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Cheap flights from Kigali to South Africa from R3 927

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 27/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
KGL — JNB
Nov 17 — Nov 241
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

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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 18 October 2025.

Sat 25/1010:50KGL - JNB
1 stop9h 20mEthiopian Air
Mon 3/118:20JNB - KGL
1 stop8h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/10R5 734
Sat 25/1020:10KGL - JNB
1 stop28h 15mKenya Airways
Mon 3/1117:00JNB - KGL
1 stop25h 40mKenya Airways
Deal found 18/10R6 394
Sun 9/113:40KGL - JNB
1 stop20h 45mKenya Airways
Wed 26/111:35JNB - KGL
1 stop23h 00mKenya Airways
Deal found 16/10R6 411
Sat 1/1115:00KGL - JNB
1 stop19h 55mKenya Airways
Sat 8/1117:00JNB - KGL
1 stop15h 00mKenya Airways
Deal found 17/10R6 429
Wed 22/1020:00KGL - JNB
1 stop14h 55mKenya Airways
Fri 7/1112:05JNB - KGL
1 stop6h 35mKenya Airways
Deal found 16/10R6 446
Mon 1/123:40KGL - JNB
1 stop7h 15mKenya Airways
Tue 9/1212:05JNB - KGL
1 stop6h 35mKenya Airways
Deal found 18/10R6 689
Mon 1/128:50KGL - JNB
1 stop15h 35mKenya Airways
Sun 7/121:35JNB - KGL
1 stop6h 35mKenya Airways
Deal found 17/10R6 741
Tue 21/102:10KGL - JNB
1 stop10h 55mEthiopian Air
Fri 7/1114:30JNB - KGL
1 stop10h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/10R6 880
Fri 31/102:10KGL - JNB
1 stop10h 55mEthiopian Air
Sat 8/118:20JNB - KGL
1 stop8h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 17/10R6 915
Thu 20/1110:30KGL - CPT
1 stop11h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 27/116:20CPT - KGL
1 stop14h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/10R9 209
Sun 30/1110:30KGL - CPT
1 stop11h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/125:45CPT - KGL
1 stop14h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/10R9 400
Fri 7/1122:30KGL - CPT
1 stop20h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 14/1119:50CPT - KGL
1 stop24h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/10R9 921

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 18 October 2025.

Round-trip from

R6 411

One-way from

R3 927

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R5 543

Good round-trip deal

R5 452 or less
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 9/11-26/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 43h 45m total
  • Kigali to South Africa
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Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 27/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 15h 35m total
  • Kigali to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (R11 916 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R2 245 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Kigali Intl to South Africa.
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KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Mon 1/12

19:40-3:55

1 stop8h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/12

17:00-18:40

1 stop25h 40m

R6 411

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Sat 1/11

8:50-15:50

1 stop7h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 8/11

17:00-0:35

1 stop7h 35m

R6 411

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Tue 2/12

8:50-15:50

1 stop7h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/12

1:35-18:40

1 stop17h 05m

R6 689

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Thu 1/1

3:40-0:25

1 stop20h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/1

12:05-18:40

1 stop6h 35m

R6 793

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Mon 6/4

3:40-15:50

1 stop12h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/4

1:15-8:00

1 stop6h 45m

R7 158

KigaliCape Town

KGL - CPT

KGLCPT

Kigali Intl

Thu 20/11

8:50-22:20

2 stops13h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 27/11

5:45-18:40

2 stops12h 55m

R9 469

KigaliCape Town

KGL - CPT

KGLCPT

Kigali Intl

Sun 30/11

8:50-22:15

2 stops13h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 7/12

5:45-18:40

2 stops12h 55m

R10 234

KigaliCape Town

KGL - CPT

KGLCPT

Kigali Intl

Sat 29/11

2:10-13:00

1 stop10h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 7/12

13:50-1:05

1 stop11h 15m

R11 832

KigaliCape Town

KGL - CPT

KGLCPT

Kigali Intl

Sat 8/11

10:30-18:10

1 stop7h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 12/11

7:00-20:40

1 stop13h 40m

R12 075

KigaliCape Town

KGL - CPT

KGLCPT

Kigali Intl

Wed 17/12

2:10-13:00

1 stop10h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 27/12

13:50-1:05

1 stop11h 15m

R12 266

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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kigali to South Africa (average of R2 780). Flying from Kigali to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R5 212). 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 18 October 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 18 October 2025.

The most flights from KGL to ZA0 are scheduled on a Friday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 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 18 October 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
7,7
Good
37 reviews
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Crew

7,8

Entertainment

6,9

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

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
7,7
Good
37 reviews
RwandAir
7,7
Good
37 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7,8

Entertainment

6,9

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

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
875 reviews
RwandAir
7,7
Good
37 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7,8

Entertainment

6,9

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

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
6,8
Okay
284 reviews
RwandAir
7,7
Good
37 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7,8

Entertainment

6,9

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

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

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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 8h 15m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2694 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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 R9 610, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R5 452. The most popular route (Kigali Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo), is priced around R5 664.

  • 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.

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    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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kigali to South Africa (average of R2 780). Flying from Kigali to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R5 212). 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 18 October 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Kenya AirwaysCheapestR4 702AverageR5 216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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RwandAirCheapestR4 755AverageR6 858FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR4 801AverageR5 039FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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