Which airlines offer direct flights to Kigali?

Currently, RwandAir is the only airline that flies non-stop to Kigali.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Kigali?

The cheapest month to fly to Kigali is usually May.

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.

Can I get a direct flight to Kigali Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 6 hours.

How much are round-trip flights to Kigali?

The best price we found for a round-trip flight to Kigali is AED 1,734. 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 upcoming date is cheapest to fly to Kigali Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to Kigali Airport is Tuesday, May 21, 2024 .

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 with to Kigali?

Currently, Ethiopian Airlines and RwandAir offer the cheapest flight tickets to Kigali.

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Kigali.AED 1,734 per passenger.Departing Tue, May 21, returning Sat, May 25.Round-trip flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Dubai on Tue, May 21, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Kigali on Sat, May 25, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 1,734, select.

Kigali.AED 1,735 per passenger.Departing Wed, Jul 24, returning Mon, Jul 29.Round-trip flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Dubai on Wed, Jul 24, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Kigali on Mon, Jul 29, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 1,735, select.

Kigali.AED 1,740 per passenger.Departing Sat, Jun 15, returning Wed, Jun 19.Round-trip flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Dubai on Sat, Jun 15, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Kigali on Wed, Jun 19, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 1,740, select.

Kigali.AED 1,740 per passenger.Departing Tue, Jun 18, returning Tue, Jul 2.Round-trip flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Dubai on Tue, Jun 18, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Kigali on Tue, Jul 2, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 1,740, select.

Kigali.AED 1,745 per passenger.Departing Tue, Dec 17, returning Fri, Dec 27.Round-trip flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Dubai on Tue, Dec 17, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Kigali on Fri, Dec 27, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 1,745, select.

Kigali.AED 1,750 per passenger.Departing Wed, Aug 21, returning Sun, Aug 25.Round-trip flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Dubai on Wed, Aug 21, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Kigali on Sun, Aug 25, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 1,750, select.

Kigali.AED 1,750 per passenger.Departing Wed, Jul 31, returning Sat, Aug 31.Round-trip flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Dubai on Wed, Jul 31, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Kigali on Sat, Aug 31, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 1,750, select.

Kigali.AED 1,770 per passenger.Departing Fri, Nov 15, returning Fri, Dec 13.Round-trip flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Dubai on Fri, Nov 15, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Kigali on Fri, Dec 13, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 1,770, select.

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Frequently asked questions

: Currently, RwandAir is the only airline that flies non-stop to Kigali.
: The cheapest month to fly to Kigali is usually May.
: 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.
: Yes – the average flight time is 6 hours.
: The best price we found for a round-trip flight to Kigali is AED 1,734. 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.
: After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to Kigali Airport is Tuesday, May 21, 2024.
: 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.
: Currently, Ethiopian Airlines and RwandAir offer the cheapest flight tickets to Kigali.

Flying to Kigali

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	AED 1,734
Cheapest month to fly	May
Average flight time	6 hrs
Most popular airline	RwandAir
Average flights per week	8

Discover Kigali

Reasons To Visit Kigali

Kigali, the capital of Rwanda, is the commercial and cultural center of the country offering plenty of interesting things to see and do. Many of the most popular attractions in the city are its museums and learning centers such as the Presidential Palace Museum and the Kigali Genocide Memorial Center. You will find that Kigali boasts a varied range of restaurants and eating spots comprising cuisine from across the globe, while those looking to enjoy the local nightlife should head down to the Kimihurura district.

Arriving In Kigali

Kigali International Airport is the primary airport serving Rwanda located only 5 km from Kigali. Travelers looking to book flights from the UAE to Kigali will be able to fly directly from Dubai. Currently the only airline providing flights from the UAE to Kigali is RwandAir, with all flights leaving out of Dubai International Airport.

At Kigali International Airport you will find everything you need for a pleasant stay, with a cafeteria area available for hungry travelers and free Wi-Fi for those looking to get online. Once your flight has touched down at the airport, the easiest way to travel into the city is by taxi. This journey should be affordable for most as the city is just 5 km away.

Kigali Travel Information

Where to stay: Ratings and booking information for hotels in Kigali for every budget

UAE nationals traveling to Rwanda will be able to go online and get an e-visa before the journey. In Kigali the hottest time of year is from July until October which sees average highs of 26 to 28 degrees, although it is warm throughout the rest of the year so you are unlikely to need any warm clothing. However, be advised that it rains quite frequently in the region for most of the year, especially between October to December and March to April. In general you will find that the price of things in Kigali like accommodation and dining out will be cheaper compared to the UAE, while the country is two hours behind the UAE so don’t forget to change your clocks when you land.

* This information is correct as of April 2018

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