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Cheap flights from Kigali to Johannesburg from R4 362

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 10/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
KGL — JNB
Apr 26 — May 31
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Kigali Intl to Johannesburg are usually found in August or April, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Monday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Kigali to Johannesburg

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Kigali (KGL) to Johannesburg (ZA1). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 21 April 2025.

Round-trip from

R4 980

One-way from

R4 362

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

R5 429
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 28/5-2/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 24h 35m total
  • Kigali to Johannesburg
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RwandAir
  • RwandAir
  • 10/5
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 50m total
  • Kigali to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R5 229 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R1 360 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Kigali to Johannesburg
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kigali to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 April 2025.

Wed 28/53:40KGL - JNB
1 stop12h 10mKenya Airways
Mon 2/612:10JNB - KGL
1 stop12h 25mKenya Airways
Deal found 21/4R4 980
Thu 8/510:30KGL - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Mon 19/516:50JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 21/4R6 159
Thu 29/510:30KGL - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 2/612:50JNB - KGL
1 stop8h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/4R8 406
Fri 9/517:40KGL - JNB
1 stop10h 15mEthiopian Air
Tue 20/519:50JNB - KGL
2 stops20h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 21/4R9 342
Fri 17/1015:50KGL - JNB
2 stops26h 50mQatar Airways
Sat 1/1111:30JNB - KGL
2 stops8h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 21/4R19 863
Sun 11/51:45KGL - JNB
2 stops32h 50mTurkish Airlines
Thu 15/517:50JNB - KGL
1 stop31h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 21/4R23 383
Tue 1/720:10KGL - JNB
3 stops37h 10mSWISS
Sun 6/719:35JNB - KGL
2 stops23h 20mSWISS
Deal found 21/4R241 467

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Kigali to Johannesburg 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 21 April 2025.
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Return

Price

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Wed 28/5

3:40-15:50

1 stop12h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/6

12:10-0:35

1 stop12h 25m

R4 980

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Thu 8/5

10:30-14:20

Nonstop3h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/5

16:50-20:40

Nonstop3h 50m

R6 159

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Thu 29/5

10:30-14:20

Nonstop3h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/6

12:50-21:25

1 stop8h 35m

R8 406

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Fri 9/5

17:40-3:55

1 stop10h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/5

19:50-16:45

2 stops20h 55m

R9 342

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Fri 17/10

15:50-18:40

2 stops26h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 1/11

11:30-20:25

2 stops8h 55m

R19 863

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Sun 11/5

1:45-10:35

2 stops32h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/5

17:50-0:50

1 stop31h 00m

R23 383

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Tue 1/7

20:10-9:20

3 stops37h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/7

19:35-18:55

2 stops23h 20m

R241 467

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Sat 10/5

10:30-14:20

Nonstop3h 50m

R4 362

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Fri 9/5

3:40-15:50

1 stop12h 10m

R4 587

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Thu 8/5

10:55-20:10

1 stop9h 15m

R4 905

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Best time to book a flight from Kigali to Johannesburg

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Kigali to Johannesburg

How far ahead should I book a flight from Kigali to Johannesburg?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Kigali to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on 18 April 2025.

Booking 69 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Kigali to Johannesburg. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kigali to Johannesburg (average of R89). Flying from Kigali to Johannesburg 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 JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Kigali to Johannesburg. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 April 2025.

When flying from Kigali to Johannesburg, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 11% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from Kigali to Johannesburg

Explore weekly flight availability from Kigali to Johannesburg. 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 21 April 2025.

The most flights from KGL to ZA1 are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in Johannesburg by month

Plan your trip to Johannesburg by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Johannesburg ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Johannesburg when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Johannesburg by month

Plan your trip to Johannesburg by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Johannesburg, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Johannesburg

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Johannesburg. 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 Johannesburg. Reviews last updated 21 April 2025.
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 582 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,6

Entertainment

6,7

Comfort

7,4

Overall

7,5

Crew

8,2

Food

7,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Elwyn,Feb 2025

MXP - ZRH

The crew and the entire experience was fantastic! Would highly recommend the company and the flight
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 582 reviews
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 582 reviews
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Boarding

7,6

Entertainment

6,7

Comfort

7,4

Overall

7,5

Crew

8,2

Food

7,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Elwyn,Feb 2025

MXP - ZRH

The crew and the entire experience was fantastic! Would highly recommend the company and the flight
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 555 reviews
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 582 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,6

Entertainment

6,7

Comfort

7,4

Overall

7,5

Crew

8,2

Food

7,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Elwyn,Feb 2025

MXP - ZRH

The crew and the entire experience was fantastic! Would highly recommend the company and the flight
Brussels Airlines
7,4
Good
345 reviews
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 582 reviews
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Boarding

7,6

Entertainment

6,7

Comfort

7,4

Overall

7,5

Crew

8,2

Food

7,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Elwyn,Feb 2025

MXP - ZRH

The crew and the entire experience was fantastic! Would highly recommend the company and the flight
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
3 773 reviews
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 582 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,6

Entertainment

6,7

Comfort

7,4

Overall

7,5

Crew

8,2

Food

7,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Elwyn,Feb 2025

MXP - ZRH

The crew and the entire experience was fantastic! Would highly recommend the company and the flight
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
769 reviews
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 582 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,6

Entertainment

6,7

Comfort

7,4

Overall

7,5

Crew

8,2

Food

7,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Elwyn,Feb 2025

MXP - ZRH

The crew and the entire experience was fantastic! Would highly recommend the company and the flight

Related info for your journey

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

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

    If you book a flight to Johannesburg from Kigali, you will be flying from Kigali Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Kigali Intl (KGL) is located 5,2 km from the centre of Kigali. There is 1 flight from Kigali Intl to Johannesburg per day from 3 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Kigali to Johannesburg round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Kigali to Johannesburg is Kenya Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R4 980 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are RwandAir and Ethiopian Air, starting at R6 159 and R9 342 round-trip. Kenya Airways is priced at 11% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Kigali to Johannesburg one-way?

    R4 362 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from RwandAir. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Kenya Airways and Ethiopian Air, with prices starting from R4 587 and R4 905, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Kigali to Johannesburg?

    The cheapest flight price from Kigali to Johannesburg is R5 100. On average you can expect to pay R5 123. The most popular route, (Kigali Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo), can usually be booked for R4 774.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Kigali to Johannesburg?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Kigali to Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kigali to Johannesburg (average of R89). Flying from Kigali to Johannesburg 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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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR4 541AverageR5 471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 361AverageR5 422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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RwandAirCheapestR5 475AverageR6 861FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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