Flying from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) to Kigali International Airport (KGL): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Kigali International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 30 minutes.
Lusaka and Kigali share the same timezone, UTC+2.
You can choose from nine weekly Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Kigali International Airport flights. The 19:00 departure with RwandAir is the earliest available. RwandAir operates the latest service of the day at 19:00.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your LUN to KGL flight.
During popular months like June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
RwandAir is your ticket to exploring Kigali (and maybe even some other great corners of Rwanda!). Check out the direct flights from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Kigali International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with RwandAir on this route.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Kigali International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between LUN and KGL include:
RG Mugabe International Airport
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
O.R. Tambo International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) to Kigali International Airport (KGL)
Rs88,201 is currently the best price for a one-way Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Kigali International Airport flight. A return flight starts at Rs128,609. These fares can change depending on demand.
Book six months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from LUN to KGL.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Kigali International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from LUN to KGL.
Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Kigali International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)
Of the flights that depart from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport, 75.34% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Lusaka to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport is around 26 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 40 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 50 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near LUN. Whether you're taking an early flight from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Kigali International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Kigali International Airport (KGL)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Kigali International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near KGL instead:
Grab a Kigali International Airport rental car and discover places that aren't on the usual tourist route. Europcar and Green Motion can set you up with a set of wheels for your adventures through Kigali and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Kigali International Airport around one week before your travel date.
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.
If you're 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 choose your dates for your flight from Kenneth Kaunda International 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. Lock in your flights from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Kigali International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LUN to KGL in May. Temperatures average between 14ºC and 25ºC then.
Explore more of Rwanda
Kigali is only a small part of what Rwanda offers. Travel further to Butare, which is around 80 kilometres away to the south-west. From Ngoma Genocide Memorial to Chapel, there's plenty to see and do in this popular city.
Any journey through Rwanda should include a visit to Gitarama. Muhanga Design centre and Paroisse Saint André Gitarama are just two of the highlights in this well-known destination, which is around 40 kilometres south-west of Kigali.