Flying from Paris to Kigali International Airport (KGL): What you need to know
You can choose from a few airports when planning your flight from Paris to Kigali International Airport (KGL). Check out your options for heading out from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) and Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA).
Book a direct Paris to Kigali International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 8 hours 30 minutes.
Kigali International Airport is located in Kigali. The city is in the UTC+2 timezone and is one hour ahead of Paris.
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Kigali International Airport (KGL) is the busiest route, with 3 direct services every week. Travel from CDG to KGL on RwandAir's 8:30pm departure.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Show up at the airport on time to board your flight from Paris to KGL.
During peak travel periods, allow for longer queues and get there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.
Airports in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Get to your destination in one go from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). Nonstop flights from Paris to Kigali International Airport (KGL) are available from here.
You can travel on a direct flight from Paris to Kigali International Airport with RwandAir. This top airline operates services from CDG.
Most passengers choose to book seats with RwandAir between CDG and KGL.
We make it a piece of cake to book cheap flights from Paris to KGL that include a stopover. To explore the options leaving from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between CDG and KGL include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
The journey from central Paris to CDG takes around 1 hour 15 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near Charles de Gaulle Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Paris to Kigali International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are the ideal choice:
Of all flights leaving Charles de Gaulle Airport, 61.46% touch down on time at their destination.
CDG is located at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Paris to Kigali International Airport. London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is one of the main options between Paris Orly Airport and KGL.
You can reach ORY from the centre of Paris in approximately 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport takes roughly 55 minutes to travel the 19 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Paris to KGL flight? Relax in a hotel near Paris Orly Airport before your break officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
75.56% of flights leaving Paris Orly Airport arrive according to schedule.
The street address for ORY is 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
BVA is around 88 kilometres from central Paris. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 30 minutes. If you're planning to take public transport, you can expect a journey of around 2 hours 20 minutes.
Make catching an early Paris to Kigali International Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Book a room at one of these accommodation options near Beauvais-Tille Airport and head to your check-in counter without rushing:
Flights that depart from BVA touch down at their destination within the expected time frame 66.39% of the time.
You'll find Beauvais-Tille Airport at Tille 60000, Beauvais.
About Kigali International Airport (KGL)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Paris to Kigali International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near KGL:
Secure yourself a Kigali International Airport rental car from top companies like Europcar or Green Motion. With your own set of wheels, you can travel beyond Kigali and discover places most visitors miss.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride around one week before your Paris to Kigali International Airport flight.
Getting from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to central Kigali
Kigali International Airport to central Kigali is about 8 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, do a little research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times can vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to Kigali International Airport (KGL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Paris to Kigali International Airport is Rs104,427. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs123,654. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Paris to KGL if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
Affordable Paris to Kigali International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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Lock in a cheap flight from Paris to Kigali International Airport by using the search filters. Select your ideal duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Paris to Kigali International Airport (KGL)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Paris to Kigali International Airport (KGL). August is the busiest month to visit Kigali. If you like your getaways a little more chill, think about going in April.
The warmest month in Kigali is August, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 30ºC. Book your Paris to KGL flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
May sees temperatures of between 14ºC and 25ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Paris to Kigali International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Kigali
Once you've booked your flight from Paris to Kigali International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Kigali:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to start. Silverback, Africa Tours Rwanda Safari and Fine safaris Afrika are popular attractions which should feature on every Kigali itinerary.
Explore more of Rwanda
Kigali has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Rwanda you'll want to see. About 121 kilometres west of Kigali, a visit to Nyamasheke will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Nyungwe National Park, Umugano Botanical Garden and IMUHIRA ECO TOURISM RWANDA.
Next? Head off for Cyamura. It's located about 145 kilometres south-west of Kigali and home to highlights like Bugarama Hotsprings.