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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Washington D.C. to Kigali Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £730. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Kigali.£657 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 May, returning Fri, 22 May.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 4 May, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Kigali on Fri, 22 May, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From £657, select.
Kigali.£730 per passenger.Departing Sat, 18 Apr, returning Sat, 25 Apr.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Sat, 18 Apr, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Kigali on Sat, 25 Apr, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From £730, select.
Kigali.£845 per passenger.Departing Sun, 26 Apr, returning Sun, 3 May.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Sun, 26 Apr, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Kigali on Sun, 3 May, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From £845, select.
Kigali.£968 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Jun, returning Thu, 2 Jul.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 24 Jun, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Kigali on Thu, 2 Jul, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From £968, select.
Kigali.£1,146 per passenger.Departing Tue, 7 Jul, returning Sat, 11 Jul.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 7 Jul, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Kigali on Sat, 11 Jul, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From £1,146, select.
Kigali.£1,154 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Jun, returning Tue, 4 Aug.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Washington Dulles on Thu, 11 Jun, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Kigali on Tue, 4 Aug, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From £1,154, select.
Kigali.£1,297 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Mar, returning Sat, 28 Mar.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Wed, 25 Mar, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Kigali on Sat, 28 Mar, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From £1,297, select.

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Finding cheap flights from Washington D.C. to Kigali: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Washington D.C. to Kigali is £657. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Washington D.C. to Kigali. But we found flights with one stop from £657.
As of March 2026, there are no flights flying from Washington D.C. to Kigali.
The cheapest month to fly from Washington D.C. to Kigali is usually May.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Washington D.C. to Kigali Airport on Monday, 4 May 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Washington D.C. and Kigali Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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.
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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Kigali is Turkish Airlines .

Flying from Washington DC to Kigali International Airport (KGL): What you need to know

  • When searching for your flight from Washington DC to Kigali International Airport (KGL), there's a good range of airports to start your journey from. Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) are Washington DC's main options.

  • The timezone in Kigali is UTC+2, which is six hours ahead of Washington DC. Kigali International Airport is located in Kigali.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from Washington DC to KGL.

  • Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.

Airports in Washington DC

Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

  • DCA is about 8 kms (5 miles) from central Washington DC. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.

  • Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near Ronald Reagan National Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Washington DC to Kigali International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Ronald Reagan National Airport, 76.44% of flights complete their journey on time.

  • DCA's address is 1 Aviation Circle.

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • Break up your flight from Washington DC to Kigali International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick another place off your list. Popular stopovers between Washington Dulles International Airport and KGL include:

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

    • Brussels Airport (BRU)

    • Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)

  • On public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in about 1 hour 10 minutes. The terminal is roughly 56 kms (35 miles) away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 50 minutes.

  • Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Washington DC to KGL flight? Relax in a hotel near Washington Dulles International Airport before your holiday officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:

  • Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 74.39%. This figure shows how frequently flights that take off from this airport land at their destination on time.

  • You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.

Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)

  • When booking your plane ticket from Washington DC to Kigali International Airport (KGL) out of Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI), you have stopover options to choose from. Consider making a pit stop at London Heathrow Airport (LHR), one of the busiest transit hubs on this route.

  • From the centre of Washington DC, BWI is around 48 kms (30 miles) away. It'll take you roughly 50 minutes to reach the airport by car and 1 hour 30 minutes or so if you use public transport.

  • Make catching an early Washington DC to Kigali International Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Stay at one of these accommodation options near Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport and head to your check-in counter with time to spare:

  • The on-time performance rating of BWI is 77.13%. In other words, that's how frequently flights departing this airport arrive at their final stop as planned.

About Kigali International Airport (KGL)

  • Have a late flight from Washington DC to Kigali International Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Stay at one of these hotels near KGL and hit the pillow fast:

  • Pick up the keys to a Kigali International Airport rental car from companies like Europcar or Green Motion. With your own wheels, you can venture beyond Kigali and explore places most visitors tend to miss.

  • To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around one week ahead of your Washington DC to Kigali International Airport flight.

Getting from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to central Kigali

  • Kigali International Airport to the centre of Kigali is around 5 miles. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, do some research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.

  • When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 55 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Kigali International Airport (KGL)

  • Currently, £367 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Kigali International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £657. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Washington DC to KGL. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.

  • If you have some flexibility with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your Washington DC to Kigali International Airport ticket.

  • Snapping up a cheap plane ticket from Washington DC to KGL is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as the price has dropped.

  • Tailor your travel plans using filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Washington DC to Kigali International Airport.

The best time to fly from Washington DC to Kigali International Airport (KGL)

  • August is the busiest month for flights from Washington DC to Kigali International Airport (KGL). Plan your visit to Kigali in April if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.

  • Lock in a Washington DC to KGL plane ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Kigali to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • May sees temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Kigali International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Kigali

  • Once you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Kigali International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Kigali:

  • Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Silverback, Africa Tours Rwanda Safari and Fine safaris Afrika are attractions you won't want to skip in Kigali.

Explore more of Rwanda

  • Nyamasheke is just one of the many cities in Rwanda waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Kigali. Around 121 kms (75 miles) away to the west, well-known attractions include Nyungwe National Park, Umugano Botanical Garden and IMUHIRA ECO TOURISM RWANDA.

  • Your journey through Rwanda wouldn't be complete without a stop in Cyamura. Bugarama Hotsprings is a highlight in this destination, which is about 145 kms (90 miles) south-west of Kigali.

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