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Cheap flights from South Africa to Rwanda from R3 911

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 7/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — KGL
Aug 10 — Aug 171
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Rwanda
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Rwanda. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 11 July 2026.

Thu 30/722:50
JNB
-
KGL
1 stop11h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 18/82:10
KGL
-
JNB
1 stop11h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 7/7R5 899
Fri 14/88:20
JNB
-
KGL
1 stop8h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 20/82:10
KGL
-
JNB
1 stop11h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 11/7R5 996
Sun 12/78:20
JNB
-
KGL
1 stop8h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 19/710:55
KGL
-
JNB
1 stop9h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 9/7R6 094
Mon 20/78:20
JNB
-
KGL
1 stop8h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 27/710:55
KGL
-
JNB
1 stop9h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 9/7R6 143
Sat 18/78:20
JNB
-
KGL
1 stop8h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 24/72:10
KGL
-
JNB
1 stop11h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 11/7R6 159
Sun 19/714:30
JNB
-
KGL
1 stop10h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 1/810:55
KGL
-
JNB
1 stop9h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 10/7R6 192
Thu 30/717:45
JNB
-
KGL
Nonstop3h 45m
RwandAir
Wed 19/822:30
KGL
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
RwandAir
Deal found 7/7R6 241
Sun 16/81:15
JNB
-
KGL
1 stop17h 45m
Kenya Airways
Fri 21/89:00
KGL
-
JNB
1 stop15h 15m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 8/7R6 436
Thu 23/78:20
JNB
-
KGL
1 stop8h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 27/710:55
KGL
-
JNB
1 stop9h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 8/7R6 485
Wed 8/78:20
JNB
-
KGL
1 stop8h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 11/710:55
KGL
-
JNB
1 stop9h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 7/7R6 518
Thu 16/719:15
CPT
-
KGL
2 stops14h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 21/72:10
KGL
-
CPT
2 stops20h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/7R9 402
Mon 24/85:45
CPT
-
KGL
1 stop15h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 31/822:30
KGL
-
CPT
1 stop24h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/7R10 738

Find flight deals from South Africa to Rwanda

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Rwanda flight deals. Data was last updated 11 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R5 899

One-way from

R3 911

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R6 159

Good round-trip deal

R10 394 or less

Good one-way deal

R4 285 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 30/7-18/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 22h 15m total
  • South Africa to Rwanda
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Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 7/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 26h 00m total
  • South Africa to Rwanda
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R3 764 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R1 027 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Rwanda that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 11 July 2026.
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JohannesburgKigali

JNB - KGL

JNBKGL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 14/8

8:20-16:45

1 stop8h 25m

Kigali Intl

Thu 20/8

2:10-13:25

1 stop11h 15m

R5 996

JohannesburgKigali

JNB - KGL

JNBKGL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 11/9

8:20-16:45

1 stop8h 25m

Kigali Intl

Mon 21/9

10:55-20:10

1 stop9h 15m

R6 192

JohannesburgKigali

JNB - KGL

JNBKGL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/7

22:50-9:50

1 stop11h 00m

Kigali Intl

Tue 18/8

2:10-13:25

1 stop11h 15m

R6 208

JohannesburgKigali

JNB - KGL

JNBKGL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/7

8:20-16:45

1 stop8h 25m

Kigali Intl

Mon 27/7

10:55-20:10

1 stop9h 15m

R6 534

JohannesburgKigali

JNB - KGL

JNBKGL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 7/8

1:15-0:35

1 stop23h 20m

Kigali Intl

Wed 19/8

20:00-15:50

1 stop19h 50m

R6 779
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgKigali

JNB - KGL

JNBKGL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 25/10

17:45-21:30

Nonstop3h 45m

Kigali Intl

Sun 1/11

22:30-2:20

Nonstop3h 50m

R6 779

JohannesburgKigali

JNB - KGL

JNBKGL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 31/8

17:00-8:00

1 stop15h 00m

Kigali Intl

Thu 3/9

20:00-15:50

1 stop19h 50m

R7 072

JohannesburgKigali

JNB - KGL

JNBKGL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/12

3:10-7:00

Nonstop3h 50m

Kigali Intl

Thu 24/12

9:35-13:25

Nonstop3h 50m

R7 137

JohannesburgKigali

JNB - KGL

JNBKGL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 23/10

17:45-21:30

Nonstop3h 45m

Kigali Intl

Tue 27/10

9:35-13:25

Nonstop3h 50m

R7 414

JohannesburgKigali

JNB - KGL

JNBKGL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/7

17:45-21:30

Nonstop3h 45m

Kigali Intl

Mon 27/7

9:35-13:25

Nonstop3h 50m

R7 479

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Deals found on 9/7

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Rwanda

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Rwanda from South Africa with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Rwanda

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Rwanda?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Rwanda (average of R2 868). Flying from South Africa to Rwanda in July is currently the most expensive (average of R5 214). 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 ZA to RW?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Rwanda. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 11 July 2026.

When flying from South Africa to Rwanda, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from South Africa to Rwanda

Explore weekly flight availability from South Africa to Rwanda. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 11 July 2026.

The most flights from ZA0 to RW0 are scheduled on a Wednesday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

How often are flights from South Africa to Rwanda delayed?

About 29% of weekly flights between South Africa and Rwanda have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 130 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for South Africa to Rwanda flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on South Africa to Rwanda flights?

Over the past year, RwandAir have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 29% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to Rwanda?

The best time to book flights from South Africa 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.

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 11 July 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with RwandAir,Ethiopian Air, andKenya Airways from South Africa to Rwanda by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
RwandAir
7,8
Good
42 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,8

Boarding

7,9

Overall

7,8

Food

7,4

Crew

8,0

Comfort

7,7

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

Entertainment

6,8

Boarding

7,9

Overall

7,8

Food

7,4

Crew

8,0

Comfort

7,7

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
1 010 reviews
RwandAir
7,8
Good
42 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,8

Boarding

7,9

Overall

7,8

Food

7,4

Crew

8,0

Comfort

7,7

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

Entertainment

6,8

Boarding

7,9

Overall

7,8

Food

7,4

Crew

8,0

Comfort

7,7

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to Rwanda. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Rwanda?

    There are many flights that can get you from South Africa to Rwanda in 8h 25m. Fly via Ethiopian Air or Kenya Airways to get the fastest option. South Africa and Rwanda are separated by a distance of 2694 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Rwanda one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is RwandAir, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R2 921. However, be on the lookout for offers from Kenya Airways and Ethiopian Air, as they are both options that can get you from South Africa to Rwanda for a low price.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Rwanda that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Rwanda flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Rwanda?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to Rwanda.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Rwanda?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Rwanda 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 South Africa to Rwanda?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Rwanda (average of R2 868). Flying from South Africa to Rwanda in July is currently the most expensive (average of R5 214). 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 South Africa to Rwanda

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR4 987AverageR8 015FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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RwandAirCheapestR5 095AverageR6 300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR5 767AverageR9 387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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