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Cheap flights from Kigali to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R3 233

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 17/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
KGL — JNB
Nov 7 — Nov 141
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Kigali Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in May or April, booked 61 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Sunday and return on a Thursday

Cheap 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 8 October 2025.

Round-trip from

R5 039

One-way from

R3 233

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R5 641

Good round-trip deal

R5 396 or less
RwandAir
  • RwandAir
  • 23/11-28/11
  • Nonstop
  • 7h 40m total
  • Kigali to Johannesburg
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RwandAir
  • RwandAir
  • 17/10
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 50m total
  • Kigali to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (R11 719 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R2 210 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Kigali Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo.
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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 8 October 2025.

Sun 23/1122:30KGL - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Fri 28/113:10JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 6/10R5 039
Thu 9/1022:30KGL - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Tue 14/103:10JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 6/10R5 056
Sun 12/1022:30KGL - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Tue 28/1016:50JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 7/10R5 125
Sun 26/1010:30KGL - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Wed 29/103:10JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 7/10R5 228
Mon 3/1110:30KGL - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Sun 16/113:10JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 6/10R5 314
Thu 20/1122:30KGL - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Thu 27/1116:50JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 6/10R5 400
Mon 3/1110:55KGL - JNB
1 stop9h 15mEthiopian Air
Mon 17/118:20JNB - KGL
1 stop8h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/10R5 641
Sat 1/1110:55KGL - JNB
1 stop9h 15mEthiopian Air
Sat 8/118:20JNB - KGL
1 stop8h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/10R5 658
Thu 20/1110:55KGL - JNB
1 stop9h 15mEthiopian Air
Thu 27/118:20JNB - KGL
1 stop8h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/10R6 191
Wed 5/1110:30KGL - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Wed 12/1116:50JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 6/10R6 311
Sat 18/103:40KGL - JNB
1 stop12h 10mKenya Airways
Wed 22/1017:00JNB - KGL
1 stop7h 35mKenya Airways
Deal found 7/10R6 346
Sat 1/1115:00KGL - JNB
1 stop24h 50mKenya Airways
Fri 7/111:35JNB - KGL
1 stop12h 25mKenya Airways
Deal found 6/10R6 363

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Kigali

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OR Tambo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Wed 4/3

10:30-14:20

Nonstop3h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/3

3:10-7:00

Nonstop3h 50m

R5 262

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Sat 1/11

15:00-10:55

1 stop19h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 8/11

17:00-8:00

1 stop15h 00m

R6 346

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Tue 4/11

3:40-15:50

1 stop12h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/11

12:05-18:40

1 stop6h 35m

R6 346

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Sat 31/1

3:40-10:55

1 stop7h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/2

12:05-8:00

1 stop19h 55m

R6 346

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Sun 2/11

2:10-13:05

1 stop10h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 17/11

8:20-16:45

1 stop8h 25m

R6 500

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Fri 31/10

2:10-13:05

1 stop10h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 8/11

8:20-16:45

1 stop8h 25m

R6 500

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Tue 3/3

19:40-10:55

1 stop15h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/3

17:00-18:40

1 stop25h 40m

R7 102

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Sun 19/10

20:00-10:55

1 stop14h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/10

1:25-0:35

1 stop23h 10m

R7 102

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Thu 23/10

10:30-14:20

Nonstop3h 50m

R3 233

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Fri 24/10

10:30-14:20

Nonstop3h 50m

R3 285

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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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Kigali to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on 3 October 2025.

The best time to book flights from Kigali to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is 61 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 Kigali to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kigali to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R2 752). Flying from Kigali to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of R5 159). 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 8 October 2025.

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 8 October 2025.
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
37 reviews
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Entertainment

6,9

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Crew

7,8

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
37 reviews
RwandAir
7,7
Good
37 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,9

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Crew

7,8

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
873 reviews
RwandAir
7,7
Good
37 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,9

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Crew

7,8

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
282 reviews
RwandAir
7,7
Good
37 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,9

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Crew

7,8

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. 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 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 3h 50m. Fly via RwandAir, Kenya Airways, or Ethiopian Air 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 Kenya Airways is currently your cheapest option to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, with prices starting at R4 654. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by RwandAir and Ethiopian Air, with the lowest prices starting at R4 706 and R4 752, respectively. Kenya Airways is priced at 15% 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 512, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R5 396. When looking at the most popular route, (Kigali Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo), you can expect to pay R5 125 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kigali to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R2 752). Flying from Kigali to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of R5 159). 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 8 October 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Kenya AirwaysCheapestR4 654AverageR5 144FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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RwandAirCheapestR4 706AverageR6 788FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR4 752AverageR4 987FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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