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Cheap flights from Kigali to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R5 396

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 20/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
KGL — JNB
Feb 3 — Feb 101
1 adult

The best prices from Kigali Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in August or October, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Sunday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Kigali to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Kigali (KGL) to OR Tambo (JNB). 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 29 January 2025.

Round-trip from

R5 396

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

R5 921

Good round-trip deal

R6 851 or less

Good one-way deal

R4 875 or less
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 20/3-30/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 21h 05m total
  • Kigali to Johannesburg
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R980 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Kigali to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kigali to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 January 2025.

Thu 20/33:40KGL - JNB
1 stop7h 15mKenya Airways
Sun 30/310:45JNB - KGL
1 stop13h 50mKenya Airways
Deal found 28/1R5 396
Wed 29/110:55KGL - JNB
1 stop9h 05mEthiopian Air
Thu 30/18:20JNB - KGL
1 stop8h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 28/1R5 415
Thu 24/722:30KGL - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Sun 27/73:10JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 29/1R7 344
Thu 20/31:00KGL - JNB
1 stop10h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 29/33:10JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/1R10 998
Mon 10/323:20KGL - JNB
2 stops35h 40mQatar Airways
Sat 22/313:20JNB - KGL
3 stops28h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 28/1R25 256

Find flights from Kigali to OR Tambo within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Kigali to OR Tambo 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 29 January 2025.

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KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Thu 20/3

3:40-10:55

1 stop7h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 30/3

10:45-0:35

1 stop13h 50m

R5 396

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Fri 7/3

10:55-20:00

1 stop9h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/3

8:20-16:45

1 stop8h 25m

R5 415

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Thu 24/7

22:30-2:20

Nonstop3h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 27/7

3:10-7:00

Nonstop3h 50m

R7 344

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Thu 20/3

1:00-11:45

1 stop10h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 29/3

3:10-7:00

Nonstop3h 50m

R10 998

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Mon 10/3

23:20-11:00

2 stops35h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 22/3

13:20-18:05

3 stops28h 45m

R25 256

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Tue 11/3

3:40-16:00

1 stop12h 20m

R8 544

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Sun 9/3

10:30-14:20

Nonstop3h 50m

R11 429

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Sat 14/6

14:30-11:35

3 stops21h 05m

R20 310

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Sat 8/3

3:55-7:10

2 stops27h 15m

R25 612

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Fri 14/3

10:55-0:50

2 stops37h 55m

R32 638

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Best time to book a flight from Kigali to OR Tambo

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Travel insights for flights from Kigali to OR Tambo

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Kigali to OR Tambo including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Kigali to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on 24 January 2025.

The best time to book flights from Kigali to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is 69 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kigali to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R89). Flying from Kigali to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 OR Tambo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 29 January 2025.

When flying from Kigali to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, 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 7% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Rainfall in OR Tambo by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 OR Tambo Airport when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in OR Tambo by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, 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 OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo. Reviews last updated 29 January 2025.
Qatar Airways
7,5
Good
3 726 reviews
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Food

7,4

Comfort

7,5

Entertainment

7,5

Boarding

7,6

Overall

7,5

Crew

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Dennis,Aug 2024

KGL - DOH

Crew responded to passenger having seizures. A Dr. and my wife who is a nurse responded quick and efficiently to help man.

Qatar Airways
7,5
Good
3 726 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,5
Good
3 726 reviews
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Food

7,4

Comfort

7,5

Entertainment

7,5

Boarding

7,6

Overall

7,5

Crew

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Dennis,Aug 2024

KGL - DOH

Crew responded to passenger having seizures. A Dr. and my wife who is a nurse responded quick and efficiently to help man.

RwandAir
7,2
Good
28 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,5
Good
3 726 reviews
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Food

7,4

Comfort

7,5

Entertainment

7,5

Boarding

7,6

Overall

7,5

Crew

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Dennis,Aug 2024

KGL - DOH

Crew responded to passenger having seizures. A Dr. and my wife who is a nurse responded quick and efficiently to help man.

Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
776 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,5
Good
3 726 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,4

Comfort

7,5

Entertainment

7,5

Boarding

7,6

Overall

7,5

Crew

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Dennis,Aug 2024

KGL - DOH

Crew responded to passenger having seizures. A Dr. and my wife who is a nurse responded quick and efficiently to help man.

Egyptair
6,8
Okay
390 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,5
Good
3 726 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,4

Comfort

7,5

Entertainment

7,5

Boarding

7,6

Overall

7,5

Crew

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Dennis,Aug 2024

KGL - DOH

Crew responded to passenger having seizures. A Dr. and my wife who is a nurse responded quick and efficiently to help man.

Kenya Airways
6,8
Okay
272 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,5
Good
3 726 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,4

Comfort

7,5

Entertainment

7,5

Boarding

7,6

Overall

7,5

Crew

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Dennis,Aug 2024

KGL - DOH

Crew responded to passenger having seizures. A Dr. and my wife who is a nurse responded quick and efficiently to help man.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Kigali to OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo?

    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 Johannesburg OR Tambo. 2 airlines have flights from Kigali Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo on a regular basis. Booking flights from Kigali Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo per day.

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

    Flying on Kenya Airways is currently your cheapest option to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, with prices starting at R5 396. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Ethiopian Air and RwandAir, with the lowest prices starting at R5 415 and R7 344, respectively. Kenya Airways is priced at 7% 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 OR Tambo Airport one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as R8 544 on Kenya Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include RwandAir from R11 429 and Egyptair from R25 612 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Kigali to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    While on average a flight from Kigali to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is generally R6 246, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R4 849. When looking at the most popular route, (Kigali Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo), you can expect to pay R5 396 for that flight.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Kigali to OR Tambo?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Kigali to OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kigali to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R89). Flying from Kigali to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 2 airlines flying from Kigali to OR Tambo

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Kigali to OR Tambo. 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 29 January 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Kenya AirwaysCheapestR4 521AverageR5 477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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RwandAirCheapestR5 642AverageR6 483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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