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Cheap flights from Kigali to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R3 985

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 21/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
KGL — JNB
Aug 12 — Aug 191
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 13 July 2026.

Sat 22/89:00
KGL
-
JNB
1 stop6h 50m
Kenya Airways
Sun 30/817:00
JNB
-
KGL
1 stop7h 35m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 9/7R5 758
Fri 14/88:50
KGL
-
JNB
1 stop15h 25m
Kenya Airways
Fri 21/812:10
JNB
-
KGL
1 stop19h 50m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 10/7R5 791
Sat 15/83:40
KGL
-
JNB
1 stop20h 35m
Kenya Airways
Fri 21/81:15
JNB
-
KGL
1 stop6h 45m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 10/7R5 807
Sun 26/710:55
KGL
-
JNB
1 stop9h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 30/78:20
JNB
-
KGL
1 stop8h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 10/7R6 084
Tue 14/72:40
KGL
-
JNB
1 stop13h 10m
Kenya Airways
Wed 22/712:10
JNB
-
KGL
1 stop6h 50m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 12/7R6 100
Fri 7/89:00
KGL
-
JNB
1 stop6h 50m
Kenya Airways
Fri 14/812:10
JNB
-
KGL
1 stop19h 50m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 8/7R6 279
Mon 12/1020:00
KGL
-
JNB
1 stop14h 55m
Kenya Airways
Mon 26/1012:05
JNB
-
KGL
1 stop12h 30m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 8/7R6 832
Sun 26/79:35
KGL
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
RwandAir
Thu 30/717:45
JNB
-
KGL
Nonstop3h 45m
RwandAir
Deal found 10/7R7 043
Sun 16/89:35
KGL
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
RwandAir
Sat 22/817:45
JNB
-
KGL
Nonstop3h 45m
RwandAir
Deal found 10/7R7 076
Wed 15/79:35
KGL
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
RwandAir
Wed 22/717:45
JNB
-
KGL
Nonstop3h 45m
RwandAir
Deal found 12/7R7 092

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 13 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R5 758

One-way from

R3 985

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R6 311

Good one-way deal

R4 576 or less
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 22/8-30/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 14h 25m total
  • Kigali to Johannesburg
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Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 21/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 9h 15m total
  • Kigali to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R3 615 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R907 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Kigali Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Sat 15/8

3:40-0:15

1 stop20h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 22/8

12:10-19:00

1 stop6h 50m

R5 791

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Thu 6/8

2:10-13:25

1 stop11h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 14/8

8:20-16:45

1 stop8h 25m

R6 100

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Mon 12/10

20:00-10:55

1 stop14h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/10

12:05-0:35

1 stop12h 30m

R6 832
Fastest return journey

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Sun 16/8

9:35-13:25

Nonstop3h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 22/8

17:45-21:30

Nonstop3h 45m

R7 141

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Fri 14/8

22:30-2:20

Nonstop3h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 21/8

17:45-21:30

Nonstop3h 45m

R7 222

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Mon 3/8

9:35-13:25

Nonstop3h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 16/8

3:10-7:00

Nonstop3h 50m

R8 003

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Wed 5/8

20:00-10:55

1 stop14h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/8

3:10-7:00

Nonstop3h 50m

R9 093

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Thu 13/8

3:40-0:15

1 stop20h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 20/8

3:10-7:00

Nonstop3h 50m

R9 500

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Thu 13/8

2:10-13:25

1 stop11h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 21/8

5:30-16:45

2 stops35h 15m

R10 362

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Sun 6/9

10:55-1:00

2 stops38h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/9

5:30-16:45

2 stops35h 15m

R12 314

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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kigali to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R5 303). Flying from Kigali to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of R6 832). 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 13 July 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?

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 13 July 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
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

6,8

Crew

8,0

Boarding

7,9

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,4

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

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

6,8

Crew

8,0

Boarding

7,9

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,4

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
310 reviews
RwandAir
7,8
Good
42 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

6,8

Crew

8,0

Boarding

7,9

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,4

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

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  • 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 1 outbound flight 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 3h 50m. Fly via Kenya Airways, Ethiopian Air, 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 104. Another option worth looking into is Kenya Airways, starting at R5 357 round trip. RwandAir is priced at 18% 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 R4 594, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R4 477. When looking at the most popular route, (Kigali Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo), you can expect to pay R6 084 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kigali to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R5 303). Flying from Kigali to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of R6 832). 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 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 13 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Kenya AirwaysCheapestR4 452AverageR5 892FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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RwandAirCheapestR5 104AverageR6 742FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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