Search Flights from Nairobi to Kigali

Quick Flight Summary from Nairobi to Kigali

  • Lowest recent price
    1,235 AED
  • Direct flight duration 1 hour 40 min
  • Arrival airports KGL
  • Best days to book Friday, Saturday
  • Average over the last 30 days
    1,141 AED

Cheapest flights from Nairobi to Kigali

Best Price

Qatar Airways

Qatar Airways
4 Nov, Wed
Nairobi – Kigali
12h 55m
1 stop
NBO–KGL

Qatar Airways

Qatar Airways
2 Dec, Wed
Nairobi – Kigali
12h 55m
1 stop
NBO–KGL

Qatar Airways

Qatar Airways
22 Nov, Sun
Nairobi – Kigali
21h 30m
1 stop
NBO–KGL
Cheapest Direct Flight

Kenya Airways

Kenya Airways
5 Dec, Sat
Nairobi – Kigali
1h 30m
Non-stop
NBO–KGL

Kenya Airways

Kenya Airways
27 Nov, Fri
Nairobi – Kigali
1h 30m
Non-stop
NBO–KGL

Kenya Airways

Kenya Airways
30 Oct, Fri
Nairobi – Kigali
1h 30m
Non-stop
NBO–KGL

Kenya Airways

Kenya Airways
31 Oct, Sat
Nairobi – Kigali
1h 30m
Non-stop
NBO–KGL

Qatar Airways

Qatar Airways
1 Nov, Sun
Nairobi – Kigali
21h 30m
1 stop
NBO–KGL

RwandAir

RwandAir
26 Oct, Mon
Nairobi – Kigali
1h 40m
Non-stop
NBO–KGL

Last update: 24 October 2026 08:09

Estimated Prices for Nairobi to Kigali Flights

Cheapest Day4 November Wednesday
Best Price
1,235 AED
Average Price
1,464 AED
2,236 AED
1,235 AED
2,236 AED
25Sun
Oct
1,511 AED
26Mon
1,418 AED
30Fri
1,419 AED
31Sat
1,476 AED
01Sun
Nov
1,235 AED
04Wed
1,290 AED
22Sun
1,413 AED
27Fri
1,235 AED
02Wed
Dec
1,412 AED
05Sat

Key Features of the Airlines

Information compiled by AI. For the most up-to-date information, contact the airline.

Transportation to Airport from Nairobi City Center

Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport

You can reach the airport from Nairobi city center by taxi or the airport shuttle service that is provided by your hotel. There are the minibuses called 'matatu' and the buses for the passengers who prefer public transportation. Renting a car is another transportation alternative you can prefer. You should keep in mind that the traffic in the city is particularly dense during the day, and you should set out early no matter which means of transportation you prefer.

Bus

You can get on the bus number 34 departing from the city center to reach the airport. Ticket price only costs 50 KES and your journey takes about 40 minutes.

Hotel Shuttle Services

Hotel shuttle services offered by the hotels are one of the most comfortable transportation alternatives if you don’t want to lose time with renting a car because it is necessary to bargain with taxi drivers and means of public transportation are troublesome. If your hotel provides this service, you need to contact your hotel in advance and make a reservation to take advantage of this service.

Taxi

Taking a taxi is generally a frequently preferred transportation option in the city. However, you should remember that you need to bargain for taxi fare. If you are going to take a taxi to reach the airport, you can ask your hotel to help you with this, so you can travel by a trusted and safer taxi. You can reach the airport in about half an hour by taking a taxi.  

Matatu

In addition to the buses, matatu option is also available for those who prefer public transportation. You can reach the airport by these minibuses that are quite cheap, but you should keep in mind that you might have difficulty if you have lots of luggage because matatu minibuses are very crowded and the drivers usually drive fast and carelessly.

Rent a car

You can find the offices of many car rental companies in the city center. You need to drive straight through the A101 Mombasa road to reach the airport. If you are going to rent a car only to reach the airport, you can rent a car with a driver or you can rent a car from a company that has an office at the airport.

You should keep in mind that the traffic flows on the left side and the traffic rules are not very effective. You should also remember that the traffic is extremely heavy at certain times before deciding on the time you will leave.  

Transportation to Kigali City Center from Airport

Kigali Intl. Airport

When you arrive at Kigali Airport you will see taxi drivers inviting passengers to their taxis at the terminal exit. Airport taxis are one of the most practical vehicles you can choose to travel to Kigali city center. If the cost of airport taxis is too high, if you exit the terminal and walk for a few minutes you can stop the other taxi services operating in the area. Kiagali International Airport which is 5 kilometers from Kigali city center does not have public transportation vehicles such as buses. Because of this, taxis are the first alternative to the center. Car rental is ideal for travellers planning to spend a few days in and around Kigali.

Taxi

As soon as you step out of the terminal at Kigali International Airport, you will see taxi drivers inviting passengers to their taxis who want to take you to the city center. The journey to Kigali city center is short and comfortable way to travel but the cost of taxis may be a bit expensive. If you want to negotiate a little of the price you can try your luck, but if you are planning to spend more time in the city, you can rent a car from the terminal. You can find a vehicle to travel to Kigali city center by leaving the airport, but this option is not recommended for security reasons especially for those who are travelling to Kigali for the first time. 3 or 4 people that are travelling together can travel in the same taxi. 5 or more passengers travelling together can rent a vehicle suitable for more crowded groups and travel that way to Kigali city center.

Rent a Car

After you have landed at Kigali International Airport you can find car rental alternatives in the terminal. Visitors travelling to the area for the first time can rent a car or speak with their hotel in advance to find a suitable service vehicle that will bring them to Kigali city center. The terminals at Kigali International Airport are very close to each other, so you can walk from one terminal to another. After renting a car it maybe a bit confusing at first, so be sure to get a map that shows the routes in the area in detail so that you can find your way around the Kigali roads more easily.

Motorcycle Taxi

At the exit of Kigali International Airport you can see motorcycle taxis that serve the area. Motorcycle taxis are cheaper than classic taxis but they are not very comfortable. However, those who want a more economical vehicle can get to Kigali city center quickly by the motorcycle taxis. Remember that motorcycle taxis are vehicles that can not take passengers with heavy luggage.

Kigali Weather

5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature

Friday
23 Oct
Clear
25°16°
Today
Saturday
24 Oct
Rain
26°16°
Sunday
25 Oct
Rain
26°15°
Monday
26 Oct
Rain
26°16°
Tuesday
27 Oct
Clear
23°16°

More Information About Kigali

Frequently Asked Questions

When you search for Nairobi-Kigali flights, Wingie directly gathers and compares instant data from all airlines. You can see all Nairobi-Kigali flights together for the date you are looking for and choose the most suitable flight.
For Nairobi-Kigali flights, you can use Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport, Wilson Airport as departure airport, and Kigali Intl. Airport for arrival.
The flight distance between Nairobi-Kigali is 746 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 1 hour 30 minutes.
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Nairobi-Kigali flights is Friday.
Qatar Airways, Kenya Airways, RwandAir, Ethiopian Airlines organizes direct flights between Nairobi-Kigali.
On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with Qatar Airways starts from approximately 1,127 AED.
AirlinePriceStandard inclusions
Kenya Airways
1,359 AED
—
RwandAir
1,451 AED
Penalty-Free Change (up to 48 hours) / Full Refund (up to 48 hours) / 1 piece X 10 kg cabin baggage / 2 pieces X 23 kg checked baggage
Qatar Airways
1,127 AED
Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / Partial Refund (up to 48 hours) / 1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / 2 pieces X 23 kg checked baggage / Complimentary Refreshments
Uganda Airlines
1,231 AED
Paid Change

Last update: 09.10.2026

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