On this page, you can find and buy flight tickets for the Kigali — Johannesburg route. The distance between the cities is 2,693 km, with a flight frequency of up to 10 flights per week.
Flights are operated by WB and QR airlines. Keep in mind that prices are dynamic and depend on the booking date, so use the price chart to find the best deals. To help plan your trip, information is also available on how to get to Kigali airport and how to get from Johannesburg airport to the city.
The table shows direct flights Kigali → Johannesburg on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 3 h 50 min. Regular flights are operated by RwandAir and Qatar Airways. Departures from Kigali International Airport airports, arrivals at O.R. Tambo International Airport and Lanseria International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Kigali — Johannesburg by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 960 in F, and the most expensive are around AED 1,130 in a. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Kigali → Johannesburg, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 1,304 | high | May | AED 928 | low | Sep | AED 953 | low |
| Feb | AED 953 | low | Jun | AED 1,053 | medium | Oct | AED 1,078 | medium |
| Mar | AED 1,053 | medium | Jul | AED 1,254 | high | Nov | AED 978 | low |
| Apr | AED 1,153 | medium | Aug | AED 1,103 | medium | Dec | AED 1,354 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Johannesburg is characterized by warm summers and dry winters. The highest air temperatures are observed in January and December, reaching an average of 26.3°C, while the coolest and driest month is July, with minimum values around 3.6°C.
The lowest flight cost is recorded for September, starting AED 960. The peak period with the highest prices is February, when ticket costs start AED 1,130.
The best time for a trip is September or October: the weather is pleasant during these months, and prices remain affordable. It is recommended to avoid December if you want to minimize the risk of heavy rainfall.
Regular air service between the cities is provided by RwandAir and Qatar Airways. The route includes both direct flights and connecting options, with a total frequency of about 10 flights per week. Detailed information about daily schedules and aircraft types can be found in the interactive list below.
Flights Kigali — Johannesburg depart from Kigali International Airport and arrive at O.R. Tambo International Airport and Lanseria International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
With a distance of 2,693 km, the approximate direct flight time is about 3 hours and 15 minutes. Connecting flights can take from 6 to 12 hours depending on the layover duration.
Regular flights are operated by RwandAir (WB) and Qatar Airways (QR). An up-to-date list of carriers is always available on this page.
All flights from Kigali arrive at Johannesburg's main international airport — O. R. Tambo (JNB).
Flight prices change constantly. The best fare at the moment starts from 19,145 ₽. We recommend tracking the current minimum in the low-price calendar.
Yes, direct flights are available on this route. To find non-stop options, use the filters at the top of the page when selecting your dates.
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