What airlines fly to Kigali?

Qatar Airways, Ethiopian Air and Kenya Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Kigali from New York according to our data. Qatar Airways is the first choice among our users, with 36% 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.

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

Flights via Nairobi (NBO) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $1,080.

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

Delta, Qatar Airways, and Lufthansa 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 17h 45m on average. Another popular route from New York to Kigali is flying from New York to Kigali, which will take roughly 20h 17m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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

Doha (DOH) was the most common stop: 75% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

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

Brussels (BRU) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 2h 42m.

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: 17h 22m.

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 2026, there are 5 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.

$452 Cheap Flights from New York to Kigali in 2026

Discover deals from 900+ travel sites with momondo.

Find the cheapest flights from New York to Kigali

Round-trip

One-way

Last minute

Cheap round-trip flights

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.

1:45 pm - 7:00 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-KGL Kigali Intl

23h 15m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

8:00 pm - 7:35 amKGL Kigali Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

17h 35m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

$910Kenya Airways

Sun, Oct 4 - Mon, Oct 19

1:45 pm - 8:00 amJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-KGL Kigali Intl

35h 15m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

3:40 am - 6:35 amKGL Kigali Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

33h 55m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

$931Kenya Airways

Tue, Dec 1 - Mon, Dec 7

5:12 pm - 7:30 pmLGA New York LaGuardia-KGL Kigali Intl

44h 18m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Amsterdam Schiphol

8:35 pm - 7:57 amKGL Kigali Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia

41h 22m3 stops Entebbe Amsterdam Schiphol Toronto Pearson Intl

$937Delta

Wed, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 16

9:35 pm - 7:30 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-KGL Kigali Intl

39h 55m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Amsterdam Schiphol

8:35 pm - 2:35 pmKGL Kigali Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

24h 00m2 stops Entebbe Amsterdam Schiphol

$941Delta

Wed, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 16

10:00 pm - 6:00 amJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-KGL Kigali Intl

26h 00m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

11:20 pm - 3:35 pmKGL Kigali Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

22h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$969Qatar Airways

Tue, Oct 13 - Fri, Oct 30

10:00 pm - 1:45 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-KGL Kigali Intl

33h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

1:00 am - 10:20 pmKGL Kigali Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

27h 20m3 stops Entebbe Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Doha Hamad Intl

$992Qatar Airways

Tue, Oct 13 - Thu, Oct 29

8:55 pm - 1:05 amJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-KGL Kigali Intl

21h 10m2 stops Abidjan Felix H. Boigny Addis Ababa Bole

10:30 am - 6:55 pmKGL Kigali Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

39h 25m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Abidjan Felix H. Boigny

$997Ethiopian Air

Sat, Nov 14 - Sun, Nov 22

9:45 pm - 1:05 amEWR Newark-KGL Kigali Intl

21h 20m2 stops Lome Addis Ababa Bole

10:40 am - 7:45 pmKGL Kigali Intl-EWR Newark

39h 05m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Lome

$999Ethiopian Air

Thu, Sep 24 - Wed, Sep 30

11:20 am - 1:45 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-KGL Kigali Intl

20h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

4:20 pm - 8:50 amKGL Kigali Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

22h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,024RwandAir

Mon, Sep 28 - Sat, Oct 3

11:20 am - 1:45 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-KGL Kigali Intl

20h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

11:20 pm - 3:10 pmKGL Kigali Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

21h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,028RwandAir

Wed, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 16

Cheap last minute flights

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.

9:45 pm - 1:05 amEWR Newark-KGL Kigali Intl

21h 20m2 stops Lome Addis Ababa Bole

10:40 am - 7:45 pmKGL Kigali Intl-EWR Newark

39h 05m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Lome

$1,029Ethiopian Air

Tue, Aug 18 - Wed, Aug 26

9:15 pm - 8:55 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-KGL Kigali Intl

17h 40m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

11:00 pm - 12:29 pmKGL Kigali Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

19h 29m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

$1,183KLM

Tue, Aug 18 - Wed, Aug 26

4:30 pm - 7:30 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-KGL Kigali Intl

21h 00m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol

11:00 pm - 12:29 pmKGL Kigali Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

19h 29m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

$1,203Multiple Airlines

Tue, Aug 18 - Wed, Aug 26

1:45 pm - 8:00 amJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-KGL Kigali Intl

36h 15m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

9:00 am - 7:35 amKGL Kigali Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

28h 35m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

$1,240Kenya Airways

Tue, Aug 18 - Wed, Aug 26

9:45 pm - 1:05 amEWR Newark-KGL Kigali Intl

21h 20m2 stops Lome Addis Ababa Bole

10:40 am - 7:45 pmKGL Kigali Intl-EWR Newark

39h 05m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Lome

$1,270Ethiopian Air

Tue, Aug 18 - Wed, Aug 26

1:45 pm - 8:00 amJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-KGL Kigali Intl

36h 15m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

9:00 am - 7:35 amKGL Kigali Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

28h 35m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

$1,316Kenya Airways

Tue, Aug 18 - Wed, Aug 26

10:00 pm - 1:45 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-KGL Kigali Intl

33h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

3:50 pm - 9:00 amKGL Kigali Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

23h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,687RwandAir

Tue, Aug 18 - Wed, Aug 26

10:00 pm - 6:55 amJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-KGL Kigali Intl

26h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

3:50 pm - 9:00 amKGL Kigali Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

23h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,701RwandAir

Wed, Aug 19 - Wed, Aug 26

1:20 am - 1:30 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-KGL Kigali Intl

30h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

5:30 pm - 3:10 pmKGL Kigali Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

51h 40m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Doha Hamad Intl

$1,903Qatar Airways

Mon, Aug 17 - Wed, Aug 26

1:20 am - 1:30 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-KGL Kigali Intl

30h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

5:30 pm - 3:10 pmKGL Kigali Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

51h 40m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Doha Hamad Intl

$1,929Qatar Airways

Mon, Aug 17 - Wed, Aug 26

Save money when you book flights with momondo

Big names and deals

Search 100s of travel sites to compare prices.

Filter for what you want

Free Wi-Fi? Stopover? Instantly customize your results.

Trusted and free

We’re completely free to use - no hidden charges or fees.

Price Alerts

Not ready to book? to track prices.

Search flight deals

Kenya Airways flights from New York to Kigali

Our best Kenya Airways deals on New York to Kigali flight tickets

Kenya Airways

Oct 13

JFK1:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

36h 10m

1 stop

KGL7:55 amKigali Intl

Oct 26

KGL3:40 amKigali Intl

33h 55m

1 stop

JFK7:35 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$905

Kenya Airways

Oct 4

JFK1:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

23h 15m

1 stop

KGL7:00 pmKigali Intl

Oct 19

KGL8:00 pmKigali Intl

17h 35m

1 stop

JFK7:35 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$910

Kenya Airways

Sep 5

JFK1:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

36h 15m

1 stop

KGL8:00 amKigali Intl

Feb 6

KGL8:50 amKigali Intl

28h 45m

1 stop

JFK6:35 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,016

Qatar Airways flights from New York to Kigali

Our best Qatar Airways deals on New York to Kigali flight tickets

Qatar Airways

Oct 13

JFK10:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

26h 00m

2 stops

KGL6:00 amKigali Intl

Oct 30

KGL11:20 pmKigali Intl

22h 15m

1 stop

JFK3:35 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$969

Qatar Airways

Sep 7

JFK10:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

33h 30m

2 stops

KGL1:30 pmKigali Intl

Sep 14

KGL3:50 pmKigali Intl

23h 10m

1 stop

JFK9:00 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$973

Qatar Airways

Oct 13

JFK10:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

33h 45m

1 stop

KGL1:45 pmKigali Intl

Oct 29

KGL1:00 amKigali Intl

27h 20m

3 stops

JFK10:20 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$992

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

Quickest round-trip

New YorkKigali

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - KGL Kigali Intl

JFKKGL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 10/4

1:45 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop23h 15m

Kigali Intl

Mon 10/19

8:00 pm-7:35 am

1 stop17h 35m

$910

New YorkKigali

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - KGL Kigali Intl

JFKKGL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 12/1

1:45 pm-8:00 am

1 stop35h 15m

Kigali Intl

Mon 12/7

3:40 am-6:35 am

1 stop33h 55m

$931

New YorkKigali

LGA New York LaGuardia - KGL Kigali Intl

LGAKGL

New York LaGuardia

Wed 9/9

5:12 pm-7:30 pm

2 stops44h 18m

Kigali Intl

Wed 9/16

8:35 pm-7:57 am

3 stops41h 22m

$937

New YorkKigali

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - KGL Kigali Intl

JFKKGL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 9/9

9:35 pm-7:30 pm

2 stops39h 55m

Kigali Intl

Wed 9/16

8:35 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops24h 00m

$941

New YorkKigali

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - KGL Kigali Intl

JFKKGL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 10/13

10:00 pm-6:00 am

2 stops26h 00m

Kigali Intl

Fri 10/30

11:20 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop22h 15m

$969

New YorkKigali

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - KGL Kigali Intl

JFKKGL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 10/13

10:00 pm-1:45 pm

1 stop33h 45m

Kigali Intl

Thu 10/29

1:00 am-10:20 pm

3 stops27h 20m

$992

New YorkKigali

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - KGL Kigali Intl

JFKKGL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 11/14

8:55 pm-1:05 am

2 stops21h 10m

Kigali Intl

Sun 11/22

10:30 am-6:55 pm

2 stops39h 25m

$997

NewarkKigali

EWR Newark - KGL Kigali Intl

EWRKGL

Newark

Thu 9/24

9:45 pm-1:05 am

2 stops21h 20m

Kigali Intl

Wed 9/30

10:40 am-7:45 pm

2 stops39h 05m

$999

New YorkKigali

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - KGL Kigali Intl

JFKKGL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 9/28

11:20 am-1:45 pm

1 stop20h 25m

Kigali Intl

Sat 10/3

4:20 pm-8:50 am

1 stop22h 30m

$1,024

New YorkKigali

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - KGL Kigali Intl

JFKKGL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 9/9

11:20 am-1:45 pm

1 stop20h 25m

Kigali Intl

Wed 9/16

11:20 pm-3:10 pm

1 stop21h 50m

$1,028

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Showing 1-10 of 20 resultsSorted by cheapest first

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from New York to Kigali

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

Prices

Airlines

Layovers

Other information

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $1,193 to $1,292.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $905.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Kigali?

If you aren’t able to travel during the month of February, then book flights to Kigali from New York during November instead. Flights to Kigali in November, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around $932.

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

You could potentially save up to 17% 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?

When to book flights from New York to Kigali

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from New York to Kigali according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

Estimated round-trip price

Cheap New York to Kigali (NYC to KGL) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from New York to Kigali

Fastest flight time	17h 45m
Direct flights	None

The fastest flight from New York to Kigali takes 17h 45m

There are no direct flights from New York to Kigali. There are no popular flight routes from New York to Kigali.

Search flight deals

Frequently asked questions about flying from New York to Kigali

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 17h 45m 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 2026, there are 5 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 Qatar Airways, making up 32% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Kenya Airways with 24%, Ethiopian Air with 17%, and Brussels Airlines with 11%.

Best airlines flying from New York to Kigali

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from New York to Kigali with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Brussels Airlines	PriceFrom $470	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 430 reviews	Search Brussels Airlines flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom $557	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 323 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
RwandAir	PriceFrom $643	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 42 reviews	Search RwandAir flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom $830	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 1,027 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $852	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,739 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights

Why use momondo?

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

momondo compares prices from hundreds of airlines and agents so you can find and book the best deal on flights from New York to Kigali. Millions of users trust and use momondo every year so you are in good hands.

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

Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for New York to Kigali flights to just show those with flexible booking policies.

How can momondo help me find flights from New York to Kigali?

Once you have performed a search for New York to Kigali flights, momondo helps you find the right one by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.

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

If you are not ready to book a flight from New York to Kigali now, use our insights above to find helpful tips or alternatively set up a price alert, where momondo will track prices on flights to Kigali and let you know when they change.

An easier way to manage your Kigali trip

We make it super easy to schedule, organize and travel with friends or family. Trips is free — and available to use no matter where you book.

Start using Trips

Find my bookings

Get notified when prices go down

Daily price changes in your inbox - only with Price Alerts.

1 adult

Mon 9/14

Mon 9/21

Email me momondo's favorite deals

By creating a price alert you accept our terms of use and privacy policy.

Find better results for your trip to Rwanda

Nearby airports

Airlines

Cabin classes

Other Rwanda destinations

Other flights from New York

Complete your trip

Feeling lucky

Airports servicing Rwanda

Cyangugu Kamembe Airport

Cheap flights from New York to Kigali from $454

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from New York to Kigali departing on 8/26. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.

Find the cheapest flights from New York to Kigali

Cheap round-trip flights

Cheap one-way flights

Cheap last minute flights

Big names and deals

Big names and deals

Filter for what you want

Filter for what you want

Trusted and free

Trusted and free

Price Alerts

Price Alerts

Kenya Airways flights from New York to Kigali

Our best Kenya Airways deals on New York to Kigali flight tickets

Qatar Airways flights from New York to Kigali

Our best Qatar Airways deals on New York to Kigali flight tickets

momondo Fare Finder

Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York to Kigali that are best for you.

See travel insights to Kigali from

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from New York to Kigali

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Kigali?

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

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

What is the cheapest airline that flies 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?

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

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

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

How long does it take to fly to Kigali?

When to book flights from New York to Kigali

Cheap New York to Kigali (NYC to KGL) flight deals and tips

Fastest flight time

Direct flights

Frequently asked questions about flying from New York to Kigali

Best airlines flying from New York to Kigali

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from New York to Kigali with momondo

Why use momondo?

An easier way to manage your Kigali trip

We make it super easy to schedule, organize and travel with friends or family. Trips is free — and available to use no matter where you book.

Get notified when prices go down

Daily price changes in your inbox - only with Price Alerts.

Find better results for your trip to Rwanda

Airports servicing Rwanda

Fly your favorite airline to Kigali

Airlines are sorted and displayed according to clicks in the past 7 days on momondo

Cabin classes currently available on flights to Kigali

List of cabin classes available on flights landing in Kigali. Availability may vary depending on flight origin and airline.

Popular cities in Rwanda

Popular flights according to clicks in the last 7 days on momondo

Fly to other destinations from New York

According to popular flight searches on momondo this year

Complete your trip to Kigali

Explore popular destinations other users love

According to popular flight searches on momondo this year