CPT - KGL

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Cheapest return flight
R10 975
Typical prices: R9 927-R12 728
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/11Mon 12/11
CPT - KGL • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
R6 168
Typical prices: R6 104-R8 112
Multiple Airlines
Tue 6/2
CPT - KGL • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cape Town and Kigali. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
August
Cheapest • 15% price drop
October
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Doha Hamad Intl (DOH)
Cheapest • Avg R9 028 (return)
Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB)
Shortest trip • 9h 30m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Kigali (CPT-KGL)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to Kigali

Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 12
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19:35 - 0:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-KGL Kigali Intl
29h 00m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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8:50 - 8:15KGL  Kigali Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 25m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
R10 975Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 11
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12:20 - 0:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-KGL Kigali Intl
12h 15m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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3:40 - 18:55KGL  Kigali Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 15m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
R11 303Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Thu, Oct 29
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14:25 - 0:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-KGL Kigali Intl
10h 10m2 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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8:50 - 13:35KGL  Kigali Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
28h 45m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls
R11 549Kenya Airways
Mon, Oct 26 - Wed, Oct 28
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18:10 - 9:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-KGL Kigali Intl
15h 30m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Addis Ababa Bole
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1:50 - 23:35KGL  Kigali Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 45m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Johannesburg OR Tambo
R11 926Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 12
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6:00 - 21:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-KGL Kigali Intl
15h 30m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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9:55 - 18:55KGL  Kigali Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
9h 00m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
R12 025Multiple Airlines
Sun, Oct 25 - Wed, Oct 28
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13:50 - 1:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-KGL Kigali Intl
11h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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1:50 - 14:10KGL  Kigali Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
12h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R12 090Ethiopian Air
Thu, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 11
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13:50 - 1:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-KGL Kigali Intl
11h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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1:50 - 13:00KGL  Kigali Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
11h 10m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R12 090Ethiopian Air
Mon, Oct 26 - Wed, Oct 28
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13:50 - 1:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-KGL Kigali Intl
11h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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1:50 - 13:00KGL  Kigali Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
11h 10m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R12 107Ethiopian Air
Sat, Dec 5 - Tue, Dec 15
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14:20 - 0:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-KGL Kigali Intl
10h 15m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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3:40 - 13:35KGL  Kigali Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
9h 55m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls
R14 157Kenya Airways
Wed, Jan 6 - Fri, Jan 15
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14:25 - 0:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-KGL Kigali Intl
10h 10m2 stops Victoria Falls Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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3:40 - 13:00KGL  Kigali Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
9h 20m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R14 190Kenya Airways
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cape Town to Kigali flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Kigali?

Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Kigali and is 11% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 11% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Kigali?

•August is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Kigali at R9 728 return.
•March (R15 535) and January (R14 567) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 59% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Cape Town to Kigali flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

R6 168
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 36% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (1% more expensive on average)
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When to book flights from Cape Town to Kigali

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cape Town to Kigali based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Cape Town to Kigali flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Cape Town to Kigali?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Cape Town to Kigali.

  • How long is a flight from Cape Town to Kigali?

    A direct flight from Cape Town to Kigali takes 0h 00m, covering 6 040 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cape Town to Kigali?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cape Town to Kigali flight?

    Return flights from Cape Town to Kigali range from R9 927 to R12 728, with an average of R11 455 over the past 12 months. Anything below R9 927 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Cape Town to Kigali changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about R10 975 to R33 369. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Cape Town to Kigali looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cape Town to Kigali are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about R7 298.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cape Town to Kigali?

    Flights from Cape Town to Kigali usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and arrive at Kigali Intl (KGL).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cape Town to Kigali pass through?

    One-stop flights from Cape Town to Kigali most commonly connect through:

    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 57% of one-stop connections
    • Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) – 38% of one-stop connections
    • Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) – 5% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 1% of one-stop connections

    Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cape Town to Kigali?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 20% on the Cape Town to Kigali route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at R10 236 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at R12 746, a difference of R2 510. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Cape Town to Kigali?

    Flying via Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 9h 30m, compared to 10h 29m via Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) and 11h 10m via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD).

Your guide to booking Cape Town to Kigali flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Friday flights average R10 236 – about R2 510 less than Monday (20% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Kigali trip for August. Fares historically average R9 728 return in that month – typically R5 807 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).

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