How long is the flight from United Kingdom to Rwanda?

The average flight duration from United Kingdom to Rwanda depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from London Heathrow to Kigali Intl is 8h 30m on average, while flying from Manchester to Kigali Intl is 11h 30m on average. Kigali Intl is the most popular airport in Rwanda.

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Recent flights found to popular cities in Rwanda

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Flights to Kigali

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Multiple Airlines

12 Jan

LHR

21h 35m

2 stops

KGL

31 Jan

KGL

18h 10m

3 stops

LHR

£444

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Multiple Airlines

14 Oct

LHR

21h 30m

2 stops

KGL

4 Nov

KGL

18h 10m

3 stops

LHR

£447

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Lufthansa

1 Jan

LHR

21h 25m

2 stops

KGL

31 Jan

KGL

18h 10m

3 stops

LHR

£456

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Brussels Airlines

1 Oct

LHR

11h 05m

1 stop

KGL

27 Oct

KGL

15h 15m

2 stops

LHR

£458

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Multiple Airlines

1 Oct

LHR

21h 50m

2 stops

KGL

27 Oct

KGL

18h 10m

3 stops

LHR

£471

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SWISS

2 Mar

LCY

22h 30m

2 stops

KGL

16 Mar

KGL

18h 00m

3 stops

LCY

£472

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Egyptair

1 Oct

LHR

27h 30m

1 stop

KGL

9 Oct

KGL

30h 20m

2 stops

LHR

£474

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Egyptair

1 Oct

LHR

27h 30m

1 stop

KGL

9 Oct

KGL

35h 15m

2 stops

LHR

£478

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Egyptair

1 Oct

LHR

27h 30m

1 stop

KGL

9 Oct

KGL

30h 20m

2 stops

LHR

£479

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Egyptair

1 Oct

LHR

27h 30m

1 stop

KGL

9 Oct

KGL

35h 15m

2 stops

LHR

£480

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Egyptair

12 Oct

LHR

27h 30m

1 stop

KGL

16 Oct

KGL

18h 45m

2 stops

LHR

£481

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Egyptair

31 Oct

LHR

27h 15m

1 stop

KGL

8 Nov

KGL

34h 40m

2 stops

LHR

£489

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Flights to Cyangugu

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RwandAir

11 Oct

LHR

33h 20m

1 stop

KME

18 Oct

KME

23h 40m

1 stop

LHR

£600

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Multiple Airlines

11 Oct

LHR

23h 50m

2 stops

KME

18 Oct

KME

33h 45m

3 stops

LHR

£787

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11 Oct

LHR

33h 20m

1 stop

KME

18 Oct

KME

23h 05m

2 stops

LHR

£913

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Qatar Airways

11 Oct

LGW

39h 45m

2 stops

KME

18 Oct

KME

23h 20m

2 stops

LGW

£1,038

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Qatar Airways

11 Oct

LHR

35h 45m

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KME

18 Oct

KME

29h 55m

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LHR

£1,051

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Recent return flight deals from the United Kingdom to Rwanda

20:05 - 19:40LHR-KGL

21h 35m2 stops

20:50 - 13:00KGL-LHR

18h 10m3 stops

£444

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Mon, 12 Jan - Sat, 31 Jan

20:25 - 18:55LHR-KGL

21h 30m2 stops

20:50 - 13:00KGL-LHR

18h 10m3 stops

£447

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Tue, 14 Oct - Tue, 4 Nov

20:15 - 19:40LHR-KGL

21h 25m2 stops

20:50 - 13:00KGL-LHR

18h 10m3 stops

£456Lufthansa

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Thu, 1 Jan - Sat, 31 Jan

06:50 - 18:55LHR-KGL

11h 05m1 stop

20:50 - 10:05KGL-LHR

15h 15m2 stops

£458Brussels Airlines

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Wed, 1 Oct - Mon, 27 Oct

06:50 - 18:55LHR-KGL

11h 05m1 stop

20:50 - 17:05KGL-LHR

22h 15m2 stops

£496Brussels Airlines

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Tue, 21 Oct - Tue, 28 Oct

18:30 - 09:55MAN-KGL

14h 25m2 stops

17:40 - 07:30KGL-MAN

15h 50m2 stops

£498Ethiopian Air

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Mon, 13 Oct - Mon, 27 Oct

10:00 - 01:05LGW-KGL

13h 05m1 stop

17:40 - 05:40KGL-LGW

14h 00m1 stop

£512Ethiopian Air

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Mon, 2 Mar - Mon, 16 Mar

17:50 - 19:20BHX-KGL

24h 30m2 stops

20:50 - 17:00KGL-BHX

22h 10m3 stops

£564Lufthansa

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Sat, 25 Oct - Sat, 1 Nov

21:20 - 07:40LHR-KME

33h 20m1 stop

08:20 - 07:00KME-LHR

23h 40m1 stop

£600RwandAir

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Sat, 11 Oct - Sat, 18 Oct

08:40 - 06:55LGW-KGL

20h 15m1 stop

15:50 - 06:05KGL-LGW

16h 15m1 stop

£653RwandAir

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonKigali

LHR - KGL

LHRKGL

London Heathrow

Mon 12/1

20:05-19:40

2 stops21h 35m

Kigali Intl

Sat 31/1

20:50-13:00

3 stops18h 10m

£444

LondonKigali

LHR - KGL

LHRKGL

London Heathrow

Tue 14/10

20:25-18:55

2 stops21h 30m

Kigali Intl

Tue 4/11

20:50-13:00

3 stops18h 10m

£447

LondonKigali

LHR - KGL

LHRKGL

London Heathrow

Thu 1/1

20:15-19:40

2 stops21h 25m

Kigali Intl

Sat 31/1

20:50-13:00

3 stops18h 10m

£456

LondonKigali

LHR - KGL

LHRKGL

London Heathrow

Wed 1/10

06:50-18:55

1 stop11h 05m

Kigali Intl

Mon 27/10

20:50-10:05

2 stops15h 15m

£458

LondonKigali

LHR - KGL

LHRKGL

London Heathrow

Tue 21/10

06:50-18:55

1 stop11h 05m

Kigali Intl

Tue 28/10

20:50-17:05

2 stops22h 15m

£496

ManchesterKigali

MAN - KGL

MANKGL

Manchester

Mon 13/10

18:30-09:55

2 stops14h 25m

Kigali Intl

Mon 27/10

17:40-07:30

2 stops15h 50m

£498

LondonKigali

LGW - KGL

LGWKGL

London Gatwick

Mon 2/3

10:00-01:05

1 stop13h 05m

Kigali Intl

Mon 16/3

17:40-05:40

1 stop14h 00m

£512

BirminghamKigali

BHX - KGL

BHXKGL

Birmingham

Sat 25/10

17:50-19:20

2 stops24h 30m

Kigali Intl

Sat 1/11

20:50-17:00

3 stops22h 10m

£564

LondonCyangugu

LHR - KME

LHRKME

London Heathrow

Sat 11/10

21:20-07:40

1 stop33h 20m

Cyangugu Kamembe

Sat 18/10

08:20-07:00

1 stop23h 40m

£600

LondonKigali

LGW - KGL

LGWKGL

London Gatwick

Thu 27/11

08:40-06:55

1 stop20h 15m

Kigali Intl

Mon 1/12

15:50-06:05

1 stop16h 15m

£653

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Rwanda flights insights and trends

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What is the cheapest flight to Rwanda?

The best prices found on momondo for flights to Rwanda are:
£58 per person with RwandAir
£146 per person with Kenya Airways
£211 per person with Turkish Airlines

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Kigali

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Cheap Rwanda flight deals and tips

Summary info about Rwanda flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	£287
Best Round-Trip Price	£444
Fastest flight time	10h 50m

The best one-way flight price to Rwanda from United Kingdom in the last 72 hours is £287 (London Stansted to Kigali Intl).

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The best round-trip flight price to Rwanda from United Kingdom in the last 72 hours is £444 (London Heathrow to Kigali Intl).

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The fastest flight to Rwanda from United Kingdom takes 10h 50m (London Heathrow to Kigali Intl).

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Rwanda

What is the best airport to land at to visit Akagera National Park?

When visiting Akagera National Park in Kigali, the closest airport is Kigali Airport.

Which airlines fly to Rwanda?

RwandAir, Brussels Airlines and Lufthansa are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Rwanda according to our data. RwandAir is the first choice among our users, with 54% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Rwanda. Keep in mind that there are 11 different airlines that fly to Rwanda on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the most popular airport in Rwanda to fly to?

If you’re unsure where to fly to in Rwanda, we recommend booking a flight that arrives at the popular Kigali Intl airport, which services Kigali and its surrounding areas. In the last 12 months, 99% of momondo travellers booking flights to Rwanda chose to fly into Kigali Intl.

How much are flights to Rwanda?

The cost to fly to Rwanda varies based on a variety of factors, but you can expect to find prices as low as £277 or as high as £1,902. Based on recent airfare data, we’ve found that a ticket to Rwanda for £931 or less is a good deal, whereas £1,004 is the average cost.

What is the best day of the week to fly to Rwanda?

The best day of the week to fly to Rwanda is Wednesday due to prices being at their lowest. Flying out on a Thursday should be a backup plan since this day tends to be less expensive as well. Friday, on the other hand, is the most expensive day to fly to Rwanda.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Rwanda?

Prices for flights to Rwanda are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Rwanda?

As of September 2025, there are 12 operators available to choose from for flights to Rwanda.

How old do you have to be to fly to Rwanda?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel to Rwanda.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Rwanda?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Rwanda trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Rwanda?

It is quick and easy to find flights to Rwanda on momondo. We search and return numerous flight options from various airlines and agents. You can then use our filters to narrow your search until you have found the most convenient flight to Rwanda that suits you.

Can I find flights to Rwanda with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for flights to Rwanda to just show those with flexible booking policies.

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