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R3 254+ Cheap flights to the Democratic Republic of the Congo

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May 27 — Jun 31
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1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Democratic Republic of the Congo in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Democratic Republic of the Congo
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Democratic Republic of the Congo. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 27 April 2026.

Mon 24/816:40
JNB
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FIH
1 stop7h 40m
TAAG
Mon 31/80:20
FIH
-
JNB
2 stops13h 20m
TAAG
Deal found 26/4R6 542
Thu 14/516:40
JNB
-
FIH
1 stop7h 40m
TAAG
Mon 18/50:20
FIH
-
JNB
2 stops13h 20m
TAAG
Deal found 22/4R6 657
Tue 25/85:45
JNB
-
FIH
Nonstop4h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 31/80:20
FIH
-
JNB
2 stops13h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4R6 806
Mon 8/610:40
JNB
-
FBM
Nonstop2h 35m
Airlink
Mon 15/613:55
FBM
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 40m
Airlink
Deal found 24/4R7 037
Tue 9/610:40
JNB
-
FBM
Nonstop2h 35m
Airlink
Tue 16/613:55
FBM
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 40m
Airlink
Deal found 25/4R7 103
Mon 25/510:40
JNB
-
FBM
Nonstop2h 35m
Airlink
Mon 1/613:55
FBM
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 40m
Airlink
Deal found 27/4R7 120

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Find the latest flights to Democratic Republic of the Congo in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 27 April 2026.

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R6 542

One-way from

R3 254

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Average price

R7 946
TAAG
  • TAAG
  • 24/8-31/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 21h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Kinshasa
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TAAG
  • TAAG
  • 28/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 7h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to Democratic Republic of the Congo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R304 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R111 potential savings vs. average return price).
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JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB - FBM

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/6

10:40-13:15

Nonstop2h 35m

Lubumbashi Luano

Tue 16/6

13:55-16:35

Nonstop2h 40m

R7 103

JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB - FBM

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 18/6

10:40-13:15

Nonstop2h 35m

Lubumbashi Luano

Sat 20/6

13:55-16:35

Nonstop2h 40m

R7 103

JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB - FBM

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/7

10:40-13:15

Nonstop2h 35m

Lubumbashi Luano

Sun 9/8

13:55-16:35

Nonstop2h 40m

R7 896

JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB - FBM

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/6

10:40-13:15

Nonstop2h 35m

Lubumbashi Luano

Mon 8/6

13:55-16:35

Nonstop2h 40m

R8 045

JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB - FBM

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 15/5

10:40-13:15

Nonstop2h 35m

Lubumbashi Luano

Sun 17/5

13:55-16:35

Nonstop2h 40m

R8 078

JohannesburgKinshasa

JNB - FIH

JNBFIH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/7

5:30-8:55

Nonstop4h 25m

Kinshasa N'djili

Sun 12/7

11:40-16:40

Nonstop4h 00m

R8 458

JohannesburgKinshasa

JNB - FIH

JNBFIH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/8

21:00-23:50

Nonstop3h 50m

Kinshasa N'djili

Tue 18/8

0:50-5:40

Nonstop3h 50m

R8 788

JohannesburgKinshasa

JNB - FIH

JNBFIH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/7

14:15-13:20

1 stop24h 05m

Kinshasa N'djili

Sat 11/7

0:20-4:15

2 stops26h 55m

R9 020

JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB - FBM

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/10

12:10-15:20

1 stop27h 10m

Lubumbashi Luano

Sun 18/10

14:35-10:55

1 stop20h 20m

R9 961

JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB - FBM

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/7

8:20-1:20

1 stop17h 00m

Lubumbashi Luano

Sun 9/8

14:00-16:50

Nonstop2h 50m

R10 721

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Everything you need to know about your flight to the Democratic Republic of the Congo

When is the best time to book a flight to Democratic Republic of the Congo?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Democratic Republic of the Congo, you should look to book at least 40 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.

How long is the flight to Democratic Republic of the Congo?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Democratic Republic of the Congo takes 3 hours 30 minutes. Flights to Democratic Republic of the Congo from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Democratic Republic of the Congo?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Democratic Republic of the Congo are South African, Airlink and ASKY.

South African
South African
From R4 886
Airlink
Airlink
From R5 323
Ethiopian Air
Ethiopian Air
From R3 273
ASKY
ASKY
From R6 924

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Democratic Republic of the Congo?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Democratic Republic of the Congo are Ethiopian Air, Air Côte d’Ivoire and South African.

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 mm 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).

What are the most popular places to fly to in Democratic Republic of the Congo?

Destination popularity is based on the amount of flight searches to Democratic Republic of the Congo in the last few years. This data was updated on 27 April 2026.
The most popular places in Democratic Republic of the Congo to fly to are Kinshasa, Lubumbashi and Goma.

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 27 April 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown Airlink,South African, andASKY 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
87 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Crew

8,9

Overall

8,5

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

6,4

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

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Crew

8,9

Overall

8,5

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

6,4

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
60 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
87 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Crew

8,9

Overall

8,5

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

6,4

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
8,5
Very Good
87 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Crew

8,9

Overall

8,5

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

6,4

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
1 003 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
87 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Crew

8,9

Overall

8,5

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

6,4

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
303 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
87 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Crew

8,9

Overall

8,5

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

6,4

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

FAQs about flying to Democratic Republic of the Congo

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Democratic Republic of the Congo if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Democratic Republic of the Congo on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Democratic Republic of the Congo?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Ethiopian Air is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Democratic Republic of the Congo.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Democratic Republic of the Congo?

    Lubumbashi Luano is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Democratic Republic of the Congo. One-way flights to Lubumbashi Luano typically cost R2 012, while return flights cost around R6 176.

  • How much is a return flight to Democratic Republic of the Congo?

    A return flight to Democratic Republic of the Congo will typically cost around R20 348, however they can be found for as little as R6 733.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Democratic Republic of the Congo depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Democratic Republic of the Congo, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (2 hours 35 minutes).

  • Does Kinshasa N'djili have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Kinshasa N'djili can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Kinshasa N'djili?

    Yes. Kinshasa N'djili has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Hotel Ndombe is the closest property to Kinshasa N'djili (3,2 km away from Kinshasa N'djili).

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