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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali from R4 188

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 8/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — KGL
Oct 12 — Oct 191
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo to Kigali

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) 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 12 September 2025.

Round-trip from

R5 828

One-way from

R4 188

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R7 433

Good round-trip deal

R6 856 or less

Good one-way deal

R3 527 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 24/10-29/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 17h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to Kigali
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Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 21/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 50m total
  • Johannesburg to Kigali
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R6 966 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R1 863 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Kigali Intl.
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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Kigali
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Kigali. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 September 2025.

Fri 24/108:20JNB - KGL
1 stop8h 25mEthiopian Air
Wed 29/1010:55KGL - JNB
1 stop9h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/9R5 828
Sun 9/118:20JNB - KGL
1 stop8h 25mEthiopian Air
Sun 16/1110:55KGL - JNB
1 stop9h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/9R5 880
Sat 25/108:20JNB - KGL
1 stop8h 25mEthiopian Air
Fri 31/102:10KGL - JNB
1 stop10h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/9R6 508
Tue 7/108:20JNB - KGL
1 stop8h 25mEthiopian Air
Tue 14/1017:40KGL - JNB
1 stop10h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/9R6 700
Thu 23/101:25JNB - KGL
1 stop6h 35mKenya Airways
Wed 29/108:50KGL - JNB
1 stop7h 00mKenya Airways
Deal found 11/9R6 805
Tue 23/917:00JNB - KGL
1 stop7h 35mKenya Airways
Mon 29/93:40KGL - JNB
1 stop12h 10mKenya Airways
Deal found 11/9R6 822
Sat 13/98:20JNB - KGL
1 stop8h 25mEthiopian Air
Thu 18/92:10KGL - JNB
1 stop10h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/9R6 927
Sat 4/108:20JNB - KGL
1 stop8h 25mEthiopian Air
Thu 9/1017:40KGL - JNB
1 stop10h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/9R6 979

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Customise your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo 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 12 September 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali that are best for you.

Fly from

OR Tambo

Fly to

Kigali

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgKigali

JNB - KGL

JNBKGL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 24/10

8:20-16:45

1 stop8h 25m

Kigali Intl

Tue 28/10

2:10-13:05

1 stop10h 55m

R6 491

JohannesburgKigali

JNB - KGL

JNBKGL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 25/10

8:20-16:45

1 stop8h 25m

Kigali Intl

Fri 31/10

2:10-13:05

1 stop10h 55m

R6 508

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 700

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 700

JohannesburgKigali

JNB - KGL

JNBKGL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/10

1:25-8:00

1 stop6h 35m

Kigali Intl

Tue 28/10

3:40-10:55

1 stop7h 15m

R6 805

JohannesburgKigali

JNB - KGL

JNBKGL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/11

8:20-16:45

1 stop8h 25m

Kigali Intl

Sun 16/11

17:40-3:55

1 stop10h 15m

R6 892

JohannesburgKigali

JNB - KGL

JNBKGL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/10

8:20-16:45

1 stop8h 25m

Kigali Intl

Wed 8/10

2:10-13:05

1 stop10h 55m

R6 979

JohannesburgKigali

JNB - KGL

JNBKGL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 25/10

12:10-8:00

1 stop19h 50m

Kigali Intl

Fri 31/10

3:40-15:50

1 stop12h 10m

R7 119

JohannesburgKigali

JNB - KGL

JNBKGL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 26/10

1:35-18:40

1 stop17h 05m

Kigali Intl

Sun 2/11

3:40-10:55

1 stop7h 15m

R7 189

JohannesburgKigali

JNB - KGL

JNBKGL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/12

8:20-16:45

1 stop8h 25m

Kigali Intl

Wed 31/12

17:40-3:55

1 stop10h 15m

R7 241

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Kigali

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to Kigali. Price data was last updated on 29 August 2025.

Booking 53 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali (average of R372). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 OR Tambo 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 12 September 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 OR Tambo Airport to Kigali?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from OR Tambo to Kigali. Price data was last updated on 7 September 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 12 September 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with RwandAir, Qatar Airways, andEthiopian Air from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
RwandAir
7,6
Good
36 reviews
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Overall

7,6

Boarding

7,7

Comfort

7,7

Crew

7,8

Entertainment

6,8

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

Overall

7,6

Boarding

7,7

Comfort

7,7

Crew

7,8

Entertainment

6,8

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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Overall

7,6

Boarding

7,7

Comfort

7,7

Crew

7,8

Entertainment

6,8

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
Check prices

Overall

7,6

Boarding

7,7

Comfort

7,7

Crew

7,8

Entertainment

6,8

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
281 reviews
RwandAir
7,6
Good
36 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,6

Boarding

7,7

Comfort

7,7

Crew

7,8

Entertainment

6,8

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 OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo?

    For a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Kigali, you will be flying into Kigali Intl. Kigali Intl (KGL) is just 5,2 km from the centre vof the city. Kigali Intl is the only Kigali airport and it handles 3 inbound flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo per day. 4 airlines have flights to Kigali Intl from Johannesburg OR Tambo on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali?

    Departing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali will take you 8h 25m. The distance between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Kigali is about 2694 km.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali round-trip from R2 723. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Ethiopian Air, from R5 333, and RwandAir, from R5 566. Kenya Airways is priced at 63% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali?

    While on average a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali is generally R12 327, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R2 703. When looking at the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Kigali Intl), you can expect to pay R5 828 for that flight.

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

    Flights departing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and landing in Kigali stopover in Addis Ababa most frequently.

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

    Flights departing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and landing in Kigali stopover in Lusaka least frequently.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Kigali?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to Kigali?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo Airport to Kigali?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali (average of R372). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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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Fly from OR Tambo to Kigali on these airlines

Choose from the following airlines for your flight from OR Tambo to Kigali. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 12 September 2025.
RwandAir flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Kigali Intl
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Top 4 airlines flying from OR Tambo to Kigali

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo 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 12 September 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Kenya AirwaysCheapestR2 723AverageR6 753FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 333AverageR7 084FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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RwandAirCheapestR5 566AverageR7 858FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 261AverageR10 882FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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