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JNBKGLThu, 08 Oct
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Lowest fareR4,946Kenya Airways
Fastest6h 45mgate to gate
Options found45flights on this route
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Qatar Airways
QR-1366
14:05
2026-10-08
Johannesburg (JNB)Johannesburg International
27H :45 M
2 Stops
DOH
· 9h 00m Doha (DOH), Qatar
DAR
· 3h 10m Dar Es Salaam (DAR), Tanzania
17:50
2026-10-09
Kigali (KGL)Gregoire Kayibanda
Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 2 Pieces
Type
Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
2 Pieces 1 Pieces
R15,890
Flight DetailsJNB to KGL - 27H :45 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 2 Pieces - Cabin 1 Pieces
Fare RulesRefundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Type
Refundable
Fare Type
PublishNDC
2 Pieces 7 KG
R15,890
Flight DetailsJNB to KGL - 27H :45 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 2 Pieces - Cabin 7 KG
Fare RulesRefundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Qatar Airways
QR-1366
14:05
2026-10-08
Johannesburg (JNB)Johannesburg International
31H :00 M
2 Stops
DOH
· 2h 25m Doha (DOH), Qatar
LOS
· 7h 20m Lagos (LOS), Nigeria
21:05
2026-10-09
Kigali (KGL)Gregoire Kayibanda
Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 2 Pieces
Type
Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
2 Pieces 1 Pieces
R15,890
Flight DetailsJNB to KGL - 31H :00 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 2 Pieces - Cabin 1 Pieces
Fare RulesRefundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Type
Refundable
Fare Type
PublishNDC
2 Pieces 7 KG
R15,890
Flight DetailsJNB to KGL - 31H :00 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 2 Pieces - Cabin 7 KG
Fare RulesRefundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Qatar Airways
QR-1364
20:55
2026-10-08
Johannesburg (JNB)Johannesburg International
20H :55 M
2 Stops
DOH
· 2h 10m Doha (DOH), Qatar
DAR
· 3h 10m Dar Es Salaam (DAR), Tanzania
17:50
2026-10-09
Kigali (KGL)Gregoire Kayibanda
Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 2 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
Type
Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
2 Pieces 1 Pieces
R15,890
Flight DetailsJNB to KGL - 20H :55 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 2 Pieces - Cabin 1 Pieces
Fare RulesRefundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Type
Refundable
Fare Type
PublishNDC
2 Pieces 1 Pieces
R15,890
Flight DetailsJNB to KGL - 20H :55 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 2 Pieces - Cabin 1 Pieces
Fare RulesRefundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Qatar Airways
QR-1364
20:55
2026-10-08
Johannesburg (JNB)Johannesburg International
24H :10 M
2 Stops
DOH
· 1h 15m Doha (DOH), Qatar
LOS
· 1h 30m Lagos (LOS), Nigeria
21:05
2026-10-09
Kigali (KGL)Gregoire Kayibanda
Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 2 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
Type
Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
2 Pieces 1 Pieces
R15,890
Flight DetailsJNB to KGL - 24H :10 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 2 Pieces - Cabin 1 Pieces
Fare RulesRefundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Type
Refundable
Fare Type
PublishNDC
2 Pieces 1 Pieces
R15,890
Flight DetailsJNB to KGL - 24H :10 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 2 Pieces - Cabin 1 Pieces
Fare RulesRefundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
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Today's Airfare Highlights
Selected flight highlights for 08 Oct 2026.
Lowest fareR4,946Kenya Airways01:15
Earliest departureR4,946Kenya Airways01:15
Shortest durationR4,946Kenya Airways01:15
Night
00:00-05:59
R4,946Kenya Airways at 01:15Morning
06:00-11:59
R5,740Ethiopian Airlines S C at 08:20Afternoon
12:00-17:59
R4,946Kenya Airways at 12:10Evening
18:00-23:59
R12,795Emirates Airlines at 19:10
Departure & Arrival Airport Details
Johannesburg (JNB)
Johannesburg International
South Africa
GMT 2
Latitude: -26.1392
Longitude: 28.246
Kigali (KGL)
Gregoire Kayibanda
Rwanda
GMT 2
Latitude: -1.96863
Longitude: 30.1395
Distance: Johannesburg (JNB), South Africa to Kigali (KGL), Rwanda - 2,695.26 km
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OptionFromJourney timeAvailability
Connecting flight₹29,173Longer — includes a stop45 options
Air distance is about 2,695 km. 9 airlines operate this route.
Road distance and coach duration are approximate estimates from the air distance, not a timetable.
Airlines flying from Johannesburg to Kigali
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QA
Qatar Airways Flights
from R9,41614 flights
Fares from
R9,416
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
14 — compare timings in the list above
KE
Kenya Airways Flights
from R4,9469 flights
Fares from
R4,946
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
9 — compare timings in the list above
ET
Ethiopian Airlines S C Flights
from R5,7409 flights
Fares from
R5,740
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
9 — compare timings in the list above
EM
Emirates Airlines Flights
from R12,7958 flights
Fares from
R12,795
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
8 — compare timings in the list above
Route Overview & Flight Facts
Fastest flight duration
6h 45m · Kenya Airways
First departure of the day
01:15 · Kenya Airways
Last departure of the day
22:20 · Emirates Airlines
Options in this snapshot
45
Airport codes
Johannesburg–JNB, Kigali–KGL
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Flight Schedule, Timings & Airfare Insights
Daily Flight Schedule & Travel Duration
Around 45 flights appear in the dated route snapshot. Departures run through the day — the first flight leaves around 01:15 and the last around 22:20. The fastest flight takes about 6h 45m.
Morning vs Evening Departure Fares
Lowest fare by departure window: Night from R4,946, Afternoon from R4,946, Morning from R5,740, Evening from R12,795. These observations do not predict the cheapest departure window on other dates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it worth booking Johannesburg to Kigali flights in advance?
There is no guaranteed cheapest booking window. Compare your planned dates early, check nearby dates and consider baggage, connection time and change conditions as well as price. Across the dates currently loaded for Johannesburg to Kigali, Thursday shows the lowest fare at R4,946. That is an observed snapshot for these dates, not a rule that holds every week.
How far is Johannesburg from Kigali by air?
The direct air distance between Johannesburg (JNB) and Kigali (KGL) is about 2,695 km. Actual flight time varies with the routing the airline files and with winds on the day.
Are there non-stop flights from JNB to KGL?
Not for the dates currently loaded - every Johannesburg to Kigali option showing right now has at least one stop. Non-stop service can differ by season and by day, so it is worth checking nearby dates before you decide.
Which airlines fly Johannesburg to Kigali?
Qatar Airways, Kenya Airways, Ethiopian Airlines S C and Emirates Airlines are showing on this route for the dates currently loaded. Fares, baggage allowance and refund rules differ by airline and by fare type, so compare the fare conditions and not only the headline price.
How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Kigali?
Every option currently loaded has at least one stop, and the shortest total journey time is about 6h 45m including the layover. Non-stop service on this route can vary by season and by day.
What is the baggage allowance on Johannesburg to Kigali flights?
Allowance is set by the airline and the fare you pick, not by the route. Fares showing right now include 2 Pieces and 1 Pieces. Cabin baggage is counted separately, and the exact allowance for the fare you choose is shown in the fare conditions before payment.
What is the cheapest Johannesburg to Kigali flight fare?
The lowest fare showing on Johannesburg to Kigali for the dates currently loaded is R4,946. Fares on the same dates run up to R82,425, depending on airline, timing and fare type. Airline pricing moves continuously, so treat this as a dated observation rather than a fixed price.
What time do Johannesburg to Kigali flights depart?
For the dates currently loaded the first departure is around 01:15 and the last is around 22:20, local time at Johannesburg. Use the departure-time filter on the results above to narrow to a morning, afternoon or evening slot.
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Approx route distance: 2,695.26 km.
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Lowest Johannesburg to Kigali airfare today, in 30 days and in 90 days
Cheapest Fare
Fare
Date
Airline
Departure
Lowest Airfare Today
R4,946
08/10/2026
Kenya Airways
01:15
Cheapest Airfare Within 30 Days
R4,847
22/10/2026
Kenya Airways
01:15
Cheapest Airfare Within 90 Days
R4,699
21/12/2026
Kenya Airways
01:15
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Johannesburg to Kigali Flight Distance, Duration and Time
The aerial distance between Johannesburg and Kigali is approximately 2,695 KM. The flight duration ranges from 6H :45 M up to 45H :20 M depending on whether you book a non-stop flight or a connecting schedule with layovers.
Johannesburg to Kigali Flight Schedule and Timing
Around 45 flights operate on this route, providing plenty of choices for your travel window. The earliest morning flight departs from Johannesburg at 01:15, while the last night flight leaves at 22:20. Flights depart from Johannesburg International and land at Gregoire Kayibanda.
Flight Route Details & Analysis
Flight Details
Information
Route
Johannesburg to Kigali
Aerial Distance
2,695 KM
Flight Duration
6H :45 M - 45H :20 M
Airport Codes
Johannesburg - JNB, Kigali - KGL
Total Flights Available
45 flights (0 direct)
First Flight Departure
Departs at 01:15
Last Flight Departure
Departs at 22:20
Early Morning Flights (12 AM - 8 AM)
5 direct/indirect flights
Morning Flights (8 AM - 12 PM)
2 direct/indirect flights
Afternoon Flights (12 PM - 4 PM)
14 direct/indirect flights
Evening Flights (4 PM - 8 PM)
13 direct/indirect flights
Night Flights (8 PM - 12 AM)
11 direct/indirect flights
Airport Information & Terminals
JNB: Johannesburg airport. Airport access in Johannesburg depends on arrival time, terminal, hotel location and local traffic. Confirm the airport name on the ticket, then choose between official taxi, app cab, airport bus, rail or hotel transfer based on luggage and time of day.
KGL: Kigali airport. Airport access in Kigali depends on arrival time, terminal, hotel location and local traffic. Confirm the airport name on the ticket, then choose between official taxi, app cab, airport bus, rail or hotel transfer based on luggage and time of day.
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