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R3 697+ Cheap flights to Rwanda

— KGL
Sep 22 — Sep 291
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Rwanda in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Rwanda

Mon 7/912:10 -
1 stop19h 50m
Mon 14/920:00 -
1 stop19h 50m
Deal found 19/8R6 641
Fri 6/1117:00 -
1 stop7h 35m
Fri 13/118:50 -
1 stop26h 05m
Deal found 21/8R6 673
Mon 14/121:35 -
1 stop6h 25m
Thu 24/128:50 -
1 stop7h 00m
Deal found 21/8R6 689
Wed 2/912:10 -
1 stop19h 40m
Tue 8/93:40 -
1 stop12h 10m
Deal found 22/8R6 705
Wed 21/101:15 -
1 stop23h 20m
Wed 28/108:50 -
1 stop26h 05m
Deal found 23/8R6 721
Tue 22/917:00 -
1 stop15h 00m
Fri 25/99:00 -
1 stop25h 55m
Deal found 18/8R6 929

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Return from

R6 641

One-way from

R3 697

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R6 833
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 7/9-14/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to Kigali
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Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 4/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 10h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to Rwanda
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (R159 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R57 potential savings vs. average return price).
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JohannesburgKigali

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - KGL Kigali Intl

JNBKGL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/10

14:30-1:05

1 stop10h 35m

Kigali Intl

Sun 11/10

10:40-20:10

1 stop9h 30m

R8 337

JohannesburgKigali

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - KGL Kigali Intl

JNBKGL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/11

3:10-7:00

Nonstop3h 50m

Kigali Intl

Sat 28/11

9:55-13:55

Nonstop4h 00m

R8 417

JohannesburgKigali

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - KGL Kigali Intl

JNBKGL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/12

3:10-7:00

Nonstop3h 50m

Kigali Intl

Thu 24/12

9:55-13:55

Nonstop4h 00m

R8 481

JohannesburgKigali

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - KGL Kigali Intl

JNBKGL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/10

17:45-21:30

Nonstop3h 45m

Kigali Intl

Sun 11/10

9:55-13:55

Nonstop4h 00m

R8 481
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgKigali

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - KGL Kigali Intl

JNBKGL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/11

17:45-21:30

Nonstop3h 45m

Kigali Intl

Sun 22/11

22:30-2:20

Nonstop3h 50m

R8 977

JohannesburgKigali

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - KGL Kigali Intl

JNBKGL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/11

17:45-21:30

Nonstop3h 45m

Kigali Intl

Tue 17/11

22:30-2:20

Nonstop3h 50m

R8 977

JohannesburgKigali

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - KGL Kigali Intl

JNBKGL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/11

17:45-21:30

Nonstop3h 45m

Kigali Intl

Sat 21/11

9:55-13:55

Nonstop4h 00m

R8 977

JohannesburgKigali

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - KGL Kigali Intl

JNBKGL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/11

3:10-7:00

Nonstop3h 50m

Kigali Intl

Sat 21/11

22:30-2:20

Nonstop3h 50m

R8 977

JohannesburgKigali

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - KGL Kigali Intl

JNBKGL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/11

17:45-21:30

Nonstop3h 45m

Kigali Intl

Thu 19/11

9:55-13:55

Nonstop4h 00m

R8 977
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgKigali

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - KGL Kigali Intl

JNBKGL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/2

23:00-9:40

1 stop10h 40m

R3 697

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Best time to book a flight to Rwanda

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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 45 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 Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, 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, Kenya Airways and Ethiopian Air.

RwandAir
RwandAir
From R4 994
Ethiopian Air
Ethiopian Air
From R4 947
Kenya Airways
Kenya Airways
From R5 704

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Rwanda?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Rwanda are Ethiopian Air, RwandAir 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?

The most popular places in Rwanda to fly to are Kigali and Cyangugu.

Reviews of airlines servicing Rwanda

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

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,0

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
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Boarding

7,9

Food

7,4

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

6,8

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,0

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
1 033 reviews
RwandAir
7,8
Good
42 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,9

Food

7,4

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

6,8

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,0

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
326 reviews
RwandAir
7,8
Good
42 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,9

Food

7,4

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

6,8

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,0

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, Ethiopian Air 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 R4 604, while return flights cost around R1 514.

  • How much is a return flight to Rwanda?

    A return flight to Rwanda will typically cost around R1 597, however they can be found for as little as R1 514.

  • 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 45 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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