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Cheap flights from South Africa to the Democratic Republic of the Congo from R3 560

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 22/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — FIH
May 18 — May 251
1 adult

Cheap 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 13 May 2025.

Round-trip from

R7 065

One-way from

R3 560

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R6 681

Good round-trip deal

R7 046 or less

Good one-way deal

R3 588 or less
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 7/6-15/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 40m total
  • South Africa to Democratic Republic of the Congo
Air Côte d’Ivoire
  • Air Côte d’Ivoire
  • 22/5
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 35m total
  • South Africa to Democratic Republic of the Congo
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R4 454 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R1 168 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from South Africa to Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from South Africa to Democratic Republic of the Congo.

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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 13 May 2025.

Fri 27/69:25JNB - FBM
Nonstop2h 40mSouth African
Fri 4/713:05FBM - JNB
Nonstop2h 40mSouth African
Deal found 13/5R7 010
Sat 7/61:15JNB - FIH
1 stop8h 55mKenya Airways
Sun 15/610:10FIH - JNB
1 stop23h 45mKenya Airways
Deal found 12/5R7 065
Fri 27/69:25JNB - FBM
Nonstop2h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 4/714:15FBM - JNB
1 stop10h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5R8 470
Tue 13/55:45JNB - FIH
Nonstop4h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 20/519:20FIH - JNB
Nonstop4h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/5R8 835
Tue 13/57:35JNB - FIH
1 stop29h 35mEthiopian Air
Mon 19/50:55FIH - JNB
1 stop18h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/5R9 438
Fri 27/622:50JNB - FBM
2 stops20h 40mEthiopian Air
Thu 3/72:20FBM - JNB
1 stop10h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 13/5R13 034
Mon 19/520:25JNB - FIH
3 stops57h 55mQatar Airways
Fri 23/519:35FIH - JNB
3 stops38h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/5R40 179

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to the Democratic Republic of the Congo that are best for you.

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Democratic Republic of the Congo

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Return

Price

JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB - FBM

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/6

9:25-12:05

Nonstop2h 40m

Lubumbashi Luano

Fri 4/7

13:05-15:45

Nonstop2h 40m

R7 010

JohannesburgKinshasa

JNB - FIH

JNBFIH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/6

1:15-9:10

1 stop8h 55m

Kinshasa N'djili

Sun 15/6

10:10-10:55

1 stop23h 45m

R7 065

JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB - FBM

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/6

9:25-12:05

Nonstop2h 40m

Lubumbashi Luano

Fri 4/7

14:15-0:15

1 stop10h 00m

R8 470

JohannesburgKinshasa

JNB - FIH

JNBFIH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/6

22:50-12:10

1 stop14h 20m

Kinshasa N'djili

Thu 3/7

0:55-20:10

1 stop18h 15m

R9 730

JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB - FBM

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/6

22:50-19:30

2 stops20h 40m

Lubumbashi Luano

Thu 3/7

2:20-13:05

1 stop10h 45m

R13 034

JohannesburgKinshasa

JNB - FIH

JNBFIH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/5

5:45-9:20

Nonstop4h 35m

R3 560

JohannesburgKinshasa

JNB - FIH

JNBFIH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/5

4:00-7:30

Nonstop4h 30m

R3 742

JohannesburgKinshasa

JNB - FIH

JNBFIH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/5

22:50-12:10

1 stop14h 20m

R3 907

JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB - FBM

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/5

10:40-13:10

Nonstop2h 30m

R4 180

JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB - FBM

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/5

1:15-15:15

2 stops14h 00m

R4 838

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Deals found on 12/5

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Democratic Republic of the Congo (average of R314). Flying from South Africa to Democratic Republic of the Congo in December is currently the most expensive (average of R410). 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 13 May 2025.

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.

Rainfall in Democratic Republic of the Congo by month

Plan your trip to Democratic Republic of the Congo by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Democratic Republic of the Congo ranges from 0.0 - 230.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 230.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Democratic Republic of the Congo when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Democratic Republic of the Congo by month

Plan your trip to Democratic Republic of the Congo by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Democratic Republic of the Congo, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 26.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 22.0 C).

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 13 May 2025.

Boarding

8,5

Crew

9,0

Entertainment

6,6

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Overall

8,6

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
8,6
Very Good

Boarding

8,5

Crew

9,0

Entertainment

6,6

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Overall

8,6

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

Boarding

8,5

Crew

9,0

Entertainment

6,6

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Overall

8,6

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

Boarding

8,5

Crew

9,0

Entertainment

6,6

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Overall

8,6

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

Boarding

8,5

Crew

9,0

Entertainment

6,6

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Overall

8,6

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

Boarding

8,5

Crew

9,0

Entertainment

6,6

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Overall

8,6

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

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  • 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 Côte d’Ivoire (R3 560), ASKY (R3 742), and Ethiopian Air (R3 907).

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Democratic Republic of the Congo (average of R314). Flying from South Africa to Democratic Republic of the Congo in December is currently the most expensive (average of R410). 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 13 May 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
South AfricanCheapestR2 611AverageR9 421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 431AverageR11 301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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TAAGCheapestR5 727AverageR6 208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR5 915AverageR9 021FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Air Côte d’IvoireCheapestR7 380AverageR7 898FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirlinkCheapestR7 391AverageR10 731FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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ASKYCheapestR7 645AverageR7 958FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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