Flying from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH) to Kigali Airport (KGL): what you need to know
Kigali's timezone is UTC+2, making Kigali eight hours ahead of Houston.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your IAH to KGL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport to Kigali Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between IAH and KGL:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH) to Kigali Airport (KGL)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport to Kigali Airport flight is 572 €. A round-trip plane ticket is currently 1.185 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from IAH to KGL if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
Finding cheap flights from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport to Kigali Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across the month and snap up a great deal.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from IAH to KGL.
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Handy information about Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH)
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
79% of flights departing from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport arrive at their destination on time.
To reach Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport from central Houston, it'll take around 30 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to IAH? If you've booked an early flight from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport to Kigali Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Kigali Airport (KGL)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport to Kigali Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near KGL instead:
Pick up the keys to a Kigali Airport rental car from top companies like Europcar or Green Motion. With your own set of wheels, you can venture farther out of Kigali and visit places that usually fly under the radar.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Kigali Airport around one week before your travel date.
Getting from Kigali Airport (KGL) to central Kigali
From Kigali Airport, Kigali is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
When to fly to Kigali Airport (KGL)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport to Kigali Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Kigali. If you like a quieter vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport to Kigali Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Kigali, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from IAH to KGL in December if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) on average.
Explore more of Rwanda
Kigali is just scratching the surface of what Rwanda has to offer. Head onward to Butare, which is around 80 kilometres away to the south-west. From Ngoma Genocide Memorial to Cyarwa 1994 Genocide Against Tutsi Memorial, there's plenty to keep you busy in this fascinating city.