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 25h on average. On the other hand, flying from Miami to Kigali Intl takes 28h 40m 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.

$432 Cheap Flights to Rwanda in 2025/26

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Flights to Kigali

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Qatar Airways

Feb 9

BOS

27h 15m

1 stop

KGL

Feb 16

KGL

22h 00m

1 stop

BOS

$782

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Qatar Airways

Jan 29

BOS

34h 05m

1 stop

KGL

Mar 27

KGL

29h 05m

1 stop

BOS

$785

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Qatar Airways

Jan 30

BOS

33h 50m

1 stop

KGL

Mar 30

KGL

29h 25m

1 stop

BOS

$824

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Qatar Airways

Feb 22

BOS

34h 05m

1 stop

KGL

Mar 1

KGL

29h 05m

1 stop

BOS

$828

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Qatar Airways

Feb 9

ATL

28h 20m

1 stop

KGL

Feb 16

KGL

22h 55m

1 stop

ATL

$843

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Qatar Airways

Mar 18

ATL

34h 55m

1 stop

KGL

Mar 25

KGL

30h 25m

1 stop

ATL

$846

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Qatar Airways

Feb 19

BOS

34h 05m

1 stop

KGL

Mar 2

KGL

29h 05m

1 stop

BOS

$855

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Brussels Airlines

Apr 28

JFK

18h 40m

1 stop

KGL

May 6

KGL

23h 05m

2 stops

JFK

$863

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Multiple Airlines

Feb 21

BOS

33h 50m

1 stop

KGL

Mar 1

KGL

29h 05m

1 stop

BOS

$864

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Turkish Airlines

Jan 29

BOS

22h 45m

1 stop

KGL

Mar 30

KGL

24h 05m

2 stops

BOS

$865

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Turkish Airlines

Feb 22

EWR

18h 20m

1 stop

KGL

Mar 5

KGL

26h 55m

2 stops

EWR

$866

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Turkish Airlines

Feb 23

JFK

29h 50m

1 stop

KGL

Mar 5

KGL

39h 30m

2 stops

JFK

$866

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Qatar Airways

Mar 22

JFK

38h 20m

2 stops

KME

Mar 25

KME

37h 15m

2 stops

JFK

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8:40 pm - 6:55 am

BOS

KGL

27h 15m1 stop

11:20 pm - 2:20 pm

KGL

BOS

22h 00m1 stop

$782Qatar Airways

Mon, Feb 9 - Mon, Feb 16

8:40 pm - 1:45 pm

BOS

KGL

34h 05m1 stop

3:50 pm - 2:55 pm

KGL

BOS

29h 05m1 stop

$785Qatar Airways

Thu, Jan 29 - Fri, Mar 27

6:10 pm - 6:50 pm

JFK

KGL

18h 40m1 stop

7:55 pm - 1:00 pm

KGL

JFK

23h 05m2 stops

$863Brussels Airlines

Tue, Apr 28 - Wed, May 6

8:00 pm - 1:45 am

BOS

KGL

22h 45m1 stop

1:50 am - 7:55 pm

KGL

BOS

24h 05m2 stops

$865Turkish Airlines

Thu, Jan 29 - Mon, Mar 30

12:25 am - 1:45 am

EWR

KGL

18h 20m1 stop

2:35 am - 10:30 pm

KGL

EWR

26h 55m2 stops

$866Turkish Airlines

Sun, Feb 22 - Thu, Mar 5

8:55 pm - 1:05 am

JFK

KGL

21h 10m2 stops

2:10 am - 7:55 pm

KGL

JFK

23h 45m2 stops

$878Ethiopian Air

Thu, Mar 5 - Sat, Mar 14

2:20 pm - 7:40 pm

BOS

KGL

22h 20m2 stops

8:50 pm - 6:57 pm

KGL

BOS

29h 07m3 stops

$892Brussels Airlines

Thu, Jan 29 - Thu, Feb 5

8:50 pm - 1:05 am

IAD

KGL

21h 15m2 stops

5:40 pm - 8:00 am

KGL

IAD

21h 20m2 stops

$903Ethiopian Air

Thu, Jan 22 - Wed, Jan 28

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 - Thu, Jan 29

6:25 pm - 7:40 pm

JFK

KGL

18h 15m1 stop

8:50 pm - 2:20 pm

KGL

JFK

23h 30m2 stops

$910United Airlines

Thu, Mar 5 - Sat, Mar 14

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

BostonKigali

BOS - KGL

BOSKGL

Boston Logan Intl

Mon 2/9

8:40 pm-6:55 am

1 stop27h 15m

Kigali Intl

Mon 2/16

11:20 pm-2:20 pm

1 stop22h 00m

$782

BostonKigali

BOS - KGL

BOSKGL

Boston Logan Intl

Thu 1/29

8:40 pm-1:45 pm

1 stop34h 05m

Kigali Intl

Fri 3/27

3:50 pm-2:55 pm

1 stop29h 05m

$785

New YorkKigali

JFK - KGL

JFKKGL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 4/28

6:10 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop18h 40m

Kigali Intl

Wed 5/6

7:55 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops23h 05m

$863

BostonKigali

BOS - KGL

BOSKGL

Boston Logan Intl

Thu 1/29

8:00 pm-1:45 am

1 stop22h 45m

Kigali Intl

Mon 3/30

1:50 am-7:55 pm

2 stops24h 05m

$865

NewarkKigali

EWR - KGL

EWRKGL

Newark

Sun 2/22

12:25 am-1:45 am

1 stop18h 20m

Kigali Intl

Thu 3/5

2:35 am-10:30 pm

2 stops26h 55m

$866

New YorkKigali

JFK - KGL

JFKKGL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 3/5

8:55 pm-1:05 am

2 stops21h 10m

Kigali Intl

Sat 3/14

2:10 am-7:55 pm

2 stops23h 45m

$878

BostonKigali

BOS - KGL

BOSKGL

Boston Logan Intl

Thu 1/29

2:20 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops22h 20m

Kigali Intl

Thu 2/5

8:50 pm-6:57 pm

3 stops29h 07m

$892

Washington, D.C.Kigali

IAD - KGL

IADKGL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 1/22

8:50 pm-1:05 am

2 stops21h 15m

Kigali Intl

Wed 1/28

5:40 pm-8:00 am

2 stops21h 20m

$903

NewarkKigali

EWR - KGL

EWRKGL

Newark

Sun 1/11

6:55 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop17h 45m

Kigali Intl

Thu 1/29

8:50 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops23h 40m

$910

New YorkKigali

JFK - KGL

JFKKGL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 3/5

6:25 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop18h 15m

Kigali Intl

Sat 3/14

8:50 pm-2:20 pm

2 stops23h 30m

$910

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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 30% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Rwanda. Keep in mind that there are 10 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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Cheap Rwanda flight deals and tips

Summary info about Rwanda flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	$432
Best Round-Trip Price	$782
Fastest flight time	19h 25m

The best one-way flight price to Rwanda from United States in the last 72 hours is $432 (Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to Kigali Intl).

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The best round-trip flight price to Rwanda from United States in the last 72 hours is $782 (Boston Logan Intl to Kigali Intl).

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The fastest flight to Rwanda from United States takes 19h 25m (New York LaGuardia 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 10 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 38% 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 December 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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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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