Travelling from Kigali Airport (KGL) to Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 45 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Kigali Airport to Kilimanjaro Airport.
Kilimanjaro's timezone is UTC+3, making Kilimanjaro one hour ahead of Kigali.
Flights from KGL to JRO start from 11:55 — the earliest with RwandAir. The latest departure is at 12:10 with RwandAir. In total, you can take your pick of three weekly Kigali Airport to Kilimanjaro Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your KGL to JRO flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
RwandAir has direct flights from Kigali Airport to Kilimanjaro Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Kilimanjaro — and maybe even more of Tanzania if you have time.
Most travellers choose to travel with RwandAir on this route.
RwandAir is the most punctual carrier that operates KGL to JRO flights.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Kigali Airport to Kilimanjaro Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between KGL and JRO include:
Addis Ababa Airport
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport
Dar Es Salaam Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kigali Airport (KGL) to Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO)
Rs55,899 is the best price for a one-way Kigali Airport to Kilimanjaro Airport flight. A return flight starts from Rs90,836. These prices can change depending on demand.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from KGL to JRO if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Kigali Airport to Kilimanjaro Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Kigali Airport to Kilimanjaro Airport.
Handy information about Kigali Airport (KGL)
When it comes to Kigali Airport's on-time performance, 68% of flights complete their journey on time.
To get to Kigali Airport from central Kigali, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes on public transport.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near KGL. Whether you've booked an early flight from Kigali Airport to Kilimanjaro Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO)
Step off your Kigali Airport to Kilimanjaro Airport flight and be relaxing in your hotel bed soon after. If you're looking for a comfy option that's not too far from JRO, unpack your bags at Kia Lodge.
Travel at your own speed with a Kilimanjaro Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Auto-Union, Europcar or Smiles Cars Rentals and experience more of Kilimanjaro and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Kilimanjaro Airport about one week before your travel date.
Getting from Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO) to central Kilimanjaro
Kilimanjaro Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from central Kilimanjaro. The drive time takes around 45 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Kigali Airport to Kilimanjaro Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Kilimanjaro. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in March.
Explore more of Tanzania
You've seen Kilimanjaro, now it's time to explore other corners of Tanzania. Travel about 547 kilometres west to Mwanza to check off its leading sights. From Kogatende Serengeti Safaris to Bismarck Rock and Standing Point, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 322 kilometres south-east of Kilimanjaro, Zanzibar is another favourite stop in Tanzania. Experience major highlights starting with House of Wonders, Zanzibar travel tours and Tanzania Attractions.