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R4 199+ Cheap flights to Rwanda

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 3/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— KGL
Jun 19 — Jun 261
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Rwanda in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Rwanda
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Rwanda. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 20 May 2026.

Wed 27/512:10
JNB
-
KGL
1 stop19h 50m
Kenya Airways
Tue 2/63:40
KGL
-
JNB
1 stop7h 15m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 16/5R6 481
Wed 1/712:10
JNB
-
KGL
1 stop6h 50m
Kenya Airways
Sat 4/720:00
KGL
-
JNB
1 stop14h 55m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 20/5R6 498
Mon 29/612:10
JNB
-
KGL
1 stop6h 50m
Kenya Airways
Thu 9/79:00
KGL
-
JNB
1 stop25h 55m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 20/5R6 531
Mon 25/512:10
JNB
-
KGL
1 stop6h 50m
Kenya Airways
Sun 31/520:00
KGL
-
JNB
1 stop14h 55m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 18/5R6 548
Tue 26/512:10
JNB
-
KGL
1 stop7h 10m
Kenya Airways
Tue 2/69:00
KGL
-
JNB
1 stop25h 55m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 15/5R6 565
Fri 3/712:10
JNB
-
KGL
1 stop12h 25m
Kenya Airways
Thu 9/73:40
KGL
-
JNB
1 stop7h 15m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 18/5R6 581

Find flight deals to Rwanda

Find the latest flights to Rwanda in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 20 May 2026.

Return from

R6 498

One-way from

R4 199

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R7 064
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 1/7-4/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 21h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Kigali
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Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 3/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 7h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to Rwanda
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R663 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R154 potential savings vs. average return price).
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JohannesburgKigali

JNB - KGL

JNBKGL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 31/5

16:50-20:40

Nonstop3h 50m

Kigali Intl

Tue 2/6

10:30-14:20

Nonstop3h 50m

R8 047

JohannesburgKigali

JNB - KGL

JNBKGL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 18/6

16:50-20:40

Nonstop3h 50m

Kigali Intl

Fri 19/6

10:30-14:20

Nonstop3h 50m

R8 764

JohannesburgKigali

JNB - KGL

JNBKGL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/6

8:20-16:45

1 stop8h 25m

Kigali Intl

Mon 8/6

2:10-0:05

3 stops21h 55m

R10 547

JohannesburgKigali

JNB - KGL

JNBKGL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/6

8:20-16:45

1 stop8h 25m

Kigali Intl

Wed 10/6

2:10-0:05

3 stops21h 55m

R10 547

JohannesburgKigali

JNB - KGL

JNBKGL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 31/5

5:30-16:45

3 stops35h 15m

Kigali Intl

Mon 1/6

2:10-13:25

1 stop11h 15m

R12 246

JohannesburgKigali

JNB - KGL

JNBKGL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 25/6

8:20-16:45

1 stop8h 25m

Kigali Intl

Thu 25/6

2:10-16:50

2 stops14h 40m

R13 746

JohannesburgKigali

JNB - KGL

JNBKGL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 18/6

8:20-16:45

1 stop8h 25m

Kigali Intl

Thu 18/6

2:10-16:50

2 stops14h 40m

R15 229

JohannesburgKigali

JNB - KGL

JNBKGL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 29/6

14:30-1:05

1 stop10h 35m

Kigali Intl

Wed 8/7

2:10-0:05

3 stops21h 55m

R15 628
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgKigali

JNB - KGL

JNBKGL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 27/5

12:10-0:35

1 stop12h 25m

R4 615
Fastest single journey

JohannesburgKigali

JNB - KGL

JNBKGL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 26/5

3:10-7:00

Nonstop3h 50m

R5 248

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Rwanda

How long is the flight to Rwanda?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Rwanda takes 3 hours 50 minutes. Flights to Rwanda from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

Weekly flight availability to Rwanda

The most flights from Johannesburg to Rwanda are scheduled on a Tuesday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Rwanda?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Rwanda are RwandAir, Ethiopian Air and Kenya Airways.

RwandAir
RwandAir
From R5 212
Ethiopian Air
Ethiopian Air
From R5 233
Kenya Airways
Kenya Airways
From R5 790

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Rwanda?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Rwanda are RwandAir, Ethiopian Air and Kenya Airways.

When is the best time to book a flight to Rwanda?

The best time to book flights to Rwanda is 72 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 are the most popular places to fly to in Rwanda?

Destination popularity is based on the amount of flight searches to Rwanda in the last few years. This data was updated on 20 May 2026.
The most popular places in Rwanda to fly to are Kigali and Cyangugu.

Reviews of airlines servicing Rwanda

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Rwanda. 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 Rwanda. Reviews last updated 20 May 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with RwandAir,Ethiopian Air, andKenya Airways to Rwanda have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
RwandAir
7,8
Good
42 reviews
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Boarding

7,9

Food

7,4

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

6,8

Crew

8,0

Overall

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

Boarding

7,9

Food

7,4

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

6,8

Crew

8,0

Overall

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
999 reviews
RwandAir
7,8
Good
42 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,9

Food

7,4

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

6,8

Crew

8,0

Overall

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

Boarding

7,9

Food

7,4

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

6,8

Crew

8,0

Overall

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

FAQs about flying to Rwanda

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Rwanda if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Rwanda on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Rwanda?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, RwandAir is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Rwanda.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Rwanda?

    Kigali Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Rwanda. One-way flights to Kigali Intl typically cost R3 548, while return flights cost around R1 576.

  • How much is a return flight to Rwanda?

    A return flight to Rwanda will typically cost around R1 663, however they can be found for as little as R1 576.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Rwanda depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Rwanda, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (3 hours 50 minutes).

  • Does Kigali Intl have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Kigali Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Kigali Intl?

    Yes. Kigali Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Host in Rwanda is the closest property to Kigali Intl (0,0 km away from Kigali Intl).

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