Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Washington, D.C. to Kigali?

Flights connecting via Addis Ababa (ADD) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 17h 00m.

How long does it take to fly to Kigali?

Flight times from Washington, D.C. to Kigali vary, but if you’re flying out of Washington, D.C. and flying into Kigali (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 23h 57m on average. Another popular route from Washington, D.C. to Kigali is flying from Baltimore to Kigali, which will take roughly 27h 40m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Washington, D.C. to Kigali Intl?

Air Canada, SWISS, and SAUDIA are the most popular carriers operating from Washington, D.C. to Kigali Intl

What airlines fly to Kigali?

Ethiopian Air, Qatar Airways and Brussels Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Kigali from Washington, D.C. according to our data. Ethiopian Air is the first choice among our users, with 43% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Kigali. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Kigali on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Washington, D.C. to Kigali?

Flights via Addis Ababa (ADD) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $977.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Washington, D.C. to Kigali?

Addis Ababa (ADD) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 30m.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Washington, D.C. and Kigali?

Doha (DOH) was the most common stop: 91% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Kigali Intl Airport?

Prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Kigali Intl Airport were last updated today.

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The number of operators available for flights from Washington, D.C. to Kigali Intl Airport is 5 as of May 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. to Kigali Intl Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Washington, D.C. to Kigali Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Kigali Intl Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Kigali Intl Airport 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 Kigali Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,295 to $1,061. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,012.

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9:45 pm - 12:50 am

IAD

KGL

21h 05m

1 stop

2:40 am - 11:45 am

KGL

IAD

40h 05m

2 stops

$1,012Turkish Airlines

Thu, Sep 10 - Mon, Nov 9

9:45 pm - 12:55 am

IAD

KGL

21h 10m

1 stop

2:35 am - 11:45 am

KGL

IAD

40h 10m

2 stops

$1,038Turkish Airlines

Wed, Sep 9 - Tue, Nov 10

9:00 pm - 1:30 pm

IAD

KGL

34h 30m

2 stops

4:20 pm - 3:40 pm

KGL

IAD

29h 20m

1 stop

$1,098Qatar Airways

Wed, Sep 2 - Sat, Sep 12

10:40 am - 1:30 pm

IAD

KGL

19h 50m

1 stop

3:50 pm - 3:55 pm

KGL

IAD

31h 05m

1 stop

$1,110Qatar Airways

Sun, Nov 1 - Wed, Nov 11

11:00 am - 7:40 pm

DCA

KGL

26h 40m

2 stops

8:50 pm - 9:00 pm

KGL

DCA

31h 10m

3 stops

$1,157Air Canada

Mon, Oct 26 - Sat, Nov 7

8:30 am - 6:50 pm

DCA

KGL

28h 20m

2 stops

8:05 pm - 4:57 pm

KGL

DCA

26h 52m

3 stops

$1,165United Airlines

Sun, Aug 30 - Tue, Sep 29

6:21 am - 7:30 pm

BWI

KGL

31h 09m

2 stops

8:35 pm - 6:52 pm

KGL

BWI

28h 17m

3 stops

$1,172Delta

Sun, Aug 30 - Mon, Sep 28

11:00 am - 7:30 pm

DCA

KGL

26h 30m

2 stops

8:35 pm - 10:51 pm

KGL

DCA

32h 16m

3 stops

$1,172Delta

Sun, Aug 30 - Mon, Sep 28

6:00 am - 6:50 pm

DCA

KGL

30h 50m

2 stops

8:05 pm - 9:50 pm

KGL

DCA

31h 45m

3 stops

$1,203Air Canada

Wed, Sep 2 - Mon, Sep 28

5:11 pm - 6:50 pm

BWI

KGL

43h 39m

2 stops

8:05 pm - 5:13 pm

KGL

BWI

27h 08m

3 stops

$1,217United Airlines

Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20

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Aug 30

BWI6:21 amBaltimore/Washington

31h 09m

2 stops

KGL7:30 pmKigali Intl

Sep 28

KGL8:35 pmKigali Intl

28h 17m

3 stops

BWI6:52 pmBaltimore/Washington

$1,172

Delta

Nov 1

BWI9:00 amBaltimore/Washington

27h 40m

2 stops

KGL7:40 pmKigali Intl

Nov 11

KGL8:45 pmKigali Intl

27h 18m

3 stops

BWI5:03 pmBaltimore/Washington

$1,188

Delta

Sep 3

BWI9:00 amBaltimore/Washington

28h 30m

2 stops

KGL7:30 pmKigali Intl

Sep 28

KGL8:35 pmKigali Intl

28h 17m

3 stops

BWI6:52 pmBaltimore/Washington

$1,226

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Air Canada

Sep 9

IAD12:58 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

23h 52m

2 stops

KGL6:50 pmKigali Intl

Nov 12

KGL8:50 pmKigali Intl

31h 04m

3 stops

IAD8:54 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,157

Air Canada

Sep 8

IAD10:36 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

38h 14m

2 stops

KGL6:50 pmKigali Intl

Nov 9

KGL8:50 pmKigali Intl

26h 30m

3 stops

IAD4:20 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,162

Air Canada

Sep 8

IAD10:36 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

38h 14m

2 stops

KGL6:50 pmKigali Intl

Nov 8

KGL8:25 pmKigali Intl

31h 29m

3 stops

IAD8:54 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,167

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Thu 9/10

9:45 pm-12:50 am

1 stop21h 05m

Kigali Intl

Mon 11/9

2:40 am-11:45 am

2 stops40h 05m

$1,012

Washington, D.C.Kigali

IAD - KGL

IADKGL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 9/9

9:45 pm-12:55 am

1 stop21h 10m

Kigali Intl

Tue 11/10

2:35 am-11:45 am

2 stops40h 10m

$1,038

Washington, D.C.Kigali

IAD - KGL

IADKGL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 9/2

9:00 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops34h 30m

Kigali Intl

Sat 9/12

4:20 pm-3:40 pm

1 stop29h 20m

$1,098

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IAD - KGL

IADKGL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 11/1

10:40 am-1:30 pm

1 stop19h 50m

Kigali Intl

Wed 11/11

3:50 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop31h 05m

$1,110

Washington, D.C.Kigali

DCA - KGL

DCAKGL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 10/26

11:00 am-7:40 pm

2 stops26h 40m

Kigali Intl

Sat 11/7

8:50 pm-9:00 pm

3 stops31h 10m

$1,157

Washington, D.C.Kigali

DCA - KGL

DCAKGL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 8/30

8:30 am-6:50 pm

2 stops28h 20m

Kigali Intl

Tue 9/29

8:05 pm-4:57 pm

3 stops26h 52m

$1,165

BaltimoreKigali

BWI - KGL

BWIKGL

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 8/30

6:21 am-7:30 pm

2 stops31h 09m

Kigali Intl

Mon 9/28

8:35 pm-6:52 pm

3 stops28h 17m

$1,172

Washington, D.C.Kigali

DCA - KGL

DCAKGL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 8/30

11:00 am-7:30 pm

2 stops26h 30m

Kigali Intl

Mon 9/28

8:35 pm-10:51 pm

3 stops32h 16m

$1,172

Washington, D.C.Kigali

DCA - KGL

DCAKGL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 9/2

6:00 am-6:50 pm

2 stops30h 50m

Kigali Intl

Mon 9/28

8:05 pm-9:50 pm

3 stops31h 45m

$1,203

BaltimoreKigali

BWI - KGL

BWIKGL

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 10/13

5:11 pm-6:50 pm

2 stops43h 39m

Kigali Intl

Tue 10/20

8:05 pm-5:13 pm

3 stops27h 08m

$1,217

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Kigali?

If you aren’t able to travel during the month of February, then book flights to Kigali from Washington, D.C. during July instead. Flights to Kigali in July, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around $574.

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You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Kigali from Washington, D.C. when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Kigali for around $1,157 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Kigali from Washington, D.C. for as low as $869 on momondo.

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Kigali Intl is 7215.1 mi away from Washington, D.C.. Flights usually cover this in 16h 55m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
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How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. to Kigali Intl Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Washington, D.C. to Kigali Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Kigali Intl Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Kigali Intl Airport 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 Kigali Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
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momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Washington, D.C. to Kigali is Ethiopian Air, representing 33% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Qatar Airways at 27%, RwandAir at 23%, and United Airlines at 17%.

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