On this page, you can find and purchase flight tickets for the route from Lusaka to Kigali. The distance between the cities is 1,503 km, and direct service is available with a frequency of about two flights per week.
Flights on this route are operated by RwandAir (WB). Ticket prices change regularly, so we recommend using the price trend chart and calendar to find the best deal. Information is also available on how to get to Lusaka airport and how to get from Kigali airport to the city center.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Lusaka — Kigali by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 1,456 in b, and the most expensive are around AED 1,660 in a. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Lusaka → Kigali, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 2,608 | high | May | AED 2,006 | low | Sep | AED 2,257 | medium |
| Feb | AED 2,307 | medium | Jun | AED 2,357 | medium | Oct | AED 2,056 | low |
| Mar | AED 2,156 | medium | Jul | AED 2,658 | high | Nov | AED 2,006 | low |
| Apr | AED 1,956 | low | Aug | AED 2,608 | high | Dec | AED 2,708 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Kigali is characterized by moderate temperatures throughout the year. August is considered the warmest month, with an average temperature of around 25.9°C, while rainfall peaks in April, which sees up to 27 rainy days per month.
Flight cost analysis shows that the most budget-friendly tickets are available in November, with prices starting AED 1,456. The most expensive period for travel is February, when the minimum cost increases AED 1,660.
The optimal time to fly in terms of the weather-to-price ratio is July: it is the driest month of the year, while the ticket price remains moderate and starts AED 1,481. It is best to avoid April due to peak humidity levels.
Flights on the Lusaka — Kigali route are operated on a regular basis by RwandAir (WB), providing a direct air connection between the cities. On average, there are about two flights per week. The full schedule, including departure times and connection options, is provided in the interactive list below; select the card you are interested in to get details for a specific day of the week.
Flights Lusaka — Kigali depart from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport and arrive at Kigali International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is approximately 1,503 km. A direct flight usually lasts about 2 hours 15 minutes, although the exact time depends on the specific aircraft type and weather conditions.
The main carrier on this route is RwandAir (WB), which operates regular flights between Lusaka and Kigali airports.
Yes, there is a direct air connection on this route, with flights operating about twice a week. The current schedule is available in the airline information block.
Flights arrive at Kigali International Airport (KGL), which is the main air gateway to Rwanda.
Ticket prices change constantly depending on demand. You can find the current minimums and the best deals in the low price calendar and the price trend chart on this page.
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