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$432+ Cheap flights from John F Kennedy Intl, NY (JFK) 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 10/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JFK — KGL
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Kigali Intl are usually found in February or September, booked 71 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to Kigali

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) to Kigali (KGL). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$848
(CrystalTravel)

One-way from

$432
(SmartFares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$863
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Cheapest flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Kigali
Explore the most affordable flight options available from John F Kennedy Intl to Kigali. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/131:20 amJFK - KGL
1 stop23h 35mQatar Airways
Fri 10/243:50 pmKGL - JFK
1 stop23h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/10$848
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Mon 9/2911:20 amJFK - KGL
1 stop20h 25mQatar Airways
Mon 10/63:50 pmKGL - JFK
1 stop23h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/10$857
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 10/610:00 pmJFK - KGL
1 stop26h 55mQatar Airways
Fri 10/313:50 pmKGL - JFK
1 stop29h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/11$862
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 9/2910:00 pmJFK - KGL
2 stops21h 05mEthiopian Air
Sun 10/52:10 amKGL - JFK
2 stops23h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/11$863
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Fri 10/1011:20 amJFK - KGL
1 stop20h 25mRwandAir
Mon 10/203:50 pmKGL - JFK
1 stop23h 10mRwandAir
Deal found 9/9$867
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Fri 10/1011:20 amJFK - KGL
1 stop20h 25mRwandAir
Fri 10/173:50 pmKGL - JFK
1 stop23h 10mRwandAir
Deal found 9/9$868
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 10/279:40 pmJFK - KGL
1 stop33h 50mQatar Airways
Fri 4/243:50 pmKGL - JFK
1 stop23h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/9$870
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Thu 10/911:20 amJFK - KGL
1 stop20h 10mRwandAir
Mon 10/203:50 pmKGL - JFK
1 stop23h 10mRwandAir
Deal found 9/11$871

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Customize your flight search to find flights from John F Kennedy Intl 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 September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kigali that are best for you.

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New YorkKigali

JFK - KGL

JFKKGL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 10/6

10:00 pm-6:55 am

1 stop26h 55m

Kigali Intl

Fri 10/31

3:50 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop29h 45m

$862

New YorkKigali

JFK - KGL

JFKKGL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 9/29

10:00 pm-1:05 am

2 stops21h 05m

Kigali Intl

Sun 10/5

2:10 am-8:00 pm

2 stops23h 50m

$863

New YorkKigali

JFK - KGL

JFKKGL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 10/9

11:20 am-1:30 pm

1 stop20h 10m

Kigali Intl

Mon 10/20

3:50 pm-9:00 am

1 stop23h 10m

$871

New YorkKigali

JFK - KGL

JFKKGL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 9/28

11:20 am-1:30 pm

1 stop20h 10m

Kigali Intl

Tue 10/28

4:20 pm-9:00 am

1 stop22h 40m

$888

New YorkKigali

JFK - KGL

JFKKGL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 9/27

11:20 am-1:30 pm

1 stop20h 10m

Kigali Intl

Tue 10/28

4:20 pm-9:00 am

1 stop22h 40m

$888

New YorkKigali

JFK - KGL

JFKKGL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 9/19

11:20 am-1:45 pm

1 stop20h 25m

Kigali Intl

Fri 9/26

3:50 pm-9:00 am

1 stop23h 10m

$893

New YorkKigali

JFK - KGL

JFKKGL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 10/5

12:35 am-12:50 am

1 stop18h 15m

Kigali Intl

Thu 10/30

2:35 am-11:25 pm

1 stop26h 50m

$904

New YorkKigali

JFK - KGL

JFKKGL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 10/22

10:00 pm-6:55 am

1 stop26h 55m

Kigali Intl

Sun 10/26

3:50 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop29h 45m

$905

New YorkKigali

JFK - KGL

JFKKGL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 10/8

1:45 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop23h 15m

Kigali Intl

Sat 10/18

9:00 am-7:35 am

1 stop28h 35m

$912

New YorkKigali

JFK - KGL

JFKKGL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 10/6

11:20 am-1:45 pm

1 stop20h 25m

Kigali Intl

Fri 10/31

3:50 pm-9:00 am

1 stop23h 10m

$934

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Best time to book a flight from John F Kennedy Intl to Kigali

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kigali

How far ahead should I book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kigali?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from John F Kennedy Intl to Kigali. Price data was last updated on August 29, 2025.

Booking 71 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kigali. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kigali?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kigali (average of $1,002). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport 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 JFK to KGL?

Find hourly flight availability from John F Kennedy Intl 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 September 11, 2025.

When flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kigali, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 19% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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 September 11, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown RwandAir, Qatar Airways, and Brussels Airlines from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kigali. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
RwandAir
7.6
Good
36 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.2

Crew

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 1
10.0
Excellent

Bob,Dec 2023

EBB - KGL

Overall it was a good,given that it is a short flight one can’t easily find fault.
RwandAir
7.6
Good
36 reviews
RwandAir
7.6
Good
36 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.2

Crew

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 1
10.0
Excellent

Bob,Dec 2023

EBB - KGL

Overall it was a good,given that it is a short flight one can’t easily find fault.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,624 reviews
RwandAir
7.6
Good
36 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.2

Crew

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 1
10.0
Excellent

Bob,Dec 2023

EBB - KGL

Overall it was a good,given that it is a short flight one can’t easily find fault.
Brussels Airlines
7.3
Good
359 reviews
RwandAir
7.6
Good
36 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.2

Crew

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 1
10.0
Excellent

Bob,Dec 2023

EBB - KGL

Overall it was a good,given that it is a short flight one can’t easily find fault.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
861 reviews
RwandAir
7.6
Good
36 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.2

Crew

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 1
10.0
Excellent

Bob,Dec 2023

EBB - KGL

Overall it was a good,given that it is a short flight one can’t easily find fault.
Kenya Airways
6.9
Okay
281 reviews
RwandAir
7.6
Good
36 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.2

Crew

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 1
10.0
Excellent

Bob,Dec 2023

EBB - KGL

Overall it was a good,given that it is a short flight one can’t easily find fault.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from John F Kennedy Intl to Kigali. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Kigali from New York John F Kennedy Intl?

    For a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Kigali, you will be flying into Kigali Intl. Kigali Intl (KGL) is just 3.2 mi from the center of the city. Kigali Intl is the only Kigali airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl per day. 7 airlines have flights to Kigali Intl from New York John F Kennedy Intl on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kigali?

    There are many flights that can get you from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kigali in 20h 10m. Fly via Qatar Airways, Ethiopian Air, or RwandAir to get the fastest option. There are 7029 mi between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and Kigali. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kigali round-trip?

    Flying on Turkish Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Kigali, with prices starting at $784. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Qatar Airways and Kenya Airways, with the lowest prices starting at $843 and $872, respectively. Turkish Airlines is currently priced 32% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • Can I find deals for flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Kigali that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on John F Kennedy Intl to Kigali flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Kigali?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Kigali?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kigali?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kigali (average of $1,002). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport 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 7 airlines flying from John F Kennedy Intl to Kigali

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from John F Kennedy Intl 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$784Average$837FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$843Average$1,297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$872Average$1,253FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
KLMCheapest$989Average$2,185FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,000Average$1,415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Brussels AirlinesCheapest$1,037Average$1,490FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
RwandAirCheapest$1,078Average$1,288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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