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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Zanzibar Airport to Kigali Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 418 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Kigali.409 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 Jan, returning Thu, 7 Jan.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Zanzibar on Wed, 6 Jan, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Kigali on Thu, 7 Jan, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From 409 €, select.

Kigali.410 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Sep, returning Wed, 16 Sep.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Zanzibar on Wed, 9 Sep, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Kigali on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From 410 €, select.

Kigali.411 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 29 Nov, returning Wed, 9 Dec.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Zanzibar on Sun, 29 Nov, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Kigali on Wed, 9 Dec, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From 411 €, select.

Kigali.412 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 10 Jul, returning Sat, 11 Jul.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Zanzibar on Fri, 10 Jul, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Kigali on Sat, 11 Jul, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From 412 €, select.

Kigali.418 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 Aug, returning Wed, 26 Aug.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Zanzibar on Wed, 19 Aug, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Kigali on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From 418 €, select.

Kigali.442 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec, returning Fri, 11 Dec.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Zanzibar on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Kigali on Fri, 11 Dec, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From 442 €, select.

Kigali.483 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Nov, returning Sat, 21 Nov.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Zanzibar on Thu, 19 Nov, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Kigali on Sat, 21 Nov, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From 483 €, select.

Kigali.506 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 Oct, returning Sun, 18 Oct.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Zanzibar on Mon, 12 Oct, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Kigali on Sun, 18 Oct, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From 506 €, select.

Kigali.506 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Jul, returning Sun, 2 Aug.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Zanzibar on Mon, 27 Jul, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Kigali on Sun, 2 Aug, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From 506 €, select.

Kigali.522 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 28 Feb, returning Sun, 7 Mar.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Zanzibar on Sun, 28 Feb, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Kigali on Sun, 7 Mar, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From 522 €, select.

Kigali.806 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 8 Jul, returning Sun, 12 Jul.Return flight with RwandAir.Outbound direct flight with RwandAir departs from Zanzibar on Wed, 8 Jul, arriving in Kigali.Inbound direct flight with RwandAir departs from Kigali on Sun, 12 Jul, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From 806 €, select.

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Zanzibar to Kigali: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	409 €
Cheapest month to fly	January
Average flight time	2 hrs, 30 mins
Most popular airline	Qatar Airways
Average flights per week	17

Finding cheap flights from Zanzibar to Kigali: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Zanzibar to Kigali?

The best price we found for a return flight from Zanzibar to Kigali is 409 €. 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 Zanzibar to Kigali?

2 hours and 30 minutes is the average flight time from Zanzibar to Kigali.

Which airlines fly direct from Zanzibar to Kigali?

Qatar Airways and RwandAir fly direct from Zanzibar to Kigali.

How many flights are there a week from Zanzibar to Kigali?

As of July 2026, there are 17 flights per week flying from Zanzibar to Kigali.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Zanzibar to Kigali?

The cheapest month to fly from Zanzibar to Kigali is usually January.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Zanzibar Airport to Kigali Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Zanzibar Airport to Kigali Airport on Wednesday, 6 January 2027.

Can I get a direct flight from Zanzibar Airport to Kigali Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 30 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 Zanzibar Airport to Kigali with?

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

Travelling from Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ) to Kigali Airport (KGL): what you need to know

Around 2 hours 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Zanzibar Airport to Kigali Airport.
Kigali is one hour behind Zanzibar and observes the UTC+2 timezone.
You can take your pick of four weekly Zanzibar Airport to Kigali Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your ZNZ to KGL flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
RwandAir has direct flights from Zanzibar Airport to Kigali Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Kigali — and maybe even more of Rwanda if time allows.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with RwandAir on this route.
RwandAir is the most punctual carrier offering ZNZ to KGL flights.

How to find the cheapest flights from Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ) to Kigali Airport (KGL)

The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Zanzibar Airport to Kigali Airport flight is 337 €. A round-trip plane ticket right now is 409 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from ZNZ to KGL, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across every month when looking for a flight from Zanzibar Airport to Kigali Airport.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from ZNZ to KGL by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Zanzibar Airport to Kigali Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ)

Of all flights departing from Zanzibar Airport, 65% land on time at their destination.
Zanzibar Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Zanzibar. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near ZNZ. Whether you're taking an early flight from Zanzibar Airport to Kigali Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:

Arriving at Kigali Airport (KGL)

Consider booking a hotel near KGL if you have a late Zanzibar Airport to Kigali Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab a Kigali Airport rental car and discover places that aren't on the usual tourist route. Europcar and Green Motion can hook you up with a set of wheels for your adventures through Kigali and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Kigali Airport around one week before travelling.

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.
It takes roughly 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

When to fly to Kigali Airport (KGL)

It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Zanzibar Airport to Kigali Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Kigali. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Zanzibar Airport to Kigali Airport for August if you want to go to Kigali during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from ZNZ to KGL in December if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) on average.

Explore more of Rwanda

Kigali is only a small part of what Rwanda has to offer. Head onward to Butare, which is about 80 kilometres away to the south-west. From Ngoma Genocide Memorial to Cyarwa 1994 Genocide Against Tutsi Memorial, there are countless things to do in this popular city.