Flying from Mumbai Airport (BOM) to Kigali Airport (KGL): what you need to know
Kigali is three hours 30 minutes behind Mumbai and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your BOM to KGL flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like November? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Mumbai Airport to Kigali Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between BOM and KGL:
Dubai Airport
Addis Ababa Airport
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Mumbai Airport (BOM) to Kigali Airport (KGL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Mumbai Airport to Kigali Airport flight is RM585. A return ticket is currently RM1,695. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BOM to KGL if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Mumbai Airport to Kigali Airport across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Mumbai Airport to Kigali Airport.
Handy information about Mumbai Airport (BOM)
When it comes to Mumbai Airport's on-time performance, 56% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Mumbai to Mumbai Airport is around 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 45 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
You can expect a journey time of about 1 hour when using public transport.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near BOM. Whether you're taking an early flight from Mumbai Airport to Kigali Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Kigali Airport (KGL)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Mumbai Airport to Kigali Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near KGL instead:
Pick up a Kigali Airport rental car from outlets like Europcar or Green Motion. With your own set of wheels, you can venture farther out of Kigali and visit places that usually fly under the radar.
Reserving your vehicle from Kigali Airport about one week ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Kigali Airport (KGL) to central Kigali
From Kigali Airport, Kigali is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It'll take around 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Kigali Airport (KGL)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Mumbai Airport to Kigali Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Kigali. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Mumbai Airport to Kigali Airport for August if you want to explore Kigali during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
December has average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Look for cheap tickets from BOM to KGL sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Rwanda
Kigali is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to what Rwanda has to offer. Continue your journey in Butare, which is about 80 kilometres away to the south-west. From Ngoma Genocide Memorial to Cyarwa 1994 Genocide Against Tutsi Memorial, there are countless things to do in this must-visit city.
