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Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights 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.

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Recommended return deals departing in the coming months from the most popular airlines that fly to Kigali.
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8:20 - 16:45JNB-KGL
8h 25m1 stop
10:55 - 20:00KGL-JNB
9h 05m1 stop
R5 608Ethiopian Air
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Thu, Feb 13 - Thu, Feb 27
8:20 - 16:45JNB-KGL
8h 25m1 stop
10:55 - 20:00KGL-JNB
9h 05m1 stop
R5 682Ethiopian Air
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Thu, Feb 13 - Thu, Feb 27
8:20 - 16:45JNB-KGL
8h 25m1 stop
19:00 - 7:40KGL-JNB
12h 40m1 stop
R10 199
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Thu, Mar 20 - Sun, Mar 23
8:20 - 16:45JNB-KGL
8h 25m1 stop
3:40 - 16:15KGL-JNB
12h 35m1 stop
R10 217
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Thu, Mar 20 - Sat, Mar 22
3:10 - 7:00JNB-KGL
3h 50mdirect
10:30 - 14:20KGL-JNB
3h 50mdirect
R12 161RwandAir
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Wed, Feb 12 - Thu, Feb 27
3:10 - 7:00JNB-KGL
3h 50mdirect
10:30 - 14:20KGL-JNB
3h 50mdirect
R12 198RwandAir
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Wed, Mar 19 - Sun, Mar 23
1:15 - 18:00JNB-KGL
16h 45m1 stop
9:10 - 16:00KGL-JNB
6h 50m1 stop
R13 105Kenya Airways
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Wed, Feb 12 - Thu, Feb 27
1:15 - 0:35JNB-KGL
23h 20m1 stop
19:00 - 7:35KGL-JNB
12h 35m1 stop
R13 160Kenya Airways
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Wed, Feb 19 - Thu, Feb 27
20:00 - 21:25JNB-KGL
49h 25m3 stops
23:20 - 15:35KGL-JNB
16h 15m1 stop
R14 530Qatar Airways
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Wed, Mar 5 - Wed, Mar 19
8:50 - 13:45JNB-KGL
28h 55m1 stop
8:45 - 9:50KGL-JNB
25h 05m2 stops
R15 141Qatar Airways
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Flights to Kigali - Travel Insights & Trends

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

What is the cheapest day to fly to Kigali?

The average price of all round-trip flights to Kigali clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to Kigali is Thursday where round-trip tickets can be as cheap as R7 902. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Monday, where round-trip prices are R9 186 on average.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Kigali?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights 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 to Kigali is March, where tickets cost R7 126 on average for return flights. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and September, where the average cost of tickets from South Africa is R9 162 and R7 941 respectively. For one-way flights, the best month to travel is November with an average price of R10 273.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Kigali?

The average price for all round-trip flights to Kigali depending on the time of departure, clicked by users on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
The cheapest time of day to fly to Kigali is generally in the afternoon, when round-trip flights cost R6 398 on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Kigali is generally in the evening, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is R9 727.

What is a good deal for flights to Kigali?

If you’re looking for cheap airfare to Kigali, 25% of our users found tickets to Kigali for the following prices or less: From Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport R7 567 return.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Kigali?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights 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, you should book around 3 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 17 weeks before departure.

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Low season

April

High season

September

Cheapest flight

R5 312
Best time to beat the crowds (4% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (4% more expensive on average)
Flight from Johannesburg to Kigali

When to book flights to Kigali

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel 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 - booking Kigali flights

  • How far is Kigali Intl Airport from central Kigali?

    Kigali Intl Airport is 5 km from the centre of Kigali.

  • What is the name of Kigali’s airport?

    There is only 1 airport in Kigali, called Kigali Intl Airport (KGL). It can also be referred to as Gregoire Kayibanda, Kanombe, or Kigali Intl.

  • How much is a flight to Kigali?

    On average, a flight to Kigali costs R7 278. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost R2 976 and departed from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights 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 to Kigali.

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

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

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

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

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight 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 up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • How many direct flights to Kigali are there each week?

    Each week there are around 13 direct flights from within South Africa to Kigali. The most common day for departures is Monday, with 15% of flights taking off on this day.

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Top tips for finding cheap flights to Kigali

  • Looking for cheap airfare to Kigali? 25% of our users found return tickets to Kigali for the following prices or less: From Johannesburg OR Tambo R15 469
  • Book at least 1 week before departure in order to get a below-average price.
  • High season is considered to be January, November and December. The cheapest month to fly from South Africa is March.
  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Kigali flight deals.
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Prefer to fly direct to Kigali Intl?

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

Direct departures

South Africa to Kigali Intl

Monday

Air Canada, Air France, Air India, +17 more

Air Canada, Air France, +18 more

Tuesday

Air Canada, Air France, British Airways, +15 more

Air Canada, Air France, +16 more

Wednesday

Air Canada, Air France, Air India, +17 more

Air Canada, Air France, +18 more

Thursday

Air Canada, Air France, British Airways, +16 more

Air Canada, Air France, +17 more

Friday

Air Canada, Air France, British Airways, +15 more

Air Canada, Air France, +16 more

Saturday

Air Canada, Air France, British Airways, +16 more

Air Canada, Air France, +17 more

Sunday

Air Canada, Air France, Austrian Airlines, +16 more

Air Canada, Air France, +17 more

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Direct returns

Kigali Intl to South Africa

Monday

Air Canada, Air France, Air India, +17 more

Air Canada, Air France, +18 more

Tuesday

Air Canada, Air France, British Airways, +15 more

Air Canada, Air France, +16 more

Wednesday

Air Canada, Air France, Air India, +17 more

Air Canada, Air France, +18 more

Thursday

Air Canada, Air France, British Airways, +16 more

Air Canada, Air France, +17 more

Friday

Air Canada, Air France, British Airways, +15 more

Air Canada, Air France, +16 more

Saturday

Air Canada, Air France, British Airways, +16 more

Air Canada, Air France, +17 more

Sunday

Air Canada, Air France, Austrian Airlines, +16 more

Air Canada, Air France, +17 more

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Top 4 airlines flying to Kigali

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying to Kigali. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline from South Africa to Kigali. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with 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.
7,5
Qatar AirwaysOverall score based on 3715 reviews
8,0Crew
7,4Food
7,5Comfort
7,6Boarding
7,5Entertainment
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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.

10,0 ExcellentKorvi, Jan 2025DOH - IAD
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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.

I recently travelled in Business Class with Qatar Airways, and overall, it was a pleasant experience. The cabin crew stood out for their kindness and professionalism, making the journey truly comfortable. The food exceeded expectations and was exceptional in both quality and presentation. The boarding staff was courteous, though I would like to mention that the staff member responsible for checking tickets during boarding could benefit from additional training to be more welcoming. A warm and hospitable approach would enhance the passenger experience significantly. However, one aspect of the journey was particularly frustrating. The in-flight entertainment system was disappointing, as the headphones provided did not work at all due to a loose connection. This significantly impacted the experience, especially since the flight also lacked Wi-Fi service. Addressing these issues would greatly enhance the overall travel experience. Lastly, I would suggest implementing a section-wise boarding process to streamline the boarding experience and minimise potential challenges. I appreciate the efforts Qatar Airways puts into delivering high-quality service and hope to see these improvements implemented in the future.

Our male flight attendant was top notch - wish I could remember his name. Boarding is never fun when I have to ride the shuttle to the middle of the tarmac and pull my carry on bags up the stairs to my seat. My knees are banged up and my shoulders give me pain, so the flight started off poorly. The seat leg rests don’t recline completely so that makes is difficult if not dangerous to get in and out of the middle seats. The entertainment system touch screens prevented one from seeing the options. They are old and the software needs to be updated. I was on six planes in the last two weeks and able to see the flight progress without any stress. Couldn’t watch anything else. I do like Qatar Airways, just not a fan of a few things.

Delayed my flights and no communication. We end up spending 6 hrs in Doha. No food or any concern from the airline. Terrible

My carry on bag was taken by Alaska Air as we boarded in LAX! She said there was not room. There was plenty of room. I told her that my meds and personal items were in it. She did not care. She said it would be sent to my final destination, Nairobi. Well it got to Nairobi the day I was to fly home. The handle of my bag was crushed so could not retract. So I had to remove it. I had to buy converters, malaria medication. personal items. I filled out the missing form at the Nairobi airport. I asked that it be shipped to the Kisumu airport. When it was obviously not going to make it for my time in Kenya. I asked that it be sent to John Wayne Airport. NONE of that happened. I only knew it was at Nairobi because my air tag indicated it was finally in Nairobi the day I was leaving Kenya! Now I need to purchase a new carry on bag!!!

Being a platinum member, no attention given. No towel or tissue provided.

As gold member there is no priority checkin. Meaning you either have to board with your zone or last with business class pax. As economy pax all the baggage bays are filled by the time you arrive

Staff was very friendly. There is no on board entertainment, but it’s such a short flight that it doesn’t matter. We also got a meal which was nice and unexpected due to the length of the flight.

No towels or tissue and chocolate and mint provided before arrival

To many ads. 3 or 4 between each movie. All repetitive, all related to Doha which I was just passing thru.

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.

The plane was overbooked and the crew was very rude. My luggage was never put on the plane. I got to NY and waited 2 hours just to find out that my luggage was left.

My experience was great. The flight attendants were very helpful and nice, and the food was very good.

Very bad experience flight was over 5 hours delayed 😑 not a chance to be put on another flight we had to stay at the hotel we lost 2 days on our vacation. Never again I will fligh with Ethiopian airlines.

The flight delayef for over 2 hours so my route was changed leading to arriving to my destination without my luggage

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.

The use of a domestic carrier without entertainment was disappointing and a let down

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

Like: It arrived, Dislike: Boarding was a separate corridor with no counter announcements at the passenger waiting area. Very dirty airplane and toilets, food options were terrible - everything even the vegetarian option was a curry spice. Many other passengers using the toilets would not lock the door and kept door partially open during use - flight attendants would not enforce or direct them to lock it and light turns on, no entertainment options at all, other passengers would be singing and not peaceful. Atrocious flight experience.

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.

We were delayed about 5 hours each way from JFK to Nairobi. On the way out, we sat on the tarmac for 5 hours making for almost 20 hours on the plane. And the seats are so uncomfortable. My bottom has never been so sore on a long flight before. Bring a pad if you can. On the return, we were delayed 5 hours in the airport. It was reported as a 3 hour delay on the board and website but at the gate it was 5 hours. So, we waited with 3 kids in the airport when we could have been at the hotel resting instead. The flight was completely full probably due to the cancelled flight the night before. I wonder if the airline is in such shambles because of their possible impending bankruptcy. The staff were pleasant and the vegan meals we requested were impressive for an airplane tv dinner style tray.

Service was good, but I lost my baggage. There should be more accountability to passengers, and more concern to help find lost baggage.

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Recent return flight deals

 
These are the cheapest return flights to Kigali found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
13/2Thu
1 stopEthiopian Air
8h 25mJNB-KGL
27/2Thu
1 stopEthiopian Air
9h 05mKGL-JNB
R5 608
13/2Thu
1 stopEthiopian Air
8h 25mJNB-KGL
27/2Thu
1 stopEthiopian Air
9h 05mKGL-JNB
R5 682
20/3Thu
1 stop
8h 25mJNB-KGL
23/3Sun
1 stop
12h 40mKGL-JNB
R10 199
20/3Thu
1 stop
8h 25mJNB-KGL
22/3Sat
1 stop
12h 35mKGL-JNB
R10 217
12/2Wed
directRwandAir
3h 50mJNB-KGL
27/2Thu
directRwandAir
3h 50mKGL-JNB
R12 161
19/3Wed
directRwandAir
3h 50mJNB-KGL
23/3Sun
directRwandAir
3h 50mKGL-JNB
R12 198
12/2Wed
1 stopKenya Airways
16h 45mJNB-KGL
27/2Thu
1 stopKenya Airways
6h 50mKGL-JNB
R13 105
19/2Wed
1 stopKenya Airways
23h 20mJNB-KGL
27/2Thu
1 stopKenya Airways
12h 35mKGL-JNB
R13 160
5/3Wed
3 stopsQatar Airways
49h 25mJNB-KGL
19/3Wed
1 stopQatar Airways
16h 15mKGL-JNB
R14 530
30/4Wed
1 stopQatar Airways
28h 55mJNB-KGL
7/5Wed
2 stopsQatar Airways
25h 05mKGL-JNB
R15 141

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Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best deals for one-way flights to Kigali found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
19/2Wed
directRwandAir
3h 50mJNB-KGL
R5 312
18/2Tue
directRwandAir
3h 50mJNB-KGL
R5 349
19/2Wed
1 stopEthiopian Air
8h 25mJNB-KGL
R5 571
16/2Sun
1 stopEthiopian Air
8h 25mJNB-KGL
R5 720
28/2Fri
1 stop
7h 10mCPT-KGL
R6 460
28/2Fri
2 stopsKenya Airways
27h 30mCPT-KGL
R7 996
16/2Sun
2 stops
19h 00mJNB-KGL
R8 292
31/5Sat
1 stopKenya Airways
6h 55mJNB-KGL
R8 755
20/2Thu
3 stopsQatar Airways
44h 05mJNB-KGL
R12 901
19/2Wed
3 stopsQatar Airways
49h 25mJNB-KGL
R12 920

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Last minute flights to Kigali

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights to Kigali that are departing in the next 10 days.
1/2Sat
multi-stopEthiopian Air
8h 25mJNB-KGL
8/2Sat
multi-stopEthiopian Air
9h 05mKGL-JNB
R5 757
1/2Sat
multi-stopEthiopian Air
8h 25mJNB-KGL
8/2Sat
multi-stopEthiopian Air
9h 05mKGL-JNB
R6 053
1/2Sat
multi-stopEthiopian Air
10h 20mJNB-KGL
7/2Fri
multi-stopEthiopian Air
11h 20mKGL-JNB
R7 682
1/2Sat
multi-stopEthiopian Air
8h 25mJNB-KGL
7/2Fri
multi-stopEthiopian Air
11h 20mKGL-JNB
R7 700
1/2Sat
multi-stop
12h 40mCPT-KGL
11/2Tue
multi-stop
21h 35mKGL-CPT
R12 290
1/2Sat
multi-stop
12h 40mCPT-KGL
10/2Mon
multi-stop
14h 35mKGL-CPT
R12 957
31/1Fri
directRwandAir
3h 50mJNB-KGL
8/2Sat
directRwandAir
3h 50mKGL-JNB
R13 031
31/1Fri
directRwandAir
3h 50mJNB-KGL
8/2Sat
directRwandAir
3h 50mKGL-JNB
R13 086
3/2Mon
multi-stopKenya Airways
18h 35mCPT-KGL
12/2Wed
multi-stopKenya Airways
9h 55mKGL-CPT
R14 845
4/2Tue
multi-stopKenya Airways
23h 05mCPT-KGL
12/2Wed
multi-stopKenya Airways
18h 35mKGL-CPT
R14 919

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