Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Kigali from R3 431
This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 22/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — KGL
Jan 15 — Jan 221
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg to Kigali Intl are usually found in September or October, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Monday
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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Kigali
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Kigali. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 December 2025.
Sat 20/1216:50JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Sat 27/1210:30KGL - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 16/12R5 280
Tue 23/123:10JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Thu 15/110:30KGL - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 14/12R5 886
Thu 18/1216:50JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Wed 24/1210:30KGL - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 15/12R5 987
Tue 16/1216:50JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Tue 23/1222:30KGL - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 14/12R6 054
Fri 19/123:10JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Thu 25/1222:30KGL - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 15/12R6 104
Sat 20/1217:00JNB - KGL
1 stop15h 00mKenya Airways
Sat 27/128:50KGL - JNB
1 stop7h 00mKenya Airways
Deal found 16/12R6 575
Tue 16/1216:50JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Sun 21/1210:30KGL - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 13/12R6 693
Sat 20/1217:00JNB - KGL
1 stop7h 35mKenya Airways
Thu 25/128:30KGL - JNB
1 stop7h 20mKenya Airways
Deal found 15/12R7 130
Tue 23/121:35JNB - KGL
1 stop6h 25mKenya Airways
Thu 15/18:50KGL - JNB
1 stop7h 00mKenya Airways
Deal found 14/12R7 483
Best flights from Johannesburg to Kigali
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Johannesburg to Kigali that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 16 December 2025.
Wed 7/18:20JNB - KGL
1 stop8h 25mEthiopian Air
Wed 21/110:55KGL - JNB
1 stop9h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/12R5 280
Thu 15/116:50JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Sat 17/110:30KGL - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 16/12R6 239
Fri 30/112:05JNB - KGL
1 stop26h 35mKenya Airways
Fri 6/219:40KGL - JNB
1 stop20h 10mKenya Airways
Deal found 16/12R6 575
Fri 23/18:20JNB - KGL
1 stop8h 25mEthiopian Air
Thu 5/210:55KGL - JNB
1 stop9h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/12R5 280
Thu 29/18:20JNB - KGL
1 stop8h 25mEthiopian Air
Thu 5/210:55KGL - JNB
1 stop9h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/12R5 314
Sun 25/18:20JNB - KGL
1 stop8h 25mEthiopian Air
Fri 30/110:55KGL - JNB
1 stop9h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/12R5 432
Wed 28/11:35JNB - KGL
1 stop6h 25mKenya Airways
Thu 5/28:50KGL - JNB
1 stop15h 35mKenya Airways
Deal found 14/12R6 609
Tue 10/38:20JNB - KGL
1 stop8h 25mEthiopian Air
Thu 12/310:55KGL - JNB
1 stop9h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/12R5 432
Fri 27/38:20JNB - KGL
1 stop8h 25mEthiopian Air
Tue 31/310:55KGL - JNB
1 stop9h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/12R5 432
Mon 5/18:20JNB - KGL
1 stop8h 25mEthiopian Air
Mon 19/12:10KGL - JNB
1 stop10h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 14/12R6 508
Direct flights from Johannesburg to Kigali
Explore direct flight options from Johannesburg to Kigali based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 16 December 2025.
Wed 28/13:10JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Thu 5/222:30KGL - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 15/12R5 936
Sun 1/23:10JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Wed 4/210:30KGL - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 15/12R6 054
Thu 15/116:50JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Sat 17/110:30KGL - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 16/12R6 239
Sat 10/13:10JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Tue 13/110:30KGL - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 14/12R6 760
Sat 24/13:10JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Fri 30/122:30KGL - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 15/12R7 231
Thu 1/13:10JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Fri 9/122:30KGL - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 16/12R7 786
Sun 4/13:10JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Tue 20/122:30KGL - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 14/12R8 156
Fri 26/1216:50JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Sat 27/1222:30KGL - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 15/12R17 573
Fri 30/116:50JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Fri 6/222:30KGL - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 16/12R17 607
Last-minute flights from Johannesburg to Kigali
Discover last-minute flight deals from Johannesburg to Kigali. Data last updated 16 December 2025 and is based on user searches.
Tue 16/1216:50JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Tue 23/1222:30KGL - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 14/12R6 054
Thu 18/1216:50JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Wed 24/1210:30KGL - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 15/12R5 987
Fri 19/123:10JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Sat 27/1222:30KGL - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 15/12R5 348
Fri 19/123:10JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Thu 25/1222:30KGL - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 15/12R6 104
Tue 23/123:10JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Thu 15/110:30KGL - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 14/12R5 886
Mon 5/18:20JNB - KGL
1 stop8h 25mEthiopian Air
Mon 19/12:10KGL - JNB
1 stop10h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 14/12R6 508
Thu 15/116:50JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Sat 17/110:30KGL - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 16/12R6 239
Fri 23/18:20JNB - KGL
1 stop8h 25mEthiopian Air
Tue 3/210:55KGL - JNB
1 stop9h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/12R5 280
Sun 25/18:20JNB - KGL
1 stop8h 25mEthiopian Air
Fri 30/110:55KGL - JNB
1 stop9h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/12R5 432
Wed 28/13:10JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Thu 5/222:30KGL - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 15/12R5 936
Thu 29/18:20JNB - KGL
1 stop8h 25mEthiopian Air
Thu 5/210:55KGL - JNB
1 stop9h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/12R5 314
One-way flights from Johannesburg to Kigali
Search for one-way flight options from Johannesburg to Kigali. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 16 December 2025.
Mon 22/1216:50JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 16/12R3 431
Mon 22/1217:00JNB - KGL
1 stop25h 40mKenya Airways
Deal found 16/12R3 834
Mon 19/116:50JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 16/12R4 070
Thu 15/116:50JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 16/12R4 120
Thu 11/617:00JNB - KGL
1 stop7h 35mKenya Airways
Deal found 15/12R4 137
Tue 13/11:35JNB - KGL
1 stop6h 25mKenya Airways
Deal found 16/12R4 154
Wed 21/112:05JNB - KGL
1 stop6h 35mKenya Airways
Deal found 15/12R4 171
Thu 29/13:10JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 14/12R4 187
Sun 18/112:05JNB - KGL
1 stop6h 35mKenya Airways
Deal found 15/12R4 255
Wed 14/116:50JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 16/12R4 288
Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Kigali
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) to Kigali (KGL). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 16 December 2025.
Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg to Kigali that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 16 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg to Kigali that are best for you.
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Johannesburg
Fly to
Kigali
Route
Depart
Return
Price
JohannesburgKigali
JNB - KGL
JNBKGL
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 7/1
8:20-16:45
1 stop8h 25m
Kigali Intl
Wed 21/1
10:55-20:10
1 stop9h 15m
R5 280
JohannesburgKigali
JNB - KGL
JNBKGL
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 23/1
8:20-16:45
1 stop8h 25m
Kigali Intl
Thu 5/2
10:55-20:10
1 stop9h 15m
R5 280
JohannesburgKigali
JNB - KGL
JNBKGL
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 29/1
8:20-16:45
1 stop8h 25m
Kigali Intl
Thu 5/2
10:55-20:10
1 stop9h 15m
R5 314
JohannesburgKigali
JNB - KGL
JNBKGL
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 25/1
8:20-16:45
1 stop8h 25m
Kigali Intl
Fri 30/1
10:55-20:10
1 stop9h 15m
R5 432
JohannesburgKigali
JNB - KGL
JNBKGL
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 10/3
8:20-16:45
1 stop8h 25m
Kigali Intl
Thu 12/3
10:55-20:10
1 stop9h 15m
R5 432
JohannesburgKigali
JNB - KGL
JNBKGL
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 27/3
8:20-16:45
1 stop8h 25m
Kigali Intl
Tue 31/3
10:55-20:10
1 stop9h 15m
R5 432
JohannesburgKigali
JNB - KGL
JNBKGL
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 15/1
16:50-20:40
Nonstop3h 50m
Kigali Intl
Sat 17/1
10:30-14:20
Nonstop3h 50m
R6 239
JohannesburgKigali
JNB - KGL
JNBKGL
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 5/1
8:20-16:45
1 stop8h 25m
Kigali Intl
Mon 19/1
2:10-13:05
1 stop10h 55m
R6 508
JohannesburgKigali
JNB - KGL
JNBKGL
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 30/1
12:05-14:40
1 stop26h 35m
Kigali Intl
Fri 6/2
19:40-15:50
1 stop20h 10m
R6 575
JohannesburgKigali
JNB - KGL
JNBKGL
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 28/1
1:35-8:00
1 stop6h 25m
Kigali Intl
Thu 5/2
8:50-0:25
1 stop15h 35m
R6 609
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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Kigali
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Kigali
How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg to Kigali?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Kigali. Price data was last updated on 12 December 2025.
The best time to book flights from Johannesburg to Kigali is 73 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Kigali?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Kigali (average of R4 810). Flying from Johannesburg to Kigali in July is currently the most expensive (average of R5 465). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to KGL?
Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg to Kigali. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 16 December 2025.
It’s optimal to fly from Johannesburg to Kigali at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 33% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg to Kigali?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Kigali. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg to Kigali flight should consider departing on Wednesday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Weekly flight availability from Johannesburg to Kigali
Explore weekly flight availability from Johannesburg to Kigali. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 16 December 2025.
The most flights from ZA1 to KGL are scheduled on a Friday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).
How often are flights from Johannesburg to Kigali delayed?
About 30% of weekly flights between Johannesburg and Kigali have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 138 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Johannesburg to Kigali flights?
Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Johannesburg to Kigali flights?
Over the past year, RwandAir have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 30% of flights being delayed.
Reviews of airlines servicing Kigali
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kigali. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Kigali. Reviews last updated 16 December 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with RwandAir, Qatar Airways, andEthiopian Air from Johannesburg to Kigali have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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What airport do you fly into for flights to Kigali from Johannesburg?
Located just 5,2 km from the city centre, Kigali Intl is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Kigali from Johannesburg. Booking flights from Johannesburg to Kigali Intl (KGL) should be relatively easy as there are 4 daily inbound flights from Johannesburg from 4 different airlines.
How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Kigali?
Ethiopian Air can get you from Johannesburg to Kigali in just under 8h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to . Airlines will cover a distance of 2694 km.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Kigali round-trip?
Cheapflights users have booked flights from Johannesburg to Kigali round-trip from R5 134. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are RwandAir, from R5 259, and Kenya Airways, from R5 723. Ethiopian Air is priced at 24% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg to Kigali one-way?
One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as R2 207 on Kenya Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include RwandAir from R3 014 and Ethiopian Air from R5 230 one-way.
What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Kigali?
On average you can expect to pay R10 893 for a flight from Johannesburg to Kigali. The cheapest flight overall is R2 723 while the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Kigali Intl) is currently priced at R5 196.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to Kigali?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to Kigali by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Kigali?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Kigali (average of R4 810). Flying from Johannesburg to Kigali in July is currently the most expensive (average of R5 465). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
Explore flights to Kigali departing from other origins. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 16 December 2025.
Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg to Kigali. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 16 December 2025.
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