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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Cape Town Airport to Kigali Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $898. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Kigali.$898 per passenger.Departing Wed, 22 Jul, returning Tue, 28 Jul.Return flight with Airlink and Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Airlink, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 22 Jul, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Kigali on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $898, select.

Kigali.$1,028 per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Nov, returning Thu, 19 Nov.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Sat, 7 Nov, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Kigali on Thu, 19 Nov, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,028, select.

Kigali.$1,107 per passenger.Departing Fri, 28 Aug, returning Mon, 31 Aug.Return flight with FlySafair and Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with FlySafair, departs from Cape Town on Fri, 28 Aug, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Kigali on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,107, select.

Kigali.$1,115 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Jun, returning Fri, 10 Jul.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Fri, 26 Jun, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Kigali on Fri, 10 Jul, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,115, select.

Kigali.$1,141 per passenger.Departing Sat, 26 Sep, returning Sat, 10 Oct.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Sat, 26 Sep, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Kigali on Sat, 10 Oct, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,141, select.

Kigali.$1,155 per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 Oct, returning Wed, 28 Oct.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 21 Oct, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Kigali on Wed, 28 Oct, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,155, select.

Kigali.$1,244 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Apr, returning Wed, 28 Apr.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 20 Apr, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Kigali on Wed, 28 Apr, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,244, select.

Kigali.$1,256 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Sep, returning Sat, 12 Sep.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 9 Sep, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Kigali on Sat, 12 Sep, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,256, select.

Kigali.$1,257 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Mar, returning Mon, 8 Mar.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Kigali on Mon, 8 Mar, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,257, select.

Kigali.$1,263 per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Dec, returning Fri, 1 Jan.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Fri, 25 Dec, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Kigali on Fri, 1 Jan, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,263, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Kigali

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

How much are return flights from Cape Town to Kigali?

The best price we found for a return flight from Cape Town to Kigali is $898. 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.

Which airlines fly direct from Cape Town to Kigali?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Cape Town to Kigali. But we found flights with one or more stops from $898.

How many flights are there a week from Cape Town to Kigali?

As of June 2026, there are no flights flying from Cape Town to Kigali.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Kigali?

The cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Kigali is usually July.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Cape Town Airport to Kigali Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cape Town Airport to Kigali Airport on Wednesday, 22 July 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Cape Town Airport to Kigali Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Cape Town Airport and Kigali Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I find the best flight deal to Kigali?

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 Kigali 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.

When is the best time to book flights to Kigali?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Kigali is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Cape Town Airport to Kigali with?

Currently, Airlink offers the cheapest flight tickets to Kigali.

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

Cape Town and Kigali share the same timezone, UTC+2.
Your CPT to KGL flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months such as November, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Cape Town Airport to Kigali Airport. These are the top stopovers between CPT and KGL:
- Dubai Airport
- Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport
- Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport

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

At the moment, $585 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Cape Town Airport to Kigali Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $898. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from CPT to KGL. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when searching for your flight from Cape Town Airport to Kigali Airport.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from CPT to KGL.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Cape Town Airport to Kigali Airport.

Handy information about Cape Town Airport (CPT)

81% of flights leaving Cape Town Airport touch down at their destination on schedule. With its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to face delays when taking off from CPT.
Central Cape Town to Cape Town Airport is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Cape Town Airport to Kigali Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to CPT:

Arriving at Kigali Airport (KGL)

The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Cape Town Airport to Kigali Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near KGL instead:
Pick up a Kigali Airport rental car and explore places that require a little more effort to reach. Europcar and Green Motion can hook you up with a set of wheels for your travels through Kigali and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Kigali Airport around one week ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.

Getting from Kigali Airport (KGL) to central Kigali

Kigali Airport is roughly 11 kilometres from central Kigali. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.

When to fly to Kigali Airport (KGL)

The quietest month for a flight from Cape Town Airport to Kigali Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Kigali based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Kigali is August, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Cape Town Airport to Kigali Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
December has average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Look for cheap tickets from CPT to KGL sometime then if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of Rwanda

See the best of Kigali, then continue your journey through other captivating corners of Rwanda. Head south-west to Butare, around 80 kilometres away. Ngoma Genocide Memorial and Cyarwa 1994 Genocide Against Tutsi Memorial make excellent starting points for your visit.