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Flight deals from Douala to Kigali

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Douala Airport to Kigali Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from RM2,437. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Kigali.RM2,400 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Nov.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Douala on Wed, 4 Nov, arriving in Kigali.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,400, select.
Kigali.RM2,474 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Jul.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Douala on Wed, 15 Jul, arriving in Kigali.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,474, select.
Kigali.RM2,476 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Sep.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Douala on Wed, 2 Sep, arriving in Kigali.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,476, select.
Kigali.RM2,477 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 Oct.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Douala on Mon, 19 Oct, arriving in Kigali.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,477, select.
Kigali.RM2,625 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Aug.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Douala on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Kigali.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,625, select.
Kigali.RM2,625 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Feb.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Douala on Wed, 10 Feb, arriving in Kigali.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,625, select.
Kigali.RM2,629 per passenger.Departing Sat, 20 Mar.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Douala on Sat, 20 Mar, arriving in Kigali.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,629, select.
Kigali.RM2,629 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Douala on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Kigali.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,629, select.
Kigali.RM2,810 per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 Jan.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Douala on Wed, 6 Jan, arriving in Kigali.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,810, select.
Kigali.RM3,037 per passenger.Departing Sun, 30 Aug.One-way flight with RwandAir.Outbound direct flight with RwandAir departs from Douala on Sun, 30 Aug, arriving in Kigali.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,037, select.
Kigali.RM3,305 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Oct.One-way flight with RwandAir.Outbound direct flight with RwandAir departs from Douala on Wed, 14 Oct, arriving in Kigali.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,305, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Douala to Kigali

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Douala to Kigali flights are currently cheapest in November.
Jul
from RM2,474
Aug
from RM2,625
Sep
from RM2,476
Oct
from RM2,477
Nov
from RM2,400
Dec
from RM2,629
Jan
from RM2,810
Feb
from RM2,625
Mar
from RM2,629
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Direct flights from Douala to Kigali

Douala to Kigali: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Douala to Kigali below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Kigali.

Kigali

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Douala to Kigali: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM2,400
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time4 hrs, 30 mins
Most popular airlineQatar Airways
Average flights per week5

Finding cheap flights from Douala to Kigali: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Douala to Kigali is RM1,842. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
4 hours and 30 minutes is the average flight time from Douala to Kigali.
Qatar Airways and RwandAir fly direct from Douala to Kigali.
As of July 2026, there are 5 flights per week flying from Douala to Kigali.
The cheapest month to fly from Douala to Kigali is usually November.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Douala Airport to Kigali Airport on Wednesday, 4 November 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 30 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Kigali but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Kigali is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, Ethiopian Airlines and RwandAir offer the cheapest flight tickets to Kigali.

Travelling from Douala Airport (DLA) to Kigali Airport (KGL): what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Douala Airport to Kigali Airport is 4 hours 30 minutes.

  • The timezone in Kigali is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Douala.

  • To ensure you catch your DLA to KGL flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • You can expect longer lines during popular months such as December. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.

  • RwandAir offers direct flights from Douala Airport to Kigali Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Kigali — and maybe even more of Rwanda if your schedule allows.

  • The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is RwandAir.

  • The most punctual carrier offering DLA to KGL flights is RwandAir. Its services land without delay 71.43% of the time.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Douala Airport to Kigali Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between DLA and KGL:

    • Addis Ababa Airport

    • Libreville Airport

    • Brazzaville Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Douala Airport (DLA) to Kigali Airport (KGL)

  • RM2,400 is currently the best price for a one-way Douala Airport to Kigali Airport flight. Return flights start at RM1,842. These fares may change based on availability and demand.

  • Get cheap tickets from DLA to KGL by booking at least one month ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.

  • June is the cheapest month for flights from Douala Airport to Kigali Airport. If you want to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.

  • Landing cheap flights from DLA to KGL is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new deal comes up.

  • Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Douala Airport to Kigali Airport.

Handy information about Douala Airport (DLA)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Douala Airport, data shows 57% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.

  • Douala Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Douala. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Expect a trip time of roughly 45 minutes when using public transport.

  • Need a handy hotel near DLA? If you're catching an early flight from Douala Airport to Kigali Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Kigali Airport (KGL)

  • If you have a late Douala Airport to Kigali Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these hotels near KGL:

  • Grab the keys to a Kigali Airport rental car from providers like Europcar or Green Motion. With your own set of wheels, you can go beyond Kigali and check out places that don't make every guidebook.

  • Booking your ride from Kigali Airport around one week in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.

Getting from Kigali Airport (KGL) to central Kigali

  • Kigali Airport to the centre of Kigali has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.

  • Travelling to the centre by public transport takes around 45 minutes.

When to fly to Kigali Airport (KGL)

  • It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Douala Airport to Kigali Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Kigali. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in March.

  • Lock in your flight from Douala Airport to Kigali Airport for August if you'd like to go to Kigali during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).

  • If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DLA to KGL in December. Temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) then.

Explore more of Rwanda

  • While Kigali is a great introduction to Rwanda, more adventures await you in Butare. Located about 80 kilometres to the south-west, this fascinating place has plenty to keep you busy, like Ngoma Genocide Memorial and Cyarwa 1994 Genocide Against Tutsi Memorial.

Plan the rest of your trip from Douala to Kigali

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