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Cheap flights from Kigali to South Africa from R4 514

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 12/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
KGL — JNB
May 8 — May 151
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Kigali to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Kigali to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 3 May 2025.

Round-trip from

R4 901

One-way from

R4 514

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R5 251

Good round-trip deal

R5 019 or less

Good one-way deal

R4 309 or less
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 24/5-31/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 05m total
  • Kigali to South Africa
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Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 12/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 7h 15m total
  • Kigali to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R5 216 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R1 325 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in May 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Kigali Intl to South Africa.
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Cheapest flights from Kigali to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kigali to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 3 May 2025.

Sat 24/59:00KGL - JNB
1 stop15h 15mKenya Airways
Fri 30/51:15JNB - KGL
1 stop12h 35mKenya Airways
Deal found 2/5R4 901
Fri 23/52:10KGL - JNB
1 stop10h 55mEthiopian Air
Sat 31/58:20JNB - KGL
1 stop8h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 2/5R5 582
Sat 24/510:30KGL - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Sat 31/516:50JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 2/5R6 872
Fri 23/51:00KGL - JNB
1 stop10h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 31/516:50JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5R10 594
Thu 16/1022:30KGL - CPT
1 stop11h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 22/109:00CPT - KGL
1 stop11h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5R11 994
Tue 1/716:00KGL - JNB
1 stop24h 10mQatar Airways
Sun 6/716:50JNB - KGL
Nonstop3h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 2/5R13 173
Wed 15/102:10KGL - CPT
1 stop12h 25mEthiopian Air
Wed 22/1014:35CPT - KGL
1 stop10h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 2/5R13 726
Thu 16/109:00KGL - CPT
1 stop13h 10mKenya Airways
Wed 22/1014:35CPT - KGL
2 stops17h 25mKenya Airways
Deal found 2/5R14 278
Thu 16/1016:00KGL - CPT
3 stops42h 55mQatar Airways
Wed 22/1013:00CPT - KGL
2 stops29h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 2/5R24 798
Tue 1/720:10KGL - JNB
3 stops37h 10mSWISS
Sun 6/719:35JNB - KGL
2 stops23h 20mSWISS
Deal found 2/5R240 170

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KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Sat 24/5

9:00-0:15

1 stop15h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/5

1:15-13:50

1 stop12h 35m

R4 901

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Fri 23/5

2:10-13:05

1 stop10h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 31/5

8:20-16:45

1 stop8h 25m

R5 582

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Sat 24/5

10:30-14:20

Nonstop3h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 31/5

16:50-20:40

Nonstop3h 50m

R6 872

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Tue 17/6

8:20-19:40

1 stop11h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/6

3:10-7:00

Nonstop3h 50m

R9 801

KigaliCape Town

KGL - CPT

KGLCPT

Kigali Intl

Thu 16/10

22:30-9:45

1 stop11h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 22/10

9:00-20:40

1 stop11h 40m

R11 994

KigaliJohannesburg

KGL - JNB

KGLJNB

Kigali Intl

Tue 1/7

16:00-16:10

1 stop24h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/7

16:50-20:40

Nonstop3h 50m

R13 173

KigaliCape Town

KGL - CPT

KGLCPT

Kigali Intl

Wed 15/10

2:10-14:35

1 stop12h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 22/10

14:35-1:05

1 stop10h 30m

R13 726

KigaliCape Town

KGL - CPT

KGLCPT

Kigali Intl

Thu 16/10

9:00-22:10

1 stop13h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 22/10

14:35-8:00

2 stops17h 25m

R14 278

KigaliCape Town

KGL - CPT

KGLCPT

Kigali Intl

Thu 16/10

16:00-10:55

3 stops42h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 22/10

13:00-18:00

2 stops29h 00m

R24 798

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

R240 170

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Best time to book a flight from Kigali to South Africa

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Kigali 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 3 May 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Kigali to South Africa as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Kigali to South Africa

Explore weekly flight availability from Kigali 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 3 May 2025.

The most flights from KGL to ZA0 are scheduled on a Tuesday (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 South Africa by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Africa 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 South Africa when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in South Africa by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Africa, 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 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 3 May 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Kigali to South Africa, such as SWISS, Qatar Airways and Brussels Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 589 reviews
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Comfort

7,4

Crew

8,2

Entertainment

6,7

Food

7,0

Overall

7,5

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
1 589 reviews
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 589 reviews
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Comfort

7,4

Crew

8,2

Entertainment

6,7

Food

7,0

Overall

7,5

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
3 566 reviews
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 589 reviews
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Comfort

7,4

Crew

8,2

Entertainment

6,7

Food

7,0

Overall

7,5

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
Brussels Airlines
7,4
Good
346 reviews
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 589 reviews
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Comfort

7,4

Crew

8,2

Entertainment

6,7

Food

7,0

Overall

7,5

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
3 791 reviews
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 589 reviews
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Comfort

7,4

Crew

8,2

Entertainment

6,7

Food

7,0

Overall

7,5

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
769 reviews
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 589 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,4

Crew

8,2

Entertainment

6,7

Food

7,0

Overall

7,5

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 South Africa. 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 South Africa?

    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 South Africa.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Kenya Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R4 514. RwandAir flights start at R5 251 while deals on Ethiopian Air start at R5 269 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Kigali to South Africa?

    While some choose either Kigali Intl - Cape Town Intl or Kigali Intl - Durban King Shaka Intl, Kigali Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo is the most popular route from Kigali to South Africa.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Kigali to South Africa?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Kigali to South Africa? While on average our users pay R5 667, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R3 946. The most popular route (Kigali Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo), is priced around R5 822.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kigali to South Africa (average of R89). Flying from Kigali to South Africa 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Kenya AirwaysCheapestR4 469AverageR5 386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 276AverageR5 335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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RwandAirCheapestR5 388AverageR6 752FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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