Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Kigali from R3 914
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 22/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — KGL
Nov 30 — Dec 71
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 February, booked 45 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Monday
Cheap 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 31 October 2025.
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 31 October 2025.
Mon 22/128:20JNB - KGL
1 stop8h 25mEthiopian Air
Tue 30/1210:55KGL - JNB
1 stop9h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/10R5 707
Mon 22/128:20JNB - KGL
1 stop8h 25mEthiopian Air
Thu 1/110:55KGL - JNB
1 stop9h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/10R5 810
Sun 9/118:20JNB - KGL
1 stop8h 25mEthiopian Air
Sun 16/1110:55KGL - JNB
1 stop9h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/10R5 896
Tue 23/128:20JNB - KGL
1 stop8h 25mEthiopian Air
Wed 31/1210:55KGL - JNB
1 stop9h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/10R5 914
Tue 2/121:35JNB - KGL
1 stop6h 25mKenya Airways
Tue 9/123:40KGL - JNB
1 stop12h 10mKenya Airways
Deal found 29/10R6 603
Sat 13/1223:00JNB - KGL
1 stop10h 55mEthiopian Air
Sat 20/1210:55KGL - JNB
1 stop9h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/10R6 845
Mon 17/1114:30JNB - KGL
1 stop10h 35mEthiopian Air
Fri 21/112:10KGL - JNB
1 stop10h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 30/10R6 983
Mon 1/1223:00JNB - KGL
1 stop10h 55mEthiopian Air
Fri 5/122:10KGL - JNB
1 stop10h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/10R7 052
Sat 8/111:35JNB - KGL
1 stop6h 25mKenya Airways
Sat 15/113:40KGL - JNB
1 stop12h 10mKenya Airways
Deal found 30/10R7 121
Thu 6/111:35JNB - KGL
1 stop17h 05mKenya Airways
Tue 11/118:20KGL - JNB
1 stop7h 30mKenya Airways
Deal found 29/10R7 138
Thu 25/128:20JNB - KGL
1 stop8h 25mEthiopian Air
Fri 2/117:40KGL - JNB
1 stop10h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/10R7 172
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 31 October 2025.
Wed 25/28:20JNB - KGL
1 stop8h 25mEthiopian Air
Sun 8/32:10KGL - JNB
1 stop10h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/10R6 603
Sun 16/111:35JNB - KGL
1 stop6h 25mKenya Airways
Fri 21/113:40KGL - JNB
1 stop7h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 30/10R7 121
Sun 14/1216:50JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 20/123:40KGL - JNB
1 stop20h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/10R8 259
Wed 24/123:10JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Sat 3/122:30KGL - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 29/10R8 362
Sun 9/118:20JNB - KGL
1 stop8h 25mEthiopian Air
Sun 16/1110:55KGL - JNB
1 stop9h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 30/10R6 828
Sat 24/11:35JNB - KGL
1 stop23h 00mKenya Airways
Thu 29/13:40KGL - JNB
1 stop20h 45mKenya Airways
Deal found 30/10R7 121
Fri 27/323:00JNB - KGL
1 stop10h 55mEthiopian Air
Mon 30/32:10KGL - JNB
1 stop10h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 30/10R7 552
Tue 23/1223:00JNB - KGL
1 stop10h 55mEthiopian Air
Mon 29/122:10KGL - JNB
1 stop10h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/10R7 724
Fri 26/1223:00JNB - KGL
1 stop10h 55mEthiopian Air
Thu 1/110:55KGL - JNB
1 stop9h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/10R7 724
Thu 19/223:00JNB - KGL
1 stop10h 55mEthiopian Air
Sun 22/210:55KGL - JNB
1 stop9h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/10R7 741
Sat 27/128:20JNB - KGL
1 stop8h 25mEthiopian Air
Sat 3/117:40KGL - JNB
1 stop10h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/10R7 793
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 31 October 2025.
Sun 16/113:10JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Sat 22/1110:30KGL - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 30/10R7 293
Fri 26/123:10JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Sat 3/122:30KGL - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 29/10R7 483
Mon 16/33:10JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Fri 20/322:30KGL - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 29/10R8 362
Fri 27/316:50JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Tue 31/310:30KGL - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 30/10R8 862
Wed 24/123:10JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Fri 2/110:30KGL - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 29/10R8 948
Fri 12/123:10JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Sat 20/1222:30KGL - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 29/10R9 034
Sun 4/13:10JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Mon 5/122:30KGL - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 30/10R10 431
Sat 27/123:10JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Wed 31/1210:30KGL - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 29/10R10 465
Sat 27/123:10JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Sun 4/122:30KGL - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 29/10R12 552
Last-minute flights from Johannesburg to Kigali
Discover last-minute flight deals from Johannesburg to Kigali. Data last updated 31 October 2025 and is based on user searches.
Fri 31/103:10JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Fri 7/1110:30KGL - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 30/10R7 517
Sat 1/1117:00JNB - KGL
1 stop7h 35mKenya Airways
Fri 7/118:50KGL - JNB
1 stop7h 00mKenya Airways
Deal found 30/10R7 603
Sat 1/118:20JNB - KGL
1 stop8h 25mEthiopian Air
Thu 6/112:10KGL - JNB
1 stop10h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 30/10R8 086
Thu 6/111:35JNB - KGL
1 stop17h 05mKenya Airways
Tue 11/118:20KGL - JNB
1 stop7h 30mKenya Airways
Deal found 29/10R7 138
Sat 8/111:35JNB - KGL
1 stop6h 25mKenya Airways
Sat 15/113:40KGL - JNB
1 stop12h 10mKenya Airways
Deal found 30/10R7 121
Sun 9/118:20JNB - KGL
1 stop8h 25mEthiopian Air
Sun 16/1110:55KGL - JNB
1 stop9h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/10R5 896
Sun 16/113:10JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Sat 22/1110:30KGL - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 30/10R7 293
Sun 16/113:10JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 21/113:40KGL - JNB
1 stop12h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/10R8 259
Mon 17/1114:30JNB - KGL
1 stop10h 35mEthiopian Air
Fri 21/112:10KGL - JNB
1 stop10h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 30/10R6 983
Sun 30/111:35JNB - KGL
1 stop6h 25mKenya Airways
Sat 6/128:50KGL - JNB
1 stop7h 00mKenya Airways
Deal found 29/10R6 603
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 31 October 2025.
Sat 22/111:35JNB - KGL
1 stop6h 25mKenya Airways
Deal found 30/10R3 914
Fri 28/111:35JNB - KGL
1 stop23h 00mKenya Airways
Deal found 30/10R4 155
Wed 5/111:35JNB - KGL
1 stop6h 25mKenya Airways
Deal found 29/10R4 172
Wed 5/113:10JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 29/10R4 224
Thu 20/113:10JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 29/10R4 276
Sat 22/1116:50JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 28/10R4 293
Fri 28/113:10JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 30/10R4 328
Sat 22/113:10JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 30/10R4 345
Thu 19/33:10JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 29/10R4 396
Mon 16/31:35JNB - KGL
1 stop6h 25mKenya Airways
Deal found 29/10R4 534
Mon 16/33:10JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 29/10R4 828
Sun 4/18:20JNB - KGL
1 stop8h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 30/10R6 103
Cheapflights Fare Finder
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 31 October 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg to Kigali that are best for you.
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Johannesburg
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Kigali
Route
Depart
Return
Price
JohannesburgKigali
JNB - KGL
JNBKGL
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 25/2
8:20-16:45
1 stop8h 25m
Kigali Intl
Sun 8/3
2:10-13:05
1 stop10h 55m
R6 603
JohannesburgKigali
JNB - KGL
JNBKGL
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 9/11
8:20-16:45
1 stop8h 25m
Kigali Intl
Sun 16/11
10:55-20:10
1 stop9h 15m
R6 828
JohannesburgKigali
JNB - KGL
JNBKGL
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 16/11
1:35-8:00
1 stop6h 25m
Kigali Intl
Fri 21/11
3:40-10:55
1 stop7h 15m
R7 121
JohannesburgKigali
JNB - KGL
JNBKGL
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sat 24/1
1:35-0:35
1 stop23h 00m
Kigali Intl
Thu 29/1
3:40-0:25
1 stop20h 45m
R7 121
JohannesburgKigali
JNB - KGL
JNBKGL
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 27/3
23:00-9:55
1 stop10h 55m
Kigali Intl
Mon 30/3
2:10-13:05
1 stop10h 55m
R7 552
JohannesburgKigali
JNB - KGL
JNBKGL
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 23/12
23:00-9:55
1 stop10h 55m
Kigali Intl
Mon 29/12
2:10-13:05
1 stop10h 55m
R7 724
JohannesburgKigali
JNB - KGL
JNBKGL
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 26/12
23:00-9:55
1 stop10h 55m
Kigali Intl
Thu 1/1
10:55-20:10
1 stop9h 15m
R7 724
JohannesburgKigali
JNB - KGL
JNBKGL
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 19/2
23:00-9:55
1 stop10h 55m
Kigali Intl
Sun 22/2
10:55-20:10
1 stop9h 15m
R7 741
JohannesburgKigali
JNB - KGL
JNBKGL
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sat 27/12
8:20-16:45
1 stop8h 25m
Kigali Intl
Sat 3/1
17:40-3:55
1 stop10h 15m
R7 793
JohannesburgKigali
JNB - KGL
JNBKGL
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 14/12
16:50-20:40
Nonstop3h 50m
Kigali Intl
Sat 20/12
3:40-0:25
1 stop20h 45m
R8 259
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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 24 October 2025.
The best time to book flights from Johannesburg to Kigali is 45 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Kigali (average of R4 034). Flying from Johannesburg to Kigali in July is currently the most expensive (average of R5 603). 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 31 October 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 31 October 2025.
The most flights from ZA1 to KGL are scheduled on a Tuesday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).
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 31 October 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 3 daily inbound flights from Johannesburg from 4 different airlines.
How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Kigali?
Ethiopian Air and Kenya Airways can get you from Johannesburg to Kigali in just under 6h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to 2h. Airlines will cover a distance of 2694 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Kigali round-trip?
Cheapflights users have booked flights from Johannesburg to Kigali round-trip from R4 257. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Ethiopian Air, from R5 268, and RwandAir, from R5 416. Kenya Airways is priced at 40% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.
What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Kigali?
On average you can expect to pay R12 981 for a flight from Johannesburg to Kigali. The cheapest flight overall is R2 671 while the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Kigali Intl) is currently priced at R5 414.
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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Kigali (average of R4 034). Flying from Johannesburg to Kigali in July is currently the most expensive (average of R5 603). 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 31 October 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 31 October 2025.
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