Flying from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Kigali International Airport (KGL): what you need to know
8 hours 34 minutes is the average duration of a direct flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kigali International Airport. Kigali is 1 hour ahead of Amsterdam and operates on the UTC+2 timezone.
Flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kigali International Airport start from 10:05 — the earliest with KLM. The latest flight is the 11:00 option with KLM. In total, there are 8 weekly services between AMS and KGL.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like June and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
KLM is your ticket to exploring Kigali (and maybe even some other great parts of Rwanda!). Check out the direct flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kigali International Airport offered by this airline.
If you want a stopover for your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kigali International Airport, just deselect 'Direct flights only' and check out your options. These are the most popular stopovers between AMS and KGL:
Brussels Airport
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
London Heathrow Airport
To find out if you need a visa to enter Rwanda, contact your airline and the local consulate or embassy. They'll have the most up-to-date details, including other paperwork you may need after booking your cheap ticket from AMS to KGL.
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Kigali International Airport (KGL)
400 € is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kigali International Airport. Return flights start from 620 €. These fares can change depending on availability.
Score cheap tickets from AMS to KGL by booking at least 9 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kigali International Airport. If you prefer to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
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Take advantage of filters to find the best journey for you. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kigali International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Located around 23 kilometres from the centre of Amsterdam, Amsterdam Airport Schiphol can be reached in approximately 23 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport is roughly 1 hour and 3 minutes.
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Arriving at Kigali International Airport (KGL)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kigali International Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near KGL instead:
Getting from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to central Kigali
Kigali International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from central Kigali. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 21 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour and 55 minutes.
When to fly to Kigali International Airport (KGL)
The quietest month for a flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kigali International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Kigali based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kigali International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Kigali during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC and 30ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from AMS to KGL in May if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC and 25ºC on average.
More about Kigali
Start your Kigali trip right by finding a great stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from AMS to KGL, have a look at our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Inema Art Centre, Kimironko Market and Campaign Against Genocide Museum are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Kigali itinerary.
Complete your Kigali trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked your cheap ticket to Kigali International Airport — next on the list is finding a great stay, and maybe even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Kigali.