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Cheap flights from Kigali to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R4 133

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 4/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
KGL — JNB
Apr 3 — Apr 101
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Kigali Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in August or February, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Monday 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 March 2025.

Round-trip from

R4 883

One-way from

R4 133

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

R6 127

Good round-trip deal

R7 501 or less
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 18/4-27/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 19h 40m total
  • Kigali to Johannesburg
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RwandAir
  • RwandAir
  • 4/5
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 50m total
  • Kigali to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (R2 633 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R1 080 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Kigali Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo.
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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 March 2025.

Sat 5/420:00KGL - JNB
1 stop14h 55mKenya Airways
Mon 7/417:00JNB - KGL
1 stop15h 00mKenya Airways
Deal found 29/3R4 883
Mon 31/310:50KGL - JNB
1 stop9h 20mEthiopian Air
Mon 14/48:20JNB - KGL
1 stop8h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 28/3R5 304
Mon 31/310:30KGL - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Wed 2/416:50JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 27/3R5 999
Sat 19/410:30KGL - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 27/423:45JNB - KGL
1 stop11h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3R7 718
Sat 5/416:00KGL - JNB
1 stop24h 10mQatar Airways
Wed 9/416:50JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 28/3R22 642

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Kigali

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OR Tambo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Fri 18/4

3:40-10:55

1 stop7h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 27/4

12:10-0:35

1 stop12h 25m

R4 883

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Tue 1/7

10:30-14:20

Nonstop3h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/7

16:50-20:40

Nonstop3h 50m

R5 999

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Sat 19/4

10:30-14:20

Nonstop3h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 27/4

23:45-10:50

1 stop11h 05m

R7 718

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Sat 19/4

10:55-20:10

1 stop9h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 27/4

4:00-16:45

2 stops36h 45m

R8 596

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

R233 118

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Sun 4/5

10:30-14:20

Nonstop3h 50m

R4 133

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Fri 18/4

10:55-20:10

1 stop9h 15m

R4 444

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Thu 17/4

3:40-10:55

1 stop7h 15m

R4 481

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Sat 3/5

2:10-11:50

2 stops33h 40m

R6 639

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Thu 17/4

1:45-10:35

2 stops32h 50m

R15 052

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Best time to book a flight from Kigali to OR Tambo

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Kigali to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

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 21 March 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 March 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 11% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from Kigali to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Kigali to OR Tambo. 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 29 March 2025.

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

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 March 2025.
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 570 reviews
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Entertainment

6,7

Comfort

7,3

Crew

8,2

Overall

7,5

Food

7,0

Boarding

7,6

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
1 570 reviews
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 570 reviews
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Entertainment

6,7

Comfort

7,3

Crew

8,2

Overall

7,5

Food

7,0

Boarding

7,6

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
3 537 reviews
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 570 reviews
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Entertainment

6,7

Comfort

7,3

Crew

8,2

Overall

7,5

Food

7,0

Boarding

7,6

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
Etihad Airways
7,4
Good
1 181 reviews
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 570 reviews
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Entertainment

6,7

Comfort

7,3

Crew

8,2

Overall

7,5

Food

7,0

Boarding

7,6

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
3 744 reviews
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 570 reviews
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Entertainment

6,7

Comfort

7,3

Crew

8,2

Overall

7,5

Food

7,0

Boarding

7,6

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
764 reviews
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 570 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,7

Comfort

7,3

Crew

8,2

Overall

7,5

Food

7,0

Boarding

7,6

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 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. 3 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 1 outbound flight 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 R4 883. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by RwandAir and Ethiopian Air, with the lowest prices starting at R5 999 and R8 596, respectively. Kenya Airways is priced at 12% 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 R4 133 on RwandAir. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Ethiopian Air from R4 444 and Kenya Airways from R4 481 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 R7 509, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R6 295. When looking at the most popular route, (Kigali Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo), you can expect to pay R5 304 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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Fly from Kigali to OR Tambo on these airlines

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Top 3 airlines flying from Kigali to OR Tambo

Discover the top 3 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 March 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Kenya AirwaysCheapestR4 417AverageR5 339FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 237AverageR5 304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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RwandAirCheapestR5 508AverageR6 698FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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