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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Kigali to Cape Town? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.
Cape Town.$511 per passenger.Departing Sun, Feb 1, returning Sat, Feb 28.Round-trip flight with Kenya Airways and South African Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departing from Kigali on Sun, Feb 1, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departing from Cape Town on Sat, Feb 28, arriving in Kigali.Price includes taxes and charges.From $511, select.
Cape Town.$530 per passenger.Departing Fri, Mar 13, returning Sat, Mar 21.Round-trip flight with Ethiopian Airlines and FlySafair.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Kigali on Fri, Mar 13, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with FlySafair, departing from Cape Town on Sat, Mar 21, arriving in Kigali.Price includes taxes and charges.From $530, select.
Cape Town.$557 per passenger.Departing Wed, Jan 21, returning Sun, Jan 25.Round-trip flight with Ethiopian Airlines and FlySafair.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Kigali on Wed, Jan 21, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with FlySafair, departing from Cape Town on Sun, Jan 25, arriving in Kigali.Price includes taxes and charges.From $557, select.
Cape Town.$557 per passenger.Departing Tue, Apr 14, returning Mon, Apr 20.Round-trip flight with Kenya Airways and FlySafair.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departing from Kigali on Tue, Apr 14, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with FlySafair, departing from Cape Town on Mon, Apr 20, arriving in Kigali.Price includes taxes and charges.From $557, select.
Cape Town.$608 per passenger.Departing Wed, May 6, returning Tue, May 19.Round-trip flight with Kenya Airways and Airlink.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departing from Kigali on Wed, May 6, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Airlink, departing from Cape Town on Tue, May 19, arriving in Kigali.Price includes taxes and charges.From $608, select.
Cape Town.$625 per passenger.Departing Sat, Apr 25, returning Sun, May 10.Round-trip flight with Kenya Airways and Airlink.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departing from Kigali on Sat, Apr 25, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Airlink, departing from Cape Town on Sun, May 10, arriving in Kigali.Price includes taxes and charges.From $625, select.
Cape Town.$696 per passenger.Departing Fri, Jul 10, returning Mon, Jul 13.Round-trip flight with Kenya Airways and Airlink.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departing from Kigali on Fri, Jul 10, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Airlink, departing from Cape Town on Mon, Jul 13, arriving in Kigali.Price includes taxes and charges.From $696, select.
Cape Town.$700 per passenger.Departing Sat, Jan 31, returning Sat, Feb 7.Round-trip flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Kigali on Sat, Jan 31, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Cape Town on Sat, Feb 7, arriving in Kigali.Price includes taxes and charges.From $700, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Kigali to Cape Town

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Kigali to Cape Town flights are currently cheapest in February.
Jan
from $557
Feb
from $511
Mar
from $530
Apr
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May
from $608
Jun
from $702
Jul
from $696
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Dec
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Kigali to Cape Town: Alternative routes

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Kigali to Cape Town: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$511
Cheapest month to flyFebruary

Finding cheap flights from Kigali to Cape Town: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Kigali to Cape Town is $511. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Kigali to Cape Town. But we found flights with one or more stops from $511.
There are no flights flying from Kigali to Cape Town, as of January 2026.
The cheapest month to fly from Kigali to Cape Town is usually February.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Kigali Airport to Cape Town Airport on Sunday, February 1, 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Kigali Airport and Cape Town Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 Cape Town 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.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cape Town is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Kenya Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cape Town.

Traveling from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know

  • Cape Town's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Kigali.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to board your KGL to CPT flight.

  • During popular months such as January, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Kigali International Airport to Cape Town International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between KGL and CPT:

    • O.R. Tambo International Airport

    • RG Mugabe International Airport

    • Addis Ababa Bole International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

  • $322 is currently the best price for a one-way Kigali International Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. Return flights start from $511. These fares can change based on availability.

  • To find cheap tickets from KGL to CPT, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.

  • Getting cheap flights from Kigali International Airport to Cape Town International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across every month and snap up a great deal.

  • Picking up cheap flights from KGL to CPT is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a lower fare pops up.

  • Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Kigali International Airport to Cape Town International Airport.

Handy information about Kigali International Airport (KGL)

  • 71.6% of flights taking off from Kigali International Airport land at their destination on schedule.

  • Central Kigali to Kigali International Airport is around 11 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • The trip on public transport typically takes 1 hour 55 minutes.

  • Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near KGL. Whether you have an early flight from Kigali International Airport to Cape Town International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:

Arriving at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town

  • Cape Town International Airport to the center of Cape Town has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometers away.

When to fly to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Kigali International Airport to Cape Town International Airport is April, while June is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Cape Town based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.

  • Book your flight from Kigali International Airport to Cape Town International Airport for February if you'd like to visit Cape Town during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).

  • July has average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Search for cheap tickets from KGL to CPT sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of South Africa

  • Cape Town is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of South Africa you'll want to see. Around 56 kilometers north-east of Cape Town, a trip to Paarl will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Bretagne Rock, Skydive Africa and Paarl Trails.

  • Worcester is another sought-after destination in South Africa and is around 97 kilometers east of Cape Town. No journey is complete without seeing Green Valley, Queen's Plain and Worcester Town Hall.

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