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Kigali.R 5,373 per passenger.Departing Sat, 17 May.One-way flight with RwandAir.Outbound direct flight with RwandAir departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sat, 17 May, arriving in Kigali.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,373, select.
Kigali.R 5,380 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Apr.One-way flight with RwandAir.Outbound direct flight with RwandAir departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu, 10 Apr, arriving in Kigali.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,380, select.
Kigali.R 5,793 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Mar.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, 31 Mar, arriving in Kigali.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,793, select.
Kigali.R 6,253 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Jun.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 17 Jun, arriving in Kigali.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,253, select.
Kigali.R 6,264 per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 Nov.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, 19 Nov, arriving in Kigali.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,264, select.
Kigali.R 6,284 per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Oct.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu, 23 Oct, arriving in Kigali.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,284, select.
Kigali.R 7,153 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Jul.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, 16 Jul, arriving in Kigali.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,153, select.
Kigali.R 7,974 per passenger.Departing Fri, 13 Jun.One-way flight with RwandAir.Outbound direct flight with RwandAir departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Fri, 13 Jun, arriving in Kigali.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,974, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Kigali

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Kigali flights are currently cheapest in May.
Mar
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Apr
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May
from R 5,373
Jun
from R 6,253
Jul
from R 7,153
Aug
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from R 6,284
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Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Kigali: Alternative routes

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Johannesburg to Kigali: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 5,373
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time3 hrs, 50 mins
Most popular airlineQatar Airways
Average flights per week8

Finding cheap flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Kigali: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Kigali is R 5,583. 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.
3 hours and 50 minutes is the average flight time from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Kigali.
Qatar Airways and RwandAir fly direct from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Kigali.
As of March 2025, there are 8 flights per week flying from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Kigali.
The cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Kigali is usually March 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Kigali Airport on Wednesday, 2 April 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 50 minutes.
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.
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.
Currently, Ethiopian Airlines and RwandAir offer the cheapest flight tickets to Kigali.

Travelling from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Kigali International Airport (KGL): what you need to know

  • On average, direct flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Kigali International Airport take 3 hours 57 minutes. Kigali and Johannesburg are in the same timezone (UTC+2), so you won't have to change your watch once you land.

  • Flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Kigali International Airport start from 03:10 — the earliest with RwandAir. The latest departure is the 22:30 option with RwandAir. In total, you can take your pick of 11 services every week between JNB and KGL.

  • During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.

  • Travelling to Kigali (and discovering more of Rwanda!) is simple with RwandAir. This popular carrier runs direct flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Kigali International Airport.

  • If you want to break up your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Kigali International Airport, consider adding a stopover. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and find a city that appeals to you. The top stopovers on the JNB - KGL route are:

    • Kenneth Kaunda International Airport

    • Jomo Kenyatta International Airport

    • RG Mugabe International Airport

  • To see whether you need a visa to enter Rwanda, check with your carrier and the local consulate or embassy. They'll have all the necessary information, including additional documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from JNB to KGL.

How to find the cheapest flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Kigali International Airport (KGL)

  • R 5,373 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Kigali International Airport. A return flight starts from R 5,583. These fares can change based on demand and availability.

  • Score cheap tickets from JNB to KGL by booking 10 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.

  • June is the cheapest month for tickets from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Kigali International Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.

  • Finding a cheap ticket from JNB to KGL is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as the price has dropped.

  • Play around with filters to find the ideal journey for you. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Kigali International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.

Handy information about O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

  • Travelling from central Johannesburg to O.R. Tambo International Airport takes around 1 hour and 12 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 29 kilometres in 29 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • After a handy hotel close to JNB? If you're catching an early flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Kigali International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Kigali International Airport (KGL)

Getting from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to central Kigali

  • From Kigali International Airport, Kigali is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 21 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • It typically takes 1 hour and 55 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

When to fly to Kigali International Airport (KGL)

  • August is the busiest month for flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Kigali International Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Kigali in April.

  • The warmest month in Kigali is August, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Kigali International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from JNB to KGL in May. Temperatures average between 14ºC and 25ºC then.

More about Kigali

  • If you're looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Kigali right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from JNB to KGL:

  • There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Inema Art Centre, Kimironko Market and Campaign Against Genocide Museum are popular attractions which should feature on any good Kigali itinerary.

Complete your Kigali trip with hotels and a car rental

  • Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Kigali International Airport, check out the lowest prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to get the best car rental price for your Kigali getaway.

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