Travelling from Dubai to Kigali International Airport (KGL): What you need to know
Dubai's main base, Dubai International Airport (DXB), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Dubai to Kigali International Airport (KGL).
6 hours is the average journey time for a direct Dubai to Kigali International Airport flight.
The timezone in Kigali is UTC+2, which is two hours behind Dubai. Kigali International Airport is located in Kigali.
The most popular route is from Dubai International Airport (DXB) to Kigali International Airport (KGL). You can choose from 6 direct services each week. RwandAir operates a 1:50am departure between DXB and KGL.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Dubai to KGL. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as January and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
You can take a direct flight from Dubai to Kigali International Airport (KGL) departing from Dubai International Airport (DXB).
RwandAir is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Dubai to Kigali International Airport taking off from DXB.
RwandAir is the most frequently booked airline offering flights from DXB to KGL.
With a reliable 100.0% of services arriving as planned, RwandAir is the most punctual carrier operating on this route.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even explore a different city. When searching for cheap flights from Dubai to KGL departing from Dubai International Airport (DXB), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Your journey might pause in:
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Entebbe International Airport (EBB)
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Dubai, DXB can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Dubai International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Dubai to Kigali International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Dubai International Airport, data shows 71% of flights complete their journey on time.
Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Think about building a stopover into your journey at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS). It's a key transfer point for flights from Dubai to Kigali International Airport (KGL) out of Al Maktoum International Airport.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Dubai to DWC in around 1 hour 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 40 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Dubai to KGL flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Al Maktoum International Airport:
71% of flights departing Al Maktoum International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Kigali International Airport (KGL)
Consider booking a hotel close to KGL if you have a late flight from Dubai to Kigali International Airport. Select one of these options and get some sleep sooner:
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle around one week before your Dubai to Kigali International Airport flight.
Getting from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to central Kigali
Central Kigali is roughly 8 kilometres from Kigali International Airport. Travel times by car hire or taxi will vary depending on traffic conditions and time of day, so do some research ahead of your trip.
It takes around 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Kigali International Airport (KGL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Kigali International Airport is RM1,264. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM2,081. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
To snag cheap flights from Dubai to KGL, book your plane ticket six months ahead of your planned departure.
The best month for picking up cheap Dubai to Kigali International Airport tickets is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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The best time to fly from Dubai to Kigali International Airport (KGL)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding when to fly. January is the quietest month to go to Kigali. August is when most people book flights from Dubai to Kigali International Airport (KGL), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Book a Dubai to KGL plane ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Kigali to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
December has temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Dubai to Kigali International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Kigali
After booking your flight from Dubai to Kigali International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Kigali:
There are plenty of terrific things to do in Kigali when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Start exploring at Camp Kigali Memorial followed by Kigali Cultural Village and Mt. Kigali.