What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Kigali Intl?

Turkish Airlines, RwandAir, and SAUDIA are the most popular carriers operating from California to Kigali Intl

What airlines fly to Kigali?

United Airlines, KLM and Qatar Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Kigali from California according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 41% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Kigali. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Kigali on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long does it take to fly to Kigali?

Flight times from California to Kigali vary, but if you’re flying out of Los Angeles and flying into Kigali (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 25h on average. Another popular route from California to Kigali is flying from San Francisco to Kigali, which will take roughly 27h 05m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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

Prices for flights from California to Kigali Intl Airport refresh daily.

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The number of operators available for flights from California to Kigali Intl Airport is 5 as of May 2026.

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

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Kigali Intl Airport.

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

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 license 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.

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11:00 pm - 6:50 pm

SFO

KGL

34h 50m

2 stops

8:05 pm - 4:15 pm

KGL

SFO

53h 10m

3 stops

$1,229Multiple Airlines

Sun, Oct 4 - Sat, Oct 10

3:55 pm - 6:55 am

SFO

KGL

30h 00m

1 stop

8:20 am - 1:35 pm

KGL

SFO

38h 15m

2 stops

$1,242Qatar Airways

Mon, Aug 17 - Mon, Aug 24

11:05 am - 7:40 pm

SNA

KGL

22h 35m

2 stops

8:50 pm - 8:56 pm

KGL

SNA

34h 06m

3 stops

$1,246United Airlines

Mon, Nov 2 - Fri, Nov 6

11:15 pm - 6:50 pm

LAX

KGL

34h 35m

2 stops

8:05 pm - 9:35 am

KGL

LAX

46h 30m

3 stops

$1,287United Airlines

Sat, Sep 12 - Sat, Sep 19

6:15 am - 7:30 pm

SFO

KGL

28h 15m

2 stops

8:35 pm - 11:45 am

KGL

SFO

24h 10m

2 stops

$1,330Delta

Sun, Oct 4 - Sat, Oct 10

9:00 pm - 8:00 am

LAX

KGL

50h 00m

2 stops

8:00 pm - 4:05 pm

KGL

LAX

53h 05m

2 stops

$1,347SAUDIA

Sat, Jun 27 - Sat, Jul 4

9:00 pm - 8:00 am

LAX

KGL

26h 00m

2 stops

3:00 pm - 4:05 pm

KGL

LAX

34h 05m

2 stops

$1,349Multiple Airlines

Mon, Aug 17 - Fri, Aug 21

3:55 pm - 1:45 pm

SFO

KGL

36h 50m

1 stop

11:20 pm - 1:35 pm

KGL

SFO

23h 15m

1 stop

$1,404RwandAir

Sun, Jun 21 - Mon, Jul 13

3:55 pm - 6:55 am

SFO

KGL

30h 00m

1 stop

11:20 pm - 1:35 pm

KGL

SFO

23h 15m

1 stop

$1,415RwandAir

Mon, Jun 29 - Mon, Jul 13

7:35 am - 7:30 pm

LAX

KGL

26h 55m

2 stops

8:35 pm - 2:45 pm

KGL

LAX

27h 10m

2 stops

$1,427Delta

Thu, May 21 - Mon, May 25

RwandAir flights from California to Kigali

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RwandAir

Jun 21

SFO3:55 pmSan Francisco

36h 50m

1 stop

KGL1:45 pmKigali Intl

Jul 13

KGL11:20 pmKigali Intl

23h 15m

1 stop

SFO1:35 pmSan Francisco

$1,404

RwandAir

Jun 29

SFO3:55 pmSan Francisco

30h 00m

1 stop

KGL6:55 amKigali Intl

Jul 13

KGL11:20 pmKigali Intl

23h 15m

1 stop

SFO1:35 pmSan Francisco

$1,415

RwandAir

Jun 30

SFO3:55 pmSan Francisco

36h 50m

1 stop

KGL1:45 pmKigali Intl

Jul 13

KGL11:20 pmKigali Intl

23h 15m

1 stop

SFO1:35 pmSan Francisco

$1,418

Brussels Airlines flights from California to Kigali

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Brussels Airlines

May 8

SFO7:15 amSan Francisco

26h 35m

2 stops

KGL6:50 pmKigali Intl

May 18

KGL8:05 pmKigali Intl

31h 33m

3 stops

SFO6:38 pmSan Francisco

$1,607

Brussels Airlines

Jun 3

SNA6:45 amSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

27h 05m

2 stops

KGL6:50 pmKigali Intl

Jun 14

KGL7:55 pmKigali Intl

31h 57m

3 stops

SNA6:52 pmSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

$2,237

Brussels Airlines

Jun 2

SNA2:10 pmSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

43h 40m

2 stops

KGL6:50 pmKigali Intl

Jun 14

KGL7:55 pmKigali Intl

31h 57m

3 stops

SNA6:52 pmSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

$2,254

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San Francisco

Sun 10/4

11:00 pm-6:50 pm

2 stops34h 50m

Kigali Intl

Sat 10/10

8:05 pm-4:15 pm

3 stops53h 10m

$1,229

San FranciscoKigali

SFO - KGL

SFOKGL

San Francisco

Mon 8/17

3:55 pm-6:55 am

1 stop30h 00m

Kigali Intl

Mon 8/24

8:20 am-1:35 pm

2 stops38h 15m

$1,242

Santa AnaKigali

SNA - KGL

SNAKGL

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 11/2

11:05 am-7:40 pm

2 stops22h 35m

Kigali Intl

Fri 11/6

8:50 pm-8:56 pm

3 stops34h 06m

$1,246

Los AngelesKigali

LAX - KGL

LAXKGL

Los Angeles

Sat 9/12

11:15 pm-6:50 pm

2 stops34h 35m

Kigali Intl

Sat 9/19

8:05 pm-9:35 am

3 stops46h 30m

$1,287

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SFO - KGL

SFOKGL

San Francisco

Sun 10/4

6:15 am-7:30 pm

2 stops28h 15m

Kigali Intl

Sat 10/10

8:35 pm-11:45 am

2 stops24h 10m

$1,330

Los AngelesKigali

LAX - KGL

LAXKGL

Los Angeles

Sat 6/27

9:00 pm-8:00 am

2 stops50h 00m

Kigali Intl

Sat 7/4

8:00 pm-4:05 pm

2 stops53h 05m

$1,347

Los AngelesKigali

LAX - KGL

LAXKGL

Los Angeles

Mon 8/17

9:00 pm-8:00 am

2 stops26h 00m

Kigali Intl

Fri 8/21

3:00 pm-4:05 pm

2 stops34h 05m

$1,349

San FranciscoKigali

SFO - KGL

SFOKGL

San Francisco

Sun 6/21

3:55 pm-1:45 pm

1 stop36h 50m

Kigali Intl

Mon 7/13

11:20 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop23h 15m

$1,404

San FranciscoKigali

SFO - KGL

SFOKGL

San Francisco

Mon 6/29

3:55 pm-6:55 am

1 stop30h 00m

Kigali Intl

Mon 7/13

11:20 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop23h 15m

$1,415

Los AngelesKigali

LAX - KGL

LAXKGL

Los Angeles

Thu 5/21

7:35 am-7:30 pm

2 stops26h 55m

Kigali Intl

Mon 5/25

8:35 pm-2:45 pm

2 stops27h 10m

$1,427

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Kigali?

If you aren’t able to travel during the month of October, then book flights to Kigali from California during March instead. Flights to Kigali in March, while not as cheap as those in October, still average around $917.

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The number of operators available for flights from California to Kigali Intl Airport is 5 as of May 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Kigali Intl Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Kigali Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Kigali Intl Airport?
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 license 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.

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