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R3 658+ Cheap flights to the Democratic Republic of the Congo

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— FIH
Mar 29 — Apr 51
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Flights to Democratic Republic of the Congo in 2025

Find the latest flights to Democratic Republic of the Congo in 2025, 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 24 March 2025.

Return from

R7 043

One-way from

R3 658

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R7 062
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 14/4-21/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 30h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Kinshasa
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South African
  • South African
  • 5/5
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to Democratic Republic of the Congo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price (R1 151 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R851 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for return flights in March 2025
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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 24 March 2025.

Sun 30/317:00JNB - FIH
1 stop17h 00mKenya Airways
Sun 13/410:00FIH - JNB
1 stop13h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 23/3R7 025
Wed 7/510:50JNB - FBM
Nonstop2h 30mSouth African
Wed 14/514:10FBM - JNB
Nonstop2h 35mSouth African
Deal found 23/3R7 043
Mon 31/310:40JNB - FBM
Nonstop2h 30mAirlink
Mon 7/413:55FBM - JNB
Nonstop2h 30mAirlink
Deal found 24/3R7 371
Mon 12/55:45JNB - FIH
Nonstop4h 35mAir Côte d’Ivoire
Sun 18/520:20FIH - JNB
Nonstop4h 35mAir Côte d’Ivoire
Deal found 23/3R7 935
Mon 12/58:20JNB - FIH
1 stop16h 45mEthiopian Air
Thu 15/513:25FIH - JNB
1 stop13h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 23/3R8 154
Wed 14/54:00JNB - FIH
Nonstop4h 30mASKY
Tue 20/519:20FIH - JNB
Nonstop4h 30mASKY
Deal found 23/3R8 208

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Locate flights to Democratic Republic of the Congo that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 24 March 2025.
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Johannesburg

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB - FBM

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/5

10:50-13:20

Nonstop2h 30m

Lubumbashi Luano

Wed 14/5

14:10-16:45

Nonstop2h 35m

R7 043

JohannesburgKinshasa

JNB - FIH

JNBFIH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/4

17:00-9:00

1 stop17h 00m

Kinshasa N'djili

Mon 21/4

10:00-0:15

1 stop13h 15m

R7 043

JohannesburgKinshasa

JNB - FIH

JNBFIH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/5

5:45-9:20

Nonstop4h 35m

Kinshasa N'djili

Wed 21/5

20:20-1:55

Nonstop4h 35m

R7 935

JohannesburgKinshasa

JNB - FIH

JNBFIH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/5

8:20-0:05

1 stop16h 45m

Kinshasa N'djili

Thu 15/5

13:25-3:55

1 stop13h 30m

R8 154

JohannesburgKinshasa

JNB - FIH

JNBFIH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 14/5

4:00-7:30

Nonstop4h 30m

Kinshasa N'djili

Tue 20/5

19:20-0:50

Nonstop4h 30m

R8 208

JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB - FBM

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/5

10:50-13:20

Nonstop2h 30m

Lubumbashi Luano

Wed 14/5

11:30-0:15

1 stop12h 45m

R8 354

JohannesburgKinshasa

JNB - FIH

JNBFIH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/6

14:30-0:05

1 stop10h 35m

Kinshasa N'djili

Tue 24/6

19:20-0:50

Nonstop4h 30m

R8 408

JohannesburgKinshasa

JNB - FIH

JNBFIH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 14/5

21:00-23:50

Nonstop3h 50m

Kinshasa N'djili

Fri 16/5

0:50-5:40

Nonstop3h 50m

R8 973

JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB - FBM

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/5

1:15-10:30

2 stops9h 15m

Lubumbashi Luano

Wed 14/5

11:30-10:55

1 stop23h 25m

R9 610

JohannesburgLubumbashi

JNB - FBM

JNBFBM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/5

22:50-1:20

1 stop26h 30m

Lubumbashi Luano

Wed 14/5

8:00-13:05

3 stops29h 05m

R13 268

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

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 10 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.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Democratic Republic of the Congo?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Democratic Republic of the Congo. Price data was last updated on 30 June 2024.

Users looking for the lowest fares to Democratic Republic of the Congo should consider flying on Wednesday at midday, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Sunday at midday, when prices are usually at their highest.

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 Ethiopian Air, Kenya Airways and Airlink.

Ethiopian Air

Ethiopian Air

From R292

Kenya Airways

Kenya Airways

From R322

Airlink

Airlink

From R442

South African

South African

From R133

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 South African, Ethiopian Air and Kenya Airways.

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 24 March 2025.
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 24 March 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown Airlink, ASKY and Qatar Airways to Democratic Republic of the Congo to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8,6
Very Good
67 reviews
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Overall

8,6

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,5

Entertainment

6,6

Crew

9,0

Comfort

8,3

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
8,6
Very Good
67 reviews
Airlink
8,6
Very Good
67 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,6

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,5

Entertainment

6,6

Crew

9,0

Comfort

8,3

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
54 reviews
Airlink
8,6
Very Good
67 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,6

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,5

Entertainment

6,6

Crew

9,0

Comfort

8,3

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
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 538 reviews
Airlink
8,6
Very Good
67 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,6

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,5

Entertainment

6,6

Crew

9,0

Comfort

8,3

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
Air France
7,4
Good
1 422 reviews
Airlink
8,6
Very Good
67 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,6

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,5

Entertainment

6,6

Crew

9,0

Comfort

8,3

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
7,3
Good
30 reviews
Airlink
8,6
Very Good
67 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,6

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,5

Entertainment

6,6

Crew

9,0

Comfort

8,3

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, South African 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 R3 480, while return flights cost around R6 758.

  • 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 R915, however they can be found for as little as R371.

  • 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 30 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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