On this page, you can find and buy flight tickets from Kinshasa to Johannesburg. The distance between the cities is 2,777 km, and flight frequency averages 4 flights per week.
Flights on this route are operated by South African Airways, Ethiopian Airlines, and ASKY Airlines. Ticket prices are dynamic, so to find the best offers, use the price chart and review the information on how to get to the airport of departure and from the airport to your destination.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Kinshasa — Johannesburg by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. 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.
Kinshasa → Johannesburg, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | $692 | high | May | $478 | low | Sep | $553 | medium |
| Feb | $503 | low | Jun | $553 | medium | Oct | $566 | medium |
| Mar | $566 | medium | Jul | $704 | high | Nov | $490 | low |
| Apr | $654 | high | Aug | $578 | medium | Dec | $729 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The weather in Johannesburg is characterized by warm summers with peak temperatures in October and January (up to 26.5°C). December is considered the rainiest period, with up to 125 mm of precipitation, while the winter months—June and July—are the driest but cool, with nighttime temperatures around 3.6°C.
According to current data, the minimum flight cost for June 2026 starts $298. At the moment, pricing information for other months is unavailable, making June the most affordable period for planning a trip among the available options.
For a compromise between weather conditions and comfort, it is best to choose September or May, when rainfall is minimal and air temperatures remain moderate. It is recommended to avoid traveling in January and February if you want to minimize the risk of prolonged precipitation.
Air service between Kinshasa and Johannesburg is provided by several carriers, among which South African Airways, Ethiopian Airlines, and ASKY Airlines hold leading positions. A total of about 4 flights are operated weekly on this route, including both direct options and connecting flights. You can view the detailed flight schedule and specifics for each flight in the interactive list below.
Flights Kinshasa — Johannesburg depart from N'djili Airport and arrive at O.R. Tambo International Airport and Lanseria International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is 2,777 km. The estimated direct flight time is about 3 hours 30 minutes, although connecting flights can take significantly longer.
Regular air service is provided by South African Airways, Ethiopian Airlines, ASKY Airlines, and TAAG.
Flight prices change constantly depending on demand and booking depth. You can check the current minimum for upcoming dates in the low-price calendar on this page.
The most favorable deals are usually available when purchasing 1.5–2 months before the trip. We also recommend monitoring price dynamics on the chart to catch the moment when prices drop.
Flights from Kinshasa arrive at South Africa's main international gateway — O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), located in Johannesburg.
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