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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Kigali?

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Finding the right flight to Kigali is quick and easy when you have a range of options in front of you, from reputable agents and recognisable airlines. These options can then be filtered down to find the best fit. That is what momondo does. We make finding flights to Kigali quick and easy, saving you time and money.

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Can I find flights to Kigali with flexible booking policies on momondo?

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Yes. All flights to Kigali on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

Question 3

How can momondo help me find flights to Kigali?

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momondo helps you find the best flight to Kigali by providing filters to narrow your choice of flights to those matching your criteria. You can select fights based on numerous factors such as price, departure and landing times, airport and airline.

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I’m not ready to book a flight to Kigali right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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Of course. momondo tracks the price of Kigali flights. All you need is a valid email address and we will do the rest; it is that quick and easy.

Question 5

How far in advance should I book a flight to Kigali?

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We recommend purchasing flights from South Africa to Kigali 53 days ahead of your departure date because this is when momondo users tend to see the best flight rates. On average, our users have found flights to Kigali for R7 733.

Question 6

Is there an alternative airport near Kigali?

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Cyangugu Kamembe Airport can be an alternative airport used for travel to Kigali.

Question 7

Which airlines fly to Kigali?

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Based on our data, the most popular airlines that fly to Kigali from South Africa are RwandAir, Ethiopian Air, Kenya Airways and Qatar Airways. There may also be other airline options depending on where in South Africa you’re flying from.

Question 8

Qatar Airways Flights to Kigali

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The most popular airline for flights to Kigali on momondo is Qatar Airways, which operates 23 flights in this direction every week. Most depart out of Entebbe, with the best deal for Qatar Airways flights to Kigali being R10 531 (return, Johannesburg OR Tambo to Kigali, momondo searches within the last 72 hours). In 3 607 Qatar Airways reviews, it is rated 7,4 by momondo users.

Question 9

Ethiopian Air Flights to Kigali

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Ethiopian Air flight deals to Kigali start from R5 473 - this is the best price found recently on momondo, and was a return journey departing from Cape Town Intl. Over any normal week, Ethiopian Air flight prices are typically higher, but vary depending on where you fly from - Addis Ababa Bole is the most popular Ethiopian Air departure point to Kigali so generally has the most availability. Ethiopian Air is scored a 7,2/10 in 803 reviews.

Question 10

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Kigali Intl Airport?

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Prices for flights to Kigali Intl Airport are updated daily.

Question 11

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Kigali Intl Airport?

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There are 4 operators available for flights to Kigali Intl Airport as of July 2025.

Question 12

How old do you have to be to fly to Kigali Intl Airport?

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The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel to Kigali Intl Airport.

Question 13

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Kigali Intl Airport?

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The required travel and health documents for your Kigali Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Kigali Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Question 14

What is the cheapest month to fly to Kigali?

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The cheapest month to fly to Kigali from South Africa is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around R6 626, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you are unable to visit Kigali during the month of February, then departing from South Africa during the month March is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R6 626.

Question 15

How long does it take to fly to Kigali?

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Flight times vary depending on what airport in South Africa you fly out of and what airport in Kigali you fly into. For example, flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Kigali Intl takes 3h 50m on average. On the other hand, flying from Cape Town Intl to Kigali Intl takes 10h 30m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo to see if there are any available for your route.

Question 16

How far in advance should I book a flight to Kigali?

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You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Kigali from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Kigali for around R7 733 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Kigali from South Africa for as low as R7 127 on momondo.

Question 17

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Kigali?

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The cheapest day to depart from South Africa to Kigali is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as R8 268. The most expensive day to fly to Kigali is Friday, with ticket prices averaging around R9 242.

Question 18

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Kigali?

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Flying to Kigali from South Africa at midday is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as R6 190 when looking at flights departing at midday. Flights to Kigali are more costly in the afternoon, with an average ticket price of R9 261. Departure times in the afternoon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO KIGALI FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	February	15% cheaper	Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kigali costs on average just R6 626 in February
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO KIGALI FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	December	16% more expensive	It costs about R8 989 for flights to Kigali from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO KIGALI FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	August	197% more users visited	More momondo users searched in flights to Kigali from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in August than any other month

Best One-Way Price	R4 262
Best Round-Trip Price	R6 088
Fastest flight time	3h 50m
Popular in	December

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