Travelling from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Kigali International Airport (KGL): what you need to know
Kigali is two hours ahead of Birmingham and follows the UTC+2 timezone.
To ensure you catch your BHX to KGL flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as June, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Kigali International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between BHX and KGL:
Brussels Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Kigali International Airport (KGL)
Rs125,654 is currently the best price for a one-way Birmingham International Airport to Kigali International Airport flight. Return flights start from Rs191,586. These prices can change based on availability.
It's usually smart to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from BHX to KGL. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Birmingham International Airport to Kigali International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across each month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
Of all flights leaving Birmingham International Airport, 65.48% arrive on time at their destination.
Birmingham International Airport is around 24 kilometres from central Birmingham. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport takes about 50 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Birmingham International Airport to Kigali International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to BHX:
Arriving at Kigali International Airport (KGL)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Birmingham International Airport to Kigali International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near KGL instead:
Secure yourself a Kigali International Airport rental car from leading companies like Europcar or Green Motion. With your own set of wheels, you can venture beyond Kigali and experience places that fly under the radar.
Booking your ride from Kigali International Airport around one week ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to central Kigali
Kigali International Airport to the centre of Kigali has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 55 minutes.
When to fly to Kigali International Airport (KGL)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Kigali International Airport. January is the busiest month to visit Kigali. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Kigali International Airport for August if you want to go to Kigali during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC and 30ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from BHX to KGL in May if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC and 25ºC on average.
Explore more of Rwanda
While Kigali is a great introduction to Rwanda, there's so much more waiting in Butare. Located about 80 kilometres to the south-west, this fascinating place has plenty to see and do, like Ngoma Genocide Memorial and Chapel.
Your trip through Rwanda wouldn't be complete without a stop in Gitarama. Muhanga Design centre and Paroisse Saint André Gitarama are highlights in this destination, which is around 40 kilometres south-west of Kigali.
