Cheap Flights from Johannesburg (JNB) to Kigali (KGL)

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Cheap Flights from Johannesburg (JNB) to Kigali (KGL)

Prices were available within the past 7 days for one-way flights and round trip tickets for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Ethiopian Airlines
Sat, 16 Aug. - Tue, 26 Aug.
JNB
Johannesburg
KGL
Kigali
AU$526 Return, found 6 days ago
AU$526
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Sat, 16 Aug. from Johannesburg to Kigali, returning Tue, 26 Aug., priced at AU$526 found 6 days ago
Ethiopian Airlines
Thu, 21 Aug. - Mon, 25 Aug.
JNB
Johannesburg
KGL
Kigali
AU$545 Return, found 1 day ago
AU$545
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Thu, 21 Aug. from Johannesburg to Kigali, returning Mon, 25 Aug., priced at AU$545 found 1 day ago
Ethiopian Airlines
Sat, 16 Aug. - Sun, 24 Aug.
JNB
Johannesburg
KGL
Kigali
AU$555 Return, found 6 days ago
AU$555
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Sat, 16 Aug. from Johannesburg to Kigali, returning Sun, 24 Aug., priced at AU$555 found 6 days ago
Rwandair
Mon, 19 Jan. - Tue, 3 Feb.
JNB
Johannesburg
KGL
Kigali
AU$706 Return, found 3 hours ago
AU$706
Return
found 3 hours ago
Select Rwandair flight, departing Mon, 19 Jan. from Johannesburg to Kigali, returning Tue, 3 Feb., priced at AU$706 found 3 hours ago
Rwandair
Thu, 21 Aug. - Mon, 25 Aug.
JNB
Johannesburg
KGL
Kigali
AU$706 Return, found 1 day ago
AU$706
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Rwandair flight, departing Thu, 21 Aug. from Johannesburg to Kigali, returning Mon, 25 Aug., priced at AU$706 found 1 day ago
Rwandair
Mon, 23 Mar. - Fri, 27 Mar.
JNB
Johannesburg
KGL
Kigali
AU$709 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$709
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Rwandair flight, departing Mon, 23 Mar. from Johannesburg to Kigali, returning Fri, 27 Mar., priced at AU$709 found 2 days ago
Ethiopian Airlines
Fri, 28 Nov. - Wed, 10 Dec.
JNB
Johannesburg
KGL
Kigali
AU$711 Return, found 3 hours ago
AU$711
Return
found 3 hours ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Fri, 28 Nov. from Johannesburg to Kigali, returning Wed, 10 Dec., priced at AU$711 found 3 hours ago
Kenya Airways
Sat, 16 Aug. - Tue, 26 Aug.
JNB
Johannesburg
KGL
Kigali
AU$711 Return, found 6 days ago
AU$711
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Kenya Airways flight, departing Sat, 16 Aug. from Johannesburg to Kigali, returning Tue, 26 Aug., priced at AU$711 found 6 days ago
Qatar Airways
Tue, 10 Feb. - Sun, 15 Feb.
JNB
Johannesburg
KGL
Kigali
AU$1,449 Return, found 3 days ago
AU$1,449
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Tue, 10 Feb. from Johannesburg to Kigali, returning Sun, 15 Feb., priced at AU$1,449 found 3 days ago
Turkish Airlines
Mon, 23 Mar. - Fri, 27 Mar.
JNB
Johannesburg
KGL
Kigali
AU$2,360 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$2,360
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Mon, 23 Mar. from Johannesburg to Kigali, returning Fri, 27 Mar., priced at AU$2,360 found 2 days ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg (JNB) to Kigali (KGL)

February is typically the cheapest month to fly

From AU$521 - AU$870 per traveller.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flight from Johannesburg to Kigali route information
Origin airport
O.R. Tambo Intl.
Destination airport
Kigali Intl.
Airlines serving
Air France, Egyptair, Ethiopian Airlines, KLM, Kenya Airways, Qatar Airways, Rwandair, Turkish Airlines
Return price
AU$525
Distance
2679 km
Average flight time
3 hours 50 mins

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Kigali Intl. Airport (KGL)?
Pack your bags, because round-trip journeys from JNB to Kigali Intl. Airport (KGL) start from AU$526. That's based on airfares listed within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year. Prices can rise quickly, so book today to score the best deal. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from JNB to Kanombe Intl. Airport?
We get that your situation can change unexpectedly, so we've made it as easy as possible for you to cancel your trip online. Just visit the Customer Service Portal and follow the instructions.
How do I find cheap flights from JNB to Kigali Intl. Airport (KGL) that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for Johannesburg Airport to Kanombe Intl. Airport flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from JNB to Kigali Intl. Airport (KGL)?
It's around 2 700 kilometres from Kempton Park to Kigali, so expect to be strapped into your seat for a while. Keep yourself entertained by packing things like a magazine or a gripping book.
Which airlines fly direct from JNB to Kanombe Intl. Airport?
RwandAir (WB) will get you from Johannesburg Airport to Kanombe Intl. Airport comfortably and reliably. Take your pick of 30 direct flights every month on this route.
Are O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to KGL flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Booking your trip from JNB to KGL at the last minute could save you some serious cash. However, it could end up costing you a whole lot more! If you'd prefer not to take the risk, book well ahead of your departure date. In fact, Expedia has some of the best bargains up to 12 months in advance. If your preferred air carrier hasn't released tickets yet, check back frequently as deals are updated on Expedia all the time.

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