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Cheap flights from South Africa to the Democratic Republic of the Congo from R3 265

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 12/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — FIH
Jul 15 — Jul 221
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals 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 15 June 2026.

Thu 2/716:40
JNB
-
FIH
1 stop7h 40m
TAAG
Thu 30/70:20
FIH
-
JNB
2 stops13h 20m
TAAG
Deal found 10/6R6 465
Thu 5/1120:40
JNB
-
FIH
1 stop10h 50m
Uganda Airlines
Thu 12/118:45
FIH
-
JNB
1 stop9h 55m
Uganda Airlines
Deal found 12/6R7 033
Mon 20/710:40
JNB
-
FBM
Nonstop2h 35m
Airlink
Fri 31/713:55
FBM
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 40m
Airlink
Deal found 11/6R7 147
Mon 6/710:40
JNB
-
FBM
Nonstop2h 35m
Airlink
Thu 9/713:55
FBM
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 40m
Airlink
Deal found 14/6R7 326
Mon 6/710:40
JNB
-
FBM
Nonstop2h 35m
Airlink
Fri 10/713:55
FBM
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 40m
Airlink
Deal found 14/6R7 407
Sun 14/617:00
JNB
-
FIH
1 stop17h 10m
Kenya Airways
Sun 28/610:10
FIH
-
JNB
1 stop28h 40m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 13/6R7 537
Wed 1/71:15
JNB
-
FIH
1 stop8h 55m
Kenya Airways
Thu 9/710:10
FIH
-
JNB
1 stop13h 05m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 15/6R7 553
Mon 22/610:40
JNB
-
FBM
Nonstop2h 35m
Airlink
Mon 20/713:55
FBM
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 40m
Airlink
Deal found 14/6R7 618
Fri 19/610:40
JNB
-
FBM
Nonstop2h 35m
Airlink
Sun 21/613:55
FBM
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 40m
Airlink
Deal found 11/6R7 699
Thu 2/716:40
JNB
-
FIH
1 stop7h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 31/712:50
FIH
-
JNB
1 stop23h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/6R7 748
Mon 13/716:40
JNB
-
FIH
1 stop7h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 20/714:20
FIH
-
JNB
1 stop21h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/6R7 764
Tue 28/714:15
JNB
-
FIH
2 stops24h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/80:20
FIH
-
JNB
2 stops26h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/6R7 813

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 15 June 2026.

Round-trip from

R6 465

One-way from

R3 265

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R8 057

Good round-trip deal

R7 504 or less

Good one-way deal

R3 929 or less
TAAG
  • TAAG
  • 2/7-30/7
  • 3 total stops
  • 21h 00m total
  • South Africa to Democratic Republic of the Congo
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TAAG
  • TAAG
  • 12/9
  • 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. 1% potential increase in price (R1 844 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R1 486 potential savings vs. average return price).
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JohannesburgKinshasa

JNB - FIH

JNBFIH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/7

16:40-23:20

1 stop7h 40m

Kinshasa N'djili

Thu 30/7

0:20-14:40

2 stops13h 20m

R6 465
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB - FBM

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/7

10:40-13:15

Nonstop2h 35m

Lubumbashi Luano

Fri 31/7

13:55-16:35

Nonstop2h 40m

R7 326

JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB - FBM

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/7

10:40-13:15

Nonstop2h 35m

Lubumbashi Luano

Thu 9/7

13:55-16:35

Nonstop2h 40m

R7 326

JohannesburgKinshasa

JNB - FIH

JNBFIH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/7

14:15-11:50

2 stops22h 35m

Kinshasa N'djili

Thu 30/7

0:20-14:40

2 stops13h 20m

R7 894

JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB - FBM

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/7

10:40-13:15

Nonstop2h 35m

Lubumbashi Luano

Sun 5/7

13:55-16:35

Nonstop2h 40m

R8 073

JohannesburgKinshasa

JNB - FIH

JNBFIH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/7

5:30-8:55

Nonstop4h 25m

Kinshasa N'djili

Sat 11/7

0:01-5:01

Nonstop4h 00m

R8 479

JohannesburgKinshasa

JNB - FIH

JNBFIH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 9/10

5:30-8:55

Nonstop4h 25m

Kinshasa N'djili

Mon 12/10

20:00-1:00

Nonstop4h 00m

R8 869

JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB - FBM

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/7

9:30-12:10

Nonstop2h 40m

Lubumbashi Luano

Fri 31/7

16:15-0:15

1 stop8h 00m

R9 080

JohannesburgKinshasa

JNB - FIH

JNBFIH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 29/6

2:00-5:00

Nonstop4h 00m

Kinshasa N'djili

Wed 29/7

20:00-1:00

Nonstop4h 00m

R9 226

JohannesburgKinshasa

JNB - FIH

JNBFIH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/7

5:30-8:55

Nonstop4h 25m

Kinshasa N'djili

Sun 12/7

12:50-13:15

1 stop23h 25m

R9 259

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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 R3 898). Flying from South Africa to Democratic Republic of the Congo in December is currently the most expensive (average of R18 468). 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 15 June 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 16% 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 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?

Sunday 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 15 June 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
88 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,3

Crew

8,9

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

6,4

Food

8,0

Overall

8,5

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

Comfort

8,3

Crew

8,9

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

6,4

Food

8,0

Overall

8,5

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
62 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
88 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,3

Crew

8,9

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

6,4

Food

8,0

Overall

8,5

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
63 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
88 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,3

Crew

8,9

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

6,4

Food

8,0

Overall

8,5

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
1 007 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
88 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,3

Crew

8,9

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

6,4

Food

8,0

Overall

8,5

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?

    TAAG, Airlink, 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 5h 05m. 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 Turkish Airlines (R5 493), Cathay Pacific (R6 856), and Qatar Airways (R7 046).

  • 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 898). Flying from South Africa to Democratic Republic of the Congo in December is currently the most expensive (average of R18 468). 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 15 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR3 917AverageR7 951FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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South AfricanCheapestR4 804AverageR8 407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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AirlinkCheapestR5 244AverageR8 211FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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TAAGCheapestR5 365AverageR6 061FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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ASKYCheapestR6 644AverageR7 484FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR6 651AverageR6 941FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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