Flying from N'djili Airport (FIH) to Kigali International Airport (KGL): what you need to know
The timezone in Kigali is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Kinshasa.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your FIH to KGL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from N'djili Airport to Kigali International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between FIH and KGL:
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
O.R. Tambo International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from N'djili Airport (FIH) to Kigali International Airport (KGL)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way N'djili Airport to Kigali International Airport flight is Rs99,257. A round-trip plane ticket right now is Rs145,991. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap tickets from FIH to KGL, book in advance. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for a flight from N'djili Airport to Kigali International Airport.
Landing cheap flights from FIH to KGL is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from N'djili Airport to Kigali International Airport.
Handy information about N'djili Airport (FIH)
52.02% of flights that depart N'djili Airport touch down at their destination on time.
N'djili Airport is about 23 kilometres from central Kinshasa. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Spending the night in a hotel can take the hassle out of reaching the airport on time. If you want somewhere to stay before your flight from N'djili Airport to Kigali International Airport, take a look at Hotel Stella. It's a short drive from FIH.
Arriving at Kigali International Airport (KGL)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late N'djili Airport to Kigali International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near KGL instead:
Explore beyond Kigali and discover off-the-radar places with your own wheels. You can grab a Kigali International Airport rental car from popular providers like Europcar or Green Motion.
Reserving your ride from Kigali International Airport around one week in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to central Kigali
Kigali International Airport to central Kigali has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 1 hour 55 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Kigali International Airport (KGL)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from N'djili Airport to Kigali International Airport. January is the busiest month to head to Kigali. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Kigali is August, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from N'djili Airport to Kigali International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from FIH to KGL in May. Average temperatures are between 14ºC and 25ºC then.
Explore more of Rwanda
Discover the best of Kigali, then set your sights on other exciting places in Rwanda. Travel south-west to Butare, around 80 kilometres away. Ngoma Genocide Memorial and Chapel should be on your itinerary here.
Make your way 40 kilometres south-west from Kigali to reach Gitarama, another favourite stop in Rwanda. Don't leave without exploring Muhanga Design centre and Paroisse Saint André Gitarama.