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Cheap flights from Kigali to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R3 678

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 22/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
KGL — JNB
Sep 10 — Sep 171
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 11 August 2026.

Fri 4/910:40 -
1 stop9h 30m
Fri 11/98:20 -
1 stop8h 25m
Deal found 11/8R5 168
Sat 5/910:55 -
1 stop9h 15m
Sat 12/98:20 -
1 stop8h 25m
Deal found 6/8R5 184
Mon 10/817:40 -
1 stop10h 15m
Sat 29/822:50 -
1 stop11h 00m
Deal found 8/8R5 266
Mon 10/810:55 -
1 stop9h 15m
Wed 26/814:30 -
1 stop10h 35m
Deal found 8/8R5 282
Sun 9/810:55 -
1 stop9h 15m
Sat 29/88:20 -
1 stop8h 25m
Deal found 8/8R5 298
Mon 24/89:00 -
1 stop25h 55m
Sat 5/912:10 -
1 stop19h 50m
Deal found 10/8R5 768
Wed 23/99:00 -
1 stop6h 50m
Wed 30/912:10 -
1 stop19h 45m
Deal found 10/8R5 784
Fri 14/810:55 -
1 stop17h 00m
Tue 1/98:20 -
1 stop8h 25m
Deal found 11/8R6 707
Fri 4/99:55 -
Nonstop4h 00m
Thu 10/93:10 -
Nonstop3h 50m
Deal found 11/8R7 274
Mon 10/89:55 -
Nonstop4h 00m
Wed 26/817:45 -
Nonstop3h 45m
Deal found 7/8R7 291
Sun 9/89:55 -
Nonstop4h 00m
Fri 28/817:45 -
Nonstop3h 45m
Deal found 8/8R7 307

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 11 August 2026.

Round-trip from

R5 168

One-way from

R3 678

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R6 740
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 4/9-11/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 17h 55m total
  • Kigali to Johannesburg
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Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 10/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 9h 15m total
  • Kigali to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (R2 878 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R913 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Kigali to OR Tambo 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 11 August 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL Kigali Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Sat 5/9

10:55-20:10

1 stop9h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 12/9

8:20-16:45

1 stop8h 25m

R5 184

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL Kigali Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Sun 6/9

20:00-0:15

1 stop28h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 8/10

1:15-14:25

1 stop13h 10m

R5 768

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL Kigali Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Sun 6/9

9:55-13:55

Nonstop4h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 9/10

17:45-21:30

Nonstop3h 45m

R7 307
Fastest return journey

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL Kigali Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Sat 5/9

22:30-2:20

Nonstop3h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 12/9

17:45-21:30

Nonstop3h 45m

R7 469

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL Kigali Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Mon 30/11

9:55-13:55

Nonstop4h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/12

8:20-16:45

1 stop8h 25m

R8 684

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL Kigali Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Sat 5/9

11:50-20:50

2 stops9h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 12/9

8:20-16:45

1 stop8h 25m

R10 612

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL Kigali Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Sun 20/9

11:50-20:35

2 stops8h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/10

14:30-1:05

1 stop10h 35m

R10 936

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL Kigali Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Wed 16/9

22:30-2:20

Nonstop3h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/9

17:45-21:30

Nonstop3h 45m

R13 269

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL Kigali Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Mon 24/8

9:55-13:55

Nonstop4h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 4/9

3:10-7:00

Nonstop3h 50m

R13 269

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL Kigali Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Sun 18/10

9:55-13:55

Nonstop4h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 24/10

3:10-7:00

Nonstop3h 50m

R13 269

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Best time to book a flight from Kigali to OR Tambo

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to OR Tambo from Kigali with our price prediction graph.
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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kigali to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R5 298). Flying from Kigali to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of R6 805). 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 11 August 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.

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Kigali to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights typically cost between R6 238 and R7 161 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R5 168 on Ethiopian Air (Sept 4–Sept 11).

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 11 August 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with RwandAir and Kenya 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
7,8
Good
42 reviews
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Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

6,8

Food

7,4

Crew

8,0

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,9

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
7,8
Good
42 reviews
RwandAir
7,8
Good
42 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

6,8

Food

7,4

Crew

8,0

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,9

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
6,7
Okay
319 reviews
RwandAir
7,8
Good
42 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

6,8

Food

7,4

Crew

8,0

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,9

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. 2 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 2 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 4h. Fly via Ethiopian Air, Kenya Airways, or RwandAir to get the fastest option. Kigali and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are separated by 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 Kigali to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?

    Flying on RwandAir is currently your cheapest option to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, with prices starting at R5 050. Another option worth looking into is Kenya Airways, starting at R5 336 round trip. RwandAir is priced at 18% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kigali to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R5 298). Flying from Kigali to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of R6 805). 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 Kigali to OR Tambo on these airlines

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RwandAir flights from Kigali Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo
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Top 2 airlines flying from Kigali to OR Tambo

Discover the top 2 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 11 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
RwandAirCheapestR5 050AverageR6 516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR5 336AverageR5 889FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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