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Cheap flights from Rwanda to South Africa from R3 949

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 21/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
KGL — JNB
Jul 14 — Jul 211
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 14 June 2026.

Thu 23/73:40
KGL
-
JNB
1 stop7h 15m
Kenya Airways
Thu 30/71:15
JNB
-
KGL
1 stop6h 45m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 9/6R5 752
Sat 11/73:40
KGL
-
JNB
1 stop20h 35m
Kenya Airways
Sun 19/712:10
JNB
-
KGL
1 stop19h 50m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 11/6R5 769
Fri 3/79:00
KGL
-
JNB
1 stop25h 55m
Kenya Airways
Tue 14/71:15
JNB
-
KGL
1 stop17h 45m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 10/6R5 801
Sun 21/620:00
KGL
-
JNB
1 stop14h 55m
Kenya Airways
Sun 28/612:10
JNB
-
KGL
1 stop19h 50m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 13/6R5 817
Fri 3/79:00
KGL
-
JNB
1 stop6h 50m
Kenya Airways
Tue 7/717:00
JNB
-
KGL
1 stop7h 35m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 13/6R5 850
Mon 29/63:40
KGL
-
JNB
1 stop12h 10m
Kenya Airways
Mon 6/71:15
JNB
-
KGL
1 stop6h 45m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 11/6R6 029
Tue 7/73:40
KGL
-
JNB
1 stop12h 10m
Kenya Airways
Tue 21/71:15
JNB
-
KGL
1 stop6h 45m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 11/6R6 159
Sun 14/610:55
KGL
-
JNB
1 stop9h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 22/614:30
JNB
-
KGL
1 stop10h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 11/6R6 207
Sun 26/73:40
KGL
-
JNB
1 stop7h 15m
Kenya Airways
Sun 2/81:15
JNB
-
KGL
1 stop6h 45m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 12/6R6 240
Fri 24/73:40
KGL
-
JNB
1 stop7h 15m
Kenya Airways
Fri 31/71:15
JNB
-
KGL
1 stop17h 45m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 10/6R6 272
Mon 20/720:00
KGL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 15m
Kenya Airways
Sun 9/81:15
JNB
-
KGL
1 stop17h 45m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 9/6R6 289
Sun 21/622:30
KGL
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
RwandAir
Sun 28/616:50
JNB
-
KGL
Nonstop3h 50m
RwandAir
Deal found 13/6R6 549

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 14 June 2026.

Round-trip from

R5 752

One-way from

R3 949

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R5 980

Good round-trip deal

R7 590 or less

Good one-way deal

R4 780 or less
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 24/7-30/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 16h 00m total
  • Rwanda to South Africa
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Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 21/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 9h 15m total
  • Rwanda to South Africa
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R877 potential savings vs. average return price).
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KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Mon 29/6

3:40-10:55

1 stop7h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/7

12:10-0:35

1 stop12h 25m

R5 769

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Wed 29/7

9:35-13:25

Nonstop3h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/8

3:10-7:00

Nonstop3h 50m

R7 556

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Mon 6/7

22:30-2:20

Nonstop3h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/7

3:10-7:00

Nonstop3h 50m

R7 979

KigaliDurban

KGL - DUR

KGLDUR

Kigali Intl

Sat 25/7

3:40-18:45

2 stops15h 05m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 2/8

8:40-0:35

2 stops15h 55m

R8 661

KigaliDurban

KGL - DUR

KGLDUR

Kigali Intl

Fri 3/7

9:00-20:10

2 stops11h 10m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 5/7

6:25-8:00

2 stops25h 35m

R8 889

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Wed 29/7

9:00-0:15

1 stop15h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/8

3:10-7:00

Nonstop3h 50m

R9 262

KigaliCape Town

KGL - CPT

KGLCPT

Kigali Intl

Tue 6/10

9:35-21:50

1 stop12h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 13/10

12:30-21:30

1 stop9h 00m

R11 196

KigaliCape Town

KGL - CPT

KGLCPT

Kigali Intl

Mon 20/7

9:35-21:50

1 stop12h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 24/7

10:50-21:30

1 stop10h 40m

R11 619

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Fri 3/7

10:55-0:05

2 stops37h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 14/7

22:50-9:50

1 stop11h 00m

R12 009

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Fri 3/7

10:55-0:05

2 stops37h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/7

8:20-16:45

1 stop8h 25m

R12 041

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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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rwanda to South Africa (average of R3 006). Flying from Rwanda to South Africa in February is currently the most expensive (average of R5 346). 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 14 June 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 14 June 2026.

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

How often are flights from Rwanda to South Africa delayed?

About 28% of weekly flights between Rwanda and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 129 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 28% 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 14 June 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with RwandAir and Kenya 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
7,8
Good
42 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,4

Boarding

7,9

Entertainment

6,8

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,0

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

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,4

Boarding

7,9

Entertainment

6,8

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,0

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
306 reviews
RwandAir
7,8
Good
42 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,4

Boarding

7,9

Entertainment

6,8

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,0

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 Rwanda to South Africa. 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 Rwanda to South Africa?

    There are many flights that can get you from Rwanda to South Africa in 3h 50m. Fly via Kenya Airways, RwandAir, 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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rwanda to South Africa (average of R3 006). Flying from Rwanda to South Africa in February is currently the most expensive (average of R5 346). 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 447AverageR5 886FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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RwandAirCheapestR5 099AverageR6 550FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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