What airport do you fly into for flights to Kigali?

If you book a flight to Kigali, you will be flying into Kigali Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Kigali Intl (KGL) is located 5,2 km from the centre of Kigali. Booking flights from Johannesburg to Kigali Intl should be relatively easy as there are 2 daily flights from 3 different airlines.

Can I find cheaper flights to Kigali 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 Kigali on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

What is the best airline to fly to Kigali?

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Ethiopian Air is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Kigali.

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Kigali?

Kigali Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Kigali. One-way flights to Kigali Intl typically cost R4 741, while return flights cost around R1 528.

How much is a return flight to Kigali?

A return flight to Kigali will typically cost around R1 612, however they can be found for as little as R1 528.

Where does the fastest flight to Kigali depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to Kigali, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (3 hours 45 minutes).

Does Kigali Intl have car hire?

Yes. Those touching down at Kigali Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Are there hotels close to Kigali Intl?

Yes. Kigali Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Host in Rwanda is the closest property to Kigali Intl (0,0 km away from Kigali Intl).

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One-way from	R3 602
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Cheapest in	November
Average price	R6 671

Kenya Airways
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13h 25m total
Johannesburg to Kigali

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Mon 14/9

1:15-8:00

1 stop6h 45m

Kigali Intl

Mon 21/9

3:40-15:50

1 stop12h 10m

R6 735

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JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - KGL Kigali Intl

JNBKGL

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Tue 15/9

17:45-21:30

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Tue 22/9

22:30-2:20

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Wed 25/11

14:30-1:05

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Fri 27/11

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Tue 24/11

3:10-7:00

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Kigali Intl

Sat 28/11

9:55-13:55

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Mon 14/12

3:10-7:00

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Kigali Intl

Thu 24/12

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Kigali Intl

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JNBKGL

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Tue 15/9

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Kigali Intl

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Mon 5/10

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Kigali Intl

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1:00-13:15

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JNBKGL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/12

13:45-17:50

3 stops28h 05m

Kigali Intl

Thu 24/12

16:20-15:35

1 stop23h 15m

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17:45-21:30

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How long is the flight to Kigali?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Kigali takes 3 hours 45 minutes. Flights to Kigali from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

Weekly flight availability to Kigali

The most flights from Johannesburg to Kigali are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Kigali?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Kigali are RwandAir, Kenya Airways and Ethiopian Air.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Kigali?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Kigali are Ethiopian Air, RwandAir and Kenya Airways.

When is the best time to book a flight to Kigali?

The price you pay for your flight to Kigali may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 72 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing Kigali

See what other customers who have flown with RwandAir,Ethiopian Air, andKenya Airways to Rwanda have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

RwandAir

7,8

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42 reviews

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1 / 2

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online

RwandAir

7,8

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42 reviews

RwandAir

7,8

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42 reviews

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10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online

Ethiopian Air

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RwandAir

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KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online

Kenya Airways

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Anonymous,Sept 2025

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The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online

FAQs about flying to Kigali

What airport do you fly into for flights to Kigali?
If you book a flight to Kigali, you will be flying into Kigali Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Kigali Intl (KGL) is located 5,2 km from the centre of Kigali. Booking flights from Johannesburg to Kigali Intl should be relatively easy as there are 2 daily flights from 3 different airlines.
Can I find cheaper flights to Kigali 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 Kigali on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.
What is the best airline to fly to Kigali?
Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Ethiopian Air is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Kigali.
What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Kigali?
Kigali Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Kigali. One-way flights to Kigali Intl typically cost R4 741, while return flights cost around R1 528.
How much is a return flight to Kigali?
A return flight to Kigali will typically cost around R1 612, however they can be found for as little as R1 528.
Where does the fastest flight to Kigali depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to Kigali, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (3 hours 45 minutes).
Does Kigali Intl have car hire?
Yes. Those touching down at Kigali Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.
Are there hotels close to Kigali Intl?
Yes. Kigali Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Host in Rwanda is the closest property to Kigali Intl (0,0 km away from Kigali Intl).

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Weekly flight availability to Kigali

The most flights from Johannesburg to Kigali are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Kigali?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Kigali are RwandAir, Kenya Airways and Ethiopian Air.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Kigali?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Kigali are Ethiopian Air, RwandAir and Kenya Airways.

When is the best time to book a flight to Kigali?

The price you pay for your flight to Kigali may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 72 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing Kigali

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