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 20h 20m on average. Another popular route from Washington, D.C. to Kigali is flying from Baltimore to Kigali, which will take roughly 24h 10m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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.

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

Doha (DOH) was the most common stop: 98% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

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

United Airlines, Lufthansa, and SAUDIA are the most popular carriers operating from Washington, D.C. to Kigali Intl

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 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.

What airlines fly to Kigali?

Qatar Airways, Ethiopian Air and RwandAir are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Kigali from Washington, D.C. according to our data. Qatar Airways is the first choice among our users, with 42% 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.

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

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The number of operators available for flights from Washington, D.C. to Kigali Intl Airport is 5 as of April 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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Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Washington, D.C. and Kigali?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,245 to $1,136. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,022.

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9:45 pm - 12:55 am

IAD

KGL

21h 10m

1 stop

1:50 am - 7:50 pm

KGL

IAD

24h 00m

2 stops

$1,022Turkish Airlines

Tue, Aug 18 - Tue, Sep 22

6:50 pm - 8:00 am

IAD

KGL

31h 10m

2 stops

8:00 pm - 3:40 pm

KGL

IAD

25h 40m

2 stops

$1,060SAUDIA

Tue, Aug 18 - Wed, Sep 23

9:00 pm - 1:45 pm

IAD

KGL

34h 45m

1 stop

1:00 am - 3:40 pm

KGL

IAD

44h 40m

3 stops

$1,107Qatar Airways

Sun, Sep 13 - Thu, Sep 24

5:35 pm - 6:50 pm

IAD

KGL

19h 15m

1 stop

8:05 pm - 1:30 pm

KGL

IAD

23h 25m

2 stops

$1,128Brussels Airlines

Sun, May 3 - Sat, May 9

5:35 pm - 6:50 pm

IAD

KGL

19h 15m

1 stop

8:05 pm - 1:30 pm

KGL

IAD

23h 25m

2 stops

$1,130Brussels Airlines

Sun, May 3 - Sat, May 9

5:35 pm - 6:50 pm

IAD

KGL

19h 15m

1 stop

8:05 pm - 2:20 pm

KGL

IAD

24h 15m

2 stops

$1,151United Airlines

Sun, May 3 - Sat, May 9

9:00 pm - 6:55 am

IAD

KGL

27h 55m

1 stop

1:00 am - 3:40 pm

KGL

IAD

44h 40m

3 stops

$1,152Qatar Airways

Fri, Sep 4 - Thu, Sep 17

1:05 pm - 6:50 pm

DCA

KGL

23h 45m

2 stops

8:05 pm - 5:25 pm

KGL

DCA

27h 20m

3 stops

$1,165United Airlines

Sun, May 3 - Sat, May 9

6:09 am - 7:30 pm

DCA

KGL

31h 21m

2 stops

8:35 pm - 11:24 pm

KGL

DCA

32h 49m

3 stops

$1,236Delta

Fri, May 8 - Sat, May 23

6:09 am - 7:30 pm

DCA

KGL

31h 21m

2 stops

8:35 pm - 11:24 pm

KGL

DCA

32h 49m

3 stops

$1,239Delta

Fri, May 8 - Sat, May 23

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United Airlines flights from Washington, D.C. to Kigali

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May 3

IAD5:35 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

19h 15m

1 stop

KGL6:50 pmKigali Intl

May 9

KGL8:05 pmKigali Intl

24h 15m

2 stops

IAD2:20 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,151

United Airlines

May 3

IAD6:15 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

30h 35m

2 stops

KGL6:50 pmKigali Intl

May 9

KGL8:05 pmKigali Intl

24h 15m

2 stops

IAD2:20 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,155

United Airlines

May 3

IAD5:35 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

19h 15m

1 stop

KGL6:50 pmKigali Intl

May 9

KGL8:05 pmKigali Intl

27h 25m

3 stops

IAD5:30 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,161

KLM flights from Washington, D.C. to Kigali

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KLM

May 5

DCA12:30 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

25h 00m

2 stops

KGL7:30 pmKigali Intl

May 15

KGL8:35 pmKigali Intl

32h 24m

3 stops

DCA10:59 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$1,238

KLM

May 3

BWI3:33 pmBaltimore/Washington

21h 57m

2 stops

KGL7:30 pmKigali Intl

May 16

KGL8:35 pmKigali Intl

26h 03m

3 stops

BWI4:38 pmBaltimore/Washington

$2,146

KLM

Apr 30

BWI3:33 pmBaltimore/Washington

21h 57m

2 stops

KGL7:30 pmKigali Intl

May 25

KGL8:35 pmKigali Intl

26h 03m

3 stops

BWI4:38 pmBaltimore/Washington

$2,249

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IAD - KGL

IADKGL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 8/18

9:45 pm-12:55 am

1 stop21h 10m

Kigali Intl

Tue 9/22

1:50 am-7:50 pm

2 stops24h 00m

$1,022

Washington, D.C.Kigali

IAD - KGL

IADKGL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 8/18

6:50 pm-8:00 am

2 stops31h 10m

Kigali Intl

Wed 9/23

8:00 pm-3:40 pm

2 stops25h 40m

$1,060

Washington, D.C.Kigali

IAD - KGL

IADKGL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 9/13

9:00 pm-1:45 pm

1 stop34h 45m

Kigali Intl

Thu 9/24

1:00 am-3:40 pm

3 stops44h 40m

$1,107

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Washington, D.C.Kigali

IAD - KGL

IADKGL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 5/3

5:35 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop19h 15m

Kigali Intl

Sat 5/9

8:05 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops23h 25m

$1,128

Washington, D.C.Kigali

IAD - KGL

IADKGL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 5/3

5:35 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop19h 15m

Kigali Intl

Sat 5/9

8:05 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops23h 25m

$1,130

Washington, D.C.Kigali

IAD - KGL

IADKGL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 5/3

5:35 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop19h 15m

Kigali Intl

Sat 5/9

8:05 pm-2:20 pm

2 stops24h 15m

$1,151

Washington, D.C.Kigali

IAD - KGL

IADKGL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 9/4

9:00 pm-6:55 am

1 stop27h 55m

Kigali Intl

Thu 9/17

1:00 am-3:40 pm

3 stops44h 40m

$1,152

Washington, D.C.Kigali

DCA - KGL

DCAKGL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 5/3

1:05 pm-6:50 pm

2 stops23h 45m

Kigali Intl

Sat 5/9

8:05 pm-5:25 pm

3 stops27h 20m

$1,165

Washington, D.C.Kigali

DCA - KGL

DCAKGL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 5/8

6:09 am-7:30 pm

2 stops31h 21m

Kigali Intl

Sat 5/23

8:35 pm-11:24 pm

3 stops32h 49m

$1,236

Washington, D.C.Kigali

DCA - KGL

DCAKGL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 5/8

6:09 am-7:30 pm

2 stops31h 21m

Kigali Intl

Sat 5/23

8:35 pm-11:24 pm

3 stops32h 49m

$1,239

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Kigali?

If you aren’t able to travel during the month of October, then book flights to Kigali from Washington, D.C. during January instead. Flights to Kigali in January, while not as cheap as those in October, still average around $973.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Kigali?

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 $1,121 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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How far is Washington, D.C. to Kigali Intl by plane?
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.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Kigali Intl Airport?
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The number of operators available for flights from Washington, D.C. to Kigali Intl Airport is 5 as of April 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.
What is the most popular airline from Washington, D.C. to Kigali?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Washington, D.C. to Kigali is Ethiopian Air, representing 30% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Qatar Airways at 30%, RwandAir at 23%, and United Airlines at 17%.

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