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Cheap flights from South Africa to the Democratic Republic of the Congo from R3 162

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 27 — Sep 31
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 28 July 2026.

Thu 15/1010:40
JNB
-
FBM
Nonstop2h 35m
Airlink
Sun 18/1013:55
FBM
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 40m
Airlink
Deal found 27/7R6 842
Thu 6/810:40
JNB
-
FBM
Nonstop2h 35m
Airlink
Sun 9/813:55
FBM
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 40m
Airlink
Deal found 27/7R6 858
Tue 22/910:40
JNB
-
FBM
Nonstop2h 35m
Airlink
Tue 22/1213:55
FBM
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 40m
Airlink
Deal found 23/7R6 892
Sat 15/89:30
JNB
-
FBM
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Sun 23/813:10
FBM
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Deal found 24/7R6 908
Sat 5/910:40
JNB
-
FBM
Nonstop2h 35m
Airlink
Sat 12/913:55
FBM
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 40m
Airlink
Deal found 23/7R6 959
Fri 21/89:30
JNB
-
FBM
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Mon 24/813:10
FBM
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Deal found 26/7R6 975
Sun 26/710:40
JNB
-
FBM
Nonstop2h 35m
Airlink
Mon 27/713:55
FBM
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 40m
Airlink
Deal found 25/7R7 143
Sun 26/79:30
JNB
-
FBM
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Mon 3/813:10
FBM
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 40m
South African
Deal found 25/7R7 477
Mon 17/812:10
JNB
-
FIH
1 stop22h 00m
Kenya Airways
Mon 24/810:10
FIH
-
JNB
1 stop13h 05m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 23/7R8 163
Mon 21/91:15
JNB
-
FIH
1 stop8h 55m
Kenya Airways
Tue 22/1210:00
FIH
-
JNB
1 stop28h 50m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 23/7R8 213
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 280
Wed 29/72:00
JNB
-
FIH
Nonstop4h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 6/818:45
FIH
-
JNB
Nonstop4h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 25/7R8 414

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 28 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R6 842

One-way from

R3 162

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R8 280

Good round-trip deal

R6 846 or less

Good one-way deal

R4 042 or less
Airlink
  • Airlink
  • 15/10-18/10
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 15m total
  • South Africa to Democratic Republic of the Congo
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TAAG
  • TAAG
  • 3/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 9h 05m total
  • South Africa to Democratic Republic of the Congo
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High demand for flights, 0% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R1 404 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 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 28 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 842

JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB - FBM

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 22/9

10:40-13:15

Nonstop2h 35m

Lubumbashi Luano

Tue 22/12

13:55-16:35

Nonstop2h 40m

R6 892

JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB - FBM

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 5/9

10:40-13:15

Nonstop2h 35m

Lubumbashi Luano

Sat 12/9

13:55-16:35

Nonstop2h 40m

R6 959

JohannesburgKinshasa

JNB - FIH

JNBFIH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 17/8

12:10-9:10

1 stop22h 00m

Kinshasa N'djili

Mon 24/8

10:10-0:15

1 stop13h 05m

R8 163

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 414

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 715

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 866

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 133

JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB - FBM

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/10

17:00-15:20

2 stops22h 20m

Lubumbashi Luano

Sun 18/10

14:35-15:50

2 stops25h 15m

R9 468

JohannesburgKinshasa

JNB - FIH

JNBFIH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 18/8

21:00-23:50

Nonstop3h 50m

Kinshasa N'djili

Thu 20/8

1:45-4:15

2 stops25h 30m

R9 786

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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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Democratic Republic of the Congo (average of R7 009). Flying from South Africa to Democratic Republic of the Congo in June is currently the most expensive (average of R8 196). 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 28 July 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.

Weekly flight availability from South Africa to Democratic Republic of the Congo

Explore weekly flight availability from South Africa 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 28 July 2026.

The most flights from ZA0 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 South Africa to the Democratic Republic of the Congo delayed?

About 14% 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 90 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 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 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 8% of flights being delayed.

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.

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 28 July 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
92 reviews
Check prices

Food

8,0

Entertainment

6,3

Comfort

8,2

Overall

8,4

Boarding

8,1

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

Food

8,0

Entertainment

6,3

Comfort

8,2

Overall

8,4

Boarding

8,1

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

Food

8,0

Entertainment

6,3

Comfort

8,2

Overall

8,4

Boarding

8,1

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

Food

8,0

Entertainment

6,3

Comfort

8,2

Overall

8,4

Boarding

8,1

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
1 009 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
92 reviews
Check prices

Food

8,0

Entertainment

6,3

Comfort

8,2

Overall

8,4

Boarding

8,1

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 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, Kenya Airways, and Ethiopian Air can get you from South Africa to Democratic Republic of the Congo in just under 2h 35m. Your travel time can differ by up to 19h 25m. 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 Air Tanzania (R2 429), South African (R2 536), and TAAG (R2 801).

  • 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Democratic Republic of the Congo (average of R7 009). Flying from South Africa to Democratic Republic of the Congo in June is currently the most expensive (average of R8 196). 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 South Africa to Democratic Republic of the Congo

Discover the top 6 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 28 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR3 314AverageR8 281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Search Ethiopian Air flights
South AfricanCheapestR4 941AverageR8 707FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
Search South African flights
AirlinkCheapestR5 396AverageR8 675FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Search Airlink flights
ASKYCheapestR5 499AverageR7 741FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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TAAGCheapestR5 525AverageR6 365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR6 849AverageR7 469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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