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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Kinshasa from R3 734

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 24/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — FIH
Oct 14 — Oct 211
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg to Kinshasa N'djili are usually found in January or October, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Johannesburg to Kinshasa

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) to Kinshasa (FIH). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 14 September 2025.

Round-trip from

R7 346

One-way from

R3 734

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R8 023
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 27/10-4/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to Kinshasa
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ASKY
  • ASKY
  • 24/9
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Kinshasa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R12 954 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R1 685 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Kinshasa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Kinshasa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 14 September 2025.

Mon 27/101:35JNB - FIH
1 stop12h 45mKenya Airways
Tue 4/1114:20FIH - JNB
1 stop19h 35mKenya Airways
Deal found 13/9R7 346
Wed 24/917:00JNB - FIH
1 stop17h 10mKenya Airways
Sat 27/910:10FIH - JNB
1 stop28h 40mKenya Airways
Deal found 12/9R7 415
Fri 19/95:30JNB - FIH
Nonstop4h 25mASKY
Thu 25/918:45FIH - JNB
Nonstop4h 20mASKY
Deal found 12/9R7 450
Fri 31/1020:35JNB - FIH
2 stops27h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/110:20FIH - JNB
2 stops13h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/9R7 554
Sat 27/917:00JNB - FIH
1 stop17h 10mKenya Airways
Sat 11/1010:10FIH - JNB
1 stop13h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 12/9R7 954
Wed 24/91:25JNB - FIH
1 stop8h 45mKenya Airways
Sun 28/910:10FIH - JNB
1 stop23h 45mKenya Airways
Deal found 12/9R7 971
Wed 24/95:30JNB - FIH
Nonstop4h 25mASKY
Sat 27/918:45FIH - JNB
Nonstop4h 20mASKY
Deal found 12/9R8 110
Mon 22/91:25JNB - FIH
1 stop8h 45mKenya Airways
Tue 30/910:10FIH - JNB
1 stop28h 40mKenya Airways
Deal found 13/9R8 127
Wed 15/1021:00JNB - FIH
Nonstop3h 50mSouth African
Tue 21/100:50FIH - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mSouth African
Deal found 12/9R8 162
Fri 19/921:00JNB - FIH
Nonstop3h 50mSouth African
Wed 24/90:50FIH - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mSouth African
Deal found 12/9R8 179
Fri 19/95:30JNB - FIH
Nonstop4h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 25/910:10FIH - JNB
1 stop13h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/9R8 232

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JohannesburgKinshasa

JNB - FIH

JNBFIH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/10

1:35-13:20

1 stop12h 45m

Kinshasa N'djili

Tue 4/11

14:20-10:55

1 stop19h 35m

R7 346

JohannesburgKinshasa

JNB - FIH

JNBFIH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 24/9

5:30-8:55

Nonstop4h 25m

Kinshasa N'djili

Sat 27/9

18:45-0:05

Nonstop4h 20m

R8 110

JohannesburgKinshasa

JNB - FIH

JNBFIH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/2

1:35-13:20

1 stop12h 45m

Kinshasa N'djili

Sun 22/2

14:15-10:55

1 stop19h 40m

R8 127

JohannesburgKinshasa

JNB - FIH

JNBFIH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/10

21:00-23:50

Nonstop3h 50m

Kinshasa N'djili

Tue 21/10

0:50-5:40

Nonstop3h 50m

R8 162

JohannesburgKinshasa

JNB - FIH

JNBFIH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 20/12

16:40-23:20

1 stop7h 40m

Kinshasa N'djili

Mon 29/12

0:20-8:10

3 stops30h 50m

R8 301

JohannesburgKinshasa

JNB - FIH

JNBFIH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 20/12

12:05-13:15

1 stop26h 10m

Kinshasa N'djili

Tue 30/12

14:20-10:55

1 stop19h 35m

R8 318

JohannesburgKinshasa

JNB - FIH

JNBFIH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 25/9

20:40-6:30

1 stop10h 50m

Kinshasa N'djili

Thu 9/10

0:25-14:40

2 stops13h 15m

R8 561

JohannesburgKinshasa

JNB - FIH

JNBFIH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 24/9

14:30-0:05

1 stop10h 35m

Kinshasa N'djili

Fri 26/9

0:55-13:05

1 stop11h 10m

R8 874

JohannesburgKinshasa

JNB - FIH

JNBFIH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/10

1:35-13:20

1 stop12h 45m

Kinshasa N'djili

Mon 3/11

0:20-14:40

2 stops13h 20m

R8 978

JohannesburgKinshasa

JNB - FIH

JNBFIH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 24/9

5:30-8:55

Nonstop4h 25m

R3 751

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Kinshasa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Kinshasa

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg to Kinshasa?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Kinshasa. Price data was last updated on 12 September 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg to Kinshasa, you should look to book at least 83 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Kinshasa?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Kinshasa (average of R314). Flying from Johannesburg to Kinshasa 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 JNB to FIH?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg to Kinshasa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 14 September 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Johannesburg to Kinshasa is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 35% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg to Kinshasa?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Kinshasa. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg to Kinshasa flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg to Kinshasa?

Reviews of airlines servicing Kinshasa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kinshasa. 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 Kinshasa. Reviews last updated 14 September 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Johannesburg to Kinshasa, such as South African, ASKY, andEthiopian Air. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
South African
7,6
Good
44 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,0

Entertainment

6,5

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,7

Overall

7,6

Crew

8,0

Reviews

1 / 2
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

LUN - JNB

The flight was delayed by 2 hours due to a mechanical fault. I missed my connecting flight and South African Airways has refused to compensate me. I have to pay at least $900 to change my original ticket on KLM for the next segment.
South African
7,6
Good
44 reviews
South African
7,6
Good
44 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,0

Entertainment

6,5

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,7

Overall

7,6

Crew

8,0

Reviews

1 / 2
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

LUN - JNB

The flight was delayed by 2 hours due to a mechanical fault. I missed my connecting flight and South African Airways has refused to compensate me. I have to pay at least $900 to change my original ticket on KLM for the next segment.
ASKY
7,5
Good
69 reviews
South African
7,6
Good
44 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,0

Entertainment

6,5

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,7

Overall

7,6

Crew

8,0

Reviews

1 / 2
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

LUN - JNB

The flight was delayed by 2 hours due to a mechanical fault. I missed my connecting flight and South African Airways has refused to compensate me. I have to pay at least $900 to change my original ticket on KLM for the next segment.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
861 reviews
South African
7,6
Good
44 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,0

Entertainment

6,5

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,7

Overall

7,6

Crew

8,0

Reviews

1 / 2
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

LUN - JNB

The flight was delayed by 2 hours due to a mechanical fault. I missed my connecting flight and South African Airways has refused to compensate me. I have to pay at least $900 to change my original ticket on KLM for the next segment.
Kenya Airways
6,9
Okay
280 reviews
South African
7,6
Good
44 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,0

Entertainment

6,5

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,7

Overall

7,6

Crew

8,0

Reviews

1 / 2
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

LUN - JNB

The flight was delayed by 2 hours due to a mechanical fault. I missed my connecting flight and South African Airways has refused to compensate me. I have to pay at least $900 to change my original ticket on KLM for the next segment.
Air Côte d’Ivoire
6,9
Okay
33 reviews
South African
7,6
Good
44 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,0

Entertainment

6,5

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,7

Overall

7,6

Crew

8,0

Reviews

1 / 2
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

LUN - JNB

The flight was delayed by 2 hours due to a mechanical fault. I missed my connecting flight and South African Airways has refused to compensate me. I have to pay at least $900 to change my original ticket on KLM for the next segment.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Kinshasa from Johannesburg?

    If you book a flight to Kinshasa from Johannesburg, you will be flying to N'djili, which is the city’s only airport. Kinshasa N'djili (FIH) is located 17,7 km from the centre of Kinshasa. There are 2 flights from Johannesburg to N'djili per day from 7 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Kinshasa?

    Kenya Airways, ASKY, and South African can get you from Johannesburg to Kinshasa in just under 3h 50m. Your travel time can differ by up to 8h 55m. The distance from Johannesburg to Kinshasa is about 2773 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Kinshasa round-trip?

    Currently priced at R5 132, Ethiopian Air will fly you from Johannesburg to Kinshasa and back. In addition to Ethiopian Air, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from TAAG and Uganda Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R5 755 and R6 527, respectively. These flights start at 30% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Johannesburg to Kinshasa?

    Before booking your flight to Kinshasa from Johannesburg, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: ASKY (80%), Ethiopian Air (80%), Air Senegal( 75%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Kinshasa?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for R3 519. While the most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Kinshasa N'djili) can be booked for R7 450 on average, our data indicates R15 346 when flying from Johannesburg to Kinshasa.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Johannesburg to Kinshasa?

    Most of the time, Johannesburg to Kinshasa flights that have stopovers will stop in Nairobi.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Johannesburg to Kinshasa flights?

    Johannesburg to Kinshasa flights have a stopover in Addis Ababa least often.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Kinshasa that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to Kinshasa flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Kinshasa?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Johannesburg to Kinshasa.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to Kinshasa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to Kinshasa 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 Johannesburg to Kinshasa?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Kinshasa (average of R314). Flying from Johannesburg to Kinshasa 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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Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg to Kinshasa. 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 14 September 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 132AverageR6 313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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TAAGCheapestR5 755AverageR6 217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Uganda AirlinesCheapestR6 527AverageR7 503FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR6 607AverageR6 995FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Air Côte d’IvoireCheapestR6 965AverageR7 549FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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ASKYCheapestR7 305AverageR7 853FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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South AfricanCheapestR7 358AverageR8 590FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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