Travelling from RG Mugabe International Airport (HRE) to Kigali International Airport (KGL): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from RG Mugabe International Airport to Kigali International Airport is 2 hours 50 minutes.
Kigali's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Harare.
Each week, there are 18 RG Mugabe International Airport to Kigali International Airport flights. If you want to jet off as soon as possible, opt for the 17:00 RwandAir flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 19:40 with RwandAir.
Your HRE to KGL flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months such as June, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
RwandAir is your gateway to discovering Kigali (and maybe even some other great corners of Rwanda!). Check out the direct flights from RG Mugabe International Airport to Kigali International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is RwandAir.
RwandAir is the most punctual carrier that offers HRE to KGL flights.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from RG Mugabe International Airport to Kigali International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between HRE and KGL include:
Kenneth Kaunda International Airport
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
O.R. Tambo International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from RG Mugabe International Airport (HRE) to Kigali International Airport (KGL)
£230 is currently the best price for a one-way RG Mugabe International Airport to Kigali International Airport flight. A return flight starts at £353. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
To get cheap tickets from HRE to KGL, book your journey six months before your planned departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from RG Mugabe International Airport to Kigali International Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from HRE to KGL by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from RG Mugabe International Airport to Kigali International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about RG Mugabe International Airport (HRE)
When it comes to RG Mugabe International Airport's on-time performance, 78.56% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
RG Mugabe International Airport is about 8 miles from central Harare. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Booked an early flight from RG Mugabe International Airport to Kigali International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to HRE:
Arriving at Kigali International Airport (KGL)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a RG Mugabe International Airport to Kigali International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near KGL instead:
Pick up a Kigali International Airport rental car and check out destinations off the typical tourist track. Europcar and Green Motion can hook you up with a set of wheels for your adventures through Kigali and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Kigali International Airport about one week before travelling.
Getting from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to central Kigali
From Kigali International Airport, Kigali is approximately 7 miles away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 55 minutes.
When to fly to Kigali International Airport (KGL)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from RG Mugabe International Airport to Kigali International Airport. January is the busiest month to head to Kigali. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from RG Mugabe International Airport to Kigali International Airport for August if you'd like to visit Kigali during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
May sees average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for cheap tickets from HRE to KGL sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Rwanda
See the best of Kigali, then set off to uncover other awesome corners of Rwanda. Head south-west to Butare, around 50 miles away. Ngoma Genocide Memorial and Chapel are great places to begin your adventure here.
Set out 25 miles south-west from Kigali to reach Gitarama, another notable destination in Rwanda. Be sure to check out Muhanga Design centre and Paroisse Saint André Gitarama.