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$495+ Cheap flights to Kigali

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— KGL
May 17 — May 241
Sun 5/17
Sun 5/24
1 adult, Economy
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Flights to Kigali in 2026

Cheapest flights to Kigali
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Kigali. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on April 17, 2026.

This Fareboom deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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 Fareboom is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/410:20 am
JFK
-
KGL
1 stop20h 25m
Qatar Airways
Wed 11/1811:20 pm
KGL
-
JFK
1 stop22h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/13$899
This Fareboom deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 Fareboom is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/211:45 pm
JFK
-
KGL
1 stop23h 15m
Kenya Airways
Thu 10/298:50 am
KGL
-
JFK
1 stop28h 45m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 4/15$906
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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.
Thu 8/201:45 pm
JFK
-
KGL
1 stop36h 15m
Kenya Airways
Thu 9/248:00 pm
KGL
-
JFK
1 stop17h 35m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 4/14$953
This Fareboom deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 Fareboom is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/2111:20 am
JFK
-
KGL
2 stops24h 30m
Qatar Airways
Thu 10/294:20 pm
KGL
-
JFK
1 stop22h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/15$1,000
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/31:45 pm
JFK
-
KGL
1 stop18h 15m
Kenya Airways
Tue 5/53:40 am
KGL
-
JFK
1 stop33h 55m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 4/13$1,012
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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.
Wed 9/2311:20 am
JFK
-
KGL
1 stop20h 25m
RwandAir
Thu 10/14:20 pm
KGL
-
JFK
1 stop22h 40m
RwandAir
Deal found 4/13$1,018
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 8/191:20 am
JFK
-
KGL
1 stop23h 35m
Qatar Airways
Thu 9/245:30 pm
KGL
-
JFK
2 stops27h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/16$1,040
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 5/61:45 pm
JFK
-
KGL
1 stop28h 50m
Kenya Airways
Mon 5/189:00 am
KGL
-
JFK
1 stop28h 35m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 4/14$1,042
This Fareboom deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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 Fareboom is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/206:10 am
EWR
-
KGL
2 stops28h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 5/235:40 pm
KGL
-
EWR
2 stops32h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 4/13$1,102
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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.
Mon 4/206:20 pm
EWR
-
KGL
1 stop18h 30m
United Airlines
Sat 5/238:05 pm
KGL
-
EWR
2 stops23h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/13$1,130
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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.
Sun 4/199:45 pm
EWR
-
KGL
2 stops21h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 4/272:10 am
KGL
-
EWR
2 stops23h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 4/14$1,134
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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.
Tue 4/213:07 pm
EWR
-
KGL
2 stops21h 43m
United Airlines
Mon 5/258:05 pm
KGL
-
EWR
2 stops23h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/13$1,135

Find flight deals to Kigali

Find the latest flights to Kigali in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches and data was last updated on April 17, 2026.

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Average price

$1,400

Round-trip from

$953

One-way from

$495
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Locate flights to Kigali that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches and data was last updated on April 17, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights to Kigali that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

New YorkKigali

JFK - KGL

JFKKGL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 5/6

1:45 pm-12:35 am

1 stop28h 50m

Kigali Intl

Mon 5/18

9:00 am-7:35 am

1 stop28h 35m

$1,042

New YorkKigali

JFK - KGL

JFKKGL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 9/13

11:20 am-1:30 pm

1 stop20h 10m

Kigali Intl

Thu 9/17

4:20 pm-9:00 am

1 stop22h 40m

$1,068

New YorkKigali

JFK - KGL

JFKKGL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 9/13

10:00 pm-1:45 pm

1 stop33h 45m

Kigali Intl

Wed 9/16

1:00 am-10:30 pm

3 stops51h 30m

$1,102

New YorkKigali

JFK - KGL

JFKKGL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 5/6

10:05 pm-9:30 pm

2 stops41h 25m

Kigali Intl

Sun 5/17

1:00 am-4:40 pm

3 stops45h 40m

$1,106

NewarkKigali

EWR - KGL

EWRKGL

Newark

Tue 4/21

6:20 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop18h 30m

Kigali Intl

Thu 5/21

8:05 pm-1:10 pm

2 stops23h 05m

$1,130

NewarkKigali

EWR - KGL

EWRKGL

Newark

Mon 4/20

6:20 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop18h 30m

Kigali Intl

Mon 5/25

8:05 pm-1:10 pm

2 stops23h 05m

$1,130

New YorkKigali

JFK - KGL

JFKKGL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 8/20

6:10 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop18h 40m

Kigali Intl

Thu 9/24

8:05 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops22h 55m

$1,130

NewarkKigali

EWR - KGL

EWRKGL

Newark

Tue 4/21

3:07 pm-6:50 pm

2 stops21h 43m

Kigali Intl

Mon 5/25

8:05 pm-1:10 pm

2 stops23h 05m

$1,135

NewarkKigali

EWR - KGL

EWRKGL

Newark

Mon 4/20

6:10 am-6:50 pm

2 stops30h 40m

Kigali Intl

Thu 5/21

8:05 pm-1:10 pm

2 stops23h 05m

$1,135

NewarkKigali

EWR - KGL

EWRKGL

Newark

Tue 4/21

6:10 am-6:50 pm

2 stops30h 40m

Kigali Intl

Fri 5/22

8:05 pm-12:06 am

3 stops34h 01m

$1,145

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals to Kigali in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: Out of all of the providers offering Kigali flight deals, Cheapflights users have found FlightHub to have the most accurate pricing on Cheapflights vs. their site about >95% of the time, users can find the same price on Kigali flight deals on Cheapflights and FlightHub. This is based on searches made for Kigali flights over the past month.
  • Most trusted provider: FlightHub is the most trusted provider by Cheapflights users offering Kigali flight deals. With a user feedback rating of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), FlightHub has received the most positive sentiment from Cheapflights users searching for flights to Kigali. This is based on data collected from Cheapflights searches made over the past month.

Best time to book a flight to Kigali

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Kigali

When is the best time to book a flight to Kigali?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New York to Kigali. Price data was last updated on April 10, 2026.

Booking 66 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Kigali. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

How long is the flight to Kigali?

On average, a flight from New York to Kigali takes 19 hours 20 minutes. Flights to Kigali from other popular cities in USA will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Kigali?

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

Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From $719
Ethiopian Air
Ethiopian Air
From $477
United Airlines
United Airlines
From $877
Turkish Airlines
Turkish Airlines
From $849

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Kigali?

The cheapest airlines flying from New York to Kigali are Brussels Airlines, Kenya Airways and Ethiopian Air.

The best insider tips for flights to Kigali

AI-powered summary based on content written by travel experts. AI can make mistakes.
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Brandon Schultz

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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 April 17, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines servicing Rwanda, such as RwandAir,Qatar Airways, andBrussels Airlines. 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
7.8
Good
42 reviews

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.0

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

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
7.8
Good
42 reviews
RwandAir
7.8
Good
42 reviews

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.0

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

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
3,730 reviews
RwandAir
7.8
Good
42 reviews

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.0

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

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
401 reviews
RwandAir
7.8
Good
42 reviews

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.0

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

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
1,002 reviews
RwandAir
7.8
Good
42 reviews

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.0

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

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
302 reviews
RwandAir
7.8
Good
42 reviews

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.0

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

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

FAQs about flying to Kigali

Best Time to Fly to Kigali, Rwanda

Temperature-wise, there isn’t much to choose from. Midday highs are consistently around 82F, 365 days of the year, meaning that the majority of visitors schedule their trips to coincide with special events rather than the weather. Due to the city’s reputation as a culinary hotspot, the AIC International Food Fair is well worth a visit. Held in May, this popular annual event showcases world cuisines in one spot, and is held on rotation at one of the city’s embassies. July sees the city rocking to the sounds of live music, as the Kigali-Up festival takes over the Amahoro Stadium and exposes spectators to the sounds of rock, pop and funk. October sees the party continue in the shape of the Mutzig Beerfest at the Gikondo Fair Grounds, while smaller cultural events are held throughout the year.

Getting around Kigali, Rwanda

Cars can be rented at the airport, but the downtown can easily be navigated on foot. Public transport is widespread, but can be unreliable. Private rental taxi companies are also an option.

Kigali, Rwanda Travel Information

  • Malaria and STDs are still prevalent in Rwanda, so be sure to take all necessary precautions.
  • Drink bottled water.

  • 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 3.2 mi from the center of Kigali.

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

    Yes, flights with layovers 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, Brussels Airlines 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 $161, while round-trip flights cost around $86.

  • How much is a round-trip flight to Kigali?

    A round-trip flight to Kigali will typically cost around $125, however they can be found for as little as $86.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Kigali depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Kigali, Washington, D.C. offers the quickest one-way flight (16 hours 55 minutes).

  • Does Kigali Intl have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Kigali Intl can take advantage of the rental car 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 mi away from Kigali Intl).

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