How long is the flight from United States to Rwanda?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in United States you fly out of and what airport in Rwanda you fly into. For example, flying from Los Angeles to Kigali Intl takes 36h 25m on average. On the other hand, flying from San Francisco to Kigali Intl takes 36h 30m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo if there are any available for your route.

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Flights to Kigali

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Kenya Airways

Sep 17

JFK

18h 40m

1 stop

KGL

Sep 27

KGL

17h 35m

1 stop

JFK

$902

Kenya Airways

Sep 28

JFK

36h 15m

1 stop

KGL

Oct 3

KGL

17h 35m

1 stop

JFK

$904

Kenya Airways

Sep 16

JFK

28h 50m

1 stop

KGL

Sep 27

KGL

17h 35m

1 stop

JFK

$905

Kenya Airways

Sep 10

JFK

28h 50m

1 stop

KGL

Sep 19

KGL

22h 35m

1 stop

JFK

$906

Kenya Airways

Sep 28

JFK

36h 15m

1 stop

KGL

Oct 3

KGL

17h 35m

1 stop

JFK

$908

Kenya Airways

Sep 17

JFK

18h 40m

1 stop

KGL

Sep 27

KGL

17h 35m

1 stop

JFK

$916

Kenya Airways

Sep 2

JFK

28h 50m

1 stop

KGL

Sep 9

KGL

17h 30m

1 stop

JFK

$924

KLM

Sep 17

JFK

19h 05m

1 stop

KGL

Sep 27

KGL

24h 00m

2 stops

JFK

$925

Delta

Sep 17

JFK

24h 31m

2 stops

KGL

Sep 27

KGL

28h 40m

2 stops

JFK

$930

KLM

Sep 17

JFK

19h 05m

1 stop

KGL

Sep 27

KGL

24h 00m

2 stops

JFK

$935

Qatar Airways

Sep 16

JFK

20h 25m

1 stop

KGL

Sep 27

KGL

35h 00m

2 stops

JFK

$938

Delta

Sep 17

JFK

24h 31m

2 stops

KGL

Sep 27

KGL

28h 40m

2 stops

JFK

$940

Flights to Cyangugu

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RwandAir

Sep 14

JFK

38h 20m

2 stops

KME

Sep 18

KME

37h 00m

2 stops

JFK

$1,407

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1:45 pm - 2:25 pm

JFK

KGL

18h 40m

1 stop

8:00 pm - 7:35 am

KGL

JFK

17h 35m

1 stop

$902Kenya Airways

Thu, Sep 17 - Sun, Sep 27

1:45 pm - 12:35 am

JFK

KGL

28h 50m

1 stop

8:00 pm - 7:35 am

KGL

JFK

17h 35m

1 stop

$905Kenya Airways

Wed, Sep 16 - Sun, Sep 27

10:55 am - 9:50 am

IAD

KGL

16h 55m

1 stop

5:40 pm - 8:55 am

KGL

IAD

21h 15m

2 stops

$1,054Ethiopian Air

Fri, Sep 4 - Sat, Sep 26

11:00 am - 9:50 am

IAD

KGL

16h 50m

1 stop

10:55 am - 8:00 am

KGL

IAD

28h 05m

2 stops

$1,056Ethiopian Air

Thu, Oct 29 - Wed, Nov 4

6:40 pm - 6:50 pm

IAH

KGL

41h 10m

2 stops

8:05 pm - 1:35 pm

KGL

IAH

48h 30m

3 stops

$1,126Lufthansa

Tue, Sep 8 - Tue, Sep 22

6:20 pm - 6:00 am

DFW

KGL

28h 40m

2 stops

4:20 pm - 9:50 am

KGL

DFW

24h 30m

1 stop

$1,128Qatar Airways

Sat, Sep 5 - Sat, Sep 12

6:40 pm - 6:50 pm

IAH

KGL

41h 10m

2 stops

8:05 pm - 1:35 pm

KGL

IAH

48h 30m

3 stops

$1,128Lufthansa

Tue, Sep 8 - Tue, Sep 22

5:30 pm - 6:55 am

DFW

KGL

29h 25m

1 stop

4:20 pm - 9:00 am

KGL

DFW

24h 40m

1 stop

$1,139Qatar Airways

Fri, Nov 6 - Tue, Nov 10

9:57 am - 6:50 pm

IAH

KGL

25h 53m

2 stops

8:05 pm - 10:30 pm

KGL

IAH

33h 25m

3 stops

$1,175United Airlines

Mon, Sep 14 - Mon, Sep 21

6:30 pm - 6:50 pm

BNA

KGL

41h 20m

2 stops

8:05 pm - 6:47 pm

KGL

BNA

29h 42m

3 stops

$1,863United Airlines

Sat, Aug 1 - Mon, Aug 10

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Return

Price

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Quickest round-trip

New YorkKigali

JFK - KGL

JFKKGL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 9/17

1:45 pm-2:25 pm

1 stop18h 40m

Kigali Intl

Sun 9/27

8:00 pm-7:35 am

1 stop17h 35m

$902

New YorkKigali

JFK - KGL

JFKKGL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 9/16

1:45 pm-12:35 am

1 stop28h 50m

Kigali Intl

Sun 9/27

8:00 pm-7:35 am

1 stop17h 35m

$905

Washington, D.C.Kigali

IAD - KGL

IADKGL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 9/4

10:55 am-9:50 am

1 stop16h 55m

Kigali Intl

Sat 9/26

5:40 pm-8:55 am

2 stops21h 15m

$1,054

Washington, D.C.Kigali

IAD - KGL

IADKGL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 10/29

11:00 am-9:50 am

1 stop16h 50m

Kigali Intl

Wed 11/4

10:55 am-8:00 am

2 stops28h 05m

$1,056

HoustonKigali

IAH - KGL

IAHKGL

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 9/8

6:40 pm-6:50 pm

2 stops41h 10m

Kigali Intl

Tue 9/22

8:05 pm-1:35 pm

3 stops48h 30m

$1,126

DallasKigali

DFW - KGL

DFWKGL

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sat 9/5

6:20 pm-6:00 am

2 stops28h 40m

Kigali Intl

Sat 9/12

4:20 pm-9:50 am

1 stop24h 30m

$1,128

HoustonKigali

IAH - KGL

IAHKGL

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 9/8

6:40 pm-6:50 pm

2 stops41h 10m

Kigali Intl

Tue 9/22

8:05 pm-1:35 pm

3 stops48h 30m

$1,128

DallasKigali

DFW - KGL

DFWKGL

Dallas/Fort Worth

Fri 11/6

5:30 pm-6:55 am

1 stop29h 25m

Kigali Intl

Tue 11/10

4:20 pm-9:00 am

1 stop24h 40m

$1,139

HoustonKigali

IAH - KGL

IAHKGL

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 9/14

9:57 am-6:50 pm

2 stops25h 53m

Kigali Intl

Mon 9/21

8:05 pm-10:30 pm

3 stops33h 25m

$1,175

NashvilleKigali

BNA - KGL

BNAKGL

Nashville Intl

Sat 8/1

6:30 pm-6:50 pm

2 stops41h 20m

Kigali Intl

Mon 8/10

8:05 pm-6:47 pm

3 stops29h 42m

$1,863

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Rwanda flights insights and trends

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What airlines fly to Rwanda?

Ethiopian Air, Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Rwanda from United States according to our data. Ethiopian Air is the first choice among our users, with 32% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Rwanda. Keep in mind that there are 11 different airlines that fly to Rwanda on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Cheapest flights to cities in Rwanda

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Summary info about Rwanda flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	$452
Best Round-Trip Price	$902
Fastest flight time	23h 30m

The best one-way flight price to Rwanda from United States in the last 5 days is $452 (New York John F Kennedy Intl to Kigali Intl).

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The best round-trip flight price to Rwanda from United States in the last 5 days is $902 (New York John F Kennedy Intl to Kigali Intl).

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The fastest flight to Rwanda from United States takes 23h 30m (New York LaGuardia to Kigali Intl).

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Rwanda

What is the cheapest flight to Rwanda?

The cheapest flights to Rwanda recently found by momondo users are $71 with RwandAir, $307 with Ethiopian Air, and $326 with Kenya Airways.

What airlines fly to Rwanda?

Of the 11 airlines that fly to Rwanda, Qatar Airways, Ethiopian Air and United Airlines happen to be the most favored based on our user data. Qatar Airways is the most popular among the three airlines, with 40% of users choosing them for their travels to Rwanda.

What is the most popular airport in Rwanda to fly to?

Kigali Intl is the most popular airport in Rwanda to fly to at the moment. Out of all our users who flew to Rwanda in the past year, 99% of them chose to fly into Kigali’s Kigali Intl airport. Keep in mind that there may be other airports within Rwanda that are also a great option to fly to.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Rwanda?

Prices for flights to Rwanda refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Rwanda?

The number of operators available for flights to Rwanda is 13 as of July 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly to Rwanda?

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 to Rwanda.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Rwanda?

The required travel and health documents for your Rwanda trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Rwanda. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Rwanda?

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Can I find flights to Rwanda with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to Rwanda with this policy.

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