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Kigali.Rs67,420 per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 Jan.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, 12 Jan, arriving in Kigali.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs67,420, select.

Kigali.Rs67,420 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Dec.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, 8 Dec, arriving in Kigali.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs67,420, select.

Kigali.Rs67,463 per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 Aug.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, 19 Aug, arriving in Kigali.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs67,463, select.

Kigali.Rs67,550 per passenger.Departing Sun, 9 Nov.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sun, 9 Nov, arriving in Kigali.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs67,550, select.

Kigali.Rs67,586 per passenger.Departing Sun, 24 May.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sun, 24 May, arriving in Kigali.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs67,586, select.

Kigali.Rs67,589 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Sep.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Kigali.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs67,589, select.

Kigali.Rs67,612 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Jun.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, 3 Jun, arriving in Kigali.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs67,612, select.

Kigali.Rs67,644 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Mar.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, 11 Mar, arriving in Kigali.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs67,644, 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 December.

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Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Kigali: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Kigali below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Kigali.

Johannesburg to Kigali: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	Rs67,420
Cheapest month to fly	January
Average flight time	3 hrs, 50 mins
Most popular airline	Qatar Airways
Average flights per week	27

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

How much are return flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Kigali?

The best price we found for a return flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Kigali is Rs86,083. 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 O.R. Tambo to Kigali?

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

Which airlines fly direct from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Kigali?

Qatar Airways and RwandAir fly direct from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Kigali.

How many flights are there a week from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Kigali?

As of November 2025, there are 27 flights per week flying from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Kigali.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Kigali?

The cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Kigali is usually December.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Kigali Airport on?

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 Thursday, 4 December 2025.

Can I get a direct flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport 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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Kigali with?

Currently, Ethiopian Airlines and RwandAir offer the cheapest flight tickets to Kigali.

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

Book a direct flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Kigali International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 55 minutes.
Kigali's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Johannesburg.
Each week, there are 11 O.R. Tambo International Airport to Kigali International Airport flights. To jet off as early as possible, take the 03:10 RwandAir flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 17:20 with RwandAir.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your JNB to KGL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
RwandAir is your gateway to exploring Kigali (and perhaps some other great corners of Rwanda!). Browse the direct flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Kigali International Airport offered by this carrier.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is RwandAir.
If you want to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Kigali International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between JNB and KGL:
- Kenneth Kaunda International Airport
- RG Mugabe International Airport
- Jomo Kenyatta International Airport

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

At the moment, Rs67,420 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way O.R. Tambo International Airport to Kigali International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs86,083. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book seven months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from JNB to KGL.
Organise your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Kigali International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from JNB to KGL.
Lock in the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' 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 journey duration.

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

When it comes to the on-time performance of O.R. Tambo International Airport, 77.1% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
O.R. Tambo International Airport is about 29 kilometres from central Johannesburg. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near JNB. Whether you're catching an early flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Kigali International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:

Arriving at Kigali International Airport (KGL)

The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on an O.R. Tambo International Airport to Kigali International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near KGL instead:
Travel farther out of Kigali and head to places that aren't on the typical itinerary with your own set of wheels. You can book a Kigali International Airport rental car from companies like Europcar or Green Motion.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Kigali International Airport about one week ahead of your trip.

Getting from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to central Kigali

Kigali International Airport to central Kigali has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 55 minutes.

When to fly to Kigali International Airport (KGL)

January is the busiest month for flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Kigali International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Kigali in April.
The warmest month in Kigali is August, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Kigali International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from JNB to KGL in May if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC and 25ºC on average.

Explore more of Rwanda

While Kigali is an excellent introduction to Rwanda, there's so much more waiting in Butare. Around 80 kilometres to the south-west, this popular city has loads of things to see and do, including Ngoma Genocide Memorial and Chapel.
Set out 40 kilometres south-west from Kigali to visit Gitarama, another well-known stop in Rwanda. Don't leave without exploring Muhanga Design centre and Paroisse Saint André Gitarama.