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 45m 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

13 Jan

LHR

10h 50m

1 stop

KGL

27 Jan

KGL

21h 00m

3 stops

LHR

£412

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Brussels Airlines

24 Jan

LHR

30h 15m

1 stop

KGL

27 Mar

KGL

26h 30m

2 stops

LHR

£413

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12 Jan

LHR

21h 35m

2 stops

KGL

17 Mar

KGL

18h 10m

3 stops

LHR

£417

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26 Jan

LHR

10h 50m

1 stop

KGL

9 Feb

KGL

18h 10m

3 stops

LHR

£418

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Multiple Airlines

12 Jan

LHR

23h 00m

2 stops

KGL

18 Mar

KGL

18h 35m

3 stops

LHR

£420

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26 Jan

LHR

21h 35m

2 stops

KGL

9 Feb

KGL

18h 10m

3 stops

LHR

£434

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Ethiopian Air

16 May

LHR

11h 50m

1 stop

KGL

19 May

KGL

14h 20m

1 stop

LHR

£435

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Ethiopian Air

12 Jan

LGW

13h 05m

1 stop

KGL

19 Jan

KGL

14h 00m

1 stop

LGW

£438

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24 Jan

LHR

30h 15m

1 stop

KGL

27 Mar

KGL

21h 00m

3 stops

LHR

£438

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Ethiopian Air

26 Jan

LGW

13h 05m

1 stop

KGL

9 Feb

KGL

14h 00m

1 stop

LGW

£440

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Brussels Airlines

30 Mar

LHR

30h 45m

1 stop

KGL

10 Apr

KGL

26h 30m

2 stops

LHR

£447

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Lufthansa

24 Jan

LHR

23h 30m

2 stops

KGL

27 Mar

KGL

21h 00m

3 stops

LHR

£449

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RwandAir

29 Jan

LHR

33h 10m

1 stop

KME

2 Feb

KME

24h 00m

1 stop

LHR

£642

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RwandAir

29 Jan

LHR

33h 10m

1 stop

KME

2 Feb

KME

24h 00m

1 stop

LHR

£643

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RwandAir

29 Jan

LHR

33h 10m

1 stop

KME

2 Feb

KME

24h 00m

1 stop

LHR

£662

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10 Jan

LHR

33h 10m

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KME

17 Jan

KME

24h 00m

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LHR

£834

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29 Jan

LHR

33h 10m

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KME

2 Feb

KME

24h 05m

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LHR

£889

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29 Jan

LHR

33h 10m

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KME

2 Feb

KME

24h 05m

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LHR

£890

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29 Jan

LHR

33h 10m

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KME

2 Feb

KME

24h 05m

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LHR

£894

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RwandAir

10 Jan

LHR

33h 10m

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KME

17 Jan

KME

24h 15m

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LHR

£897

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Qatar Airways

29 Jan

LGW

45h 00m

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KME

2 Feb

KME

23h 35m

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LGW

£1,067

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29 Jan

LGW

45h 00m

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2 Feb

KME

30h 15m

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LGW

£1,068

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Qatar Airways

29 Jan

LGW

45h 00m

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2 Feb

KME

30h 15m

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LGW

£1,072

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10 Jan

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45h 00m

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17 Jan

KME

30h 15m

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LGW

£1,084

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06:50 - 19:40

LHR

KGL

10h 50m1 stop

20:50 - 15:50

KGL

LHR

21h 00m3 stops

£412Multiple Airlines

Tue, 13 Jan - Tue, 27 Jan

11:05 - 19:20

LHR

KGL

30h 15m1 stop

20:50 - 21:20

KGL

LHR

26h 30m2 stops

£413Brussels Airlines

Sat, 24 Jan - Fri, 27 Mar

21:00 - 09:50

LHR

KGL

11h 50m1 stop

17:40 - 07:00

KGL

LHR

14h 20m1 stop

£435Ethiopian Air

Sat, 16 May - Tue, 19 May

10:00 - 01:05

LGW

KGL

13h 05m1 stop

17:40 - 05:40

KGL

LGW

14h 00m1 stop

£438Ethiopian Air

Mon, 12 Jan - Mon, 19 Jan

17:50 - 19:20

LHR

KGL

23h 30m2 stops

20:50 - 15:50

KGL

LHR

21h 00m3 stops

£449Lufthansa

Sat, 24 Jan - Fri, 27 Mar

17:45 - 19:40

BHX

KGL

23h 55m2 stops

20:25 - 17:00

KGL

BHX

22h 35m3 stops

£465Lufthansa

Wed, 14 Jan - Wed, 18 Mar

17:45 - 00:55

STN

KGL

30h 10m1 stop

01:50 - 16:50

KGL

STN

16h 00m2 stops

£583Turkish Airlines

Thu, 14 May - Wed, 20 May

16:40 - 01:40

BHX

KGL

31h 00m1 stop

02:35 - 10:05

KGL

BHX

33h 30m2 stops

£587Turkish Airlines

Wed, 14 Jan - Tue, 17 Mar

20:30 - 07:40

LHR

KME

33h 10m1 stop

08:20 - 06:20

KME

LHR

24h 00m1 stop

£642RwandAir

Thu, 29 Jan - Mon, 2 Feb

20:30 - 07:40

LHR

KME

33h 10m1 stop

08:20 - 06:20

KME

LHR

24h 00m1 stop

£643RwandAir

Thu, 29 Jan - Mon, 2 Feb

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Depart

Return

Price

LondonKigali

LHR - KGL

LHRKGL

London Heathrow

Tue 13/1

06:50-19:40

1 stop10h 50m

Kigali Intl

Tue 27/1

20:50-15:50

3 stops21h 00m

£412

LondonKigali

LHR - KGL

LHRKGL

London Heathrow

Sat 24/1

11:05-19:20

1 stop30h 15m

Kigali Intl

Fri 27/3

20:50-21:20

2 stops26h 30m

£413

LondonKigali

LHR - KGL

LHRKGL

London Heathrow

Sat 16/5

21:00-09:50

1 stop11h 50m

Kigali Intl

Tue 19/5

17:40-07:00

1 stop14h 20m

£435

LondonKigali

LGW - KGL

LGWKGL

London Gatwick

Mon 12/1

10:00-01:05

1 stop13h 05m

Kigali Intl

Mon 19/1

17:40-05:40

1 stop14h 00m

£438

LondonKigali

LHR - KGL

LHRKGL

London Heathrow

Sat 24/1

17:50-19:20

2 stops23h 30m

Kigali Intl

Fri 27/3

20:50-15:50

3 stops21h 00m

£449

BirminghamKigali

BHX - KGL

BHXKGL

Birmingham

Wed 14/1

17:45-19:40

2 stops23h 55m

Kigali Intl

Wed 18/3

20:25-17:00

3 stops22h 35m

£465

LondonKigali

STN - KGL

STNKGL

London Stansted

Thu 14/5

17:45-00:55

1 stop30h 10m

Kigali Intl

Wed 20/5

01:50-16:50

2 stops16h 00m

£583

BirminghamKigali

BHX - KGL

BHXKGL

Birmingham

Wed 14/1

16:40-01:40

1 stop31h 00m

Kigali Intl

Tue 17/3

02:35-10:05

2 stops33h 30m

£587

LondonCyangugu

LHR - KME

LHRKME

London Heathrow

Thu 29/1

20:30-07:40

1 stop33h 10m

Cyangugu Kamembe

Mon 2/2

08:20-06:20

1 stop24h 00m

£642

LondonCyangugu

LHR - KME

LHRKME

London Heathrow

Thu 29/1

20:30-07:40

1 stop33h 10m

Cyangugu Kamembe

Mon 2/2

08:20-06:20

1 stop24h 00m

£643

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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:
£62 per person with RwandAir
£214 per person with Turkish Airlines
£279 per person with Egyptair

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Summary info about Rwanda flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	£272
Best Round-Trip Price	£412
Fastest flight time	10h 30m

The best one-way flight price to Rwanda from United Kingdom in the last 72 hours is £272 (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 £412 (London Heathrow to Kigali Intl).

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The fastest flight to Rwanda from United Kingdom takes 10h 30m (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 Ethiopian Air are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Rwanda according to our data. RwandAir is the first choice among our users, with 53% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Rwanda. Keep in mind that there are 10 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 £271 or as high as £1,948. Based on recent airfare data, we’ve found that a ticket to Rwanda for £918 or less is a good deal, whereas £1,040 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 December 2025, there are 11 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.

Why use momondo?

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.

How can momondo help me find flights to Rwanda?

Once all potential Rwanda flight options are in front of you momondo lets you sort and filter flights based on preferences such as airline, price and flight times, amongst many other options.