Cheap Flights from Nairobi to Kigali from $284

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Kigali (NBO-KGL)?

  Based on Trip.com data, Rwandair offers one-way fares as low as $284 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. NBO to KGL on Tue, Jun 16), while Rwandair offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from $543 departing on Thu, Jun 18 and returning on Sat, Jun 20.

• Which airlines offer direct flights from Nairobi to Kigali?

  At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Nairobi to Kigali with the following airlines, including: Rwandair Kenya Airways Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.

• How long does it take to fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Kigali (KGL) and what is the distance?

  It takes around 1 hour 31 minutes to fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Kigali (KGL).

• When is the best time to book flights from Nairobi to Kigali?

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Nairobi to Kigali is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.

• How many flights are there per week from Nairobi to Kigali?

  Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 14 flight per week flying from Nairobi to Kigali. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: Rwandair: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- WB464 (05:57) Rwandair: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- WB403 (19:34) Rwandair: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- WB453 (13:02)

• How can I find the best deals on flights from Nairobi to Kigali?

  To find best deals on flights from Nairobi to Kigali, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
  · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Tue, Jun 16, with one-way flights priced at just $284.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Rwandair.
  · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
  · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
  · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Kigali travel is around July.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When are flight tickets from Nairobi (NBO) to Kigali (KGL) the cheapest?

  The cheapest months to fly from Nairobi to Kigali is October, when demand for travel is lower.

• Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Nairobi to Kigali on?

  After crunching the numbers on our June flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Nairobi to Kigali on June 8, 2026 with Rwandair, with prices starting at $488.

• Which airports can I fly to for Kigali from Nairobi?

  You can land at any one of the following hubs in Kigali, with Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Kigali International Airport (NBO-KGL) is by far the most common option on this route: Kigali International Airport (KGL).

• Is there any time difference between Nairobi and Kigali?

  The time difference between Kigali and Nairobi is 1h.

• How do I change or cancel my ticket from Nairobi to Kigali?

  Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.