What is the cheapest airline that flies from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Kigali Intl?

RwandAir is the most popular carrier operating from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Kigali Intl

What airlines fly to Kigali?

RwandAir, Kenya Airways and Ethiopian Air are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Kigali from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport according to our data. RwandAir is the first choice among our users, with 83% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Kigali. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Kigali on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Kigali on average per day?

As of March 2026, there are 10 flights per day flying from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Kigali. The most common time of day flights depart is 7:00AM, with 34% of flights taking off at noon.

How old do you have to be to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Kigali Intl Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Kigali Intl Airport.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your Kigali Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Q: How many flights depart from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Kigali on average per week?

As of March 2026, there are 74 flights per week flying from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Kigali. The most common day of the week flights depart is Wed, with 23% of flights taking off on this day.

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8:50 pm - 9:30 pm

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KGL

1h 40mnonstop

5:30 pm - 8:10 pm

KGL

NBO

1h 40mnonstop

$492RwandAir

Sun, Mar 29 - Thu, Apr 2

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$509RwandAir

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Kenya Airways flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Kigali

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Mar 30

NBO1:30 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

1h 30m

KGL2:00 pmKigali Intl

Mar 31

KGL9:00 amKigali Intl

1h 30m

NBO11:30 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

$537

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Mar 23

NBO7:30 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

1h 30m

KGL8:00 amKigali Intl

Mar 28

KGL8:45 amKigali Intl

1h 30m

NBO11:15 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

$539

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Apr 1

NBO12:05 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

1h 30m

KGL12:35 amKigali Intl

Apr 7

KGL9:00 amKigali Intl

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NBO11:30 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

$553

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Mar 29

NBO5:30 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

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KGL6:00 amKigali Intl

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KGL1:00 amKigali Intl

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NBO4:55 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

$492

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Mar 23

NBO1:00 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

1h 30m

KGL1:30 pmKigali Intl

Mar 30

KGL5:30 pmKigali Intl

1h 40m

NBO8:10 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

$493

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May 21

NBO8:50 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

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KGL9:30 pmKigali Intl

May 24

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Kigali

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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 Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport during April instead. Flights to Kigali in April, while not as cheap as those in October, still average around $387.

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

Our data shows that Saturday is the least expensive day to fly to Kigali. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $441. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Monday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Kigali on Monday is $505.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Kigali is at noon. Flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Kigali during this time can be as low as $458. In the afternoon is when there is more demand to fly to Kigali, so prices are often more expensive at around $545 per ticket.

What is the cheapest Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Kigali Intl flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Kigali from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Kigali for around $452 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Kigali from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport for as low as $301 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Kigali Intl flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Kigali Intl flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Kigali flight prices changed over time?

As of March 2026, prices for Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Kigali flights are approximately 13% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found	$424
Fastest flight time	1h 30m
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The best one-way flight to Kigali from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport in the past 72 hours is $424. The best round-trip flight deal from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Kigali found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $498.

The fastest flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Kigali takes 1h 30m

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How far is Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Kigali Intl by plane?
Kigali Intl is 473.6 mi away from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl. 1h 30m is a normal flight duration for this route.
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How old do you have to be to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Kigali Intl Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Kigali Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Kigali Intl Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Kigali Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
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Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Kigali is Embraer 190 (25.63% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) (14.57%), De Havilland (Bombardier) DHC-8-400 Dash 8Q (14.51%), and Boeing 737 (10.04%).
What is the most popular airline from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Kigali?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Kigali is RwandAir (82% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are Kenya Airways (14%) and Ethiopian Air (4%).

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Kenya Airways	PriceFrom $291	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 300 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
RwandAir	PriceFrom $334	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.7 40 reviews	Search RwandAir flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom $418	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 971 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights

RwandAir Flights From Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Kigali
Across 8 RwandAir flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Kigali this week, the average price was $463, with the best RwandAir deals starting from $334 round-trip. 40 users have rated RwandAir on momondo, with an average score of 7.7/10.
Kenya Airways Flights From Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Kigali
The best Kenya Airways deal for Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Kigali flight tickets found on momondo in the last 72 hours was $291, round-trip. It should be noted that an average Kenya Airways flight deal for this route in this time was higher, at $541 round-trip. Kenya Airways operates 9 flights out of Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport into Kigali in an average week, so prices vary by time and availability. 300 Kenya Airways reviews by users on momondo have scored the airline at 6.8/10.

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