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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Kigali Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 395 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Kigali.380 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 24 Aug, returning Mon, 31 Aug.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Mon, 24 Aug, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Kigali on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From 380 €, select.

Kigali.395 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Sep, returning Wed, 23 Sep.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Kigali on Wed, 23 Sep, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From 395 €, select.

Kigali.401 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 29 Aug, returning Sun, 27 Sep.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sat, 29 Aug, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Kigali on Sun, 27 Sep, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From 401 €, select.

Kigali.407 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Sep, returning Tue, 6 Oct.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Wed, 23 Sep, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Kigali on Tue, 6 Oct, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From 407 €, select.

Kigali.486 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 14 Jan, returning Sun, 17 Jan.Return flight with RwandAir.Outbound indirect flight with RwandAir, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Thu, 14 Jan, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with RwandAir, departs from Kigali on Sun, 17 Jan, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From 486 €, select.

Kigali.488 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 30 Aug, returning Sun, 30 Aug.Return flight with RwandAir.Outbound direct flight with RwandAir departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sun, 30 Aug, arriving in Kigali.Inbound direct flight with RwandAir departs from Kigali on Sun, 30 Aug, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From 488 €, select.

Kigali.523 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 14 Jan, returning Sun, 17 Jan.Return flight with RwandAir.Outbound direct flight with RwandAir departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Thu, 14 Jan, arriving in Kigali.Inbound direct flight with RwandAir departs from Kigali on Sun, 17 Jan, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From 523 €, select.

Kigali.537 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Nov, returning Tue, 17 Nov.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Kigali.Inbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Kigali on Tue, 17 Nov, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From 537 €, select.

Kigali.538 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 Oct, returning Tue, 13 Oct.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Wed, 7 Oct, arriving in Kigali.Inbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Kigali on Tue, 13 Oct, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From 538 €, select.

Kigali.538 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Sep, returning Fri, 18 Sep.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Fri, 11 Sep, arriving in Kigali.Inbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Kigali on Fri, 18 Sep, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From 538 €, select.

Kigali.545 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Sep, returning Sun, 20 Dec.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Fri, 25 Sep, arriving in Kigali.Inbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Kigali on Sun, 20 Dec, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From 545 €, select.

Kigali.546 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Nov, returning Tue, 8 Dec.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Mon, 30 Nov, arriving in Kigali.Inbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Kigali on Tue, 8 Dec, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From 546 €, select.

Kigali.546 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Apr, returning Thu, 22 Apr.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Tue, 20 Apr, arriving in Kigali.Inbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Kigali on Thu, 22 Apr, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From 546 €, select.

Kigali.547 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Dec, returning Mon, 28 Dec.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Wed, 23 Dec, arriving in Kigali.Inbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Kigali on Mon, 28 Dec, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From 547 €, select.

Kigali.547 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 24 Jan, returning Tue, 2 Feb.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sun, 24 Jan, arriving in Kigali.Inbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Kigali on Tue, 2 Feb, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From 547 €, select.

Kigali.547 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 14 Aug, returning Fri, 4 Sep.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Fri, 14 Aug, arriving in Kigali.Inbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Kigali on Fri, 4 Sep, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From 547 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Kigali

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Cheapest flight found	380 €
Cheapest month to fly	August
Average flight time	1 hr, 32 mins
Most popular airline	Kenya Airways
Average flights per week	153

Finding cheap flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Kigali: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Kigali?

The best price we found for a return flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Kigali is 380 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Kigali?

1 hour and 32 minutes is the average flight time from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Kigali.

Which airlines fly direct from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Kigali?

Kenya Airways, KLM and Qatar Airways fly direct from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Kigali.

How many flights are there a week from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Kigali?

As of August 2026, there are 153 flights per week flying from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Kigali.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Kigali?

The cheapest month to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Kigali is usually August.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Kigali Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Kigali Airport on Monday, 24 August 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Kigali Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 32 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Kigali?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Kigali but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Kigali?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Kigali is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Kigali with?

Currently, Ethiopian Airlines and RwandAir offer the cheapest flight tickets to Kigali.

Flying from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO) to Kigali Airport (KGL): what you need to know

Take a direct flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Kigali Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 30 minutes.
Kigali's timezone is UTC+2, making Kigali one hour behind Nairobi.
Flights from NBO to KGL start at 00:05 — the first with Kenya Airways. The last service of the day is at 20:50 with RwandAir. In total, you can choose from 41 weekly Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Kigali Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your NBO to KGL flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Kenya Airways is your gateway to discovering Kigali (and maybe even some other great corners of Rwanda!). Check out the direct flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Kigali Airport offered by this carrier.
Kenya Airways tops the list for bookings on this route.
The most punctual carrier that offers NBO to KGL flights is Kenya Airways. Its services land as planned 65.54% of the time.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Kigali Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between NBO and KGL include:
- Addis Ababa Airport
- Dar Es Salaam Airport
- Entebbe Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO) to Kigali Airport (KGL)

294 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Kigali Airport flight. Return flights start at 380 €. These prices can change depending on demand.
Book six months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from NBO to KGL.
Organise your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Kigali Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from NBO to KGL.
Discover the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Kigali Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO)

Of the flights that depart from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport, 62% arrive on time at their destination.
To get to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport from central Nairobi, it takes about 30 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near NBO. Whether you're catching an early flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Kigali Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:

Arriving at Kigali Airport (KGL)

If you have a late Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Kigali Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these hotels near KGL:
Pick up a Kigali Airport rental car and see parts of the region that most travellers miss. Europcar and Green Motion can set you up with a set of wheels for your adventures through Kigali and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Kigali Airport about one week in advance of your trip.

Getting from Kigali Airport (KGL) to central Kigali

Kigali Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from central Kigali. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
Getting there by public transport takes around 45 minutes.

When to fly to Kigali Airport (KGL)

The quietest month for a flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Kigali Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Kigali based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Kigali is August, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Kigali Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from NBO to KGL in December. Temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) then.

Explore more of Rwanda

Get acquainted with Kigali, then make your way to other fascinating corners of Rwanda. Travel south-west to Butare, around 80 kilometres away. Ngoma Genocide Memorial and Cyarwa 1994 Genocide Against Tutsi Memorial offer a great introduction to the city.