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Johannesburg.$325 per passenger.Departing Wed, Feb 18, returning Thu, Feb 19.Round-trip flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Kigali on Wed, Feb 18, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu, Feb 19, arriving in Kigali.Price includes taxes and charges.From $325, select.
Johannesburg.$325 per passenger.Departing Fri, Feb 20, returning Wed, Mar 4.Round-trip flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Kigali on Fri, Feb 20, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, Mar 4, arriving in Kigali.Price includes taxes and charges.From $325, select.
Johannesburg.$328 per passenger.Departing Fri, Jan 23, returning Sun, Feb 8.Round-trip flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departing from Kigali on Fri, Jan 23, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sun, Feb 8, arriving in Kigali.Price includes taxes and charges.From $328, select.
Johannesburg.$328 per passenger.Departing Sun, Mar 15, returning Sun, Mar 22.Round-trip flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departing from Kigali on Sun, Mar 15, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sun, Mar 22, arriving in Kigali.Price includes taxes and charges.From $328, select.
Johannesburg.$328 per passenger.Departing Fri, Apr 3, returning Fri, Apr 10.Round-trip flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departing from Kigali on Fri, Apr 3, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Fri, Apr 10, arriving in Kigali.Price includes taxes and charges.From $328, select.
Johannesburg.$329 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jan 19, returning Fri, Jan 23.Round-trip flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departing from Kigali on Mon, Jan 19, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Fri, Jan 23, arriving in Kigali.Price includes taxes and charges.From $329, select.
Johannesburg.$344 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jun 1, returning Fri, Jun 26.Round-trip flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Kigali on Mon, Jun 1, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Fri, Jun 26, arriving in Kigali.Price includes taxes and charges.From $344, select.
Johannesburg.$345 per passenger.Departing Thu, May 14, returning Tue, May 19.Round-trip flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Kigali on Thu, May 14, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, May 19, arriving in Kigali.Price includes taxes and charges.From $345, select.

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Kigali to Johannesburg: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$325
Cheapest month to flyFebruary
Average flight time3 hrs, 50 mins
Most popular airlineQatar Airways
Average flights per week43

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

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Kigali to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo is $325. 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.
3 hours and 50 minutes is the average flight time from Kigali to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.
Qatar Airways and RwandAir fly direct from Kigali to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.
There are 43 flights per week flying from Kigali to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo, as of January 2026.
The cheapest month to fly from Kigali to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo is usually February.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Kigali Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport on Wednesday, February 18, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 50 minutes.
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 Johannesburg O.R. Tambo 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 Johannesburg is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Ethiopian Airlines and RwandAir offer the cheapest flight tickets to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.

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

  • Hop on a direct flight from Kigali International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport and you'll be traveling for an average of 3 hours 55 minutes.

  • Kigali and Johannesburg share the same timezone, UTC+2.

  • Choose from 44 weekly Kigali International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flights. The 09:50 departure with RwandAir is the earliest flight available. RwandAir operates the latest service of the day at 22:30.

  • Your KGL to JNB flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.

  • During popular months such as January, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.

  • RwandAir is your ticket to exploring Johannesburg (and maybe even some other great corners of South Africa!). Browse the direct flights from Kigali International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport offered by this popular airline.

  • Most passengers choose to travel with RwandAir on this route.

  • If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kigali International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between KGL and JNB:

    • RG Mugabe International Airport

    • Kenneth Kaunda International Airport

    • Jomo Kenyatta International Airport

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

  • Right now, $217 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Kigali International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $325. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Book six months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from KGL to JNB.

  • May is the cheapest month for flights from Kigali International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.

  • Getting your hands on cheap flights from KGL to JNB is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Kigali International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport.

Handy information about Kigali International Airport (KGL)

  • Of all flights leaving Kigali International Airport, 71.6% arrive on time at their destination.

  • Kigali International Airport is around 11 kilometers from central Kigali. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • The journey on public transport will take about 1 hour 55 minutes.

  • Taking an early flight from Kigali International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near KGL:

Arriving at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

  • If you're getting in on a late Kigali International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near JNB:

  • Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion and explore beyond Johannesburg's usual tourist stops.

  • Booking your ride from O.R. Tambo International Airport around three weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.

Getting from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg

  • O.R. Tambo International Airport is roughly 29 kilometers from central Johannesburg. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.

  • Getting to the center on public transport takes around 1 hour 10 minutes.

When to fly to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Kigali International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Johannesburg based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.

  • Book your flight from Kigali International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport for January if you want to go to Johannesburg during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).

  • July sees average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Look for cheap tickets from KGL to JNB sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of South Africa

  • Johannesburg has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of South Africa just waiting to be explored. About 18 kilometers west of Johannesburg, a visit to Soweto will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Mjebha Park, Tutu House - Soweto tours and Go Green Go Clean.

  • Around 56 kilometers north of Johannesburg, Pretoria is another essential stop in South Africa. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at 32 Battalion Tree of Honour, Wonderpark and Viscount Memorial Wall.

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