JNB
-
FBM
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Tue 17/312:55
FBM
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Deal found 2/3R5 154
Sat 7/39:25
JNB
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FBM
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Tue 10/312:55
FBM
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Deal found 5/3R5 170
Sat 7/39:25
JNB
-
FBM
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Tue 17/312:55
FBM
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Deal found 5/3R5 220
Tue 10/39:25
JNB
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FBM
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Tue 24/312:55
FBM
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JNB
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Deal found 2/3R5 253

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 6 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R5 005

One-way from

R3 039

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R7 103

Good round-trip deal

R4 987 or less

Good one-way deal

R3 428 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 1/4-1/5
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 40m total
  • South Africa to Democratic Republic of the Congo
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Air Tanzania
  • Air Tanzania
  • 17/3
  • 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. 4% potential increase in price (R5 870 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 075 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 6 March 2026.
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JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB - FBM

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/3

9:25-12:05

Nonstop2h 40m

Lubumbashi Luano

Sun 19/4

13:10-15:50

Nonstop2h 40m

R5 054
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB - FBM

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 18/4

10:40-13:10

Nonstop2h 30m

Lubumbashi Luano

Sat 25/4

13:55-16:35

Nonstop2h 40m

R5 633

JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB - FBM

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/4

10:40-13:10

Nonstop2h 30m

Lubumbashi Luano

Mon 27/4

13:55-16:35

Nonstop2h 40m

R5 666

JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB - FBM

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 13/4

10:40-13:10

Nonstop2h 30m

Lubumbashi Luano

Mon 20/4

13:55-16:35

Nonstop2h 40m

R5 682

JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB - FBM

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 19/4

10:40-13:10

Nonstop2h 30m

Lubumbashi Luano

Sun 26/4

13:55-16:35

Nonstop2h 40m

R5 699

JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB - FBM

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/3

10:40-13:10

Nonstop2h 30m

Lubumbashi Luano

Fri 20/3

13:55-16:35

Nonstop2h 40m

R5 699

JohannesburgKinshasa

JNB - FIH

JNBFIH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/3

16:40-23:20

1 stop7h 40m

Kinshasa N'djili

Mon 23/3

0:20-14:40

2 stops13h 20m

R6 425

JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB - FBM

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/3

14:30-1:20

1 stop10h 50m

Lubumbashi Luano

Fri 17/4

13:30-16:20

Nonstop2h 50m

R6 739

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

R6 904

JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB - FBM

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/4

9:30-12:10

Nonstop2h 40m

Lubumbashi Luano

Sat 11/4

13:10-15:50

Nonstop2h 40m

R7 185

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Democratic Republic of the Congo from South Africa with our price prediction graph.
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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 R3 981). Flying from South Africa to Democratic Republic of the Congo in June is currently the most expensive (average of R6 310). 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 6 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 6 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
84 reviews
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Entertainment

6,4

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,4

Crew

8,9

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,2

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

Entertainment

6,4

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,4

Crew

8,9

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,2

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
84 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,4

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,4

Crew

8,9

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,2

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
56 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
84 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,4

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,4

Crew

8,9

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,2

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
961 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
84 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,4

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,4

Crew

8,9

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,2

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
295 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
84 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,4

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,4

Crew

8,9

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,2

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?

    South African, Airlink, and TAAG can get you from South Africa to Democratic Republic of the Congo in just under 2h 30m. Your travel time can differ by up to 5h 10m. There are 1617 km between South Africa and Democratic Republic of the Congo. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • 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 264), TAAG (R2 756), and Airlink (R2 931).

  • 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 R3 981). Flying from South Africa to Democratic Republic of the Congo in June is currently the most expensive (average of R6 310). 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 6 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air Côte d’IvoireCheapestR3 384AverageR6 866FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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South AfricanCheapestR4 890AverageR8 428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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AirlinkCheapestR5 307AverageR7 998FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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TAAGCheapestR5 456AverageR6 038FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Uganda AirlinesCheapestR6 208AverageR6 862FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR6 339AverageR6 845FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR6 821AverageR8 439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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ASKYCheapestR6 917AverageR7 522FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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