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 23h 17m on average. On the other hand, flying from San Francisco to Kigali Intl takes 30h 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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Qatar Airways

Sep 3

BOS

33h 45m

1 stop

KGL

Sep 18

KGL

21h 55m

1 stop

BOS

$811

Turkish Airlines

May 3

IAD

29h 35m

1 stop

KGL

May 6

KGL

39h 45m

2 stops

IAD

$847

Turkish Airlines

May 4

IAD

21h 10m

1 stop

KGL

May 7

KGL

24h 00m

2 stops

IAD

$856

Kenya Airways

May 7

JFK

36h 15m

1 stop

KGL

May 25

KGL

17h 35m

1 stop

JFK

$865

Turkish Airlines

Aug 27

IAD

29h 30m

1 stop

KGL

Sep 7

KGL

39h 25m

2 stops

IAD

$867

Turkish Airlines

Apr 10

IAD

29h 35m

1 stop

KGL

Jun 11

KGL

39h 45m

2 stops

IAD

$877

Turkish Airlines

Apr 14

IAD

29h 35m

1 stop

KGL

Apr 26

KGL

39h 45m

2 stops

IAD

$893

Qatar Airways

Sep 3

BOS

33h 30m

2 stops

KGL

Sep 18

KGL

21h 55m

1 stop

BOS

$909

Qatar Airways

Aug 27

IAD

34h 45m

1 stop

KGL

Sep 8

KGL

29h 20m

1 stop

IAD

$910

Qatar Airways

Sep 7

JFK

20h 25m

1 stop

KGL

Sep 21

KGL

21h 50m

1 stop

JFK

$916

Qatar Airways

Sep 3

BOS

33h 45m

1 stop

KGL

Sep 17

KGL

44h 15m

3 stops

BOS

$918

Turkish Airlines

May 5

IAD

21h 10m

1 stop

KGL

May 14

KGL

39h 45m

2 stops

IAD

$921

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Qatar Airways

Sep 24

JFK

51h 40m

2 stops

KME

Sep 28

KME

30h 40m

2 stops

JFK

$1,178

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10:00 pm - 1:45 pm

BOS

KGL

33h 45m

1 stop

11:20 pm - 3:15 pm

KGL

BOS

21h 55m

1 stop

$811Qatar Airways

Thu, Sep 3 - Fri, Sep 18

1:20 pm - 12:55 am

IAD

KGL

29h 35m

1 stop

1:50 am - 11:35 am

KGL

IAD

39h 45m

2 stops

$847Turkish Airlines

Sun, May 3 - Wed, May 6

9:45 pm - 12:55 am

IAD

KGL

21h 10m

1 stop

1:50 am - 7:50 pm

KGL

IAD

24h 00m

2 stops

$856Turkish Airlines

Mon, May 4 - Thu, May 7

10:00 pm - 1:30 pm

BOS

KGL

33h 30m

2 stops

11:20 pm - 3:15 pm

KGL

BOS

21h 55m

1 stop

$909Qatar Airways

Thu, Sep 3 - Fri, Sep 18

6:10 am - 6:50 pm

EWR

KGL

30h 40m

2 stops

8:05 pm - 1:10 pm

KGL

EWR

23h 05m

2 stops

$1,084United Airlines

Thu, May 7 - Mon, May 25

2:05 pm - 6:50 pm

DTW

KGL

22h 45m

2 stops

7:55 pm - 5:29 pm

KGL

DTW

27h 34m

3 stops

$1,086Lufthansa

Tue, Apr 21 - Wed, May 20

6:20 pm - 6:50 pm

EWR

KGL

18h 30m

1 stop

8:05 pm - 1:10 pm

KGL

EWR

23h 05m

2 stops

$1,128Lufthansa

Thu, May 7 - Mon, May 25

9:45 pm - 1:05 am

EWR

KGL

21h 20m

2 stops

2:10 am - 7:45 pm

KGL

EWR

23h 35m

2 stops

$1,131Ethiopian Air

Sun, May 10 - Wed, May 13

3:08 pm - 6:50 pm

EWR

KGL

21h 42m

2 stops

8:05 pm - 1:10 pm

KGL

EWR

23h 05m

2 stops

$1,134United Airlines

Thu, May 7 - Mon, May 25

9:45 pm - 1:05 am

EWR

KGL

21h 20m

2 stops

2:10 am - 7:45 pm

KGL

EWR

23h 35m

2 stops

$1,146Ethiopian Air

Thu, Apr 16 - Mon, Apr 20

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Depart

Return

Price

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BostonKigali

BOS - KGL

BOSKGL

Boston Logan Intl

Thu 9/3

10:00 pm-1:45 pm

1 stop33h 45m

Kigali Intl

Fri 9/18

11:20 pm-3:15 pm

1 stop21h 55m

$811

Washington, D.C.Kigali

IAD - KGL

IADKGL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 5/3

1:20 pm-12:55 am

1 stop29h 35m

Kigali Intl

Wed 5/6

1:50 am-11:35 am

2 stops39h 45m

$847

Washington, D.C.Kigali

IAD - KGL

IADKGL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 5/4

9:45 pm-12:55 am

1 stop21h 10m

Kigali Intl

Thu 5/7

1:50 am-7:50 pm

2 stops24h 00m

$856

BostonKigali

BOS - KGL

BOSKGL

Boston Logan Intl

Thu 9/3

10:00 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops33h 30m

Kigali Intl

Fri 9/18

11:20 pm-3:15 pm

1 stop21h 55m

$909

NewarkKigali

EWR - KGL

EWRKGL

Newark

Thu 5/7

6:10 am-6:50 pm

2 stops30h 40m

Kigali Intl

Mon 5/25

8:05 pm-1:10 pm

2 stops23h 05m

$1,084

DetroitKigali

DTW - KGL

DTWKGL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/21

2:05 pm-6:50 pm

2 stops22h 45m

Kigali Intl

Wed 5/20

7:55 pm-5:29 pm

3 stops27h 34m

$1,086

Quickest round-trip

NewarkKigali

EWR - KGL

EWRKGL

Newark

Thu 5/7

6:20 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop18h 30m

Kigali Intl

Mon 5/25

8:05 pm-1:10 pm

2 stops23h 05m

$1,128

NewarkKigali

EWR - KGL

EWRKGL

Newark

Sun 5/10

9:45 pm-1:05 am

2 stops21h 20m

Kigali Intl

Wed 5/13

2:10 am-7:45 pm

2 stops23h 35m

$1,131

NewarkKigali

EWR - KGL

EWRKGL

Newark

Thu 5/7

3:08 pm-6:50 pm

2 stops21h 42m

Kigali Intl

Mon 5/25

8:05 pm-1:10 pm

2 stops23h 05m

$1,134

NewarkKigali

EWR - KGL

EWRKGL

Newark

Thu 4/16

9:45 pm-1:05 am

2 stops21h 20m

Kigali Intl

Mon 4/20

2:10 am-7:45 pm

2 stops23h 35m

$1,146

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Rwanda flights insights and trends

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What airlines fly to Rwanda?

Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines and Ethiopian Air are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Rwanda from United States according to our data. Qatar Airways is the first choice among our users, with 34% 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	$495
Best Round-Trip Price	$811
Fastest flight time	21h 10m

The best one-way flight price to Rwanda from United States in the last 72 hours is $495 (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 72 hours is $811 (Boston Logan Intl to Kigali Intl).

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The fastest flight to Rwanda from United States takes 21h 10m (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Kigali Intl).

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Rwanda

What is the best airport to land at to visit Akagera National Park?

Flying into Kigali Airport is typically the best way to visit Akagera National Park, since it is the closest airport to the area.

What is the cheapest flight to Rwanda?

The cheapest flights to Rwanda recently found by momondo users are $71 with RwandAir, $245 with Kenya Airways, and $298 with Ethiopian Air.

What airlines fly to Rwanda?

Of the 11 airlines that fly to Rwanda, Qatar Airways, Ethiopian Air and Turkish Airlines happen to be the most favored based on our user data. Qatar Airways is the most popular among the three airlines, with 46% 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 March 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.

Why use momondo?

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

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

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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