Are direct flights from Kinshasa to Johannesburg always the best option?

Direct flights often offer convenience and save travel time, but they are not always the cheapest option. Flights with layovers can sometimes be significantly more affordable. Consider your budget and time constraints when deciding between direct and connecting flights.

Can flexible travel dates help on Kinshasa to Johannesburg flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can often lead to finding cheaper flights. Prices can vary significantly even on adjacent days or weeks. Using a flexible date search tool can highlight the most economical times to fly.

What extra costs should I check before booking Kinshasa to Johannesburg flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. Factor these into your total travel budget.

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Kinshasa to Johannesburg: Overview

Insights for flights from Kinshasa to Johannesburg

A typical journey from Kinshasa to Johannesburg takes about 8h 45m, including connections. This route covers a distance of 2776 kilometers, classifying it as a medium-haul flight. Given that most itineraries involve connections, the overall travel time can vary significantly.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Kinshasa to Johannesburg, fares right now are above the typical level. Prices for this route typically range from $760–$1338, with a median of $1020. Only about 4% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding deals can be challenging.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Kinshasa to Johannesburg? The most affordable month to fly is typically July, with a median fare of $742. Other relatively cheaper months include December, where the median fare is $980, and September, with a median of $1017. Planning your trip during these months could help you find better value.

Most itineraries for flights from Kinshasa to Johannesburg connect at least once, with only 4.5% of recent fares being non-stop. For the majority of flights that do include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means you should generally expect a journey with at least one layover when flying this route.

How much is a round trip from Kinshasa to Johannesburg

Regular price: $615 - $741

Prices for flights from Kinshasa to Johannesburg are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $615 and $741. The current lowest deal is $413 with TAAG Angola Airlines for travel from Oct 11-Oct 12.

now $413

Low $615

High $741

The cheapest time to fly from Kinshasa to Johannesburg

The cheapest month to fly from Kinshasa N'djili to Johannesburg is July, with a median price of $850. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $1101. Prices are generally lower from July to December.

July

Cheapest

Flights from $850

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,101

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Kinshasa to Johannesburg

South African Airways

Last-minute flights going from Kinshasa to Johannesburg

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

FIH - Johannesburg

Kinshasa (FIH) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Kiwi International Air Lines

$655

$605

One-way

Thu, Oct 15

⌛ Last-Minute

FIH - Johannesburg

Kinshasa (FIH) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Kenya Airways

$651

$498

One-way

Thu, Oct 15

⌛ Last-Minute

FIH - Johannesburg

Kinshasa (FIH) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Kenya Airways

$651

$508

One-way

Thu, Oct 15

⌛ Last-Minute

FIH - Johannesburg

Kinshasa (FIH) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Kiwi International Air Lines

$720

$605

One-way

Fri, Oct 16

⌛ Last-Minute

FIH - Johannesburg

Kinshasa (FIH) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Ethiopian Airlines

$651

$629

One-way

Sat, Oct 17

⌛ Last-Minute

FIH - Johannesburg

Kinshasa (FIH) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Kenya Airways

$650

$501

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Kinshasa to Johannesburg

2 nights

Oct 13 - Oct 15

$655 → $472

28%

6 nights

Dec 29 - Jan 4

$641 → $477

26%

10 nights

Dec 25 - Jan 4

$616 → $478

22%

16 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 24

$597 → $461

23%

Popular Airports to fly from Kinshasa to Johannesburg

Kinshasa - Johannesburg route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from FIH to JNB are above the typical level, with 4% considered good deals.

📅 Best time to fly

July is historically the cheapest month

Historically, July offers the lowest median price at $742. December and September also show lower fares.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 8h 45m

Direct flights to Johannesburg typically take 8h 45m. Connecting flights average 44h 10m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 4.5% of recent flights are direct. Connecting flights typically involve 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

South African Airways offers direct routes

South African Airways provides direct flight options from Kinshasa to Johannesburg.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights on this route appear regularly, often within a 30-day window.

Kinshasa main airports to depart from

N djili (FIH)

Cheapest

N djili Airport (FIH) is a good option for flights from Kinshasa to Johannesburg.

📍 ~16 km from Kinshasa city center

💸 Flights from ~$437

Johannesburg main airports to arrive at

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

O. R. Tambo International is a primary arrival airport for flights from Kinshasa to Johannesburg.

📍 ~21 km from Johannesburg city center (reachable by car, bus, train).

💸 Flights from ~$461

Airports nearby Johannesburg used as alternative

Durban International (DUR)

Durban International is a major international hub, offering comprehensive cabin classes and reliable connectivity, despite significant travel distance to Johannesburg.

📍 ~500 km from Johannesburg (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$608

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Johannesburg

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From FIH

Elite

Oct 09

Johannesburg, South Africa

81% AI deal score

$1,950

$1,304

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TAAG Angola Airlines

Business Class

From FIH

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Oct 09

Johannesburg, South Africa

80% AI deal score

$1,843

$1,293

Save $550

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Business Class

From FIH

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Oct 16

Johannesburg, South Africa

79% AI deal score

$1,708

$1,301

Save $407

TAAG Angola Airlines

Business Class

From FIH

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Oct 13

Johannesburg, South Africa

74% AI deal score

$1,651

$1,302

Save $349

TAAG Angola Airlines

Business Class

From FIH

Elite

Oct 09

Johannesburg, South Africa

73% AI deal score

$1,617

$1,304

Save $313

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Business Class

From FIH

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Nov 03

Johannesburg, South Africa

71% AI deal score

$1,457

$1,300

Save $157

TAAG Angola Airlines

Business Class

From FIH

Elite

Dec 15

Johannesburg, South Africa

71% AI deal score

$1,494

$1,304

Save $190

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Business Class

From FIH

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Nov 03

Johannesburg, South Africa

70% AI deal score

$1,415

$1,300

Save $115

TAAG Angola Airlines

Business Class

From FIH

Elite

Nov 10

Johannesburg, South Africa

70% AI deal score

$1,411

$1,300

Save $111

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Business Class

From FIH

Elite

Nov 01

Johannesburg, South Africa

70% AI deal score

$1,413

$1,300

Save $113

TAAG Angola Airlines

Business Class

From FIH

Elite

Nov 08

Johannesburg, South Africa

70% AI deal score

$1,411

$1,301

Save $110

TAAG Angola Airlines

Business Class

From FIH

Elite

Oct 16

Johannesburg, South Africa

69% AI deal score

$1,592

$1,532

Save $60

TAAG Angola Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Johannesburg

To find cheaper flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking sites can also help you identify better deals. Sometimes, flying on weekdays or during off-peak seasons may result in lower fares.

Booking flights in advance, often several months before your intended travel date, can sometimes secure better prices. However, last-minute deals can occasionally appear. Monitoring price trends for your desired route may help you decide on an optimal booking time.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes reveal alternative flight options or better prices. While not always applicable, checking airports within a reasonable distance might offer more flexibility. Always consider the additional travel time and cost to reach a different airport.

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Kinshasa to Johannesburg: Overview

Insights for flights from Kinshasa to Johannesburg

How much is a round trip from Kinshasa to Johannesburg

Regular price: $615 - $741

Prices for flights from Kinshasa to Johannesburg are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $615 and $741. The current lowest deal is $413 with TAAG Angola Airlines for travel from Oct 11-Oct 12.

now $413

Low $615

High $741

The cheapest time to fly from Kinshasa to Johannesburg

July

Cheapest

Flights from $850

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,101

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Kinshasa to Johannesburg

South African Airways

Last-minute flights going from Kinshasa to Johannesburg

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

FIH - Johannesburg

Kinshasa (FIH) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Kiwi International Air Lines

$655

$605

One-way

Thu, Oct 15

⌛ Last-Minute

FIH - Johannesburg

Kinshasa (FIH) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Kenya Airways

$651

$498

One-way

Thu, Oct 15

⌛ Last-Minute

FIH - Johannesburg

Kinshasa (FIH) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Kenya Airways

$651

$508

One-way

Thu, Oct 15

⌛ Last-Minute

FIH - Johannesburg

Kinshasa (FIH) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Kiwi International Air Lines

$720

$605

One-way

Fri, Oct 16

⌛ Last-Minute

FIH - Johannesburg

Kinshasa (FIH) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Ethiopian Airlines

$651

$629

One-way

Sat, Oct 17

⌛ Last-Minute

FIH - Johannesburg

Kinshasa (FIH) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Kenya Airways

$650

$501

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Kinshasa to Johannesburg

2 nights

Oct 13 - Oct 15

$655 → $472

28%

6 nights

Dec 29 - Jan 4

$641 → $477

26%

10 nights

Dec 25 - Jan 4

$616 → $478

22%

16 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 24

$597 → $461

23%

Popular Airports to fly from Kinshasa to Johannesburg

Kinshasa - Johannesburg route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from FIH to JNB are above the typical level, with 4% considered good deals.

📅 Best time to fly

July is historically the cheapest month

Historically, July offers the lowest median price at $742. December and September also show lower fares.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 8h 45m

Direct flights to Johannesburg typically take 8h 45m. Connecting flights average 44h 10m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 4.5% of recent flights are direct. Connecting flights typically involve 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

South African Airways offers direct routes

South African Airways provides direct flight options from Kinshasa to Johannesburg.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights on this route appear regularly, often within a 30-day window.

Kinshasa main airports to depart from

N djili (FIH)

Cheapest

N djili Airport (FIH) is a good option for flights from Kinshasa to Johannesburg.

📍 ~16 km from Kinshasa city center

💸 Flights from ~$437

Johannesburg main airports to arrive at

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

O. R. Tambo International is a primary arrival airport for flights from Kinshasa to Johannesburg.

📍 ~21 km from Johannesburg city center (reachable by car, bus, train).

💸 Flights from ~$461

Airports nearby Johannesburg used as alternative

Durban International (DUR)

Durban International is a major international hub, offering comprehensive cabin classes and reliable connectivity, despite significant travel distance to Johannesburg.

Johannesburg, South Africa

69% AI deal score

$1,592

$1,532

Save $60

TAAG Angola Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Johannesburg

Cheap Flights from Kinshasa to Johannesburg

Today’s best flight deals from Kinshasa to Johannesburg

Kinshasa to Johannesburg: Overview

Insights for flights from Kinshasa to Johannesburg

How much is a round trip from Kinshasa to Johannesburg

The cheapest time to fly from Kinshasa to Johannesburg

Direct flights from Kinshasa to Johannesburg

Last-minute flights going from Kinshasa to Johannesburg

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Kinshasa to Johannesburg

Popular Airports to fly from Kinshasa to Johannesburg

Kinshasa - Johannesburg route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

July is historically the cheapest month

Direct flights average 8h 45m

Connecting flights are dominant

South African Airways offers direct routes

Deals appear regularly

Kinshasa main airports to depart from

Johannesburg main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Johannesburg used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Johannesburg

Best Elite deals to Johannesburg

Oct 09

Oct 09

Oct 16

Oct 13

Oct 09

Nov 03

Dec 15

Nov 03

Nov 10

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Nov 08

Oct 16

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Johannesburg

How can I find cheap flights from Kinshasa to Johannesburg?

When should I book flights from Kinshasa to Johannesburg?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Kinshasa to Johannesburg?

Are direct flights from Kinshasa to Johannesburg always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Kinshasa to Johannesburg flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Kinshasa to Johannesburg flights?

Related routes

More routes from Kinshasa

Flights to Johannesburg from other cities

Kinshasa to Johannesburg: Overview

Insights for flights from Kinshasa to Johannesburg

How much is a round trip from Kinshasa to Johannesburg

The cheapest time to fly from Kinshasa to Johannesburg

Direct flights from Kinshasa to Johannesburg

Last-minute flights going from Kinshasa to Johannesburg

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Kinshasa to Johannesburg

Popular Airports to fly from Kinshasa to Johannesburg

Kinshasa - Johannesburg route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

July is historically the cheapest month

Direct flights average 8h 45m

Connecting flights are dominant

South African Airways offers direct routes

Deals appear regularly

Kinshasa main airports to depart from

Johannesburg main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Johannesburg used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Johannesburg

Best Elite deals to Johannesburg

Oct 09

Oct 09

Oct 16

Oct 13

Oct 09

Nov 03

Dec 15

Nov 03

Nov 10

Nov 01

Nov 08

Oct 16

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Johannesburg

How can I find cheap flights from Kinshasa to Johannesburg?

When should I book flights from Kinshasa to Johannesburg?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Kinshasa to Johannesburg?