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Wed, 29 Apr - Wed, 6 May
Ethiopian Airlines
Ethiopian Airlines1 stop
JNB - KGL
Ethiopian Airlines
Ethiopian Airlines1 stop
KGL - JNB
588$
574$
Prime price per passenger
Sun, 17 May
Kenya Airways
Kenya Airways1 stop
JNB - KGL
370$
361$
Prime price per passenger
Thu, 23 Apr
Kenya Airways
Kenya Airways1 stop
JNB - KGL
370$
362$
Prime price per passenger
Wed, 29 Apr
Kenya Airways
Kenya Airways1 stop
JNB - KGL
373$
365$
Prime price per passenger
Sat, 30 May
Kenya Airways
Kenya Airways1 stop
JNB - KGL
375$
367$
Prime price per passenger
The prices shown on this page were available within the last 20 days for the specified periods and should not be considered the final price offered. Please note that availability and prices are subject to change.

Cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Kigali

If you’re planning to fly this route soon, keep in mind that the lowest fares are usually available in the middle of April. Take advantage of this per
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Currency and price comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket
81%Trains in Kigali are 81% cheaper than in Johannesburg.
Johannesburg$2.54
Kigali$0.49
MealMid-priced restaurant
80%A meal in Kigali is 80% cheaper than a meal in Johannesburg.
Johannesburg$16.90
Kigali$3.43
TaxiStandard daytime start rate
232%Taxis are 232% more expensive in Kigali than in Johannesburg.
Johannesburg$1.18
Kigali$3.92
CoffeeRegular cappuccino
2%Coffee is 2% more expensive in Kigali than in Johannesburg.
Johannesburg$3.34
Kigali$3.41
Exchange rate
1 AUD = 1017.03 RWF
1 RWF = 0.01 AUD
Last checked on Thu, 19/03
Distance: 2706 kms
Johannesburg airports
OR Tambo International Airport (JNB)How far from city centre: 1 kms
Kigali airports
Kigali International Airport (KGL)How far from city centre: 9 kms

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When do you want to depart from Johannesburg? Adjust your travel dates and explore a wide range of options to Kigali. With Opodo, you can find the perfect flight from our extensive selection, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable trip. Compare prices, flight durations, and amenities to choose the best option that suits your needs.


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Frequently asked questions about flights from Johannesburg to Kigali

How long does the flight take to go from Johannesburg to Kigali?
The total flight time between Johannesburg and Kigali is of around 5 h and 35 m on average, considering an average distance of 2,706.33 km, for both direct and indirect flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
On average, how much is the price of a flight from Johannesburg to Kigali?
When you fly from Johannesburg to Kigali the average price is $704.44. However, this price depends on many other factors such as seasonality or how far in advance the route has been booked.
How can I find cheap flights from Johannesburg to Kigali at Opodo?
The cheapest price for a flight from Johannesburg to Kigali is $361. At Opodo we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.
Is Kigali expensive to visit compared to Johannesburg?
If you compare transportation prices, the taxi ride in Kigali costs an average of 3.92 AUD, 232% more expensive than Johannesburg, with a fare of 1.18 AUD,
while train tickets costs 81% less in Kigali: 0.49 AUD against 2.54 AUD in Johannesburg.
If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 3.43 AUD in Kigali, 80% less than the 16.90 AUD in Johannesburg.
The price of the coffee is around 2% more expensive in Kigali, with an average of 3.41 AUD , while in Johannesburg the coffee costs 3.34 AUD.
Is it possible to purchase a flexible ticket for my flight from Johannesburg to Kigali?
At Opodo we want to make sure that your travel plans are not affected by any cancelation as well as any possible restrictions Rwanda may apply when travelling from Johannesburg. Is your flight cancelled? We've got your back! With our flexible ticket guarantee you can decide if you want to book another flight - free of rebooking fee - or get a full refund!

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