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 4 different airlines.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Kigali?

At the present moment the cheapest month to fly to Kigali is currently February ; with December being the most expensive. Prices will vary depending on multiple factors such as booking in advance, airline and departure airports and times.

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, Kenya Airways 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 R3 802, while return flights cost around R1 370.

How much is a return flight to Kigali?

A return flight to Kigali will typically cost around R90, however they can be found for as little as R78.

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 50 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).

R4 072+ Flights to Kigali, Rwanda

Flights to Kigali in 2025

Return from	R6 153
One-way from	R4 072
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	March
Average price	R7 457

Kenya Airways
13/8-21/8
2 total stops
22h 00m total
Johannesburg to Kigali

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RwandAir
17/7
Nonstop
3h 55m total
Johannesburg to Kigali

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Tue 1/73:10JNB - KGL

Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir

Sun 6/722:30KGL - JNB

Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir

Deal found 30/6R6 135

Wed 13/81:25JNB - KGL

1 stop6h 35mKenya Airways

Thu 21/89:00KGL - JNB

1 stop15h 25mKenya Airways

Deal found 30/6R6 153

Mon 4/88:20JNB - KGL

1 stop8h 25mEthiopian Air

Sun 10/82:10KGL - JNB

1 stop10h 55mEthiopian Air

Deal found 30/6R6 964

Sat 5/71:25JNB - KGL

1 stop23h 10mMultiple Airlines

Wed 16/722:30KGL - JNB

Nonstop3h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 30/6R8 286

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Wed 13/81:25JNB - KGL

1 stop6h 35mKenya Airways

Thu 21/89:00KGL - JNB

1 stop15h 25mKenya Airways

Deal found 30/6R6 153

Mon 4/88:20JNB - KGL

1 stop8h 25mEthiopian Air

Sun 10/82:10KGL - JNB

1 stop10h 55mEthiopian Air

Deal found 30/6R6 964

Mon 17/113:10JNB - KGL

Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir

Sat 22/1110:30KGL - JNB

Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir

Deal found 1/7R7 210

Wed 13/83:10JNB - KGL

Nonstop3h 50mMultiple Airlines

Thu 21/89:00KGL - JNB

1 stop15h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 30/6R8 427

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Tue 1/73:10JNB - KGL

Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir

Sun 6/722:30KGL - JNB

Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir

Deal found 30/6R6 135

Sat 5/71:25JNB - KGL

1 stop23h 10mMultiple Airlines

Wed 16/722:30KGL - JNB

Nonstop3h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 30/6R8 286

Wed 9/73:10JNB - KGL

Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir

Fri 18/722:30KGL - JNB

Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir

Deal found 1/7R7 122

Wed 9/73:10JNB - KGL

Nonstop3h 50mMultiple Airlines

Fri 18/720:00KGL - JNB

1 stop14h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 1/7R9 097

Thu 10/78:20JNB - KGL

1 stop8h 25mEthiopian Air

Fri 18/710:55KGL - JNB

2 stops32h 10mEthiopian Air

Deal found 1/7R8 656

Thu 10/711:30JNB - KGL

2 stops26h 00mQatar Airways

Thu 17/71:00KGL - JNB

2 stops17h 40mQatar Airways

Deal found 1/7R25 281

Sat 12/717:00JNB - KGL

1 stop7h 35mKenya Airways

Sat 19/79:00KGL - JNB

1 stop15h 25mKenya Airways

Deal found 29/6R6 875

Mon 4/88:20JNB - KGL

1 stop8h 25mEthiopian Air

Sun 10/82:10KGL - JNB

1 stop10h 55mEthiopian Air

Deal found 30/6R6 964

Wed 13/81:25JNB - KGL

1 stop6h 35mKenya Airways

Thu 21/89:00KGL - JNB

1 stop15h 25mKenya Airways

Deal found 30/6R6 153

One-way flights to Kigali
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Thu 17/73:25JNB - KGL

Nonstop3h 55mRwandAir

Deal found 30/6R4 072

Sun 14/91:25JNB - KGL

1 stop6h 35mKenya Airways

Deal found 30/6R4 196

Mon 7/78:20JNB - KGL

1 stop8h 25mEthiopian Air

Deal found 2/7R5 923

Thu 17/720:40JNB - KGL

2 stops27h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 30/6R7 757

Wed 23/721:45JNB - KGL

2 stops36h 10mEgyptair

Deal found 30/6R10 877

Mon 21/717:40JNB - KGL

2 stops37h 15mQatar Airways

Deal found 30/6R11 530

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JNB - KGL

JNBKGL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 13/8

1:25-8:00

1 stop6h 35m

Kigali Intl

Thu 21/8

9:00-0:25

1 stop15h 25m

R6 153

JohannesburgKigali

JNB - KGL

JNBKGL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/8

8:20-16:45

1 stop8h 25m

Kigali Intl

Sun 10/8

2:10-13:05

1 stop10h 55m

R6 964

JohannesburgKigali

JNB - KGL

JNBKGL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 17/11

3:10-7:00

Nonstop3h 50m

Kigali Intl

Fri 21/11

10:30-14:20

Nonstop3h 50m

R7 210

JohannesburgKigali

JNB - KGL

JNBKGL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 13/8

3:10-7:00

Nonstop3h 50m

Kigali Intl

Thu 21/8

9:00-0:25

1 stop15h 25m

R8 427

JohannesburgKigali

JNB - KGL

JNBKGL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/7

3:25-7:20

Nonstop3h 55m

R4 072

JohannesburgKigali

JNB - KGL

JNBKGL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 14/9

1:25-8:00

1 stop6h 35m

R4 196

JohannesburgKigali

JNB - KGL

JNBKGL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/7

8:20-16:45

1 stop8h 25m

R5 923

JohannesburgKigali

JNB - KGL

JNBKGL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/7

20:40-0:35

2 stops27h 55m

R7 757

JohannesburgKigali

JNB - KGL

JNBKGL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/7

21:45-9:55

2 stops36h 10m

R10 877

JohannesburgKigali

JNB - KGL

JNBKGL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 21/7

17:40-6:55

2 stops37h 15m

R11 530

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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 53 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

How long is the flight to Kigali?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Kigali takes 3 hours 50 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.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Kigali?

Users looking for the lowest fares to Kigali should consider flying on Wednesday at midday, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Friday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.

Weekly flight availability to Kigali

The most flights from Johannesburg to Kigali are scheduled on a Wednesday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Kigali?

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

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Kigali?

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Kigali

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

Qatar Airways

7,4

Good

3 593 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

DOH - MXP

Excellent except for boarding. In milan it was endless. In Doha, they first boarded economy than business.....???

Qatar Airways

7,4

Good

3 593 reviews

Qatar Airways

7,4

Good

3 593 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

DOH - MXP

Excellent except for boarding. In milan it was endless. In Doha, they first boarded economy than business.....???

Ethiopian Air

7,2

Good

789 reviews

Qatar Airways

7,4

Good

3 593 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

DOH - MXP

Excellent except for boarding. In milan it was endless. In Doha, they first boarded economy than business.....???

RwandAir

7,0

Good

31 reviews

Qatar Airways

7,4

Good

3 593 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

DOH - MXP

Excellent except for boarding. In milan it was endless. In Doha, they first boarded economy than business.....???

Kenya Airways

6,9

Okay

266 reviews

Qatar Airways

7,4

Good

3 593 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

DOH - MXP

Excellent except for boarding. In milan it was endless. In Doha, they first boarded economy than business.....???

Egyptair

6,5

Okay

358 reviews

Qatar Airways

7,4

Good

3 593 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

DOH - MXP

Excellent except for boarding. In milan it was endless. In Doha, they first boarded economy than business.....???

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 4 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, Kenya Airways 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 R3 802, while return flights cost around R1 370.
How much is a return flight to Kigali?
A return flight to Kigali will typically cost around R90, however they can be found for as little as R78.
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 50 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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What airport do you fly into for flights to Kigali?

Can I find cheaper flights to Kigali if I am willing to have stopovers?

What is the best airline to fly to Kigali?

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Kigali?

How much is a return flight to Kigali?

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