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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Johannesburg to Kigali Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from RM1,499. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Kigali.RM1,499 per passenger.Departing Tue, 14 Apr, returning Thu, 23 Apr.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 14 Apr, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Kigali on Thu, 23 Apr, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,499, select.

Kigali.RM1,499 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Mar, returning Tue, 31 Mar.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 24 Mar, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Kigali on Tue, 31 Mar, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,499, select.

Kigali.RM1,499 per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Apr, returning Mon, 4 May.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, 27 Apr, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Kigali on Mon, 4 May, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,499, select.

Kigali.RM1,522 per passenger.Departing Sun, 29 Mar, returning Thu, 2 Apr.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sun, 29 Mar, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Kigali on Thu, 2 Apr, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,522, select.

Kigali.RM1,527 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 May, returning Fri, 8 May.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Fri, 1 May, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Kigali on Fri, 8 May, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,527, select.

Kigali.RM1,601 per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Apr, returning Mon, 6 Apr.Return flight with RwandAir.Outbound direct flight with RwandAir departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu, 2 Apr, arriving in Kigali.Inbound direct flight with RwandAir departs from Kigali on Mon, 6 Apr, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,601, select.

Kigali.RM1,626 per passenger.Departing Fri, 22 May, returning Sun, 7 Jun.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Fri, 22 May, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Kigali on Sun, 7 Jun, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,626, select.

Kigali.RM1,627 per passenger.Departing Wed, 20 May, returning Thu, 21 May.Return flight with RwandAir.Outbound direct flight with RwandAir departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, 20 May, arriving in Kigali.Inbound direct flight with RwandAir departs from Kigali on Thu, 21 May, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,627, select.

Kigali.RM1,630 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Sep, returning Thu, 17 Sep.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Fri, 4 Sep, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Kigali on Thu, 17 Sep, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,630, select.

Kigali.RM1,630 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Jun, returning Wed, 10 Jun.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu, 4 Jun, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Kigali on Wed, 10 Jun, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,630, select.

Kigali.RM1,630 per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 Oct, returning Mon, 26 Oct.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Fri, 23 Oct, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Kigali on Mon, 26 Oct, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,630, select.

Kigali.RM1,633 per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Jul, returning Sun, 5 Jul.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu, 2 Jul, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Kigali on Sun, 5 Jul, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,633, select.

Kigali.RM1,633 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Nov, returning Fri, 20 Nov.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Kigali on Fri, 20 Nov, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,633, select.

Kigali.RM1,634 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Mar, returning Mon, 23 Mar.Return flight with RwandAir.Outbound direct flight with RwandAir departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, 16 Mar, arriving in Kigali.Inbound direct flight with RwandAir departs from Kigali on Mon, 23 Mar, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,634, select.

Kigali.RM1,660 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Nov, returning Fri, 1 Jan.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Kigali on Fri, 1 Jan, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,660, select.

Kigali.RM1,661 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Nov, returning Fri, 20 Nov.Return flight with RwandAir.Outbound direct flight with RwandAir departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Kigali.Inbound direct flight with RwandAir departs from Kigali on Fri, 20 Nov, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,661, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to Kigali

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Johannesburg to Kigali: Alternative routes

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Johannesburg to Kigali: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	RM1,499
Cheapest month to fly	March
Average flight time	3 hrs, 50 mins
Most popular airline	RwandAir
Average flights per week	68

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Finding cheap flights from Johannesburg to Kigali: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Johannesburg to Kigali?

The best price we found for a return flight from Johannesburg to Kigali is RM1,499. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Johannesburg to Kigali?

3 hours and 50 minutes is the average flight time from Johannesburg to Kigali.

Which airlines fly direct from Johannesburg to Kigali?

RwandAir and Qatar Airways fly direct from Johannesburg to Kigali.

How many flights are there a week from Johannesburg to Kigali?

As of March 2026, there are 68 flights per week flying from Johannesburg to Kigali.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Kigali?

The cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to Kigali is usually March.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Johannesburg to Kigali Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Johannesburg to Kigali Airport on Tuesday, 24 March 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Johannesburg to Kigali Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 50 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Kigali?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Kigali but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Kigali?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Kigali is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Flying from Johannesburg to Kigali International Airport (KGL): What you need to know

Planning your holiday starts with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Johannesburg. Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is the city's main base, so check out your options for booking a flight from Johannesburg to Kigali International Airport (KGL) departing from here.
Around 3 hours 50 minutes is the usual time it takes for a direct Johannesburg to Kigali International Airport flight.
Johannesburg and Kigali (where Kigali International Airport is located) share the UTC+2 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch on arrival.
The busiest route is from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Kigali International Airport (KGL), with 14 direct services every week. If you're looking to take off without delay, the earliest flight from JNB to KGL is the 3:10am RwandAir option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 4:50pm with RwandAir.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your flight from Johannesburg to KGL.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like April. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and as much as four hours for international flights. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or go over your itinerary.

Airports in Johannesburg

Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Johannesburg to Kigali International Airport (KGL) can be booked from this terminal.
When leaving from JNB, you can take a direct flight from Johannesburg to Kigali International Airport with RwandAir.
Most passengers choose to fly with RwandAir from JNB to KGL.
Among carriers on this route, RwandAir leads the way for on-time arrivals.
We make it a breeze to find cheap flights from Johannesburg to KGL that include a stopover. To explore all the options leaving from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers between JNB and KGL include:
- Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
- Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)
- Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe Intl Airport (HRE)
Travelling from central Johannesburg to JNB takes around 35 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Johannesburg to Kigali International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport:
75% of flights taking off from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport make it to their destination on time.

Lanseria International Airport (HLA)

On public transport, you can travel from central Johannesburg to HLA in around 1 hour 15 minutes. The airport is roughly 40 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 45 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before your Johannesburg to KGL flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Lanseria International Airport:

About Kigali International Airport (KGL)

If you're coming in on a late flight from Johannesburg to Kigali International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near KGL:
Booking your vehicle around one week in advance of your Johannesburg to Kigali International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.

Getting from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to central Kigali

Kigali International Airport to the centre of Kigali is about 8 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a taxi, do a little research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Kigali International Airport (KGL)

The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Kigali International Airport is RM949. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM1,499. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Johannesburg to KGL. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
Affordable Johannesburg to Kigali International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares throughout the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
Locking in a cheap plane ticket from Johannesburg to KGL is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when there's a price drop.
Chase down a great fare on a flight from Johannesburg to Kigali International Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'

The best time to fly from Johannesburg to Kigali International Airport (KGL)

August is when most people book flights from Johannesburg to Kigali International Airport (KGL). Plan your visit to Kigali in January if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
Lock in a Johannesburg to KGL plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Kigali to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Johannesburg to Kigali International Airport in December when temperatures are between 14ºC (57ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).

More about Kigali

Once you've booked your flight from Johannesburg to Kigali International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these options your base for exploring Kigali:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Camp Kigali Memorial, Kigali Cultural Village and Mt. Kigali are must-do's during your Kigali adventure.