On this page, you can find and buy flight tickets from Zanzibar City to Kigali. The distance between the cities is 1117 km, and direct flight service is operated approximately once a week.
Flights on this route are operated by WB. Ticket prices are dynamic, so we recommend using the low-price calendar to find the best deals. You can also find information here on how to get to Zanzibar airport and how to get from Kigali airport to the city center.
The table shows direct flights Zanzibar City → Kigali on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 2 h 30 min. Regular flights are operated by RwandAir. Departures from Zanzibar International Airport airports, arrivals at Kigali International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Zanzibar City — Kigali by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from $409 in r, and the most expensive are around $468 in e. 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.
Zanzibar City → Kigali, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | $603 | high | May | $411 | low | Sep | $507 | medium |
| Feb | $493 | medium | Jun | $575 | high | Oct | $452 | medium |
| Mar | $397 | low | Jul | $617 | high | Nov | $397 | low |
| Apr | $384 | low | Aug | $589 | high | Dec | $630 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Kigali is consistently warm, with maximum temperatures reaching 25.9°C in August. The wettest period is April, with a rainfall norm of 215.25 mm, while July is the driest month of the year with the fewest rainy days.
The lowest flight cost was recorded in August, starting $424. The highest ticket prices are observed in June, when fares start $478.
August is considered the optimal time for booking, as dry weather is combined with the lowest prices on the route. It is recommended to avoid traveling in April and November due to the peak of the rainy season.
Regular flight service between Zanzibar and Kigali is provided by RwandAir (WB). There is approximately one flight per week on this route, mostly operated as a direct service. You can check the current schedule for specific dates and flight details in the list below.
Flights Zanzibar City — Kigali depart from Zanzibar 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 approximate travel time for a direct flight is about 1 hour 30 minutes, considering the distance of 1117 km.
The main carrier providing regular flights between these cities is RwandAir (WB).
Yes, direct flights are available; however, they are infrequent, averaging about once a week.
Ticket prices change constantly depending on the season and demand; you can find the current minimum for your dates in the low-price calendar on this page.
Flights from Zanzibar arrive at Kigali International Airport (KGL).
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