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 15m on average. On the other hand, flying from San Francisco to Kigali Intl takes 23h 50m 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 30m

1 stop

JFK

$901

Kenya Airways

Sep 28

JFK

36h 15m

1 stop

KGL

Oct 3

KGL

17h 35m

1 stop

JFK

$908

Kenya Airways

Sep 10

JFK

36h 15m

1 stop

KGL

Sep 14

KGL

17h 35m

1 stop

JFK

$909

KLM

Aug 18

JFK

22h 15m

1 stop

KGL

Aug 26

KGL

26h 15m

1 stop

JFK

$925

Delta

Sep 17

JFK

27h 15m

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

Delta

Sep 17

JFK

27h 15m

2 stops

KGL

Sep 27

KGL

28h 40m

2 stops

JFK

$940

Delta

Aug 25

LGA

31h 55m

2 stops

KGL

Sep 5

KGL

41h 49m

3 stops

LGA

$943

Multiple Airlines

Aug 18

JFK

21h 00m

2 stops

KGL

Aug 26

KGL

19h 29m

1 stop

JFK

$944

KLM

Oct 17

JFK

38h 50m

1 stop

KGL

Oct 25

KGL

28h 35m

3 stops

JFK

$945

Delta

Aug 28

LGA

41h 10m

2 stops

KGL

Sep 5

KGL

41h 49m

3 stops

LGA

$948

Delta

Sep 16

JFK

39h 55m

2 stops

KGL

Sep 27

KGL

26h 30m

2 stops

JFK

$950

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

RwandAir

Sep 14

JFK

38h 20m

2 stops

KME

Sep 18

KME

37h 00m

2 stops

JFK

$1,482

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1:45 pm - 2:25 pm

JFK

KGL

18h 40m

1 stop

8:05 pm - 7:35 am

KGL

JFK

17h 30m

1 stop

$901Kenya Airways

Thu, Sep 17 - Sun, Sep 27

1:45 pm - 8:00 am

JFK

KGL

36h 15m

1 stop

8:00 pm - 7:35 am

KGL

JFK

17h 35m

1 stop

$908Kenya Airways

Mon, Sep 28 - Sat, Oct 3

4:40 pm - 8:55 pm

JFK

KGL

22h 15m

1 stop

11:00 pm - 7:15 pm

KGL

JFK

26h 15m

1 stop

$925KLM

Tue, Aug 18 - Wed, Aug 26

6:25 pm - 7:30 pm

JFK

KGL

19h 05m

1 stop

8:35 pm - 2:35 pm

KGL

JFK

24h 00m

2 stops

$925KLM

Thu, Sep 17 - Sun, Sep 27

7:00 am - 8:55 pm

LGA

KGL

31h 55m

2 stops

8:35 pm - 8:24 am

KGL

LGA

41h 49m

3 stops

$943Delta

Sat, Aug 29 - Sat, Sep 5

7:00 am - 8:55 pm

LGA

KGL

31h 55m

2 stops

8:35 pm - 8:24 am

KGL

LGA

41h 49m

3 stops

$943Delta

Tue, Aug 25 - Sat, Sep 5

5:00 pm - 7:30 pm

EWR

KGL

20h 30m

2 stops

11:00 pm - 3:59 pm

KGL

EWR

22h 59m

2 stops

$955Multiple Airlines

Tue, Aug 18 - Wed, Aug 26

5:00 pm - 7:30 pm

EWR

KGL

20h 30m

2 stops

11:00 pm - 3:59 pm

KGL

EWR

22h 59m

2 stops

$960Multiple Airlines

Thu, Aug 13 - Wed, Aug 26

11:20 am - 1:45 pm

JFK

KGL

20h 25m

1 stop

4:20 pm - 8:50 am

KGL

JFK

22h 30m

1 stop

$962RwandAir

Fri, Sep 25 - Sat, Oct 10

11:20 am - 1:45 pm

JFK

KGL

20h 25m

1 stop

11:20 pm - 3:10 pm

KGL

JFK

21h 50m

1 stop

$963RwandAir

Mon, Sep 28 - Fri, Oct 2

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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

8:05 pm-7:35 am

1 stop17h 30m

$901

New YorkKigali

JFK - KGL

JFKKGL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 9/28

1:45 pm-8:00 am

1 stop36h 15m

Kigali Intl

Sat 10/3

8:00 pm-7:35 am

1 stop17h 35m

$908

New YorkKigali

JFK - KGL

JFKKGL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 8/18

4:40 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop22h 15m

Kigali Intl

Wed 8/26

11:00 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop26h 15m

$925

New YorkKigali

JFK - KGL

JFKKGL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 9/17

6:25 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop19h 05m

Kigali Intl

Sun 9/27

8:35 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops24h 00m

$925

New YorkKigali

LGA - KGL

LGAKGL

New York LaGuardia

Sat 8/29

7:00 am-8:55 pm

2 stops31h 55m

Kigali Intl

Sat 9/5

8:35 pm-8:24 am

3 stops41h 49m

$943

New YorkKigali

LGA - KGL

LGAKGL

New York LaGuardia

Tue 8/25

7:00 am-8:55 pm

2 stops31h 55m

Kigali Intl

Sat 9/5

8:35 pm-8:24 am

3 stops41h 49m

$943

NewarkKigali

EWR - KGL

EWRKGL

Newark

Tue 8/18

5:00 pm-7:30 pm

2 stops20h 30m

Kigali Intl

Wed 8/26

11:00 pm-3:59 pm

2 stops22h 59m

$955

NewarkKigali

EWR - KGL

EWRKGL

Newark

Thu 8/13

5:00 pm-7:30 pm

2 stops20h 30m

Kigali Intl

Wed 8/26

11:00 pm-3:59 pm

2 stops22h 59m

$960

New YorkKigali

JFK - KGL

JFKKGL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 9/25

11:20 am-1:45 pm

1 stop20h 25m

Kigali Intl

Sat 10/10

4:20 pm-8:50 am

1 stop22h 30m

$962

New YorkKigali

JFK - KGL

JFKKGL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 9/28

11:20 am-1:45 pm

1 stop20h 25m

Kigali Intl

Fri 10/2

11:20 pm-3:10 pm

1 stop21h 50m

$963

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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 31% 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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Cheap Rwanda flight deals and tips

Summary info about Rwanda flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	$452
Best Round-Trip Price	$901
Fastest flight time	23h 35m

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 $901 (New York John F Kennedy Intl to Kigali Intl).

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The fastest flight to Rwanda from United States takes 23h 35m (New York John F Kennedy Intl 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, $279 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.

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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Once you have performed a search in the form on the page, momondo provides useful filters and insights. We can show you the cheapest days and times to fly as well as filter your options to help you make an informed choice when booking flights to Rwanda.

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