What airport do you fly into for flights to Kigali?

If you book a flight to Kigali, you will be flying into Kigali Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Kigali Intl (KGL) is located 5.2 km from the centre of Kigali.

Can I find cheaper flights to Kigali if I am willing to have stopovers?

Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Kigali on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

What is the best airline to fly to Kigali?

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, RwandAir is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Kigali.

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Kigali?

Kigali Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Kigali. One-way flights to Kigali Intl typically cost AED 893, while return flights cost around AED 1,470.

How much is a return flight to Kigali?

A return flight to Kigali will typically cost around AED 2,694, however they can be found for as little as AED 1,470.

Where does the fastest flight to Kigali depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to Kigali, Dubai Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (7 hours 15 minutes).

Does Kigali Intl have rental cars?

Yes. Those touching down at Kigali Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Are there hotels close to Kigali Intl?

Yes. Kigali Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Host in Rwanda is the closest property to Kigali Intl (0.0 km away from Kigali Intl).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Kigali?

The most popular airlines flying from Dubai to Kigali are RwandAir, Ethiopian Air and Qatar Airways.

How long is the flight to Kigali?

On average, a flight from Dubai to Kigali takes 7 hours 15 minutes. Flights to Kigali from other popular cities in United Arab Emirates will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Kigali?

The cheapest airlines flying from Dubai to Kigali are Ethiopian Air, Qatar Airways and RwandAir.

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Return from	AED 2,200
One-way from	AED 1,271
Popular in	August
Cheapest in	November
Average price	AED 1,957
Good round-trip deal	AED 2,013 or less
Good one-way deal	AED 905 or less

Ethiopian Air
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16h 00m total
Dubai to Kigali

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16h 15m total
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DXB Dubai Intl - KGL Kigali Intl

DXBKGL

Dubai Intl

Wed 14/10

22:20-12:35

1 stop16h 15m

Kigali Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:00

Nonstop0h 00m

AED 1,362

Fastest return journey

DubaiKigali

DXB Dubai Intl - KGL Kigali Intl

DXBKGL

Dubai Intl

Tue 2/3

01:50-05:50

Nonstop6h 00m

Kigali Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:00

Nonstop0h 00m

AED 1,373

DubaiKigali

DXB Dubai Intl - KGL Kigali Intl

DXBKGL

Dubai Intl

Tue 13/10

01:50-05:50

Nonstop6h 00m

Kigali Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:00

Nonstop0h 00m

AED 1,384

DubaiKigali

DXB Dubai Intl - KGL Kigali Intl

DXBKGL

Dubai Intl

Thu 15/10

05:20-02:20

1 stop23h 00m

Kigali Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:00

Nonstop0h 00m

AED 1,553

DubaiKigali

DXB Dubai Intl - KGL Kigali Intl

DXBKGL

Dubai Intl

Thu 4/3

06:55-04:00

2 stops23h 05m

Kigali Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:00

Nonstop0h 00m

AED 1,876

DubaiKigali

DXB Dubai Intl - KGL Kigali Intl

DXBKGL

Dubai Intl

Wed 25/11

06:55-18:40

1 stop13h 45m

Kigali Intl

Sun 29/11

08:50-00:30

1 stop13h 40m

AED 2,262

DubaiKigali

DXB Dubai Intl - KGL Kigali Intl

DXBKGL

Dubai Intl

Wed 18/11

06:55-00:35

1 stop19h 40m

Kigali Intl

Wed 25/11

19:40-05:45

1 stop8h 05m

AED 2,299

DubaiKigali

DXB Dubai Intl - KGL Kigali Intl

DXBKGL

Dubai Intl

Wed 3/3

17:10-06:00

3 stops14h 50m

Kigali Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:00

Nonstop0h 00m

AED 2,420

DubaiKigali

DXB Dubai Intl - KGL Kigali Intl

DXBKGL

Dubai Intl

Tue 22/12

02:20-00:35

1 stop24h 15m

Kigali Intl

Wed 20/1

03:40-05:45

1 stop24h 05m

AED 2,460

DubaiKigali

DXB Dubai Intl - KGL Kigali Intl

DXBKGL

Dubai Intl

Fri 20/11

02:20-08:00

1 stop7h 40m

Kigali Intl

Fri 27/11

03:40-00:30

1 stop18h 50m

AED 2,468

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To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Kigali, you should look to book at least 30 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Reviews of airlines servicing Kigali

Read reviews from past customers who have flown RwandAir,Qatar Airways, andEthiopian Air to Rwanda. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

RwandAir

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KGL - NBO

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Anonymous,Sep 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online

Qatar Airways

7.3

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KGL - NBO

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Ethiopian Air

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Kenya Airways

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Anonymous,Sep 2025

KGL - NBO

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FAQs about flying to Kigali

What airport do you fly into for flights to Kigali?
If you book a flight to Kigali, you will be flying into Kigali Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Kigali Intl (KGL) is located 5.2 km from the centre of Kigali.
Can I find cheaper flights to Kigali if I am willing to have stopovers?
Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Kigali on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.
What is the best airline to fly to Kigali?
Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, RwandAir is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Kigali.
What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Kigali?
Kigali Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Kigali. One-way flights to Kigali Intl typically cost AED 893, while return flights cost around AED 1,470.
How much is a return flight to Kigali?
A return flight to Kigali will typically cost around AED 2,694, however they can be found for as little as AED 1,470.
Where does the fastest flight to Kigali depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to Kigali, Dubai Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (7 hours 15 minutes).
Does Kigali Intl have rental cars?
Yes. Those touching down at Kigali Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.
Are there hotels close to Kigali Intl?
Yes. Kigali Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Host in Rwanda is the closest property to Kigali Intl (0.0 km away from Kigali Intl).

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What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Kigali?

The cheapest airlines flying from Dubai to Kigali are Ethiopian Air, Qatar Airways and RwandAir.

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