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.

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

Kenya Airways, Qatar Airways, and Ethiopian Air are the most popular carriers operating from New York to Kigali Intl

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

Doha (DOH) was the most common stop: 68% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

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 17m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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.

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 32% 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 $891.

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 December 2025, 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.

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Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,366 to $1,660. The lowest price recently found on this route was $824.

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1:45 pm - 7:00 pm

JFK

KGL

23h 15m1 stop

8:00 pm - 7:35 am

KGL

JFK

17h 35m1 stop

$824Kenya Airways

Fri, May 1 - Sun, May 10

1:45 pm - 12:35 am

JFK

KGL

28h 50m1 stop

3:40 am - 7:35 am

KGL

JFK

33h 55m1 stop

$829Kenya Airways

Thu, May 28 - Thu, Jun 18

6:55 pm - 7:20 pm

EWR

KGL

17h 25m1 stop

8:50 pm - 1:30 pm

KGL

EWR

23h 40m2 stops

$851Brussels Airlines

Tue, Jan 20 - Tue, Mar 3

8:55 pm - 1:05 am

JFK

KGL

21h 10m2 stops

2:10 am - 6:55 pm

KGL

JFK

23h 45m2 stops

$861Ethiopian Air

Wed, Jan 21 - Sat, Jan 31

9:00 pm - 1:30 pm

JFK

KGL

33h 30m1 stop

3:50 pm - 8:00 am

KGL

JFK

23h 10m1 stop

$865Qatar Airways

Mon, Feb 23 - Fri, Mar 6

1:20 am - 1:45 pm

JFK

KGL

29h 25m1 stop

3:50 pm - 3:00 pm

KGL

JFK

30h 10m1 stop

$867Qatar Airways

Sun, Jan 18 - Wed, Mar 4

3:40 pm - 7:20 pm

JFK

KGL

20h 40m2 stops

8:50 pm - 1:20 pm

KGL

JFK

23h 30m2 stops

$893Brussels Airlines

Tue, Jan 20 - Tue, Mar 3

10:00 am - 9:55 am

EWR

KGL

16h 55m1 stop

5:40 pm - 8:00 am

KGL

EWR

21h 20m2 stops

$898Ethiopian Air

Mon, Jan 19 - Tue, Mar 3

6:55 pm - 7:40 pm

EWR

KGL

17h 45m1 stop

8:50 pm - 1:30 pm

KGL

EWR

23h 40m2 stops

$910United Airlines

Sun, Jan 11 - Mon, Feb 2

10:55 am - 7:20 pm

EWR

KGL

25h 25m2 stops

8:50 pm - 1:30 pm

KGL

EWR

23h 40m2 stops

$915United Airlines

Tue, Jan 13 - Tue, Jan 27

Brussels Airlines flights from New York to Kigali

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Jan 20

EWR6:55 pmNewark

17h 25m

1 stop

KGL7:20 pmKigali Intl

Mar 3

KGL8:50 pmKigali Intl

23h 40m

2 stops

EWR1:30 pmNewark

$851

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Jan 20

JFK3:40 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

20h 40m

2 stops

KGL7:20 pmKigali Intl

Mar 3

KGL8:50 pmKigali Intl

23h 30m

2 stops

JFK1:20 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$893

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Jan 10

JFK6:25 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

17h 55m

1 stop

KGL7:20 pmKigali Intl

Feb 12

KGL8:50 pmKigali Intl

23h 30m

2 stops

JFK1:20 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$910

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Feb 22

EWR12:25 amNewark

18h 20m

1 stop

KGL1:45 amKigali Intl

Mar 5

KGL2:35 amKigali Intl

26h 55m

2 stops

EWR10:30 pmNewark

$862

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Jan 10

JFK8:05 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

22h 40m

1 stop

KGL1:45 amKigali Intl

Jan 25

KGL2:40 amKigali Intl

39h 25m

2 stops

JFK11:05 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$958

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Apr 30

EWR12:40 amNewark

18h 15m

1 stop

KGL12:55 amKigali Intl

May 9

KGL1:50 amKigali Intl

26h 55m

2 stops

EWR10:45 pmNewark

$984

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1:45 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop23h 15m

Kigali Intl

Sun 5/10

8:00 pm-7:35 am

1 stop17h 35m

$824

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JFK - KGL

JFKKGL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 5/28

1:45 pm-12:35 am

1 stop28h 50m

Kigali Intl

Thu 6/18

3:40 am-7:35 am

1 stop33h 55m

$829

NewarkKigali

EWR - KGL

EWRKGL

Newark

Tue 1/20

6:55 pm-7:20 pm

1 stop17h 25m

Kigali Intl

Tue 3/3

8:50 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops23h 40m

$851

New YorkKigali

JFK - KGL

JFKKGL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 1/21

8:55 pm-1:05 am

2 stops21h 10m

Kigali Intl

Sat 1/31

2:10 am-6:55 pm

2 stops23h 45m

$861

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JFK - KGL

JFKKGL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 2/23

9:00 pm-1:30 pm

1 stop33h 30m

Kigali Intl

Fri 3/6

3:50 pm-8:00 am

1 stop23h 10m

$865

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JFK - KGL

JFKKGL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 1/18

1:20 am-1:45 pm

1 stop29h 25m

Kigali Intl

Wed 3/4

3:50 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop30h 10m

$867

New YorkKigali

JFK - KGL

JFKKGL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 1/20

3:40 pm-7:20 pm

2 stops20h 40m

Kigali Intl

Tue 3/3

8:50 pm-1:20 pm

2 stops23h 30m

$893

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EWR - KGL

EWRKGL

Newark

Mon 1/19

10:00 am-9:55 am

1 stop16h 55m

Kigali Intl

Tue 3/3

5:40 pm-8:00 am

2 stops21h 20m

$898

NewarkKigali

EWR - KGL

EWRKGL

Newark

Sun 1/11

6:55 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop17h 45m

Kigali Intl

Mon 2/2

8:50 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops23h 40m

$910

NewarkKigali

EWR - KGL

EWRKGL

Newark

Tue 1/13

10:55 am-7:20 pm

2 stops25h 25m

Kigali Intl

Tue 1/27

8:50 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops23h 40m

$915

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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 October, then book flights to Kigali from New York during February instead. Flights to Kigali in February, while not as cheap as those in October, still average around $909.

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 $1,103 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 $903 on momondo.

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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?
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How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to Kigali Intl Airport?
As of December 2025, 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 Ethiopian Air, making up 30% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Kenya Airways with 20%, Brussels Airlines with 17%, and RwandAir with 16%.

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Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $843	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,686 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom $861	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 912 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom $872	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 287 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
RwandAir	PriceFrom $933	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.7 37 reviews	Search RwandAir flights
Brussels Airlines	PriceFrom $992	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 375 reviews	Search Brussels Airlines flights

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If you aren’t able to travel during the month of October, then book flights to Kigali from New York during February instead. Flights to Kigali in February, while not as cheap as those in October, still average around $909.

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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 6% 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, Qatar Airways, and Ethiopian Air are the most popular carriers operating from New York to Kigali Intl

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

Doha (DOH) was the most common stop: 68% 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 $891.

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.

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

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