Flying from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to Kigali International Airport (KGL): what you need to know
Kigali's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Kigali nine hours ahead of Phoenix.
Your PHX to KGL flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Opt for a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to look at your options for tickets from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Kigali International Airport. London Heathrow Airport is a popular stopover on the PHX to KGL route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to Kigali International Airport (KGL)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Kigali International Airport flight is RM3,428. A return plane ticket is currently RM4,904. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from PHX to KGL if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Kigali International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
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Pick your ideal 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 Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Kigali International Airport.
Handy information about Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
PHX is located at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
82.57% of flights leaving Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport arrive at their destination on time. Given its solid on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when jetting out of PHX.
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Phoenix. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Kigali International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to PHX:
Arriving at Kigali International Airport (KGL)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Kigali International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near KGL instead:
Secure yourself a Kigali International Airport rental car from popular outlets like Europcar or Green Motion. With your own set of wheels, you can go beyond Kigali and visit places that usually fly under the radar.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Kigali International Airport around one week ahead of your departure.
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.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 55 minutes.
When to fly to Kigali International Airport (KGL)
The quietest month for a flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Kigali International Airport is April, while January is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Kigali based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Kigali International Airport for August if you'd like to go to Kigali during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
May sees average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Search for cheap tickets from PHX to KGL around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Rwanda
Kigali is just the beginning of what Rwanda has to offer. Travel further to Butare, which is about 80 kilometres away to the south-west. From Ngoma Genocide Memorial to Chapel, there's so much to see and do in this exciting city.
Journey 40 kilometres south-west from Kigali to visit Gitarama, another notable destination in Rwanda. Be sure to check out Muhanga Design centre and Paroisse Saint André Gitarama.
