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Cheap Flight Deals from Johannesburg to Kigali (JNB-KGL)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Johannesburg to Kigali that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent return flight deals from OR Tambo to Kigali

Recommended return flight deals departing in the coming months from the most popular airlines that fly from OR Tambo to Kigali.
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8:20 - 16:45JNB-KGL
8h 25m1 stop
17:40 - 3:55KGL-JNB
10h 15m1 stop
R7 461Ethiopian Air
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Fri, Mar 28 - Mon, Apr 7
8:20 - 16:45JNB-KGL
8h 25m1 stop
17:40 - 3:55KGL-JNB
10h 15m1 stop
R7 480Ethiopian Air
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Fri, May 23 - Sat, May 31
8:20 - 16:45JNB-KGL
8h 25m1 stop
14:30 - 0:15KGL-JNB
9h 45m1 stop
R10 632
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Mon, Mar 17 - Mon, Mar 24
8:20 - 16:45JNB-KGL
8h 25m1 stop
9:00 - 15:50KGL-JNB
6h 50m1 stop
R10 651
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Fri, Mar 28 - Wed, Apr 2
16:50 - 20:40JNB-KGL
3h 50mdirect
10:30 - 14:20KGL-JNB
3h 50mdirect
R10 949Qatar Airways
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Wed, Apr 16 - Wed, Apr 23
17:20 - 21:10JNB-KGL
3h 50mdirect
10:30 - 14:20KGL-JNB
3h 50mdirect
R11 173Qatar Airways
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Mon, Mar 17 - Mon, Mar 24
1:15 - 13:10JNB-KGL
11h 55m1 stop
3:40 - 0:15KGL-JNB
20h 35m1 stop
R12 833Kenya Airways
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Thu, Mar 27 - Sun, Apr 6
1:15 - 8:00JNB-KGL
6h 45m1 stop
3:40 - 10:55KGL-JNB
7h 15m1 stop
R12 852Kenya Airways
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Thu, May 22 - Fri, May 30
3:10 - 7:00JNB-KGL
3h 50mdirect
22:30 - 2:20KGL-JNB
3h 50mdirect
R13 188RwandAir
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Thu, May 22 - Sat, May 31
3:10 - 7:00JNB-KGL
3h 50mdirect
10:30 - 14:20KGL-JNB
3h 50mdirect
R13 934RwandAir
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Sat, Aug 2 - Thu, Aug 14

Flights from OR Tambo to Kigali - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from OR Tambo to Kigali to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg to Kigali?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
For Johannesburg to Kigali, Thursday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Friday is the most expensive. Flying from Kigali back to Johannesburg, the best deals are generally found on Monday, with Thursday being the most expensive.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali is February, where tickets cost R7 163 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and September, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is R9 289 and R8 077 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.
To get a below average price on the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 7 weeks before departure.

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Low season

January

High season

September

Cheapest flight

R5 894
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 3% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (3% more expensive on average)
Flight from Johannesburg to Kigali

When to book flights from OR Tambo to Kigali

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from OR Tambo to Kigali based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Johannesburg to Kigali flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali was R316 for a one-way ticket and R400 for a return.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Johannesburg to Kigali?

    The Airbus A380-800 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Johannesburg to Kigali flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Johannesburg to Kigali?

    oneworld is the only airline alliance operating flights between Johannesburg and Kigali.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Johannesburg to Kigali?

    There are direct flights from Johannesburg to Kigali on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Johannesburg to Kigali, RwandAir or Ethiopian Air?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Johannesburg to Kigali are RwandAir and Ethiopian Air. With an average price for the route of R7 722 and an overall rating of 7,2, RwandAir is the most popular choice. Ethiopian Air is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of R7 478 and an overall rating of 7,2.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Johannesburg to Kigali?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Johannesburg to Kigali.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Johannesburg to Kigali?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Kigali from Johannesburg is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Johannesburg to Kigali?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Kigali with an airline and back to Johannesburg with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Johannesburg to Kigali?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Kigali from Johannesburg up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for R3 388 or less one-way and R7 841 or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Kigali Intl?

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

Qatar Airways, RwandAir

Qatar Airways, RwandAir

Tuesday

Qatar Airways, RwandAir

Qatar Airways, RwandAir

Wednesday

Qatar Airways, RwandAir

Qatar Airways, RwandAir

Thursday

Qatar Airways, RwandAir

Qatar Airways, RwandAir

Friday

Qatar Airways, RwandAir

Qatar Airways, RwandAir

Saturday

Qatar Airways, RwandAir

Qatar Airways, RwandAir

Sunday

Qatar Airways, RwandAir

Qatar Airways, RwandAir

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Direct returns

Kigali Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo

Monday

Qatar Airways, RwandAir

Qatar Airways, RwandAir

Tuesday

Qatar Airways, RwandAir

Qatar Airways, RwandAir

Wednesday

Qatar Airways, RwandAir

Qatar Airways, RwandAir

Thursday

Qatar Airways, RwandAir

Qatar Airways, RwandAir

Friday

Qatar Airways, RwandAir

Qatar Airways, RwandAir

Saturday

Qatar Airways, RwandAir

Qatar Airways, RwandAir

Sunday

Qatar Airways, RwandAir

Qatar Airways, RwandAir

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Top 4 airlines serving from OR Tambo to Kigali

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Johannesburg to Kigali. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from OR Tambo to Kigali? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7,4
Qatar AirwaysOverall score based on 3568 reviews
7,6Boarding
7,9Crew
7,4Entertainment
7,4Comfort
7,3Food
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They didn't board by zones and it was a free for all. The 16 hour flight was the most excruciating experience of my life and the seats were TINY... with no leg space and my feet were swollen immediately. The food was so bad it was inedible.

2,0 MediocreRootu, Jan 2025AMD - DOH
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They didn't board by zones and it was a free for all. The 16 hour flight was the most excruciating experience of my life and the seats were TINY... with no leg space and my feet were swollen immediately. The food was so bad it was inedible.

The space was tight, hardly any leg room and the crew surprisingly were busy and did not take the time to attend to passengers, felt rushed. There was a delay for check in since the systems were down the airport staffs were accommodating

I recently travelled with Qatar Airways from Doha to Dulles in the QSuite, and the experience was nothing short of exceptional. The QSuite truly feels like a First-Class experience, with its luxurious design, privacy, and comfort. The cabin crew, especially the lady in charge of the cabin, was remarkable—professional, attentive, and genuinely kind. The food was excellent, and the comfort of the seat was absolutely first-class, making the journey smooth and enjoyable. While the in-flight experience was outstanding, I have a few points of feedback. Firstly, the content available in the in-flight entertainment system could be expanded and upgraded to include a more diverse and updated collection. This would elevate the entertainment experience to match the premium standards of the QSuite. Secondly, regarding the Wi-Fi service: while QSuite passengers receive one hour of complimentary Wi-Fi, any additional usage requires a fee of USD 10. Considering the premium pricing of QSuite, it would be more fitting to include unlimited Wi-Fi as part of the experience, further enhancing the luxury offered to passengers. Lastly, I must highlight an issue with luggage handling. Unfortunately, my luggage did not make it through the transit, which was disappointing. While the ground crew assured me that it would be delivered to my home on the same day as it was arriving on the next flight, this promise was not fulfilled, and the delay added unnecessary inconvenience to an otherwise excellent experience. Overall, the QSuite experience was exceptional, but addressing these areas would further solidify Qatar Airways’ position as a leader in luxury air travel.

The Qatar Airways staff pre-boarding and also on the flight from Dallas to Doha were incredibly mediocre and arrogant. Consider retraining these individuals Other flights were ok.

Worst air experience in whole life . Boarding and checking was hassle as they did 3 times. Crew team was clueless about passengers need. Despite of passengers raising hand , they were resetting the program

The food is not good and also if you ask crew to bring something they say ok I will bring but you will never get it. Please they should listen good to passengers

Very unimpressed that I was dumped from the seat I had booked and paid for after check in. Apparently a family wanted to sit together, however as they all were adults I think they should have pre booked their seats like I did. I will be approaching Qatar for a refund. That and the dreadful state of the flooding toilets made me wonder how they managed to be voted the best airline. Not worth the money.

There was frequent beverage ,meal and snack service. The crew was very hospitable and professional.

Do not overbook flights and kick out confirmed ticketed passengers :-(

The rows of seats in economy class are seriously close to one another making eating and resting just about impossible - there is hardly any legroom. Anyone larger than average size would have an incredibly uncomfortable flight. I had to basically share my seat with the lady passenger next to me as she was too big to fit into her allotted seat.

Pleasant, relaxed flight. I had 2 seats to myself, which was a bonus. I couldn't find a flight tracker ap so I could know where we were but that's a minor complaint. On the plus side, the passenger announcements did not come through my earphones but were on main speakers only. That was a nice touch.

Flight delayed by 3 hours 45 mins and no explanation given or apology. Rebooked on a flight departing to final destination 48 hrs later and baggage not delivered.

My outbound flight was grounded in Lusaka so we never made it to Paris. DO NOT fly this airline you will be stranded and your plans will be completely disrupted

Inflight entertainment with electronic charging stations can help during a long flight.

The flight was delayed with no notice. No inflight entertainment. Communication is vital in any business.

Poor communication: Flight come directly to kigali , didn’t come via mumbasa. Favouring to Rwandan passenger to move from economic to bussiness class after flight depart. Where they don’t asked other older passenger who need more comfort. Rude staff : chekin airport at Mumbai. Talking in local language (marathi) while serving and no sorry no thank you attitude.

No Asian Vegetarian food was available on this sector but only fish and chicken and pasta were offered.

The ailine departed and arrived late foe every leg of the trip, causing myself and my travel companions to miss every connecting flight. It was very unorganized given theat there was a lot of miscommunication. The flights offered are unrealistic and when you call they assure you that the plane waits for you. I missed an. entire day of my vacation and any entire day of rest back home because of the airline. I do not plan to support the airline again. Thank you

I liked nothing of Ethiopian airlines except the price of the fare.

Food was really not appealing. There was a blocked sink in the toilet. Toilet is cramped and the wall between the 2 toilets are not secured properly.

I felt all of the food tasted the same. And we had five meals over the 16 hrs in the air.

Plane was late with no information or announcement … had to walk up n downstairs.., had not communicated this … and ppl had suitcase to carry .

The food needs to improve especially the fish as there where only 3 fish cubes in my plate.

Flight was delayed resulting in a series of unfortunate events. I ran the airport as people were yelling my flight anyone who can’t run wouldn’t have made it! Then the luggage is missing. Good company, execution needs fine tuning.

Boarding was delayed and people were just sitting there like lost.

Good was great, but no vegetarian option: only beef or chicken. In business class please add a vegetarian option. Thanks

Love the dreamliner plane. It's such a smooth ride, I don't notice that it's 15 hours in the air. The staff are great and they don't overstuff you with food.

I really like this airline. The staff are lovely and friendly, the planes are tidy and unfussy. I would rate them at the top of the African Airline carriers.

Delayed by 4 hours with inadequate advance notifications which caused us a lot of consternation and angst. I will never fly or recommend your airline again

Flight was changed 3 times, from a night flight to a day flight, and then delayed by 5h…

Kenya Airways delayed my flights for 7 days. Each delayed, they notified me last minute. This is ridiculous.

The kindness and good humor of all the people who this flight possible was a joy.

Awful, we had a delay of 3 hrs, impacting in my transfer flight to Cape town, and Kenya airways didnt do anything. They sent me twice to transfer services in Nairobi, not been available to sleep (from 1 am to 5 am); without any update.

It's the only direct flight between Accra and Nairobi, and you pay for it! Food is better on Asky. No entertainment on flight from Accra to Nairobi, but there other way did have screens. Generally timely boarding and departure.

They fed me at the right time the flight was smooth and the captain explain everything

Flying portion was fine. Below average comfort. We had 2 canceled flights and got stuck in 2 cities which took us 3 days to get home. Kenya hasn’t done anything or even reached out to us after complaining.

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