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Cheapest return flight
£395
Typical prices: £275-£355
RwandAir
Thu 29/11Thu 6/12
JNB - KGL • Direct
Cheapest one-way flight
£203
Typical prices: £186-£235
Kenya Airways
Wed 17/1
JNB - KGL • 1 stop
Direct flights
You can fly direct with RwandAir. Average duration is 3h 47m
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Most punctual • 78% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 25 weeks in advance save around 36% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 20% price drop
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg £271 (return)
Shortest trip • 8h 54m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Kigali (JNB-KGL)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Johannesburg to Kigali

Sun, 29 Nov - Sun, 6 Dec
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17:45 - 21:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-KGL Kigali Intl
3h 45mdirect
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22:30 - 02:20KGL  Kigali Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
3h 50mdirect
£395RwandAir
Tue, 24 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov
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03:10 - 07:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-KGL Kigali Intl
3h 50mdirect
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09:55 - 13:55KGL  Kigali Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
4h 00mdirect
£396RwandAir
Tue, 24 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov
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03:10 - 07:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-KGL Kigali Intl
3h 50mdirect
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09:55 - 13:55KGL  Kigali Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
4h 00mdirect
£397RwandAir
Wed, 25 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec
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17:45 - 21:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-KGL Kigali Intl
3h 45mdirect
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09:55 - 13:55KGL  Kigali Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
4h 00mdirect
£398RwandAir
Sun, 22 Nov - Fri, 4 Dec
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17:45 - 21:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-KGL Kigali Intl
3h 45mdirect
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22:30 - 02:20KGL  Kigali Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
3h 50mdirect
£398RwandAir
Sat, 21 Nov - Fri, 4 Dec
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17:45 - 21:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-KGL Kigali Intl
3h 45mdirect
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22:30 - 02:20KGL  Kigali Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
3h 50mdirect
£398RwandAir
Fri, 20 Nov - Wed, 9 Dec
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17:45 - 21:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-KGL Kigali Intl
3h 45mdirect
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22:30 - 02:20KGL  Kigali Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
3h 50mdirect
£398RwandAir
Fri, 20 Nov - Thu, 3 Dec
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03:10 - 07:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-KGL Kigali Intl
3h 50mdirect
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09:55 - 13:55KGL  Kigali Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
4h 00mdirect
£398RwandAir
Thu, 19 Nov - Sat, 21 Nov
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20:40 - 04:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-KGL Kigali Intl
7h 20m1 stop Entebbe
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04:45 - 23:45KGL  Kigali Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 00m1 stop Entebbe
£429Uganda Airlines
Sun, 29 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec
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14:30 - 01:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-KGL Kigali Intl
10h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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01:50 - 13:30KGL  Kigali Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
11h 40m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£441Ethiopian Air
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali flights

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How much is a return flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali?

Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali typically range from £275 to £355. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £395 on RwandAir.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali. It’s 2% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 1% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali at £250 return.
•September (£363) and January (£331) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 45% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali are cheapest 25 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 36% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

£203
Beat the crowds with an average 35% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 30% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali

When to book flights from Johannesburg to Kigali

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Johannesburg to Kigali based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali:

    • Earliest: departs at 03:10 and lands at 06:57
    • Latest: departs at 17:50 and lands at 21:37.

    The flight takes about 3h 47m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali.

  • How long is a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali?

    A direct flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali takes 3h 47m, covering 1,674 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali flight?

    Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali range from £275 to £355, with an average of £311 over the past 12 months. Anything below £275 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) are 1% below the route average of £311. Booking late can sometimes save you money, but availability is limited.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £271 return via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD), compared with £323 for direct.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali?

    RwandAir is the only airline operating Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali flights. 78% of its flights are on time.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali?

    The Airbus A380-800 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by British Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner variants.

  • How are flight departures from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali spread across the day?

    Evening is the busiest departure period on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali flights, with 50% leaving in that window. Night departures account for 50%, Morning flights for 0%, and Afternoon flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £395 to £2,542. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali looking right now?

    One-way fares from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £219, which is 9% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali?

    Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali usually depart from Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) and arrive at Kigali Intl (KGL).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali?

    Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route, while night departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali route, 22% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 49m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali pass through?

    Connecting flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali most commonly pass through:

    • Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) – 54% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 46% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 4% on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali. Monday is the cheapest departure day at £306 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at £317, a difference of £11.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali?

    Only RwandAir operates flights between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Kigali.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali?

    Flying via Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 8h 54m, compared to 9h 10m via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • RwandAir: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Monday flights average £306, about £11 less than Wednesday fares (3% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 25 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 36% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali trip for November. Fares historically average £250 return in that month – typically £113 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Addis Ababa Bole Airport (ADD) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £271 return on this route – about £52 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Johannesburg to Kigali?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Johannesburg OR Tambo to Kigali Intl

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Direct returns

Kigali Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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