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Cheap flights from Rwanda to South Africa from R3 494

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 4/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
KGL — JNB
Feb 21 — Feb 281
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Rwanda to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Rwanda to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 January 2026.

Sat 7/38:50
KGL
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JNB
1 stop7h 00m
Kenya Airways
Fri 13/31:35
JNB
-
KGL
1 stop6h 25m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 21/1R5 355
Thu 5/33:40
KGL
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JNB
1 stop7h 15m
Kenya Airways
Fri 13/312:05
JNB
-
KGL
1 stop19h 55m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 20/1R5 371
Mon 9/38:50
KGL
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JNB
1 stop7h 00m
Kenya Airways
Sat 14/312:05
JNB
-
KGL
1 stop12h 30m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 20/1R5 404
Wed 4/210:55
KGL
-
JNB
1 stop9h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 7/28:20
JNB
-
KGL
1 stop8h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 21/1R5 436
Wed 4/210:55
KGL
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JNB
1 stop9h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 6/28:20
JNB
-
KGL
1 stop8h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 22/1R5 485
Sat 31/119:00
KGL
-
JNB
1 stop15h 55m
Kenya Airways
Thu 26/21:35
JNB
-
KGL
1 stop11h 35m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 21/1R5 763
Wed 4/222:30
KGL
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JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
RwandAir
Fri 6/216:50
JNB
-
KGL
Nonstop3h 50m
RwandAir
Deal found 22/1R5 779
Sat 31/110:30
KGL
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JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
RwandAir
Fri 27/216:50
JNB
-
KGL
Nonstop3h 50m
RwandAir
Deal found 21/1R5 828
Fri 6/322:30
KGL
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
RwandAir
Thu 12/33:10
JNB
-
KGL
Nonstop3h 50m
RwandAir
Deal found 20/1R5 844
Thu 5/33:40
KGL
-
JNB
1 stop7h 15m
Kenya Airways
Thu 12/312:05
JNB
-
KGL
1 stop12h 30m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 20/1R6 122
Wed 4/210:55
KGL
-
JNB
1 stop9h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/23:10
JNB
-
KGL
Nonstop3h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/1R7 967
Thu 12/222:30
KGL
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CPT
1 stop9h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 14/220:25
CPT
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KGL
1 stop10h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/1R8 473

Find flight deals from Rwanda to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Rwanda to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 22 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R5 355

One-way from

R3 494

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R6 073

Good round-trip deal

R11 582 or less

Good one-way deal

R3 859 or less
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 7/3-13/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 13h 25m total
  • Rwanda to South Africa
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Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 4/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 9h 15m total
  • Rwanda to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (R12 420 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R1 586 potential savings vs. average return price).
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KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Fri 6/3

19:40-0:25

1 stop28h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/3

17:00-8:00

1 stop15h 00m

R5 371

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Sat 7/3

8:50-15:50

1 stop7h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/3

1:35-13:55

1 stop12h 20m

R5 371

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Wed 4/2

10:55-20:10

1 stop9h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/2

8:20-16:45

1 stop8h 25m

R5 436

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Wed 4/2

10:55-20:10

1 stop9h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/2

8:20-16:45

1 stop8h 25m

R5 485

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Wed 4/2

22:30-2:20

Nonstop3h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/2

16:50-20:40

Nonstop3h 50m

R5 779

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Sat 7/3

8:50-0:25

1 stop15h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/3

1:35-8:00

1 stop6h 25m

R6 122

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Thu 12/3

8:50-15:50

1 stop7h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/3

1:35-8:00

1 stop6h 25m

R6 122

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Tue 10/3

10:30-14:20

Nonstop3h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/3

16:50-20:40

Nonstop3h 50m

R6 432

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Thu 12/3

10:30-14:20

Nonstop3h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/3

16:50-20:40

Nonstop3h 50m

R6 432

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Fri 6/3

10:30-14:20

Nonstop3h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/3

3:10-7:00

Nonstop3h 50m

R6 432

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Best time to book a flight from Rwanda to South Africa

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

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rwanda to South Africa (average of R3 983). Flying from Rwanda to South Africa in November is currently the most expensive (average of R5 224). 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 RW to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Rwanda 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 22 January 2026.

When flying from Rwanda to South Africa, 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 Rwanda to South Africa

Explore weekly flight availability from Rwanda 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 22 January 2026.

The most flights from RW0 to ZA0 are scheduled on a Wednesday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

How often are flights from Rwanda to South Africa delayed?

About 27% of weekly flights between Rwanda and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 134 minutes.

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

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

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

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

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

Over the past year, RwandAir have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 27% of flights being delayed.

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 22 January 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with RwandAir, Ethiopian Air, andKenya Airways from Rwanda 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
40 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,0

Entertainment

6,7

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

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
40 reviews
RwandAir
7,7
Good
40 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,0

Entertainment

6,7

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

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
948 reviews
RwandAir
7,7
Good
40 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,0

Entertainment

6,7

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

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
291 reviews
RwandAir
7,7
Good
40 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,0

Entertainment

6,7

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Rwanda to South Africa in 9h 15m. Fly via Kenya Airways or Ethiopian Air to get the fastest option. The distance from Rwanda to South Africa is about 2694 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rwanda to South Africa (average of R3 983). Flying from Rwanda to South Africa in November is currently the most expensive (average of R5 224). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Kenya AirwaysCheapestR4 352AverageR4 768FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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RwandAirCheapestR4 449AverageR6 565FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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