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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Kigali from R4 168

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 7/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — KGL
Oct 14 — Oct 211
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg to Kigali Intl are usually found in February or March, booked 53 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 14 September 2025.

Round-trip from

R5 852

One-way from

R4 168

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R7 294
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 9/11-16/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 17h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to Kigali
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Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 7/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 12h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to Kigali
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R7 265 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R1 869 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 14 September 2025.

Sun 9/118:20JNB - KGL
1 stop8h 25mEthiopian Air
Sun 16/1110:55KGL - JNB
1 stop9h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/9R5 852
Tue 7/108:20JNB - KGL
1 stop8h 25mEthiopian Air
Tue 14/1017:40KGL - JNB
1 stop10h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 13/9R6 669
Tue 23/917:00JNB - KGL
1 stop7h 35mKenya Airways
Mon 29/93:40KGL - JNB
1 stop12h 10mKenya Airways
Deal found 11/9R6 790
Mon 22/917:00JNB - KGL
1 stop26h 00mKenya Airways
Mon 29/920:00KGL - JNB
1 stop14h 55mKenya Airways
Deal found 13/9R6 808
Sat 13/98:20JNB - KGL
1 stop8h 25mEthiopian Air
Thu 18/92:10KGL - JNB
1 stop10h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/9R6 894
Mon 27/108:20JNB - KGL
1 stop8h 25mEthiopian Air
Mon 3/1110:55KGL - JNB
1 stop9h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/9R6 964
Sat 8/111:35JNB - KGL
1 stop17h 05mKenya Airways
Sat 15/113:40KGL - JNB
1 stop7h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 12/9R7 155
Mon 22/93:10JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Tue 30/922:30KGL - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 11/9R7 485

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Price

JohannesburgKigali

JNB - KGL

JNBKGL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/10

8:20-16:45

1 stop8h 25m

Kigali Intl

Sun 2/11

2:10-13:05

1 stop10h 55m

R6 669

JohannesburgKigali

JNB - KGL

JNBKGL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/10

8:20-16:45

1 stop8h 25m

Kigali Intl

Tue 14/10

17:40-3:55

1 stop10h 15m

R6 669

JohannesburgKigali

JNB - KGL

JNBKGL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/10

1:35-8:00

1 stop6h 25m

Kigali Intl

Tue 4/11

8:50-0:25

1 stop15h 35m

R6 808

JohannesburgKigali

JNB - KGL

JNBKGL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/11

8:20-16:45

1 stop8h 25m

Kigali Intl

Sat 15/11

2:10-13:05

1 stop10h 55m

R6 860

JohannesburgKigali

JNB - KGL

JNBKGL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/3

8:20-16:45

1 stop8h 25m

Kigali Intl

Wed 11/3

2:10-13:05

1 stop10h 55m

R6 860

JohannesburgKigali

JNB - KGL

JNBKGL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 8/11

1:35-8:00

1 stop6h 25m

Kigali Intl

Sun 16/11

19:40-15:50

1 stop20h 10m

R7 155

JohannesburgKigali

JNB - KGL

JNBKGL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/1

3:10-7:00

Nonstop3h 50m

Kigali Intl

Sun 8/2

22:30-2:20

Nonstop3h 50m

R7 502

JohannesburgKigali

JNB - KGL

JNBKGL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/12

12:05-0:35

1 stop12h 30m

Kigali Intl

Tue 30/12

3:40-15:50

1 stop12h 10m

R7 763

JohannesburgKigali

JNB - KGL

JNBKGL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/1

12:05-0:35

1 stop12h 30m

R4 168

JohannesburgKigali

JNB - KGL

JNBKGL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/1

3:10-7:00

Nonstop3h 50m

R4 359

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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 September 2025.

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg to Kigali is 53 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Kigali (average of R372). Flying from Johannesburg to Kigali in December is currently the most expensive (average of R418). 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 14 September 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Johannesburg to Kigali at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 32% 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 14 September 2025.

The most flights from ZA1 to KGL are scheduled on a Friday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg to Kigali?

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 14 September 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.
RwandAir
7,6
Good
36 reviews
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Entertainment

6,8

Overall

7,6

Crew

7,8

Boarding

7,7

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,2

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Bob,Dec 2023

EBB - KGL

Overall it was a good,given that it is a short flight one can’t easily find fault.
RwandAir
7,6
Good
36 reviews
RwandAir
7,6
Good
36 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,8

Overall

7,6

Crew

7,8

Boarding

7,7

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,2

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Bob,Dec 2023

EBB - KGL

Overall it was a good,given that it is a short flight one can’t easily find fault.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 624 reviews
RwandAir
7,6
Good
36 reviews
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Entertainment

6,8

Overall

7,6

Crew

7,8

Boarding

7,7

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,2

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Bob,Dec 2023

EBB - KGL

Overall it was a good,given that it is a short flight one can’t easily find fault.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
861 reviews
RwandAir
7,6
Good
36 reviews
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Entertainment

6,8

Overall

7,6

Crew

7,8

Boarding

7,7

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,2

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Bob,Dec 2023

EBB - KGL

Overall it was a good,given that it is a short flight one can’t easily find fault.
Kenya Airways
6,9
Okay
280 reviews
RwandAir
7,6
Good
36 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,8

Overall

7,6

Crew

7,8

Boarding

7,7

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,2

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Bob,Dec 2023

EBB - KGL

Overall it was a good,given that it is a short flight one can’t easily find fault.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Johannesburg to Kigali. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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 R2 710. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Ethiopian Air, from R5 308, and RwandAir, from R5 540. Kenya Airways is priced at 63% 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 R4 168 on Kenya Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include RwandAir from R4 359 and Ethiopian Air from R5 418 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Kigali?

    On average you can expect to pay R12 268 for a flight from Johannesburg to Kigali. The cheapest flight overall is R2 691 while the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Kigali Intl) is currently priced at R5 800.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Johannesburg to Kigali?

    Of the flights from Johannesburg to Kigali that have stopovers, most of them stop in Addis Ababa.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Johannesburg to Kigali flights?

    The least popular stopover on flights from Johannesburg to Kigali is Lusaka.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Kigali that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to Kigali flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Kigali?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Johannesburg to Kigali.

  • 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Kigali (average of R372). Flying from Johannesburg to Kigali in December is currently the most expensive (average of R418). 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.

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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR2 710AverageR6 721FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 308AverageR7 051FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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RwandAirCheapestR5 540AverageR7 820FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 212AverageR10 830FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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