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

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

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) – 52% of one-stop connections • Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) – 39% of one-stop connections • Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) – 9% of one-stop connections

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 20% on flights from Cape Town to Kigali. Friday is the cheapest departure day at R11 934 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at R14 785, a difference of R2 852. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

How long is a flight from Cape Town to Kigali?

A direct flight from Cape Town to Kigali takes 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.

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 R11 489 to R70 812. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x 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 higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R11 460, which is 50% above the typical average for this route.

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 8h 32m, compared to 10h 27m via Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) and 11h 12m via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD).

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

Return flights from Cape Town to Kigali range from R11 249 to R14 901, with an average of R13 013 over the past 12 months. Anything below R11 249 counts as a good deal.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Kigali. It's 9% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 13% higher.

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

•December is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Kigali at R10 516 return. •March (R15 610) and September (R15 296) are the most expensive months. •The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 48% on average. This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Ethiopian Air (R12 115) and Kenya Airways (R12 247) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Cape Town to Kigali according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the most popular stopover airport when flying from Cape Town to Kigali?

Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) is the most popular stopover for the Cape Town to Kigali route. 52% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop return journeys over the past 3 months connected via ADD.

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Cape Town to Kigali?

Flights via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of R11 831. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Cape Town to Kigali, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) had the shortest average connection time for Cape Town to Kigali stopovers at 5h 35m over the past 3 months.

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Cheapest return flight

R11 489

Typical prices: R11 249-R14 901

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CPT - KGL • 1 stop

Cheapest one-way flight

R7 055

Typical prices: R6 688-R8 110

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Wed 12/12

CPT - KGL • 2 stops

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December

Cheapest • 19% price drop

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Addis Ababa Bole (ADD)

Cheapest • Avg R11 831 (return)

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Shortest trip • 8h 32m (one-way)

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Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to Kigali

Sun, Dec 27 - Tue, Jan 26

8:00 - 21:30CPT Cape Town Intl-KGL Kigali Intl

13h 30m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo

9:55 - 18:10KGL Kigali Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

8h 15m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo

R11 489Multiple Airlines

Mon, Mar 1 - Sun, Mar 28

7:00 - 21:30CPT Cape Town Intl-KGL Kigali Intl

14h 30m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo

22:30 - 12:35KGL Kigali Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

14h 05m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo

R11 489Multiple Airlines

Sun, Nov 22 - Thu, Nov 26

13:50 - 1:05CPT Cape Town Intl-KGL Kigali Intl

11h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

1:50 - 14:10KGL Kigali Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

12h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

R12 115Ethiopian Air

Thu, Nov 26 - Fri, Dec 4

14:25 - 0:35CPT Cape Town Intl-KGL Kigali Intl

10h 10m2 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

3:40 - 13:00KGL Kigali Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

9h 20m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

R12 247Kenya Airways

Thu, Nov 26 - Fri, Dec 4

13:50 - 1:05CPT Cape Town Intl-KGL Kigali Intl

11h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

1:50 - 14:10KGL Kigali Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

12h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

R12 264Ethiopian Air

Mon, Nov 23 - Fri, Nov 27

13:50 - 1:05CPT Cape Town Intl-KGL Kigali Intl

11h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

1:50 - 13:00KGL Kigali Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

11h 10m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

R12 428Ethiopian Air

Sun, Nov 22 - Thu, Nov 26

5:45 - 8:00CPT Cape Town Intl-KGL Kigali Intl

26h 15m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

3:40 - 22:45KGL Kigali Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

19h 05m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo

R12 445Multiple Airlines

Thu, Nov 26 - Sat, Dec 5

14:25 - 0:35CPT Cape Town Intl-KGL Kigali Intl

10h 10m2 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

8:50 - 13:35KGL Kigali Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

28h 45m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone

R12 560Kenya Airways

Mon, Mar 1 - Sun, Mar 28

14:30 - 0:35CPT Cape Town Intl-KGL Kigali Intl

10h 05m2 stops Victoria Falls Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

20:00 - 13:35KGL Kigali Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

17h 35m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls

R13 302Kenya Airways

Sat, Dec 26 - Mon, Jan 25

6:05 - 21:30CPT Cape Town Intl-KGL Kigali Intl

15h 25m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo

9:55 - 17:20KGL Kigali Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

7h 25m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo

R13 318Multiple Airlines

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Kigali?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Kigali. It's 9% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 13% higher.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Kigali? KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for return flights from Cape Town to Kigali, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.: •December is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Kigali at R10 516 return.
•March (R15 610) and September (R15 296) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 48% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Low season	February
High season	September
Cheapest flight	R7 055

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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 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 R11 249 to R14 901, with an average of R13 013 over the past 12 months. Anything below R11 249 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 R11 489 to R70 812. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x 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 higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R11 460, which is 50% above the typical average for this route.
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) – 52% of one-stop connections
• Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) – 39% of one-stop connections
• Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) – 9% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cape Town to Kigali?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 20% on flights from Cape Town to Kigali. Friday is the cheapest departure day at R11 934 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at R14 785, a difference of R2 852.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three 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 8h 32m, compared to 10h 27m via Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) and 11h 12m via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD).

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Friday flights average R11 934, which is about R2 852 less than Sunday fares (19% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Kigali trip for December. Fares historically average R10 516 return in that month – typically R5 093 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).

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