Travelling from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Kigali International Airport (KGL): what you need to know
Around 8 hours 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Brussels Airport to Kigali International Airport.
The timezone in Kigali is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Brussels.
You can choose from ten weekly Brussels Airport to Kigali International Airport flights. The 10:00 departure with Brussels Airlines is the earliest you can take. Brussels Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 10:25.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your BRU to KGL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Jetting into Kigali (and then discovering more of Rwanda!) is a breeze with Brussels Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Brussels Airport to Kigali International Airport.
Brussels Airlines has the highest passenger demand on this route.
Among carriers operating BRU to KGL flights, Brussels Airlines has the best track record for timely arrivals.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Brussels Airport to Kigali International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between BRU and KGL:
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Kigali International Airport (KGL)
Right now, RM1,348 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Brussels Airport to Kigali International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is RM2,232. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Book ten months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from BRU to KGL.
Schedule your trip for September. That's the cheapest month for flights from Brussels Airport to Kigali International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from BRU to KGL by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Brussels Airport to Kigali International Airport.
Handy information about Brussels Airport (BRU)
71.97% of flights taking off from Brussels Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Central Brussels to Brussels Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The journey on public transport usually takes 40 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Brussels Airport to Kigali International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to BRU:
Arriving at Kigali International Airport (KGL)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Brussels Airport to Kigali International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near KGL instead:
Pick up a Kigali International Airport rental car from popular companies like Europcar or Green Motion. With your own wheels, you can go beyond Kigali and explore places most visitors tend to miss.
Reserving your ride from Kigali International Airport around one week in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to central Kigali
From Kigali International Airport, Kigali is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
It takes roughly 1 hour 55 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Kigali International Airport (KGL)
January is the most popular month for flights from Brussels Airport to Kigali International Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Kigali in April.
The warmest month in Kigali is August, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Brussels Airport to Kigali International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BRU to KGL in May. Average temperatures are between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
Explore more of Rwanda
See the best of Kigali, then make your way to other must-see parts of Rwanda. Head south-west to Butare, about 80 kilometres away. Ngoma Genocide Memorial and Chapel are ideal first stops here.
Any journey through Rwanda should include a visit to Gitarama. Muhanga Design centre and Paroisse Saint André Gitarama are just two of the highlights in this well-known destination, which is around 40 kilometres south-west of Kigali.