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 18h 20m on average. Another popular route from New York to Kigali is flying from New York to Kigali, which will take roughly 21h 04m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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

Nairobi (NBO) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 55m.

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

Flights via Nairobi (NBO) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $857.

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?

Qatar Airways, RwandAir and Ethiopian Air 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 45% 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.

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

Delta, KLM, and RwandAir 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: 87% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

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 March 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.

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Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $882 to $1,028. The lowest price recently found on this route was $865.

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1:45 pm - 12:35 am

JFK

KGL

28h 50m

1 stop

3:40 am - 7:35 am

KGL

JFK

33h 55m

1 stop

$865Kenya Airways

Thu, May 7 - Wed, May 13

1:45 pm - 7:00 pm

JFK

KGL

23h 15m

1 stop

3:00 pm - 7:35 am

KGL

JFK

22h 35m

1 stop

$872Kenya Airways

Mon, May 4 - Mon, May 11

11:20 am - 1:45 pm

JFK

KGL

20h 25m

1 stop

4:00 pm - 3:10 pm

KGL

JFK

29h 10m

1 stop

$916Qatar Airways

Wed, May 6 - Mon, May 18

11:20 am - 1:45 pm

JFK

KGL

20h 25m

1 stop

11:20 pm - 3:10 pm

KGL

JFK

21h 50m

1 stop

$918RwandAir

Fri, May 8 - Fri, May 15

11:20 am - 1:30 pm

JFK

KGL

20h 10m

1 stop

4:20 pm - 9:00 am

KGL

JFK

22h 40m

1 stop

$939Qatar Airways

Sun, Sep 20 - Thu, Sep 24

11:20 am - 1:45 pm

JFK

KGL

20h 25m

1 stop

4:20 pm - 9:20 am

KGL

JFK

23h 00m

1 stop

$942RwandAir

Fri, Apr 3 - Thu, Apr 16

9:45 pm - 1:05 am

EWR

KGL

21h 20m

2 stops

2:10 am - 7:45 pm

KGL

EWR

23h 35m

2 stops

$991Ethiopian Air

Tue, May 12 - Wed, May 27

7:00 am - 6:50 pm

EWR

KGL

29h 50m

2 stops

8:05 pm - 1:05 pm

KGL

EWR

23h 00m

2 stops

$1,084United Airlines

Thu, Apr 30 - Mon, May 4

3:08 pm - 6:50 pm

EWR

KGL

21h 42m

2 stops

7:55 pm - 1:05 pm

KGL

EWR

23h 10m

2 stops

$1,089United Airlines

Wed, May 6 - Wed, May 13

9:45 pm - 1:05 am

EWR

KGL

21h 20m

2 stops

5:40 pm - 7:45 pm

KGL

EWR

32h 05m

2 stops

$1,115Ethiopian Air

Tue, May 12 - Wed, May 27

RwandAir flights from New York to Kigali

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May 8

JFK11:20 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

20h 25m

1 stop

KGL1:45 pmKigali Intl

May 15

KGL11:20 pmKigali Intl

21h 50m

1 stop

JFK3:10 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$918

RwandAir

Apr 3

JFK11:20 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

20h 25m

1 stop

KGL1:45 pmKigali Intl

Apr 16

KGL4:20 pmKigali Intl

23h 00m

1 stop

JFK9:20 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$942

RwandAir

Apr 22

JFK11:20 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

20h 25m

1 stop

KGL1:45 pmKigali Intl

Apr 29

KGL11:20 pmKigali Intl

21h 50m

1 stop

JFK3:10 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$972

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May 8

LGA2:00 pmNew York LaGuardia

23h 30m

2 stops

KGL7:30 pmKigali Intl

May 15

KGL8:35 pmKigali Intl

32h 50m

3 stops

LGA11:25 pmNew York LaGuardia

$931

Delta

May 6

EWR9:39 amNewark

51h 51m

2 stops

KGL7:30 pmKigali Intl

May 13

KGL8:35 pmKigali Intl

41h 15m

3 stops

EWR7:50 amNewark

$936

Delta

Apr 20

LGA9:55 pmNew York LaGuardia

39h 35m

2 stops

KGL7:30 pmKigali Intl

Apr 27

KGL8:35 pmKigali Intl

28h 47m

3 stops

LGA7:22 pmNew York LaGuardia

$939

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Thu 5/7

1:45 pm-12:35 am

1 stop28h 50m

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Wed 5/13

3:40 am-7:35 am

1 stop33h 55m

$865

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JFK - KGL

JFKKGL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 5/4

1:45 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop23h 15m

Kigali Intl

Mon 5/11

3:00 pm-7:35 am

1 stop22h 35m

$872

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JFK - KGL

JFKKGL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

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11:20 am-1:45 pm

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Mon 5/18

4:00 pm-3:10 pm

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$916

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Fri 5/8

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Fri 5/15

11:20 pm-3:10 pm

1 stop21h 50m

$918

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JFK - KGL

JFKKGL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 9/20

11:20 am-1:30 pm

1 stop20h 10m

Kigali Intl

Thu 9/24

4:20 pm-9:00 am

1 stop22h 40m

$939

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JFK - KGL

JFKKGL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 4/3

11:20 am-1:45 pm

1 stop20h 25m

Kigali Intl

Thu 4/16

4:20 pm-9:20 am

1 stop23h 00m

$942

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EWR - KGL

EWRKGL

Newark

Tue 5/12

9:45 pm-1:05 am

2 stops21h 20m

Kigali Intl

Wed 5/27

2:10 am-7:45 pm

2 stops23h 35m

$991

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EWR - KGL

EWRKGL

Newark

Thu 4/30

7:00 am-6:50 pm

2 stops29h 50m

Kigali Intl

Mon 5/4

8:05 pm-1:05 pm

2 stops23h 00m

$1,084

NewarkKigali

EWR - KGL

EWRKGL

Newark

Wed 5/6

3:08 pm-6:50 pm

2 stops21h 42m

Kigali Intl

Wed 5/13

7:55 pm-1:05 pm

2 stops23h 10m

$1,089

NewarkKigali

EWR - KGL

EWRKGL

Newark

Tue 5/12

9:45 pm-1:05 am

2 stops21h 20m

Kigali Intl

Wed 5/27

5:40 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops32h 05m

$1,115

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

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 $1,075 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 $897 on momondo.

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New York and Kigali Intl are 7036.3 mi apart from one another. Typically, this will take 18h 40m by plane in normal conditions.
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As of March 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 23% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include RwandAir with 22%, Kenya Airways with 18%, and Brussels Airlines with 14%.

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Brussels Airlines	PriceFrom $470	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 395 reviews	Search Brussels Airlines flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom $587	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 300 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom $830	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 977 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $843	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,732 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
RwandAir	PriceFrom $915	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 42 reviews	Search RwandAir flights

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