Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between New York and Kigali?

Nairobi (NBO) was the most common stop: 48% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from New York to Kigali?

Flights via Nairobi (NBO) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $881.

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

Kenya Airways, KLM, and RwandAir are the most popular carriers operating from New York to Kigali Intl

How long does it take to fly to Kigali?

Flight times from New York to Kigali vary, but if you’re flying out of Newark and flying into Kigali (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 16h 55m on average. Another popular route from New York to Kigali is flying from New York to Kigali, which will take roughly 19h 47m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

What airlines fly to Kigali?

Kenya Airways, Qatar Airways and Ethiopian Air are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Kigali from New York according to our data. Kenya Airways 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 8 different airlines that fly to Kigali on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from New York to Kigali?

Addis Ababa (ADD) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 2h 08m.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from New York to Kigali?

Flights connecting via Brussels (BRU) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 18h 45m.

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

Prices for flights from New York to Kigali Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

As of August 2025, there are 8 operators available to choose from for flights from New York to Kigali Intl Airport.

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

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 from New York 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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Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,267 to $1,532. The lowest price recently found on this route was $856.

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New York John F Kennedy Intl

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between New York and Kigali?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Kigali?

If you aren’t able to travel during the month of April, then book flights to Kigali from New York during October instead. Flights to Kigali in October, while not as cheap as those in April, still average around $937.

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

Our data shows that Wednesday is the least expensive day to fly to Kigali. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $1,021. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Saturday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Kigali on Saturday is $1,348.

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 in the evening. Flights from New York to Kigali during this time can be as low as $1,154. In the afternoon is when there is more demand to fly to Kigali, so prices are often more expensive at around $1,435 per ticket.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Kigali from New York when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Kigali for around $1,162 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Kigali from New York for as low as $974 on momondo.

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You could potentially save up to 39% on your flight if you consider stops on a New York to Kigali flight.

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Best Price Found	$460
Fastest flight time	16h 55m
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Airports in Kigali	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Kigali from New York in the past 72 hours is $460. The best round-trip flight deal from New York to Kigali found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $856.

The fastest flight from New York to Kigali takes 16h 55m

There are no direct flights from New York to Kigali. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are New York LaGuardia Airport - Kigali Intl Airport, New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport - Kigali Intl Airport and Newark Airport - Kigali Intl Airport.

There is 1 airport near Kigali: Kigali Intl (KGL)

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How far is New York to Kigali Intl by plane?
New York and Kigali Intl are 7036.3 mi apart from one another. Typically, this will take 16h 55m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to Kigali Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from New York to Kigali Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to Kigali Intl Airport?
As of August 2025, there are 8 operators available to choose from for flights from New York to Kigali Intl Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Kigali Intl Airport?
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 from New York 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.
What is the most popular airline from New York to Kigali?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between New York and Kigali, the leading airline is Ethiopian Air, making up 32% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Kenya Airways with 22%, Brussels Airlines with 15%, and RwandAir with 10%.

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Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $784	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,950 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $843	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,611 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom $869	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 835 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom $906	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.9 276 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $940	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,922 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom $989	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,386 reviews	Search KLM flights
Brussels Airlines	PriceFrom $1,037	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 350 reviews	Search Brussels Airlines flights
RwandAir	PriceFrom $1,078	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 36 reviews	Search RwandAir flights

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between New York and Kigali?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Kigali?

If you aren’t able to travel during the month of April, then book flights to Kigali from New York during October instead. Flights to Kigali in October, while not as cheap as those in April, still average around $937.

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

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 in the evening. Flights from New York to Kigali during this time can be as low as $1,154. In the afternoon is when there is more demand to fly to Kigali, so prices are often more expensive at around $1,435 per ticket.

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

Can stopping save me money on New York to Kigali flights?

You could potentially save up to 39% on your flight if you consider stops on a New York to Kigali flight.

How have New York to Kigali flight prices changed over time?

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

Kenya Airways, KLM, and RwandAir are the most popular carriers operating from New York to Kigali Intl

What airlines fly to Kigali?

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between New York and Kigali?

Nairobi (NBO) was the most common stop: 48% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from New York to Kigali?

Flights via Nairobi (NBO) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $881.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from New York to Kigali?

Flights connecting via Brussels (BRU) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 18h 45m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from New York to Kigali?

Addis Ababa (ADD) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 2h 08m.

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