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Kigali.740 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 22 Oct, returning Mon, 27 Oct.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 22 Oct, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Kigali on Mon, 27 Oct, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From 740 €, select.
Kigali.794 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 Nov, returning Sat, 22 Nov.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Mon, 10 Nov, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Kigali on Sat, 22 Nov, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From 794 €, select.
Kigali.811 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Dec, returning Sun, 14 Dec.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Fri, 5 Dec, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Kigali on Sun, 14 Dec, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From 811 €, select.
Kigali.817 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 17 Oct, returning Tue, 4 Nov.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Fri, 17 Oct, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Kigali on Tue, 4 Nov, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From 817 €, select.
Kigali.823 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Sep, returning Fri, 19 Sep.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Mon, 8 Sep, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Kigali on Fri, 19 Sep, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Price includes taxes and charges.From 823 €, select.
Kigali.836 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 May, returning Mon, 8 Jun.Return flight with Brussels Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu, 28 May, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departs from Kigali on Mon, 8 Jun, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From 836 €, select.
Kigali.838 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 20 Aug, returning Thu, 20 Nov.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 20 Aug, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Kigali on Thu, 20 Nov, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From 838 €, select.
Kigali.873 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 19 Aug, returning Sun, 7 Sep.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 19 Aug, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Kigali on Sun, 7 Sep, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From 873 €, select.

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New York to Kigali: Alternative routes

Compare routes from New York to Kigali below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Kigali.

New York to Kigali: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found740 €
Cheapest month to flyOctober

Finding cheap flights from New York to Kigali: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from New York to Kigali is 740 €. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from New York to Kigali. But we found flights with one stop from 740 €.
As of July 2025, there are no flights flying from New York to Kigali.
The cheapest month to fly from New York to Kigali is usually October.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between New York and Kigali Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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.
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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Kigali is Ethiopian Airlines .

Travelling from New York to Kigali International Airport (KGL): What you need to know

  • You can choose from a variety of airports when planning your flight from New York to Kigali International Airport (KGL). Check out your options for jetting out of John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA).

  • The timezone in Kigali is UTC+2, which is six hours ahead of New York. Kigali International Airport is located in Kigali.

  • For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from New York to KGL.

  • Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stick to your schedule.

Airports in New York

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from New York to KGL. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these popular options:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

    • Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)

  • Located around 48 kilometres from the centre of New York, JFK can be reached in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.

  • Looking for a comfortable hotel near John F. Kennedy International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from New York to Kigali International Airport, these stays will put you just around the corner from the terminal:

  • Of the flights that depart from John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% land on time at their destination.

  • You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • Split up your flight from New York to Kigali International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross another place off your list. Top stopovers between Newark Liberty International Airport and KGL include:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

    • Brussels Airport (BRU)

  • Using public transport, you can travel from central New York to EWR in about 1 hour 10 minutes. The terminal is roughly 24 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 30 minutes.

  • Want to enjoy an extra night away before your New York to KGL flight? Relax in a hotel near Newark Liberty International Airport before your break officially begins. These stays are expecting you:

  • Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 73.3%. This figure shows how often flights that depart from this airport arrive on schedule.

  • You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.

LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

  • The journey time to LGA from the centre of New York is around 1 hour by public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you roughly 25 minutes to cover the 18 kilometres or so.

  • Make catching an early New York to Kigali International Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Stay at one of these accommodation options close to LaGuardia Airport and get to your check-in counter with plenty of time to spare:

  • With 80.0% of its departing flights arriving as planned, LGA is a reliable starting point for any adventure.

  • LaGuardia Airport is located at Hangar 7 Centre.

About Kigali International Airport (KGL)

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from New York to Kigali International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near KGL instead:

  • Line up a Kigali International Airport rental car from providers like Europcar or Green Motion. With your own wheels, you can go beyond Kigali and discover places most visitors miss.

  • Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your New York to Kigali International Airport flight.

Getting from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to central Kigali

  • Kigali International Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Kigali. How long it takes to get to the centre by car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.

  • Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 55 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Kigali International Airport (KGL)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Kigali International Airport is 395 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 740 €. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.

  • To find cheap flights from New York to KGL, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.

  • If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your New York to Kigali International Airport ticket.

  • Save time searching for cheap plane tickets from New York to KGL by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when fares go down.

  • Find an affordable flight from New York to Kigali International Airport by using the search filters. Select your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from New York to Kigali International Airport (KGL)

  • Think about the kind of holiday you want when deciding your trip dates. April is the quietest month to go to Kigali. August is when most people book flights from New York to Kigali International Airport (KGL), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.

  • The warmest month in Kigali is August, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your New York to KGL plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from New York to Kigali International Airport in May when temperatures are between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).

More about Kigali

  • Start your Kigali trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from New York to Kigali International Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:

  • All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Silverback, Africa Tours Rwanda Safari and Fine safaris Afrika are attractions you won't want to skip in Kigali.

Explore more of Rwanda

  • Kigali is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Rwanda you'll want to see. Around 121 kilometres west of Kigali, a visit to Nyamasheke will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Nyungwe National Park, Umugano Botanical Garden and IMUHIRA ECO TOURISM RWANDA.

  • Another well-known destination in Rwanda, Cyamura is roughly 145 kilometres south-west of Kigali. Make room in your schedule for highlights including Bugarama Hotsprings.

Plan the rest of your trip from New York to Kigali

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