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$585+ Cheap flights from California to Kigali (KGL)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — KGL
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Kigali

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Kigali flight deals. Data was last updated July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$965
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$585
(RwandAir)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,593
From California to Kigali Intl
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Cheapest flights from California to Kigali
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Kigali. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 3, 2025.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/247:30 amSFO - KGL
2 stops26h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/88:10 pmKGL - SFO
3 stops29h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$965
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/203:55 pmSFO - KGL
1 stop36h 35mQatar Airways
Mon 9/299:40 amKGL - SFO
2 stops36h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/1$1,015
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/412:10 amLAX - KGL
1 stop39h 40mTurkish Airlines
Tue 8/261:45 amKGL - LAX
2 stops29h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/1$1,035
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/28:45 amLAX - KGL
2 stops24h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/148:25 pmKGL - LAX
3 stops49h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$1,039
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/249:00 pmSFO - KGL
3 stops60h 55mSWISS
Mon 9/88:10 pmKGL - SFO
3 stops53h 00mSWISS
Deal found 7/1$1,049
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/23:10 pmLAX - KGL
2 stops36h 30mQatar Airways
Fri 11/73:50 pmKGL - LAX
1 stop31h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/2$1,062
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/112:25 amLAX - KGL
2 stops34h 15mUnited Airlines
Fri 11/78:50 pmKGL - LAX
3 stops33h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/2$1,113
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/312:40 pmSFO - KGL
1 stop27h 10mTurkish Airlines
Fri 9/122:10 amKGL - SFO
2 stops41h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/2$1,117
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/47:00 amSFO - KGL
2 stops26h 55mLufthansa
Sat 10/188:10 pmKGL - SFO
2 stops31h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 7/3$1,148
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/29:05 pmLAS - KGL
2 stops42h 45mTurkish Airlines
Sun 9/71:45 amKGL - LAS
3 stops40h 44mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/1$1,156
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/207:00 amSFO - KGL
2 stops26h 55mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/299:15 pmKGL - SFO
3 stops45h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/2$1,163
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/510:07 amLAS - KGL
2 stops34h 48mQatar Airways
Sun 11/93:50 pmKGL - LAS
2 stops37h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/3$1,263

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Kigali that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Kigali that are best for you.

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California

Fly to

Kigali

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoKigali

SFO - KGL

SFOKGL

San Francisco

Sun 8/24

7:30 am-6:55 pm

2 stops26h 25m

Kigali Intl

Mon 9/8

8:10 pm-4:10 pm

3 stops29h 00m

$965

San FranciscoKigali

SFO - KGL

SFOKGL

San Francisco

Sat 9/20

3:55 pm-1:30 pm

1 stop36h 35m

Kigali Intl

Mon 9/29

9:40 am-1:35 pm

2 stops36h 55m

$1,015

Los AngelesKigali

LAX - KGL

LAXKGL

Los Angeles

Mon 8/4

12:10 am-12:50 am

1 stop39h 40m

Kigali Intl

Tue 8/26

1:45 am-10:25 pm

2 stops29h 40m

$1,035

Los AngelesKigali

LAX - KGL

LAXKGL

Los Angeles

Tue 12/2

8:45 am-7:20 pm

2 stops24h 35m

Kigali Intl

Sun 12/14

8:25 pm-11:44 am

3 stops49h 19m

$1,039

San FranciscoKigali

SFO - KGL

SFOKGL

San Francisco

Sun 8/24

9:00 pm-6:55 pm

3 stops60h 55m

Kigali Intl

Mon 9/8

8:10 pm-4:10 pm

3 stops53h 00m

$1,049

Los AngelesKigali

LAX - KGL

LAXKGL

Los Angeles

Sun 11/2

3:10 pm-1:40 pm

2 stops36h 30m

Kigali Intl

Fri 11/7

3:50 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop31h 00m

$1,062

Los AngelesKigali

LAX - KGL

LAXKGL

Los Angeles

Sat 11/1

12:25 am-7:40 pm

2 stops34h 15m

Kigali Intl

Fri 11/7

8:50 pm-8:35 pm

3 stops33h 45m

$1,113

San FranciscoKigali

SFO - KGL

SFOKGL

San Francisco

Wed 9/3

12:40 pm-12:50 am

1 stop27h 10m

Kigali Intl

Fri 9/12

2:10 am-10:35 am

2 stops41h 25m

$1,117

San FranciscoKigali

SFO - KGL

SFOKGL

San Francisco

Sat 10/4

7:00 am-6:55 pm

2 stops26h 55m

Kigali Intl

Sat 10/18

8:10 pm-6:50 pm

2 stops31h 40m

$1,148

Las VegasKigali

LAS - KGL

LASKGL

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 9/2

9:05 pm-12:50 am

2 stops42h 45m

Kigali Intl

Sun 9/7

1:45 am-9:29 am

3 stops40h 44m

$1,156

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 7/1

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Best time to book a flight from California to Kigali

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Kigali

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Kigali?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Kigali (average of $1,002). Flying from California to Kigali in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,610). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CA to KGL?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Kigali. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 3, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Kigali as you normally would.

Reviews of airlines servicing Kigali

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kigali. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Kigali. Reviews last updated July 3, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM, SWISS, and Qatar Airways from California to Kigali by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,367 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,367 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,367 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,654 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,367 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,594 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,367 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,861 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,367 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,895 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,367 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Kigali from California?

    For a flight from California to Kigali, you will be flying into Kigali Intl. Kigali Intl (KGL) is just 3.2 mi from the center of the city.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Kigali one-way?

    $585 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from RwandAir. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qatar Airways and KLM, with prices starting from $594 and $612, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Kigali?

    The most popular flight routes from California to Kigali are Los Angeles - Kigali Intl, San Francisco - Kigali Intl and San Jose - Kigali Intl.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Kigali that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on California to Kigali flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Kigali?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from California to Kigali.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to Kigali?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Kigali by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Kigali?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Kigali (average of $1,002). Flying from California to Kigali in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,610). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 6 airlines flying from California to Kigali

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from California to Kigali. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Brussels AirlinesCheapest$828Average$1,541FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$889Average$1,268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$968Average$1,945FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
RwandAirCheapest$972Average$1,467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$1,010Average$1,594FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,064Average$1,461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%

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