Non-stop flights from Kigali (KGL)
Kigali Airport (IATA: KGL, ICAO: HRYR), also known as Kigali International Airport (Kanombe Airport), is the largest airport in Rwanda.It is Rwanda's main international airport and serves the area of Kigali.Kigali Airport has non-stop passenger flights scheduled to 25 destinations in 21 countries.
At present, there is one domestic flight from Kigali.
The longest flight from Kigali KGL is a 4,102 mile (6,602 km) non-stop route to London Heathrow LHR. This direct flight takes around 10 hours and 1 minute and is operated by RwandAir.
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In total there are 10 airlines flying from and to Kigali. Most flights are operated by one of the following carriers:
Popular destinations from Kigali
Below you can find a list of the most popular destinations from Kigali, based on the number of scheduled flights for this month.
Popular destinations with a stopover
Aside from all non-stop destinations listed above, these are popular destinations from Kigali that require a stopover:
Information on Points & Miles
This section lists destinations within specific distances from Kigali. It's helpful if you're seeking destinations covering certain mileage, which can be useful when planning an award flight or booking with points and miles.
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Destinations from Kigali by flight duration
Discover a variety of destinations from Kigali below, organized by flight duration. This layout allows you to easily identify destinations based on the maximum flight duration you prefer. Additionally, you can utilize the duration filter on the map, which is even more convenient!
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Long-haul Flights from Kigali
Long-haul flights open up the world, enabling travellers from Kigali to easily reach distant destinations! Proper preparation and awareness of what to expect can transform these long journeys into a smoother and more enjoyable experience.
Flights are usually operated by a wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777, 787 Dreamliner, Airbus A330, A350, and A380, offering fuel efficiency and comfort. On most airlines, you can enjoy complimentary food and beverages in Economy Class, as well as seat-back screens with entertainment systems, and even Wi-Fi. Long-haul flights often involve crossing multiple time zones, leading to potential jet lag. Adjusting your sleep schedule to the destination’s time zone before departure can help minimize jet lag.
Finally, don't forget to bring your travel pillow, eye mask, and noise-canceling headphones to make your flight as comfortable as possible, as you will be on the plane for 7 hours or more!
Explore all long-haul destinations from Kigali (with a flight duration of more than 7 hours) below:
Best time to travel from Kigali
When planning a trip from Kigali, the ideal time to travel depends on the climate and location of your destination. To assist you, we've organized all destinations by their climate types.
🌴 Tropical destinations
As of April, you can fly non-stop to 10 tropical locations. These areas are renowned for their rainforests, beaches, and adventurous activities like hiking, diving, and wildlife exploration.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
In the Northern Hemisphere, the dry season for these destinations lasts from November to April, which is the best time to explore them! You can enjoy predominantly dry conditions with tempratures ranging from 25°C to 30°C (77°F to 86°F) during this period, while the wet season might lead to longer rain spells.
🌐 In the Southern Hemisphere:
The tropical spots in the Southern Hemisphere have their dry season from May to October, making it the best time to explore these beautiful destinations. During this dry period, you can expect mostly clear skies. Although the temperatures remain warm throughout the year, ranging from 25°C to 30°C (77°F to 86°F), the wet season can bring days of rain.
🌊 🌧️ Oceanic / Maritime destinations
You can find direct flights from Kigali to 6 different oceanic and maritime locations at the moment. Enjoy the mild weather, green scenery, and a peaceful blend of nature and cultural exploration.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
The oceanic locations in the Northern Hemisphere are ideal for a summer getaway, specifically from May to August, with temperatures from 15°C to 25°C (59°F to 77°F). You'll enjoy pleasantly warm weather, whereas the months from September to February are more prone to rain.
🌐 In the Southern Hemisphere:
As you plan your trip, keep in mind that on the Southern Hemisphere the autumn and winter months in this type of destinations tend to be rainier, from March to August. So, if you prefer sunny skies and outdoor activities, it's best to visit during the summer season, from November to February. During this period, temperatures typically range from 15°C to 25°C (59°F to 77°F).
🌺 Subtropical destinations
Travelers from Kigali can fly directly to 4 subtropical locations. Subtropical locations are known for their warmth, breathtaking vegetation and diverse wildlife, offering a mix of outdoor adventures and cultural experiences.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
You can enjoy those destinations north of the equator at any time — with temperatures that often exceed 30°C (86°F). But they are most enjoyable during the dry season, which lasts from late September to November. During this period, the weather is warm and pleasant, with little rainfall since the wet season has ended.
🌐 In the Southern Hemisphere:
Subtropical destinations located south of the equator can be visited year-round — with temperatures typically around 30°C (86°F), but the best time to experience them is during the dry season. This season typically runs from late March to the end of May, offering travelers warm and delightful weather.
🏜️ Desert destinations
If you're interested in exploring a desert destination accessible via direct flight from Kigali, consider these 3 destinations. Desert locations are renowned for their striking landscapes, adventure activities such as sandboarding and camel riding, and tranquil, starry nights.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
The destinations located in the Northern Hemisphere can be visited year-round, but for a more enjoyable visit, it's best to avoid them during the hot summer months, where temperatures often exceed 40°C (104°F). Consider scheduling your trip between September and May for a more pleasant experience.
🌺 💦 Humid Subtropical destinations
There are direct flights available to one Humid Subtropical / Warm Temperate destination. Known for their hot, humid summers, with temperatures around 30°C (86°F), and mild winters, these destinations feature lush greenery and year-round rainfall. You'll discover a blend of beautiful beaches, dense forests, and lively cities, offering abundant outdoor adventures, cultural sights, and city attractions to explore.
🌐 In the Southern Hemisphere:
The ideal period to visit these destinations is from April to June and again from August to October, although they can be enjoyed year-round.
☀️ Hot Mediterranean destinations
From Kigali you can currently reach one Hot Mediterranean destination with a direct flight. Known for their beautiful coastlines and rich cultural heritage — although depending on your the exact destination of your choice — as well as outdoor lifestyle offering a balance of relaxation, nature, and culture.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
Although Mediterranean destinations in the Northern Hemisphere are nice to visit throughout the year, the best times to explore them are in spring (March-May) and fall (September-November). The temperatures during these seasons are pleasantly warm, which is a nice contrast to the summer heat that often prevails there with temperatures rising above 30°C (86°F).
Business class flights from Kigali
There are 23 airports that have flights from Kigali in Business Class. All airports that offer business class flights from KGL are listed below:
Intercontinental flights from Kigali
The only intercontinental flights operating from Kigali International Airport (Kanombe Airport) (KGL) are between Kigali and Europe and between Kigali and the Middle-East.
* Please note that there are no direct services between Kigali and the United States, Canada, Southern America, Central America, the Caribbean, Southern Asia, China, Japan, Eastern Asia, South-Eastern Asia, Central Asia or Oceania.
Non-stop flights from Kigali to Europe
RwandAir: year-round to London Heathrow (LHR) and Paris (CDG).
Brussels Airlines (Star Alliance): seasonal flights to Brussels (BRU).
KLM (SkyTeam): seasonal flights to Amsterdam (AMS).
Non-stop flights from Kigali to the Middle-East / Western Asia
RwandAir: year-round to Doha (DOH) and Dubai (DXB).
Qatar Airways (Oneworld): year-round to Doha (DOH).
Turkish Airlines (Star Alliance): seasonal flights to Istanbul (IST).
International flights from Kigali
Flights from Kigali to Belgium
Brussels is the only destination in Belgium with direct flights from Kigali. Direct flights to Brussels are offered by Brussels Airlines (Star Alliance).
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Flights from Kigali to Burundi
In Burundi, the only destination that has a direct flight from Kigali is Bujumbura. Direct flights to Bujumbura are offered by RwandAir.
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Flights from Kigali to Cameroon
There is 1 destination in Cameroon that has a direct connection from Kigali, which is Douala. Direct flights to Douala are offered by RwandAir.
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Flights from Kigali to Central African Republic
In Central African Republic, the only destination that has a direct flight from Kigali is Bangui. Direct flights to Bangui are offered by RwandAir.
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Flights from Kigali to Egypt
Cairo is the only destination in Egypt with direct flights from Kigali. Direct flights to Cairo are offered by Egyptair (Star Alliance).
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Flights from Kigali to Ethiopia
There is 1 destination in Ethiopia that has a direct connection from Kigali, which is Addis Ababa. Direct flights to Addis Ababa are offered by Ethiopian Airlines (Star Alliance).
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Flights from Kigali to France
Paris is the only destination in France with direct flights from Kigali. Direct flights to Paris are offered by RwandAir.
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Flights from Kigali to Ghana
In Ghana, the only destination that has a direct flight from Kigali is Accra. Direct flights to Accra are offered by RwandAir.
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Flights from Kigali to Kenya
There is 1 destination in Kenya that has a direct connection from Kigali, which is Nairobi. Non-stop flights to Nairobi are offered by Brussels Airlines (Star Alliance), Kenya Airways (SkyTeam) and RwandAir.
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Flights from Kigali to Netherlands
In Netherlands, the only destination that has a direct flight from Kigali is Amsterdam. Direct flights to Amsterdam are offered by KLM (SkyTeam).
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Flights from Kigali to Nigeria
Lagos is the only destination in Nigeria with direct flights from Kigali. Direct flights to Lagos are offered by RwandAir.
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Flights from Kigali to Qatar
There is 1 destination in Qatar that has a direct connection from Kigali, which is Doha. You can fly non-stop to Doha with Qatar Airways (Oneworld) or RwandAir.
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Flights from Kigali to South Africa
In South Africa, the only destination that has a direct flight from Kigali is Johannesburg. Direct flights to Johannesburg are offered by RwandAir.
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Flights from Kigali to South Sudan
There is 1 destination in South Sudan that has a direct connection from Kigali, which is Juba. Direct flights to Juba are offered by Badr Airlines. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
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Flights from Kigali to Tanzania
There are 4 destinations in Tanzania that have non-stop flights from Kigali.
To Dar es Salaam and Kilimanjaro, you can fly with RwandAir.
You can fly non-stop from Kigali to Mwanza with Coastal Aviation.
The only airline with direct flights to Zanzibar is RwandAir.
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Flights from Kigali to Turkey
In Turkey, the only destination that has a direct flight from Kigali is Istanbul. Direct flights to Istanbul are offered by Turkish Airlines (Star Alliance).
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Flights from Kigali to Uganda
Entebbe is the only destination in Uganda with direct flights from Kigali. From Kigali to Entebbe there are 5 airlines that have direct services, which are Brussels Airlines (Star Alliance), Egyptair (Star Alliance), KLM (SkyTeam), RwandAir and Turkish Airlines (Star Alliance).
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Flights from Kigali to United Arab Emirates
There is 1 destination in United Arab Emirates that has a direct connection from Kigali, which is Dubai. Direct flights to Dubai are offered by RwandAir.
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Flights from Kigali to United Kingdom
London Heathrow is the only destination in United Kingdom with direct flights from Kigali. Direct flights to London Heathrow are offered by RwandAir.
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Flights from Kigali to Zambia
In Zambia, the only destination that has a direct flight from Kigali is Lusaka. Direct flights to Lusaka are offered by RwandAir.
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Flights from Kigali to Zimbabwe
There is 1 destination in Zimbabwe that has a direct connection from Kigali, which is Harare. Direct flights to Harare are offered by RwandAir.
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Domestic flights from Kigali
Flights from Kigali to Rwanda
There is just one domestic flight from Kigali, which is between Kigali and Cyangugu. Direct flights to Cyangugu are offered by RwandAir.
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Alternative airports near Kigali
Below you can find a list of alternative airports to Kigali (KGL). The nearest airports to Kigali (KGL) are Kisoro (KXO) and Goma (GOM).
Frequently asked questions - FAQ
How many airports are there in Kigali?
There is 1 airport in Kigali: Kigali International Airport (Kanombe Airport) (KGL).
What is the best airport to fly from Kigali?
The most convenient airport to fly from Kigali is Kigali International Airport (Kanombe Airport) (KGL).
How many airlines fly from Kigali?
There are 10 airlines flying from Kigali to 25 airports around the world, as of April 2026.
Which airlines fly from Kigali?
RwandAir, Brussels Airlines and Egyptair operate most flights from Kigali. To get a full overview of all operating airlines, please use the airline filter.
Which alliances are flying from Kigali?
Star Alliance, SkyTeam and Oneworld are all flying from Kigali.
How many nonstop flights are there from Kigali?
There are roughly 758 flights departing from Kigali every month (or 175 flights each week), to a total of 25 airports worldwide.
What is the official name of Kigali Airport?
The official name of Kigali Airport is Kigali International Airport (Kanombe Airport).
What is the airport code of Kigali Airport?
The airport code of Kigali Airport is KGL.
What are the most popular flights from Kigali?
Entebbe, Nairobi and Addis Ababa are the 3 most popular routes from Kigali. For a complete overview of all flight routes from Kigali, please use our flight map.
How long is the flight from Kigali?
| Kigali to Entebbe | 1h 5m |
| Kigali to Nairobi | 1h 30m |
| Kigali to Addis Ababa | 2h 25m |
| Kigali to Johannesburg | 3h 50m |
| Kigali to Bujumbura | 45m |
