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Cheapest return flight
£592
Typical prices: £421-£630
Ethiopian Air
Tue 16/10Thu 8/11
FIH - CPT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£485
Typical prices: £269-£376
Ethiopian Air
Tue 6/11
FIH - CPT • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Kinshasa and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
13 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 13 weeks in advance save around 19% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 18% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl (NBJ)
Cheapest • Avg £509 (return)
Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB)
Shortest trip • 9h 25m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Kinshasa to Cape Town (FIH-CPT)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Kinshasa to Cape Town

Fri, 16 Oct - Sun, 8 Nov
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00:55 - 14:10FIH  Kinshasa N'djili-CPT Cape Town Intl
12h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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15:10 - 12:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-FIH Kinshasa N'djili
22h 00m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£592Ethiopian Air
Fri, 16 Oct - Sun, 8 Nov
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00:55 - 14:10FIH  Kinshasa N'djili-CPT Cape Town Intl
12h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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15:10 - 12:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-FIH Kinshasa N'djili
22h 00m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£593Ethiopian Air
Thu, 22 Oct - Fri, 30 Oct
Ethiopian Air Logo
00:55 - 14:10FIH  Kinshasa N'djili-CPT Cape Town Intl
12h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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15:10 - 00:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-FIH Kinshasa N'djili
33h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£593Ethiopian Air
Mon, 5 Oct - Sun, 11 Oct
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13:25 - 14:10FIH  Kinshasa N'djili-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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15:10 - 00:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-FIH Kinshasa N'djili
33h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£595Ethiopian Air
Fri, 16 Oct - Sun, 8 Nov
Ethiopian Air Logo
00:55 - 14:10FIH  Kinshasa N'djili-CPT Cape Town Intl
12h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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13:50 - 12:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-FIH Kinshasa N'djili
23h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£613Ethiopian Air
Fri, 16 Oct - Sun, 8 Nov
Ethiopian Air Logo
00:55 - 14:10FIH  Kinshasa N'djili-CPT Cape Town Intl
12h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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13:50 - 12:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-FIH Kinshasa N'djili
23h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£614Ethiopian Air
Tue, 27 Oct - Tue, 10 Nov
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01:00 - 14:10FIH  Kinshasa N'djili-CPT Cape Town Intl
12h 10m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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15:10 - 00:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-FIH Kinshasa N'djili
33h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£629Ethiopian Air
Mon, 26 Oct - Fri, 6 Nov
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01:00 - 13:00FIH  Kinshasa N'djili-CPT Cape Town Intl
35h 00m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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15:10 - 00:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-FIH Kinshasa N'djili
33h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£631Ethiopian Air
Tue, 27 Oct - Sat, 7 Nov
Ethiopian Air Logo
01:00 - 14:10FIH  Kinshasa N'djili-CPT Cape Town Intl
12h 10m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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13:50 - 12:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-FIH Kinshasa N'djili
23h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£668Ethiopian Air
Tue, 27 Oct - Sat, 7 Nov
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:25 - 14:10FIH  Kinshasa N'djili-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 12:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-FIH Kinshasa N'djili
23h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£670Ethiopian Air
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Kinshasa to Cape Town flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Kinshasa to Cape Town with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Kinshasa to Cape Town?

Return flights from Kinshasa to Cape Town start at £592. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from £421 to £630. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £592 on Ethiopian Air.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kinshasa to Cape Town?

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kinshasa to Cape Town and is 21% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 15% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Kinshasa to Cape Town?

•May is the cheapest month to fly from Kinshasa to Cape Town at £416 return.
•December (£715) and July (£581) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 72% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Kinshasa to Cape Town the cheapest?

Flights from Kinshasa to Cape Town are cheapest 13 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 19% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Kinshasa to Cape Town flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

£485
Best time to beat the crowds (7% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 11% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Kinshasa to Cape Town

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Kinshasa to Cape Town based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Kinshasa to Cape Town flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Kinshasa to Cape Town?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Kinshasa to Cape Town:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Kinshasa to Cape Town?

    A direct flight from Kinshasa to Cape Town takes 0h 00m, covering 2,053 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Kinshasa to Cape Town?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Kinshasa to Cape Town flight?

    Return flights from Kinshasa to Cape Town range from £421 to £630, with an average of £506 over the past 12 months. Anything below £421 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Kinshasa to Cape Town flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 3% above the route average of £506. Book 13 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Kinshasa to Cape Town changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £592 to £1,789. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Kinshasa to Cape Town looking right now?

    One-way fares from Kinshasa to Cape Town are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £674, which is 121% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?

    Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £2 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Europcar
    • Sixt
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz
    • Woodford

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Kinshasa to Cape Town?

    Flights from Kinshasa to Cape Town usually depart from Kinshasa N'djili (FIH) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Kinshasa to Cape Town pass through?

    One-stop flights from Kinshasa to Cape Town most commonly connect through:

    • Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) – 91% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 6% of one-stop connections
    • Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl (NBJ) – 2% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 0% of one-stop connections

    Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Kinshasa to Cape Town?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 32% on the Kinshasa to Cape Town route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at £401 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at £584, a difference of £183. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Kinshasa to Cape Town?

    Flying via Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 9h 25m, compared to 10h 42m via Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl (NBJ) and 14h 46m via Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO).

  • What is the time difference between Kinshasa and Cape Town?

    Cape Town is 1 hour ahead of Kinshasa (South Africa Time vs West Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Camps Bay Beach, Newlands Cricket Ground, and Sea Point Pavilion. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Kinshasa to Cape Town flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average £401 – about £183 less than Saturday (31% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 13 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 19% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Kinshasa to Cape Town trip for May. Fares historically average £416 return in that month – typically £300 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cape Town Intl Airport.
    - Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
    - Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport

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