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 20h 45m on average. On the other hand, flying from Miami to Kigali Intl takes 23h 49m 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

Dec 1

JFK

21h 55m

1 stop

KGL

Dec 14

KGL

17h 55m

1 stop

JFK

$854

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Ethiopian Air

Dec 2

JFK

21h 10m

2 stops

KGL

Dec 22

KGL

23h 45m

2 stops

JFK

$860

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Ethiopian Air

Nov 24

JFK

21h 10m

2 stops

KGL

Nov 30

KGL

23h 45m

2 stops

JFK

$861

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Kenya Airways

Feb 8

JFK

21h 55m

1 stop

KGL

Feb 14

KGL

22h 45m

1 stop

JFK

$862

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Ethiopian Air

Dec 1

JFK

21h 10m

2 stops

KGL

Dec 13

KGL

23h 45m

2 stops

JFK

$868

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Turkish Airlines

Feb 5

JFK

22h 40m

1 stop

KGL

Feb 18

KGL

22h 30m

2 stops

JFK

$869

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Ethiopian Air

Dec 4

JFK

21h 10m

2 stops

KGL

Dec 23

KGL

23h 45m

2 stops

JFK

$878

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Ethiopian Air

Dec 3

JFK

21h 10m

2 stops

KGL

Dec 22

KGL

23h 45m

2 stops

JFK

$883

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Ethiopian Air

Dec 3

JFK

21h 10m

2 stops

KGL

Dec 23

KGL

23h 45m

2 stops

JFK

$887

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Kenya Airways

Nov 30

JFK

27h 50m

1 stop

KGL

Dec 8

KGL

28h 35m

1 stop

JFK

$896

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Multiple Airlines

Jan 15

JFK

18h 15m

1 stop

KGL

Jan 26

KGL

31h 08m

3 stops

JFK

$899

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Ethiopian Air

Dec 3

ORD

23h 00m

1 stop

KGL

Dec 23

KGL

22h 00m

2 stops

ORD

$905

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RwandAir

May 3

JFK

38h 20m

2 stops

KME

May 6

KME

30h 40m

2 stops

JFK

$1,198

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RwandAir

May 3

JFK

38h 20m

2 stops

KME

May 6

KME

30h 40m

2 stops

JFK

$1,234

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Qatar Airways

May 3

JFK

38h 20m

2 stops

KME

May 6

KME

36h 50m

2 stops

JFK

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1:45 pm - 6:40 pmJFK-KGL

21h 55m1 stop

7:40 pm - 6:35 amKGL-JFK

17h 55m1 stop

$854Kenya Airways

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Mon, Dec 1 - Sun, Dec 14

8:55 pm - 1:05 amJFK-KGL

21h 10m2 stops

2:10 am - 6:55 pmKGL-JFK

23h 45m2 stops

$860Ethiopian Air

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Tue, Dec 2 - Mon, Dec 22

8:05 pm - 1:45 amJFK-KGL

22h 40m1 stop

2:40 am - 6:10 pmKGL-JFK

22h 30m2 stops

$869Turkish Airlines

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Thu, Feb 5 - Wed, Feb 18

8:00 pm - 1:45 amBOS-KGL

22h 45m1 stop

2:40 am - 6:05 pmKGL-BOS

22h 25m2 stops

$906Turkish Airlines

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Tue, Jan 20 - Sun, Jan 25

8:40 pm - 7:40 pmBOS-KGL

40h 00m2 stops

8:25 pm - 6:57 pmKGL-BOS

29h 32m3 stops

$913Brussels Airlines

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Sun, Jan 18 - Wed, Jan 28

6:55 pm - 7:40 pmEWR-KGL

17h 45m1 stop

8:50 pm - 1:30 pmKGL-EWR

23h 40m2 stops

$929Brussels Airlines

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Thu, Jan 22 - Mon, Jan 26

3:00 pm - 7:20 pmEWR-KGL

21h 20m2 stops

8:50 pm - 1:30 pmKGL-EWR

23h 40m2 stops

$930United Airlines

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Sat, Jan 31 - Fri, Feb 6

8:40 pm - 1:30 pmBOS-KGL

33h 50m1 stop

3:50 pm - 2:20 pmKGL-BOS

29h 30m1 stop

$931Qatar Airways

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Wed, Jan 21 - Mon, Jan 26

11:30 am - 7:40 pmEWR-KGL

25h 10m2 stops

8:50 pm - 1:30 pmKGL-EWR

23h 40m2 stops

$934United Airlines

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Thu, Jan 22 - Mon, Jan 26

4:05 pm - 9:30 pmSEA-KGL

43h 25m2 stops

3:50 pm - 11:40 amKGL-SEA

29h 50m1 stop

$1,067Qatar Airways

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Thu, Feb 12 - Sun, Feb 22

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

New YorkKigali

JFK - KGL

JFKKGL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 12/1

1:45 pm-6:40 pm

1 stop21h 55m

Kigali Intl

Sun 12/14

7:40 pm-6:35 am

1 stop17h 55m

$854

New YorkKigali

JFK - KGL

JFKKGL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 12/2

8:55 pm-1:05 am

2 stops21h 10m

Kigali Intl

Mon 12/22

2:10 am-6:55 pm

2 stops23h 45m

$860

New YorkKigali

JFK - KGL

JFKKGL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 2/5

8:05 pm-1:45 am

1 stop22h 40m

Kigali Intl

Wed 2/18

2:40 am-6:10 pm

2 stops22h 30m

$869

BostonKigali

BOS - KGL

BOSKGL

Boston Logan Intl

Tue 1/20

8:00 pm-1:45 am

1 stop22h 45m

Kigali Intl

Sun 1/25

2:40 am-6:05 pm

2 stops22h 25m

$906

BostonKigali

BOS - KGL

BOSKGL

Boston Logan Intl

Sun 1/18

8:40 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops40h 00m

Kigali Intl

Wed 1/28

8:25 pm-6:57 pm

3 stops29h 32m

$913

NewarkKigali

EWR - KGL

EWRKGL

Newark

Thu 1/22

6:55 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop17h 45m

Kigali Intl

Mon 1/26

8:50 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops23h 40m

$929

NewarkKigali

EWR - KGL

EWRKGL

Newark

Sat 1/31

3:00 pm-7:20 pm

2 stops21h 20m

Kigali Intl

Fri 2/6

8:50 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops23h 40m

$930

BostonKigali

BOS - KGL

BOSKGL

Boston Logan Intl

Wed 1/21

8:40 pm-1:30 pm

1 stop33h 50m

Kigali Intl

Mon 1/26

3:50 pm-2:20 pm

1 stop29h 30m

$931

NewarkKigali

EWR - KGL

EWRKGL

Newark

Thu 1/22

11:30 am-7:40 pm

2 stops25h 10m

Kigali Intl

Mon 1/26

8:50 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops23h 40m

$934

SeattleKigali

SEA - KGL

SEAKGL

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 2/12

4:05 pm-9:30 pm

2 stops43h 25m

Kigali Intl

Sun 2/22

3:50 pm-11:40 am

1 stop29h 50m

$1,067

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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 29% 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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Kigali

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Cheap Rwanda flight deals and tips

Summary info about Rwanda flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	$447
Best Round-Trip Price	$854
Fastest flight time	19h 20m

The best one-way flight price to Rwanda from United States in the last 72 hours is $447 (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 $854 (New York John F Kennedy Intl to Kigali Intl).

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The fastest flight to Rwanda from United States takes 19h 20m (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 $59 with RwandAir, $245 with Kenya Airways, and $313 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 35% 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.

What is the best day of the week to fly to Rwanda?

The best day to take a flight to Rwanda is on Wednesday, followed by Sunday. Wednesday and Sunday tend to have the lowest flight prices to Rwanda. If your travel dates are flexible, then try to avoid booking on a Friday, which is known for being the most expensive day of the week to fly to Rwanda.

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 12 as of November 2025.

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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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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