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Cheap flights from Kigali to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R3 621

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 25/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
KGL — JNB
Mar 21 — Mar 281
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Kigali to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kigali to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 19 February 2026.

Thu 19/33:40
KGL
-
JNB
1 stop12h 10m
Kenya Airways
Tue 24/312:05
JNB
-
KGL
1 stop12h 30m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 17/2R5 255
Thu 12/33:40
KGL
-
JNB
1 stop12h 10m
Kenya Airways
Mon 16/317:00
JNB
-
KGL
1 stop25h 40m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 17/2R5 272
Fri 20/28:50
KGL
-
JNB
1 stop15h 35m
Kenya Airways
Wed 25/212:05
JNB
-
KGL
1 stop12h 30m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 15/2R5 288
Thu 2/49:00
KGL
-
JNB
1 stop15h 15m
Kenya Airways
Wed 8/41:15
JNB
-
KGL
1 stop17h 45m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 16/2R5 304
Fri 3/49:00
KGL
-
JNB
1 stop6h 50m
Kenya Airways
Fri 10/417:00
JNB
-
KGL
1 stop7h 35m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 16/2R5 336
Fri 20/210:55
KGL
-
JNB
1 stop9h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 25/28:20
JNB
-
KGL
1 stop8h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 18/2R5 384
Sat 4/415:00
KGL
-
JNB
1 stop19h 55m
Kenya Airways
Sat 11/417:00
JNB
-
KGL
1 stop7h 35m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 18/2R5 416
Mon 16/221:40
KGL
-
JNB
1 stop13h 15m
Kenya Airways
Thu 19/217:00
JNB
-
KGL
1 stop27h 20m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 16/2R5 640
Mon 16/221:40
KGL
-
JNB
1 stop18h 10m
Kenya Airways
Tue 17/21:35
JNB
-
KGL
1 stop6h 25m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 16/2R5 688
Fri 20/322:30
KGL
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
RwandAir
Tue 24/316:50
JNB
-
KGL
Nonstop3h 50m
RwandAir
Deal found 17/2R5 960
Fri 20/211:40
KGL
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
RwandAir
Wed 25/216:50
JNB
-
KGL
Nonstop3h 50m
RwandAir
Deal found 15/2R5 993
Fri 3/422:30
KGL
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
RwandAir
Thu 9/43:10
JNB
-
KGL
Nonstop3h 50m
RwandAir
Deal found 16/2R6 089

Find flight deals from Kigali to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Kigali (KGL) to OR Tambo (JNB). 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 19 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R5 255

One-way from

R3 621

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R6 329

Good round-trip deal

R6 051 or less
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 19/3-24/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 24h 40m total
  • Kigali to Johannesburg
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Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 25/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 50m total
  • Kigali to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R6 815 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R1 405 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Fly from

Kigali

Fly to

OR Tambo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Thu 19/3

3:40-15:50

1 stop12h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/3

12:05-0:35

1 stop12h 30m

R5 255

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Thu 12/3

3:40-15:50

1 stop12h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/3

17:00-18:40

1 stop25h 40m

R5 272

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Thu 5/3

3:40-10:55

1 stop7h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/3

12:05-0:35

1 stop12h 30m

R5 288

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Fri 3/4

9:00-10:55

1 stop25h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/4

12:10-8:00

1 stop19h 50m

R5 304

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Sun 19/4

3:40-10:55

1 stop7h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/4

1:15-8:00

1 stop6h 45m

R5 304

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Sat 4/4

15:00-10:55

1 stop19h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/4

17:00-0:35

1 stop7h 35m

R5 416

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Fri 20/3

22:30-2:20

Nonstop3h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/3

16:50-20:40

Nonstop3h 50m

R5 960

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Fri 3/4

22:30-2:20

Nonstop3h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/4

3:10-7:00

Nonstop3h 50m

R6 089

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Thu 2/4

22:30-2:20

Nonstop3h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/4

3:10-7:00

Nonstop3h 50m

R6 233

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Fri 6/3

10:30-14:20

Nonstop3h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/3

3:10-7:00

Nonstop3h 50m

R6 281

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Best time to book a flight from Kigali to OR Tambo

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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kigali to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R3 269). Flying from Kigali to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in November is currently the most expensive (average of R5 127). 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 KGL to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Kigali to OR Tambo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 19 February 2026.

When flying from Kigali to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo. Reviews last updated 19 February 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with RwandAir, Ethiopian Air, andKenya Airways from Kigali to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. 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
7,7
Good
40 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,0

Entertainment

6,7

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 2
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online
RwandAir
7,7
Good
40 reviews
RwandAir
7,7
Good
40 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,0

Entertainment

6,7

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 2
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
962 reviews
RwandAir
7,7
Good
40 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,0

Entertainment

6,7

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 2
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online
Kenya Airways
6,8
Okay
293 reviews
RwandAir
7,7
Good
40 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,0

Entertainment

6,7

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 2
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Kigali to OR Tambo. 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 from for flights from Kigali to Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    Kigali Intl (KGL), located 5,2 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Kigali to Johannesburg OR Tambo. 3 airlines have flights from Kigali Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo on a regular basis. Booking flights from Kigali Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 3 outbound flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo per day.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Kigali to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in 12h 10m. Fly via Kenya Airways to get the fastest option. Kigali and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are separated by a distance of 2694 km.

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

    Flying on Kenya Airways is currently your cheapest option to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, with prices starting at R4 271. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by RwandAir and Ethiopian Air, with the lowest prices starting at R4 367 and R4 427, respectively. Kenya Airways is priced at 23% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    While on average a flight from Kigali to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is generally R9 112, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R5 717. When looking at the most popular route, (Kigali Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo), you can expect to pay R5 320 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kigali to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R3 269). Flying from Kigali to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in November is currently the most expensive (average of R5 127). 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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Top 3 airlines flying from Kigali to OR Tambo

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Kigali to OR Tambo. 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 19 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Kenya AirwaysCheapestR4 271AverageR4 826FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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RwandAirCheapestR4 367AverageR6 458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR4 427AverageR4 640FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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