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Cheap flights from Kigali to South Africa from R3 939

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 24/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
KGL — JNB
Oct 16 — Oct 231
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheap flight deals from Kigali to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Kigali to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 16 September 2025.

Round-trip from

R6 386

One-way from

R3 939

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R6 299

Good round-trip deal

R12 242 or less

Good one-way deal

R4 546 or less
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 24/10-31/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 23h 10m total
  • Kigali to South Africa
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Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 24/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 45m total
  • Kigali to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (R11 000 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R2 223 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Kigali Intl to South Africa.
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Cheapest flights from Kigali to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kigali to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 September 2025.

Wed 24/93:40KGL - JNB
1 stop7h 15mKenya Airways
Mon 6/1012:10JNB - KGL
1 stop12h 25mKenya Airways
Deal found 14/9R6 386
Fri 19/93:40KGL - JNB
1 stop12h 10mKenya Airways
Mon 29/917:00JNB - KGL
1 stop26h 00mKenya Airways
Deal found 14/9R6 420
Thu 16/102:10KGL - JNB
1 stop10h 55mEthiopian Air
Sat 1/1114:30JNB - KGL
1 stop10h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/9R6 802
Fri 19/92:10KGL - JNB
1 stop10h 55mEthiopian Air
Mon 29/98:20JNB - KGL
1 stop8h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/9R6 924
Sat 18/103:40KGL - JNB
1 stop20h 45mKenya Airways
Sat 25/1012:10JNB - KGL
1 stop6h 50mKenya Airways
Deal found 14/9R7 149
Fri 24/1010:30KGL - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Thu 30/103:10JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 14/9R7 236
Sat 20/910:30KGL - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Mon 29/916:50JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 15/9R7 253
Wed 24/922:30KGL - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Fri 26/93:10JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 15/9R7 271
Sun 19/1022:30KGL - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Thu 23/103:10JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 14/9R7 531
Thu 23/102:10KGL - JNB
1 stop10h 55mEthiopian Air
Thu 30/1023:00JNB - KGL
1 stop10h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 14/9R7 687
Tue 23/93:40KGL - JNB
1 stop7h 15mKenya Airways
Sat 27/917:00JNB - KGL
1 stop15h 00mKenya Airways
Deal found 15/9R7 774
Wed 29/102:10KGL - CPT
2 stops19h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/1118:05CPT - KGL
2 stops15h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9R9 891

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Kigali to South Africa that are best for you.

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Kigali

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South Africa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Wed 15/10

20:00-15:50

1 stop19h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/11

1:35-8:00

1 stop6h 25m

R6 386

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Fri 17/10

8:50-10:55

1 stop26h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 1/11

17:00-8:00

1 stop15h 00m

R6 386

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Wed 29/10

8:50-0:25

1 stop15h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/11

1:35-8:00

1 stop6h 25m

R6 386

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Sun 19/10

9:00-0:25

1 stop15h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 24/10

1:25-13:50

1 stop12h 25m

R6 386

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Fri 31/10

3:40-15:50

1 stop12h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 15/11

1:35-0:35

1 stop23h 00m

R6 420

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Thu 16/10

2:10-13:05

1 stop10h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 1/11

14:30-1:05

1 stop10h 35m

R6 802

KigaliCape Town

KGL - CPT

KGLCPT

Kigali Intl

Thu 30/10

8:50-21:50

2 stops13h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 6/11

6:30-0:35

2 stops18h 05m

R9 926

KigaliCape Town

KGL - CPT

KGLCPT

Kigali Intl

Wed 29/10

22:30-8:15

1 stop9h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 5/11

12:00-20:40

1 stop8h 40m

R10 464

KigaliCape Town

KGL - CPT

KGLCPT

Kigali Intl

Sun 9/11

22:30-12:40

1 stop14h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 13/11

15:20-7:00

1 stop15h 40m

R11 713

KigaliCape Town

KGL - CPT

KGLCPT

Kigali Intl

Wed 29/10

2:10-13:00

1 stop10h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 6/11

13:50-1:05

1 stop11h 15m

R12 060

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Best time to book a flight from Kigali to South Africa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Kigali to South Africa

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kigali to South Africa (average of R89). Flying from Kigali to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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 ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Kigali to South Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 16 September 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Kigali to South Africa as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Kigali to South Africa

Explore weekly flight availability from Kigali to South Africa. 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 16 September 2025.

The most flights from KGL to ZA0 are scheduled on a Friday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated 16 September 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with RwandAir, Ethiopian Air, andKenya Airways from Kigali to South Africa. 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
7,6
Good
36 reviews
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Entertainment

6,8

Boarding

7,7

Food

7,2

Crew

7,8

Overall

7,6

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Bob,Dec 2023

EBB - KGL

Overall it was a good,given that it is a short flight one can’t easily find fault.
RwandAir
7,6
Good
36 reviews
RwandAir
7,6
Good
36 reviews
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Entertainment

6,8

Boarding

7,7

Food

7,2

Crew

7,8

Overall

7,6

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Bob,Dec 2023

EBB - KGL

Overall it was a good,given that it is a short flight one can’t easily find fault.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
861 reviews
RwandAir
7,6
Good
36 reviews
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Entertainment

6,8

Boarding

7,7

Food

7,2

Crew

7,8

Overall

7,6

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Bob,Dec 2023

EBB - KGL

Overall it was a good,given that it is a short flight one can’t easily find fault.
Kenya Airways
6,9
Okay
280 reviews
RwandAir
7,6
Good
36 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,8

Boarding

7,7

Food

7,2

Crew

7,8

Overall

7,6

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Bob,Dec 2023

EBB - KGL

Overall it was a good,given that it is a short flight one can’t easily find fault.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Kigali to South Africa?

    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 South Africa.

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

    Departing from Kigali to South Africa will take you 19h 50m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2694 km.

  • What are the most popular routes from Kigali to South Africa?

    While some choose either Kigali Intl - Cape Town Intl or Kigali Intl - Durban King Shaka Intl, Kigali Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo is the most popular route from Kigali to South Africa.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Kigali to South Africa?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Kigali to South Africa? While on average our users pay R8 453, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R3 678. The most popular route (Kigali Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo), is priced around R6 368.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kigali to South Africa (average of R89). Flying from Kigali to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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 South Africa

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Kigali to South Africa. 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 16 September 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Kenya AirwaysCheapestR4 692AverageR5 179FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR4 795AverageR5 032FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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RwandAirCheapestR5 028AverageR6 837FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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