Travelling from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Kigali Airport (KGL): what you need to know
The timezone in Kigali is UTC+2, which is eight hours ahead of Chicago.
Leave plenty of time to make your ORD 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 July? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Kigali Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between ORD and KGL:
London Heathrow Airport
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Brussels International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Kigali Airport (KGL)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Kigali Airport flight is Rs160,978. A round-trip plane ticket is currently Rs287,561. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from ORD to KGL if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price across every month when searching for your flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Kigali Airport.
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Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Kigali Airport.
Handy information about Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
ORD's address is 10000 West O'Hare.
Of all flights departing from Chicago O'Hare International Airport, 70% land on time at their destination.
Chicago O'Hare International Airport is around 27 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to ORD? If you're boarding an early flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Kigali Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Kigali Airport (KGL)
Consider booking a hotel near KGL if you're taking a late Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Kigali Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Secure yourself a Kigali Airport rental car from top companies like Europcar or Green Motion. With your own set of wheels, you can go beyond Kigali and discover places most visitors miss.
Reserving your vehicle from Kigali Airport about one week in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Kigali Airport (KGL) to central Kigali
Kigali Airport is roughly 11 kilometres from the centre of Kigali. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Kigali Airport (KGL)
The quietest month for a flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Kigali Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Kigali based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Kigali Airport for August if you'd like to go to Kigali during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC and 30ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from ORD to KGL in December if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC and 27ºC on average.
Explore more of Rwanda
While Kigali will give you a great introduction to Rwanda, there's so much more waiting in Butare. Located around 80 kilometres to the south-west, this must-see city has countless things to see and do, including Ngoma Genocide Memorial and Cyarwa 1994 Genocide Against Tutsi Memorial.
