£250+ Cheap flights to Kigali

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 1/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— KGL
15 Feb — 22 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Kigali in 2026

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 858,174 searches and data was last updated on 16 January 2026.

Return from

£431

One-way from

£246

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£552

Good round-trip deal

£532 or less

Good one-way deal

£390 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 2/2-9/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 05m total
  • London to Kigali
18/3
  • 18/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 38h 25m total
  • London to Kigali
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price (£102 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£20 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for return flights in January 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from London to Kigali Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from London to Kigali Intl.

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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 16 January 2026.

Sat 14/306:50
LHR
-
KGL
1 stop10h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 8/419:55
KGL
-
LHR
3 stops17h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/1£429
Fri 30/106:50
LHR
-
KGL
1 stop10h 50m
Brussels Airlines
Fri 13/320:50
KGL
-
LHR
2 stops15h 15m
Brussels Airlines
Deal found 14/1£432
Sun 1/310:00
LGW
-
KGL
1 stop13h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 8/317:40
KGL
-
LGW
1 stop14h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 15/1£434
Mon 2/210:00
LGW
-
KGL
1 stop13h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 9/217:40
KGL
-
LGW
1 stop14h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 14/1£435
Fri 30/106:50
LHR
-
KGL
1 stop10h 50m
Brussels Airlines
Mon 16/320:50
KGL
-
LHR
2 stops15h 15m
Brussels Airlines
Deal found 14/1£436
Fri 4/906:50
LHR
-
KGL
1 stop11h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 18/920:05
KGL
-
LHR
3 stops23h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/1£439
Fri 27/220:15
LHR
-
KGL
2 stops21h 25m
Lufthansa
Thu 12/320:50
KGL
-
LHR
3 stops18h 00m
Lufthansa
Deal found 14/1£443
Mon 27/410:10
LGW
-
KGL
1 stop13h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 11/517:40
KGL
-
LGW
1 stop13h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 14/1£447
Tue 3/206:50
LHR
-
KGL
1 stop10h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 17/220:50
KGL
-
LHR
3 stops21h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1£447
Tue 3/206:50
LHR
-
KGL
1 stop10h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/320:25
KGL
-
LHR
3 stops18h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1£447
Fri 30/106:50
LHR
-
KGL
1 stop10h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 16/320:50
KGL
-
LHR
3 stops18h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1£450
Tue 27/106:50
LHR
-
KGL
1 stop10h 50m
Brussels Airlines
Fri 6/220:50
KGL
-
LHR
2 stops15h 15m
Brussels Airlines
Deal found 15/1£453

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Fly from

London

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonKigali

LGW - KGL

LGWKGL

London Gatwick

Mon 2/2

10:00-01:05

1 stop13h 05m

Kigali Intl

Mon 9/2

17:40-05:40

1 stop14h 00m

£435

LondonKigali

LHR - KGL

LHRKGL

London Heathrow

Mon 2/2

06:50-19:40

1 stop10h 50m

Kigali Intl

Wed 11/2

20:25-10:05

1 stop15h 40m

£480

LondonKigali

LGW - KGL

LGWKGL

London Gatwick

Mon 2/2

10:20-08:00

1 stop19h 40m

Kigali Intl

Wed 11/2

19:40-06:20

1 stop12h 40m

£483

LondonKigali

LHR - KGL

LHRKGL

London Heathrow

Mon 2/2

06:50-19:40

1 stop10h 50m

Kigali Intl

Wed 11/2

20:25-13:00

2 stops18h 35m

£485

LondonKigali

LHR - KGL

LHRKGL

London Heathrow

Thu 5/2

06:50-19:40

1 stop10h 50m

Kigali Intl

Tue 10/2

20:50-10:05

2 stops15h 15m

£499

LondonKigali

LGW - KGL

LGWKGL

London Gatwick

Mon 2/2

10:00-01:05

1 stop13h 05m

Kigali Intl

Sat 7/3

17:40-05:40

1 stop14h 00m

£500

LondonKigali

LHR - KGL

LHRKGL

London Heathrow

Thu 5/2

20:05-19:40

2 stops21h 35m

Kigali Intl

Tue 10/2

20:50-17:05

2 stops22h 15m

£515

LondonKigali

LHR - KGL

LHRKGL

London Heathrow

Thu 29/1

06:50-19:40

1 stop10h 50m

Kigali Intl

Fri 6/2

20:50-21:20

2 stops26h 30m

£523

LondonKigali

LCY - KGL

LCYKGL

London City

Sun 1/3

19:20-19:40

2 stops22h 20m

Kigali Intl

Sun 8/3

20:25-12:55

3 stops18h 30m

£529

LondonKigali

LGW - KGL

LGWKGL

London Gatwick

Sun 1/3

06:25-13:30

2 stops29h 05m

Kigali Intl

Sat 7/3

03:35-16:10

2 stops14h 35m

£529

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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 return flight from London to Kigali. Price data was last updated on 9 January 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Kigali, you should look to book at least 77 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

How long is the flight to Kigali?

On average, a flight from London to Kigali takes 13 hours 10 minutes. Flights to Kigali from other popular cities in United Kingdom will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Kigali?

The cheapest airlines flying from London to Kigali are Turkish Airlines, Egyptair and Brussels Airlines.

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 16 January 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown RwandAir, Brussels Airlines, andEthiopian Air to Rwanda to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

7.7

Crew

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online

Overall

7.7

Crew

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online

Overall

7.7

Crew

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online

Overall

7.7

Crew

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online

Overall

7.7

Crew

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online

Overall

7.7

Crew

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 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

Getting around Kigali

Cars can be hired at the airport, but the city centre can easily be navigated on foot. Public transport is widespread, but can be unreliable. Private hire taxi companies are also an option.

What is good to know if travelling to Kigali?

  • Malaria and STDs are still prevalent in Rwanda, so be sure to take all necessary precautions.
  • Drink bottled water.
  • When is the best time to fly to Kigali?

    Temperature-wise, there isn’t much to choose from. Midday highs are consistently around 28C, 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.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Kigali?

    Kigali Intl (KGL), located 3.2 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights to Kigali.

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

    Yes, flights with stopovers 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, Turkish 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 £146, while return flights cost around £251.

  • How much is a return flight to Kigali?

    A return flight to Kigali will typically cost around £1,079, however they can be found for as little as £251.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Kigali depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Kigali, London offers the quickest one-way flight (8 hours 30 minutes).

  • Does Kigali Intl have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Kigali Intl can take advantage of the car hire 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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