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Flight deals from Nairobi to Kigali Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Nairobi to Kigali Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from RM2,183. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Kigali.RM2,174 per passenger.Departing Sat, 29 Aug, returning Sat, 5 Sep.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sat, 29 Aug, arriving in Kigali.Inbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Kigali on Sat, 5 Sep, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,174, select.
Kigali.RM2,182 per passenger.Departing Sat, 21 Mar, returning Sat, 28 Mar.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sat, 21 Mar, arriving in Kigali.Inbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Kigali on Sat, 28 Mar, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,182, select.
Kigali.RM2,182 per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Dec, returning Sun, 27 Dec.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Mon, 21 Dec, arriving in Kigali.Inbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Kigali on Sun, 27 Dec, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,182, select.
Kigali.RM2,182 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Feb, returning Sun, 21 Feb.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Mon, 1 Feb, arriving in Kigali.Inbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Kigali on Sun, 21 Feb, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,182, select.
Kigali.RM2,183 per passenger.Departing Thu, 16 Apr, returning Thu, 23 Apr.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Thu, 16 Apr, arriving in Kigali.Inbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Kigali on Thu, 23 Apr, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,183, select.
Kigali.RM2,186 per passenger.Departing Tue, 12 May, returning Wed, 13 May.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Tue, 12 May, arriving in Kigali.Inbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Kigali on Wed, 13 May, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,186, select.
Kigali.RM2,191 per passenger.Departing Sun, 29 Mar, returning Mon, 6 Apr.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sun, 29 Mar, arriving in Kigali.Inbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Kigali on Mon, 6 Apr, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,191, select.
Kigali.RM2,191 per passenger.Departing Fri, 24 Jul, returning Tue, 28 Jul.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Fri, 24 Jul, arriving in Kigali.Inbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Kigali on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,191, select.
Kigali.RM2,191 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Jun, returning Thu, 18 Jun.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Thu, 11 Jun, arriving in Kigali.Inbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Kigali on Thu, 18 Jun, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,191, select.
Kigali.RM2,191 per passenger.Departing Sat, 3 Oct, returning Sat, 10 Oct.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sat, 3 Oct, arriving in Kigali.Inbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Kigali on Sat, 10 Oct, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,191, select.
Kigali.RM2,196 per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 Aug, returning Fri, 14 Aug.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Thu, 6 Aug, arriving in Kigali.Inbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Kigali on Fri, 14 Aug, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,196, select.
Kigali.RM2,196 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Apr, returning Mon, 4 May.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Thu, 30 Apr, arriving in Kigali.Inbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Kigali on Mon, 4 May, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,196, select.
Kigali.RM2,205 per passenger.Departing Fri, 3 Apr, returning Mon, 8 Jun.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Fri, 3 Apr, arriving in Kigali.Inbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Kigali on Mon, 8 Jun, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,205, select.
Kigali.RM2,207 per passenger.Departing Sun, 29 Mar, returning Mon, 1 Jun.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sun, 29 Mar, arriving in Kigali.Inbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Kigali on Mon, 1 Jun, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,207, select.
Kigali.RM2,208 per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Dec, returning Mon, 4 Jan.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Mon, 21 Dec, arriving in Kigali.Inbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Kigali on Mon, 4 Jan, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,208, select.
Kigali.RM2,208 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Sep, returning Sun, 27 Sep.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Wed, 23 Sep, arriving in Kigali.Inbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Kigali on Sun, 27 Sep, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,208, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Nairobi to Kigali

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Nairobi to Kigali flights are currently cheapest in March.
Mar
from RM2,182
Apr
from RM2,183
May
from RM2,186
Jun
from RM2,191
Jul
from RM2,191
Aug
from RM2,196
Sep
from RM2,208
Oct
from RM2,191
Nov
from RM2,208
Dec
from RM2,182
Jan
from RM2,339
Feb
from RM2,182

Direct flights from Nairobi to Kigali

Nairobi to Kigali: Alternative routes

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Nairobi to Kigali: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM2,174
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time1 hr, 32 mins
Most popular airlineRwandAir
Average flights per week174

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Finding cheap flights from Nairobi to Kigali: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Nairobi to Kigali is RM2,174. 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.
1 hour and 32 minutes is the average flight time from Nairobi to Kigali.
RwandAir, Kenya Airways and KLM fly direct from Nairobi to Kigali.
As of March 2026, there are 174 flights per week flying from Nairobi to Kigali.
The cheapest month to fly from Nairobi to Kigali is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Nairobi to Kigali Airport on Saturday, 29 August 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 32 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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Kigali is Kenya Airways .

Travelling from Nairobi to Kigali International Airport (KGL): What you need to know

  • Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) is Nairobi's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Nairobi to Kigali International Airport (KGL) jetting off from here.

  • 1 hour 30 minutes is the average journey time for a direct Nairobi to Kigali International Airport flight.

  • Kigali International Airport is located in Kigali. The city runs on the UTC+2 timezone and is one hour behind Nairobi.

  • Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Kigali International Airport (KGL) is the most popular route. There are 42 direct departures a week to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, hop on the last flight with RwandAir at 8:50pm. Opt for the first NBO to KGL departure operated by Kenya Airways at 12:05am if you're aiming for an earlier start.

  • For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from Nairobi to KGL.

  • Popular months like July or other busy periods mean longer lines and possible delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by getting to the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

Airports in Nairobi

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)

  • Go straight to your destination from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). Nonstop flights from Nairobi to Kigali International Airport (KGL) can be booked from here.

  • You can get away on a direct flight from Nairobi to Kigali International Airport with Kenya Airways. This popular carrier operates services from NBO.

  • The majority of passengers prefer to fly with Kenya Airways from NBO to KGL.

  • Kenya Airways is the best performing carrier for punctuality on this route.

  • Travelling from central Nairobi to NBO takes about 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • In search of a comfortable hotel close to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Nairobi to Kigali International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:

  • 62% of flights taking off from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport land at their destination on time.

Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL)

  • WIL is about 10 kilometres from central Nairobi. It'll take you 20 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 35 minutes.

  • Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Nairobi to KGL flight? Kick back in a hotel near Nairobi Wilson Airport before your break officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:

  • Nairobi Wilson Airport has an on-time performance rate of 72%. This figure provides insight into how frequently flights that take off from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.

About Kigali International Airport (KGL)

Getting from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to central Kigali

  • The centre of Kigali is about 8 kilometres from Kigali International Airport. Journey times by car hire or taxi will vary depending on time of day, so do a little research before you go.

  • It takes roughly 45 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Kigali International Airport (KGL)

  • Currently, RM1,107 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Nairobi to Kigali International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM2,174. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To snap up cheap flights from Nairobi to KGL, book your ticket six months ahead of your departure date.

  • The best month for scoring cheap Nairobi to Kigali International Airport tickets is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.

  • Locking in a cheap plane ticket from Nairobi to KGL is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as prices go down.

  • Save on your flight from Nairobi to Kigali International Airport by using filters. Choose your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Nairobi to Kigali International Airport (KGL)

  • January is the quietest month for flights from Nairobi to Kigali International Airport (KGL), while August is the most popular. Find the best time to visit Kigali based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.

  • The warmest month in Kigali is August, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Nairobi to KGL plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Nairobi to Kigali International Airport in December when temperatures are between 14ºC (57ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).

More about Kigali

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Kigali right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from Nairobi to Kigali International Airport:

  • There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be tricky to know where to begin. Camp Kigali Memorial, Kigali Cultural Village and Mt. Kigali are highlights which should be on every Kigali itinerary.

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