On this page, you can find and book flights from Johannesburg to Kinshasa. The flight distance between the cities is 2777 km, with a frequency of approximately 5 flights per week.
Flights on this route are operated by South African Airways and Ethiopian Airlines. Since ticket prices depend on the season and demand, we recommend using the price trends chart and checking information on how to get to the departure airport and reaching the city center from the arrival airport.
The table shows direct flights Johannesburg → Kinshasa on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 3 h 58 min. Regular flights are operated by South African Airways and Ethiopian Airlines. Departures from O.R. Tambo International Airport and Lanseria International Airport airports, arrivals at N'djili Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Johannesburg — Kinshasa by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 699 in ,, and the most expensive are around AED 699 in ,. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Johannesburg → Kinshasa, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 1,251 | high | May | AED 1,011 | medium | Sep | AED 1,107 | medium |
| Feb | AED 1,107 | medium | Jun | AED 1,203 | high | Oct | AED 962 | low |
| Mar | AED 1,059 | medium | Jul | AED 1,299 | high | Nov | AED 987 | low |
| Apr | AED 1,059 | medium | Aug | AED 1,251 | high | Dec | AED 1,396 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Kinshasa is characterized by consistently high temperatures throughout the year. September is considered the hottest month with an average high of 31.3°C, while the heaviest rainfall occurs in November, with over 208 mm of precipitation.
According to price statistics, the most budget-friendly month to fly is August. The lowest recorded ticket price for this period starts AED 699.
The best time for a trip is between June and August—these are the driest months with the most sunny days. It is recommended to avoid November and December due to the peak of the rainy season, which can complicate logistics.
Regular air service on this route is provided by 2 airlines, with South African Airways and Ethiopian Airlines being the key carriers. Connecting flights prevail on this route, with an overall frequency of about 5 departures per week. A full schedule, information on flight times, and detailed routes for each airline are provided in the list below.
Flights Johannesburg — Kinshasa depart from O.R. Tambo International Airport and Lanseria International Airport and arrive at N'djili Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is 2777 km. The approximate flight time for a direct flight is about 3 hours and 30 minutes; however, most routes involve connections, which increases the total travel time.
Regular flights between the cities are operated by airlines such as South African Airways and Ethiopian Airlines.
Flight prices are dynamic and depend on the season. To find the current lowest prices, we recommend using the price trends chart and the calendar on this page.
Flights from South Africa arrive at N'Djili International Airport (FIH), which is the main air hub of the capital of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
It is best to book tickets in advance, as the number of flights on this route is limited, and prices usually increase significantly closer to the departure date.
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