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 20h 15m 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

Mar 16

BOS

33h 50m

1 stop

KGL

Mar 25

KGL

29h 05m

1 stop

BOS

$789

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Qatar Airways

Mar 14

BOS

33h 50m

1 stop

KGL

Mar 27

KGL

29h 05m

1 stop

BOS

$828

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Turkish Airlines

Jan 20

ORD

29h 55m

1 stop

KGL

Mar 2

KGL

39h 25m

2 stops

ORD

$839

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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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Lufthansa

Jan 29

IAD

18h 55m

1 stop

KGL

Feb 5

KGL

24h 45m

2 stops

IAD

$847

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Lufthansa

Jan 29

IAD

18h 55m

1 stop

KGL

Feb 5

KGL

24h 45m

2 stops

IAD

$850

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Brussels Airlines

Feb 22

JFK

18h 15m

1 stop

KGL

Mar 6

KGL

23h 30m

2 stops

JFK

$851

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Lufthansa

Jan 14

EWR

17h 45m

1 stop

KGL

Jan 21

KGL

24h 05m

2 stops

EWR

$852

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Qatar Airways

Mar 18

BOS

33h 50m

1 stop

KGL

Mar 27

KGL

29h 05m

1 stop

BOS

$855

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Ethiopian Air

Jan 21

JFK

21h 10m

2 stops

KGL

Jan 31

KGL

23h 45m

2 stops

JFK

$861

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Turkish Airlines

Feb 25

EWR

18h 15m

1 stop

KGL

Mar 18

KGL

26h 50m

2 stops

EWR

$862

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Turkish Airlines

Feb 22

JFK

18h 25m

1 stop

KGL

Mar 5

KGL

39h 30m

2 stops

JFK

$862

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Qatar Airways

Mar 11

JFK

52h 00m

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KME

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KME

30h 40m

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11:50 am - 1:45 am

ORD

KGL

29h 55m1 stop

2:40 am - 10:05 am

KGL

ORD

39h 25m2 stops

$839Turkish Airlines

Tue, Jan 20 - Mon, Mar 2

8:35 pm - 1:30 pm

ATL

KGL

34h 55m1 stop

3:50 pm - 4:15 pm

KGL

ATL

30h 25m1 stop

$846Qatar Airways

Wed, Mar 18 - Wed, Mar 25

6:25 pm - 7:40 pm

JFK

KGL

18h 15m1 stop

8:50 pm - 1:20 pm

KGL

JFK

23h 30m2 stops

$851Brussels Airlines

Sun, Feb 22 - Fri, Mar 6

8:55 pm - 1:05 am

JFK

KGL

21h 10m2 stops

2:10 am - 6:55 pm

KGL

JFK

23h 45m2 stops

$861Ethiopian Air

Wed, Jan 21 - Sat, Jan 31

12:25 am - 1:40 am

EWR

KGL

18h 15m1 stop

2:40 am - 11:30 pm

KGL

EWR

26h 50m2 stops

$862Turkish Airlines

Wed, Feb 25 - Wed, Mar 18

10:20 am - 1:30 pm

JFK

KGL

20h 10m1 stop

3:50 pm - 8:00 am

KGL

JFK

23h 10m1 stop

$863Qatar Airways

Sun, Feb 22 - Fri, Mar 6

5:30 pm - 6:50 pm

IAD

KGL

19h 20m1 stop

8:05 pm - 2:20 pm

KGL

IAD

24h 15m2 stops

$868Brussels Airlines

Sun, Apr 26 - Sat, May 2

9:35 am - 9:55 am

ATL

KGL

17h 20m1 stop

5:40 pm - 8:00 am

KGL

ATL

21h 20m2 stops

$875Ethiopian Air

Wed, Feb 4 - Tue, Mar 3

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 - Tue, Jan 27

5:55 pm - 7:40 pm

ORD

KGL

17h 45m1 stop

8:50 pm - 12:10 pm

KGL

ORD

23h 20m2 stops

$910United Airlines

Mon, Jan 19 - Mon, Mar 2

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoKigali

ORD - KGL

ORDKGL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/20

11:50 am-1:45 am

1 stop29h 55m

Kigali Intl

Mon 3/2

2:40 am-10:05 am

2 stops39h 25m

$839

AtlantaKigali

ATL - KGL

ATLKGL

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 3/18

8:35 pm-1:30 pm

1 stop34h 55m

Kigali Intl

Wed 3/25

3:50 pm-4:15 pm

1 stop30h 25m

$846

New YorkKigali

JFK - KGL

JFKKGL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 2/22

6:25 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop18h 15m

Kigali Intl

Fri 3/6

8:50 pm-1:20 pm

2 stops23h 30m

$851

New YorkKigali

JFK - KGL

JFKKGL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 1/21

8:55 pm-1:05 am

2 stops21h 10m

Kigali Intl

Sat 1/31

2:10 am-6:55 pm

2 stops23h 45m

$861

NewarkKigali

EWR - KGL

EWRKGL

Newark

Wed 2/25

12:25 am-1:40 am

1 stop18h 15m

Kigali Intl

Wed 3/18

2:40 am-11:30 pm

2 stops26h 50m

$862

New YorkKigali

JFK - KGL

JFKKGL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 2/22

10:20 am-1:30 pm

1 stop20h 10m

Kigali Intl

Fri 3/6

3:50 pm-8:00 am

1 stop23h 10m

$863

Washington, D.C.Kigali

IAD - KGL

IADKGL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 4/26

5:30 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop19h 20m

Kigali Intl

Sat 5/2

8:05 pm-2:20 pm

2 stops24h 15m

$868

AtlantaKigali

ATL - KGL

ATLKGL

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 2/4

9:35 am-9:55 am

1 stop17h 20m

Kigali Intl

Tue 3/3

5:40 pm-8:00 am

2 stops21h 20m

$875

NewarkKigali

EWR - KGL

EWRKGL

Newark

Sun 1/11

6:55 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop17h 45m

Kigali Intl

Tue 1/27

8:50 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops23h 40m

$910

ChicagoKigali

ORD - KGL

ORDKGL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/19

5:55 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop17h 45m

Kigali Intl

Mon 3/2

8:50 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops23h 20m

$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 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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Cheap Rwanda flight deals and tips

Summary info about Rwanda flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	$432
Best Round-Trip Price	$839
Fastest flight time	29h 10m

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 $839 (Chicago O'Hare Intl to Kigali Intl).

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The fastest flight to Rwanda from United States takes 29h 10m (New York John F Kennedy 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 37% 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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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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