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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight to Kigali Airport? If you want to travel to Kigali Airport next month, return fares start from £619. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Kigali.£430 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Sep, returning Thu, 5 Nov.Return flight with Brussels Airlines and SWISS.Outbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Thu, 10 Sep, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Kigali on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From £430, select.

Kigali.£440 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Nov, returning Sat, 21 Nov.Return flight with Brussels Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Mon, 2 Nov, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departs from Kigali on Sat, 21 Nov, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From £440, select.

Kigali.£441 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Nov, returning Thu, 10 Dec.Return flight with Brussels Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Tue, 17 Nov, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departs from Kigali on Thu, 10 Dec, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From £441, select.

Kigali.£441 per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 Oct, returning Mon, 1 Feb.Return flight with Brussels Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Mon, 12 Oct, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departs from Kigali on Mon, 1 Feb, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From £441, select.

Kigali.£441 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Sep, returning Mon, 5 Oct.Return flight with Brussels Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Fri, 4 Sep, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departs from Kigali on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From £441, select.

Kigali.£441 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct, returning Thu, 19 Nov.Return flight with Brussels Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departs from Kigali on Thu, 19 Nov, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From £441, select.

Kigali.£441 per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 Aug, returning Fri, 20 Nov.Return flight with Brussels Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Thu, 27 Aug, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departs from Kigali on Fri, 20 Nov, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From £441, select.

Kigali.£442 per passenger.Departing Mon, 18 Jan, returning Mon, 1 Feb.Return flight with Brussels Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Mon, 18 Jan, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departs from Kigali on Mon, 1 Feb, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From £442, select.

Kigali.£442 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Feb, returning Tue, 16 Feb.Return flight with Brussels Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Thu, 4 Feb, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departs from Kigali on Tue, 16 Feb, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From £442, select.

Kigali.£442 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Nov, returning Tue, 23 Feb.Return flight with Brussels Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Tue, 24 Nov, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departs from Kigali on Tue, 23 Feb, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From £442, select.

Kigali.£442 per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 Oct, returning Mon, 7 Dec.Return flight with Brussels Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Tue, 27 Oct, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departs from Kigali on Mon, 7 Dec, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From £442, select.

Kigali.£445 per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Feb, returning Sun, 7 Mar.Return flight with Brussels Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Mon, 22 Feb, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departs from Kigali on Sun, 7 Mar, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From £445, select.

Kigali.£451 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct, returning Tue, 13 Oct.Return flight with Brussels Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departs from Kigali on Tue, 13 Oct, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From £451, select.

Kigali.£456 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Sep, returning Tue, 22 Sep.Return flight with Brussels Airlines and SWISS.Outbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Thu, 10 Sep, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Kigali on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From £456, select.

Kigali.£467 per passenger.Departing Mon, 11 Jan, returning Sun, 24 Jan.Return flight with Brussels Airlines and Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Mon, 11 Jan, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Kigali on Sun, 24 Jan, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From £467, select.

Kigali.£472 per passenger.Departing Sat, 8 May, returning Sat, 22 May.Return flight with Brussels Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Sat, 8 May, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departs from Kigali on Sat, 22 May, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From £472, select.

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Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight to Kigali?

The average flight time to Kigali is 8 hours and 40 minutes. We've calculated this based on journeys from London.

Which airlines offer direct flights to Kigali?

Currently, RwandAir is the only airline that flies direct to Kigali.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Kigali?

The cheapest month to fly to Kigali is usually September.

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 8 hours and 40 minutes.

How much are return flights to Kigali?

The best price we found for a return flight to Kigali is £430. 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 Thursday, 10 September 2026.

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 to Kigali with?

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

Flying to Kigali

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	£430
Cheapest month to fly	September
Average flight time	8 hrs, 40 mins
Most popular airline	RwandAir
Average flights per week	9

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How to find cheap flights to Kigali International Airport (KGL)

The cheapest price currently available for a one-way flight to Kigali International Airport is £326. A round-trip plane ticket to KGL right now is £430.
Never pay more than you need by setting up a Price Alert for tickets to KGL. We'll keep an eye on it for you, sending updates when fares drop.
The sooner you book, the better. You might even be able to pick up some awesome early bird deals on tickets to Kigali, where Kigali International Airport is located.
Expand your search for cheap flights to Kigali by selecting the 'Add nearby airports' option. This allows you to compare prices for all the airports closest to your destination and departure points and could help you save.
If there's no rush to travel to Kigali, think about taking a longer or less direct route. You could find cheaper plane tickets to Kigali International Airport if you book a flight with a stop.

Best time to go to Kigali

The cheapest month to get on a flight to Kigali is typically May.
If you can be flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. You'll be able to find the cheapest month, and even day of the year, for flights to KGL.
If you want to experience Kigali at its liveliest, lock in your flights to KGL for August. Being on holiday during peak periods generally means more to see and do than at other times of the year.
Travel in January if you'd prefer to avoid the crowds. This is the quietest period of the year and also when plane tickets to Kigali are usually cheaper.
The weather can make or break a trip, so consider what type of conditions you want to travel in. Kigali is warmest in August, averaging between 15ºC and 30ºC.
December has the lowest temperatures, ranging from around 14ºC to 27ºC.
July comes with a lower chance of grey skies. With one day of rain on average, this is the driest month in Kigali.
Rain is more common here in November, which gets around 20 days of wet weather.

Travelling to Kigali International Airport (KGL): What you need to know

Travel to Kigali in a single journey. These are some of the major airlines offering direct flights to Kigali International Airport:
If you want to fly with the carrier with the fewest delays, book your KGL plane ticket with Kenya Airways. Up to 79% of its flights into this hub touch down on schedule.
KGL is located in the UTC+2 timezone.
Eager to get a good night's sleep after your flight to KGL? These hotels close to Kigali International Airport offer the perfect place to kick back and relax:
Kigali International Airport has an on-time performance of 68%. This percentage shows how often flights from KGL arrive according to plan.
Kigali International Airport is located in Kigali, Kigali City, Rwanda.

Getting to central Kigali from Kigali International Airport (KGL)

KGL is located about 11 kms (7 miles) from central Kigali.
You'll reach the centre in around 25 minutes if you're taking a taxi or a ride-share after your flight to KGL.
Expect the journey to take roughly 45 minutes when using public transport.
If you'd love to stay close to the action in Kigali, drop your bags at one of these top hotels:

Kigali highlights

Jump off your flight to Kigali and go straight to these popular attractions:
- Camp Kigali Memorial: Located around 2 kms (1 mile) south of the city centre, this landmark is the perfect place to start your sightseeing in the city.
- Mt. Kigali: Need another great reason to visit Kigali? This landmark attracts travellers from all over and is about 2 kms (1 mile) east of the city centre.

How to get to Butare from Kigali International Airport (KGL)

Setting out for the nearby city of Butare? It's about 137 kms (85 miles) from KGL. Allow around 3 hours 5 minutes to drive to the centre.

Travelling from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to Gitarama

Gitarama is about 40 kms (25 miles) from Kigali International Airport if your trip takes you in that direction.
It takes 1 hour 35 minutes or so to drive to Gitarama.

Explore more of Rwanda

Or head for Musanze, about 80 kms (50 miles) northwest of Kigali. Rwanda Gorilla Safari, Parc National des Volcans and Volcanoes National Park are among the many reasons to visit.