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$436+ Cheap flights from New York, NY (NYC) to Rwanda

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 2/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — KGL
Feb 26 — Mar 51
Thu 2/26
Thu 3/5
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from New York to Rwanda

Cheapest flights from New York to Rwanda
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to Rwanda. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 27, 2026.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 2/178:55 pm
JFK
-
KGL
2 stops21h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 2/232:10 am
KGL
-
JFK
2 stops23h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/24$862
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 2/189:00 pm
JFK
-
KGL
1 stop26h 55m
Qatar Airways
Tue 3/104:20 pm
KGL
-
JFK
1 stop22h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 1/27$863
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/117:25 pm
JFK
-
KGL
1 stop18h 15m
Brussels Airlines
Wed 3/188:25 pm
KGL
-
JFK
2 stops23h 55m
Brussels Airlines
Deal found 1/25$875
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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.
Wed 5/131:45 pm
JFK
-
KGL
1 stop28h 50m
Kenya Airways
Sun 5/248:00 pm
KGL
-
JFK
1 stop17h 35m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 1/25$889
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 2/1610:20 am
JFK
-
KGL
1 stop20h 25m
Qatar Airways
Mon 2/2311:20 pm
KGL
-
JFK
1 stop22h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 1/26$903
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/127:25 pm
JFK
-
KGL
1 stop18h 15m
Brussels Airlines
Thu 3/198:50 pm
KGL
-
JFK
2 stops23h 30m
Brussels Airlines
Deal found 1/26$906
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Fri 2/138:55 pm
JFK
-
KGL
2 stops21h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 2/282:10 am
KGL
-
JFK
2 stops23h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/27$907
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/37:50 pm
JFK
-
KGL
1 stop23h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 4/231:50 am
KGL
-
JFK
2 stops26h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/25$908
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
Sat 3/79:00 pm
JFK
-
KGL
1 stop33h 30m
Qatar Airways
Tue 4/144:20 pm
KGL
-
JFK
1 stop23h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 1/26$909
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/101:25 am
EWR
-
KGL
1 stop18h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 3/172:35 am
KGL
-
EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/25$913
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 2/1810:05 am
JFK
-
KGL
2 stops26h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/108:50 pm
KGL
-
JFK
2 stops23h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/26$914
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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.
Fri 4/36:20 pm
EWR
-
KGL
1 stop18h 30m
United Airlines
Thu 4/308:05 pm
KGL
-
EWR
3 stops33h 54m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/25$921

Find flight deals from New York to Rwanda

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New York to Rwanda flight deals. Data was last updated January 27, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$766
(Gurufare)

One-way from

$436
(CrystalTravel)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,002
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($43 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from New York to Rwanda 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 January 27, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York to Rwanda that are best for you.

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New YorkKigali

JFK - KGL

JFKKGL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 4/2

12:25 am-12:55 am

1 stop18h 30m

Kigali Intl

Wed 4/29

1:50 am-5:55 pm

2 stops22h 05m

$908

New YorkKigali

JFK - KGL

JFKKGL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 3/7

9:00 pm-1:30 pm

1 stop33h 30m

Kigali Intl

Tue 4/14

4:20 pm-9:20 am

1 stop23h 00m

$909

New YorkKigali

JFK - KGL

JFKKGL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 2/18

10:05 am-7:40 pm

2 stops26h 35m

Kigali Intl

Tue 3/10

8:50 pm-2:20 pm

2 stops23h 30m

$914

NewarkKigali

EWR - KGL

EWRKGL

Newark

Fri 4/3

6:20 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop18h 30m

Kigali Intl

Thu 4/30

8:05 pm-11:59 pm

3 stops33h 54m

$921

New YorkKigali

JFK - KGL

JFKKGL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 4/3

1:45 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop23h 15m

Kigali Intl

Thu 4/30

9:00 am-7:35 am

1 stop28h 35m

$925

NewarkKigali

EWR - KGL

EWRKGL

Newark

Fri 3/20

1:00 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops24h 40m

Kigali Intl

Mon 4/6

8:05 pm-6:59 pm

3 stops28h 54m

$925

NewarkKigali

EWR - KGL

EWRKGL

Newark

Sun 5/24

6:00 am-6:50 pm

2 stops30h 50m

Kigali Intl

Mon 6/1

8:05 pm-9:30 pm

3 stops31h 25m

$925

New YorkKigali

LGA - KGL

LGAKGL

New York LaGuardia

Fri 4/3

7:10 am-6:50 pm

2 stops29h 40m

Kigali Intl

Thu 4/30

8:05 pm-11:30 pm

3 stops33h 25m

$925

New YorkKigali

LGA - KGL

LGAKGL

New York LaGuardia

Sun 4/5

6:00 am-6:50 pm

2 stops30h 50m

Kigali Intl

Thu 4/9

8:05 pm-9:53 pm

3 stops31h 48m

$925

NewarkKigali

EWR - KGL

EWRKGL

Newark

Wed 3/11

7:55 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop17h 45m

Kigali Intl

Wed 3/18

8:25 pm-11:44 pm

3 stops33h 19m

$926

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York to Rwanda

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to Rwanda?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Rwanda (average of $470). Flying from New York to Rwanda in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,204). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Rwanda

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Rwanda. 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 Rwanda. Reviews last updated January 27, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New York to Rwanda, such as RwandAir, Qatar Airways, and Brussels Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
RwandAir
7.7
Good
40 reviews

Crew

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

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
RwandAir
7.7
Good
40 reviews
RwandAir
7.7
Good
40 reviews

Crew

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

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
7.4
Good
3,731 reviews
RwandAir
7.7
Good
40 reviews

Crew

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

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
Brussels Airlines
7.2
Good
381 reviews
RwandAir
7.7
Good
40 reviews

Crew

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

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
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
952 reviews
RwandAir
7.7
Good
40 reviews

Crew

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

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
Kenya Airways
6.8
Okay
294 reviews
RwandAir
7.7
Good
40 reviews

Crew

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

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

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from New York to Rwanda?

    Departing from New York to Rwanda will take you 18h 30m. There are 7029 mi between New York and Rwanda. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York to Rwanda one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $432 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Kenya Airways from $461 and RwandAir from $567 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from New York to Rwanda?

    The most popular flight routes from New York to Rwanda are New York John F Kennedy Intl - Kigali Intl, Newark - Kigali Intl and New York LaGuardia - Kigali Intl.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New York to Rwanda that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New York to Rwanda flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New York to Rwanda?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York to Rwanda 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 to Rwanda?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Rwanda (average of $470). Flying from New York to Rwanda in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,204). 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 5 airlines flying from New York to Rwanda

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from New York to Rwanda. 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 January 27, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Brussels AirlinesCheapest$470Average$1,130FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$816Average$1,250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$830Average$931FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$843Average$1,297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
RwandAirCheapest$933Average$1,273FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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