Cheap flights to Rwanda
Flights to Rwanda in 2022
Flight route prices based on searches on Cheapflights within the last 3 days, monthly prices based on aggregated historical data.
| Popular in | December | High demand for flights, 5% potential price rise |
| Cheapest in | April | Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop |
| Average price | R4 530 | Average for return flights in January 2022 |
| Return from | R4 060 | From Johannesburg to Kigali Intl |
| One-way from | R3 530 | One-way flight from Johannesburg to Rwanda |
Cheap flights to Rwanda in January, February 2022
The best prices found for KGL flights for January, February
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Kigali Intl
2 stops
15h 20mKigali Intl
Johannesburg OR Tambo
1 stop
11h 20mEthiopian Air
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Kigali Intl
2 stops
15h 20mKigali Intl
Johannesburg OR Tambo
1 stop
11h 20mEthiopian Air
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Kigali Intl
2 stops
15h 20mKigali Intl
Johannesburg OR Tambo
1 stop
11h 20mEthiopian Air
Rwanda 2022 flight deals
Cheap flights to Rwanda found for this year
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Kigali Intl
1 stop
10h 20mKigali Intl
Johannesburg OR Tambo
1 stop
11h 00mEthiopian Air
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Kigali Intl
2 stops
15h 20mKigali Intl
Johannesburg OR Tambo
1 stop
11h 20mEthiopian Air
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Kigali Intl
2 stops
15h 20mKigali Intl
Johannesburg OR Tambo
1 stop
11h 20mEthiopian Air
Last minute flights to Rwanda
Late deals on return flights to Rwanda, departing today and this week
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Kigali Intl
Nonstop
3h 40mKigali Intl
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Nonstop
3h 50mRwandAir
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Kigali Intl
2 stops
24h 25mKigali Intl
Johannesburg OR Tambo
2 stops
12h 05mEthiopian Air
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Kigali Intl
1 stop
11h 10mKigali Intl
Johannesburg OR Tambo
2 stops
12h 05mEthiopian Air
Can I fly to Rwanda from South Africa right now?
Most visitors from South Africa need to provide a negative COVID-19 test result and/or quarantine to enter Rwanda.
COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from South Africa must present a negative RT-PCR (NAAT) test taken 72 hours before departing to Rwanda.
Quarantine requirements
Visitors from South Africa are not required to quarantine after entering Rwanda.
Can I fly back to South Africa from Rwanda?
COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from Rwanda must present a negative RT-PCR (NAAT) test taken 72 hours before departing to South Africa.
Quarantine requirements
Visitors from Rwanda are not required to quarantine after entering South Africa.
What is the cheapest month to fly to Rwanda?
The cheapest ticket to Rwanda found for each month in 2022 based on historical flight searches by Cheapflights users.
January
R4 470
February
R4 818
March
R4 863
April
R4 667
May
R4 697
June
R4 576
July
R4 470
August
R4 045
September
R4 515
October
R4 470
November
R4 470
December
R5 470
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Rwanda. Flying to Rwanda in December will prove the most costly. There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.
When is the best time to fly to Rwanda?
Average Rwanda flight ticket prices and weather conditions for 2022 and 2023 by month
ZA1 - KGL | Price | R4 052 - R5 747 |
How long is the flight to Rwanda?
When you are headed to Rwanda from South Africa, you will find a number of different flight options available including flights from Cape Town International to Kigali International Airport. The fastest flight time you will find between these two cities is 6h and 55m. The longest flight time will be 22h and 10m. The shortest flight time for those who are travelling out of Johannesburg will be just 3h and 50m. The longest flight time will be 18h and 5m. Flight times vary based on many factors including the number of stopovers, as well as how long each of those stopovers lasts.
Which cities offer direct flights to Rwanda?
You can find options for direct flights to Rwanda when you are travelling out of Cape Town. RwandAir has a flight that does not have any stopovers. However, other flights leaving from Cape Town will typically include one. Kenya Airways, for example, has a stopover in Nairobi for 1h and 35m before heading into Kigali International Airport. If you are travelling from Johannesburg, you will find several options for nonstop flights. RwandAir and South African Airlines both offer these nonstop Rwanda flight deals. Many one-stop flights are available from Johannesburg, as well.
What is the best way to travel around Rwanda?
Domestic flights from Kigali to Kamembe Airport area available from Rwandair, and helicopter trips are available around the country through Akagera Aviation. In the large towns and cities, taxies are available for you to get around, and minibus taxies help to connect the various villages and towns. Car rentals are available, but the roads in Rwanda are not in great condition, especially during the rainy season.
What are some things to do in Rwanda?
If you happen to be in Rwanda in July, you might want to consider checking out the Rwanda Film Festival. Films are shown at locations throughout the country. Visitors may want to explore Lake Kivu to experience a beautiful landscape, as well as the nearby town of Kibuye. Kigali, the capital of Rwanda, is another place to visit, and this is the home of the film industry in the country. The largest tourist attraction in Rwanda is Volcanoes National Park, which even offers treks to see gorillas. It is also the home of Diane Fossey’s gravesite. You might also want to visit Akagera National Park and take a safari.
Do I need a passport or visa to fly to Rwanda?
When you are travelling from South Africa to Rwanda, you will find that you need to have a passport that is valid for at least six months beyond the arrival date. In addition, you will need to have a visa, which can be obtained when you arrive in Rwanda for a stay of up to 30 days. The visa will incur a fee. Visitors in Rwanda are able to apply for a visa extension if needed.