Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Kigali
1,675 mi · 45m average nonstop
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Quick answer: Johannesburg to Kigali at a glance
Cheap flights from Johannesburg (JNB) to Kigali (KGL) cover 1,675 miles (2,695 km) in about 45m nonstop, with 2 airlines flying direct — a long-haul international route. Search Kayak for today's cheapest live fare. Route difficulty 5/10.
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Flying from Johannesburg to Kigali covers 1,675 miles (2,695 km) in approximately 0 hour 45 minutes. 2 airlines offer direct flights on this long-haul international route. This is a long-haul international route requiring advance planning for connections and layovers.
Nonstop distance 1,675 miles. Direct carriers include SA and WB.
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Airlines on this route
2 airlines fly Johannesburg → Kigali. All are direct routes.
| Airline | Route type |
|---|---|
| SA | Direct |
| WB | Direct |
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Johannesburg to Kigali — quick answers
How far is Johannesburg from Kigali by plane?
The nonstop flight distance from Johannesburg (JNB) to Kigali (KGL) is 1,675 miles (2,695 km), calculated as a great-circle line from published OpenFlights airport coordinates. Actual flown distance is slightly longer due to airways and winds.
How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Kigali?
The average nonstop flight time from JNB to KGL is 45 minutes. Gate-to-gate time is usually 20–35 minutes longer; connecting itineraries add 1–4 hours depending on the layover.
Which airlines fly from Johannesburg to Kigali?
2 airlines serve this route nonstop: SA, WB. Schedules and amenities differ by carrier — compare live frequencies and fare classes on Kayak before you book.