Flying from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Kigali International Airport (KGL): what you need to know
Kigali is two hours ahead of Dublin and follows the UTC+2 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to make your DUB to KGL flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Dublin Airport to Kigali International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between DUB and KGL include:
London Heathrow Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Brussels Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Kigali International Airport (KGL)
Rs108,843 is the lowest price for a one-way Dublin Airport to Kigali International Airport flight. Return flights start at Rs214,342. These fares may change based on demand.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from DUB to KGL. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Dublin Airport to Kigali International Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from DUB to KGL.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Dublin Airport to Kigali International Airport.
Handy information about Dublin Airport (DUB)
Of all flights departing from Dublin Airport, 72.87% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To get to Dublin Airport from central Dublin, it takes about 30 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of around 2 hours 10 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel near DUB? If you're boarding an early flight from Dublin Airport to Kigali International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Kigali International Airport (KGL)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Dublin Airport to Kigali International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near KGL instead:
Pick up the keys to a Kigali International Airport rental car from top providers like Europcar or Green Motion. With your own wheels, you can venture beyond Kigali and discover places most visitors miss.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Kigali International Airport around one week in advance.
Getting from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to central Kigali
From Kigali International Airport, Kigali is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It'll take around 1 hour 55 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Kigali International Airport (KGL)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Dublin Airport to Kigali International Airport. January is the most popular month to visit Kigali. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Dublin Airport to Kigali International Airport for August if you'd like to visit Kigali during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC and 30ºC.
May has average temperatures of between 14ºC and 25ºC. Search for cheap tickets from DUB to KGL around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Rwanda
Get to know Kigali, then get out and explore other exciting places in Rwanda. Travel south-west to Butare, about 80 kilometres away. Ngoma Genocide Memorial and Chapel offer a great introduction to the city.
Journey 40 kilometres south-west from Kigali and you'll be in Gitarama, another favourite among visitors to Rwanda. Kick off your sightseeing at Muhanga Design centre and Paroisse Saint André Gitarama.
