Cheap flights to Kigali
A journey to Rwanda's capital begins with arrival at Kigali International Airport, located just 8 kilometers from the city center. Currently, regular air services connect Kigali to 15 cities worldwide, providing convenient connections for international travelers. The highest number of weekly flights operate from Nairobi (82 flights), Addis Ababa (42 flights), and Johannesburg (30 flights).
A total of 10 airlines operate flights on this route, with the national carrier RwandAir, along with Kenya Airways and Ethiopian Airlines, leading in flight frequency. Additional travel information can be found in the travel guide, sections on weather, or ways to get there. Below on the page, you will find departure city cards with a convenient search form for suitable tickets.
Kamembe — Kigali
Entebbe — Kigali
Johannesburg — Kigali
Bujumbura — Kigali
Dar es Salaam — Kigali
Nairobi — Kigali
Lusaka — Kigali
Cairo — Kigali
Kilimanjaro — Kigali
Zanzibar City — Kigali
Harare — Kigali
Mombasa — Kigali
Flight insights to Kigali
Data-driven trends for direct flights to Kigali — how often airlines fly, where passengers come from, and typical fares and flight times.
Most frequent departure cities
The most frequent direct routes to Kigali come from Nairobi, Addis Ababa and Johannesburg. Nairobi leads with around 82 flights a week.
- Nairobi82 flights/week
- Addis Ababa42 flights/week
- Johannesburg30 flights/week
- Entebbe28 flights/week
- Doha20 flights/week
Top departure countries
Most direct flights to Kigali depart from Kenya, Ethiopia and South Africa. Kenya alone accounts for about 25% of all direct routes.
- Kenyaavg $394
- Ethiopiaavg $298
- South Africaavg $249
- Ugandaavg $203
- Qataravg $272
Direct routes & fares
Popular non-stop routes to Kigali range from Entebbe at $203 to Nairobi at $376 — a quick way to compare direct-flight fares.
- Nairobifrom $376
- Addis Ababafrom $298
- Johannesburgfrom $249
- Entebbefrom $203
- Dohafrom $272
Cheapest departure cities
The cheapest places to fly to Kigali from right now are Kamembe from $136, Entebbe from $203 and Dubai from $238.
- Kamembefrom $136
- Entebbefrom $203
- Dubaifrom $238
- Johannesburgfrom $249
- Bujumburafrom $269
Popular departure cities to Kigali
Kenya
Ethiopia
South Africa
Uganda
Qatar
United Kingdom
Burundi
Nigeria
United Arab Emirates
Tanzania
Belgium
Turkey
Netherlands
Zambia
Central African Republic
Kenya
Zimbabwe
Ghana
Rwanda
France
Tanzania
Egypt
Gabon
Cameroon, United Republic Of
Tanzania
Tanzania
Kenya
South Africa
Kenya
Malawi
Ethiopia
Egypt
Kenya
Congo Democratic Republic Of
Kenya
Somalia
South Africa
Jordan
South Africa
Nigeria
South Africa
Tanzania
Ethiopia
Tanzania
Ethiopia
Cameroon, United Republic Of
Congo
Lesotho
South Africa
Zimbabwe
South Africa
South Africa
Botswana
Namibia
Zambia
Seychelles Islands
Angola
Tanzania
Kenya
ZambiaFrequently asked questions
- How many cities have flights to Kigali?
- As of today, regular passenger flights to Kigali are operated from 15 different cities. Most routes cover key aviation hubs in Africa, the Middle East, and Europe.
- Which cities have the most frequent flights to Kigali?
- The most popular destinations with the highest number of weekly flights are Nairobi (82 flights), Addis Ababa (42 flights), Johannesburg (30 flights), and Entebbe (28 flights). Flights from Doha are also popular, with 20 flights per week.
- How many airlines operate flights to Kigali?
- Ten airlines operate flights to this destination. The leading carriers by flight volume are RwandAir, Kenya Airways, and Ethiopian Airlines.
- Which airports receive flights to Kigali?
- All international and regional flights arrive at Kigali International Airport (KGL). This is the country's main airport, located 8 kilometers from the city center.
- How to find cheap flights to Kigali?
- To find the best fares, it is recommended to explore offers from network airlines such as Qatar Airways or Turkish Airlines and book tickets in advance. It is also worth considering flights from African carriers, which often offer competitive prices on regional routes.