Flying from Montreal to Kigali International Airport (KGL): What you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Montreal. Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is the city's main base, so check out your options for booking a flight from Montreal to Kigali International Airport (KGL) taking off from here.
Kigali International Airport is located in Kigali. The city is in the UTC+2 timezone and is six hours ahead of Montreal.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Montreal to KGL. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
YUL is about 26 kilometres from central Montreal. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Montreal to Kigali International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these stays close to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport:
Of all flights leaving Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport, 64.89% touch down on time at their destination.
YUL's address is 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
You can arrive at YHU from central Montreal in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes to cover the 40 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Montreal to KGL flight? Check in to a hotel near St. Hubert Airport before your break officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
About Kigali International Airport (KGL)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Montreal to Kigali International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near KGL:
Travel beyond Kigali and head to places that many travellers miss with your own set of wheels. You can pick up a Kigali International Airport rental car from popular outlets like Europcar or Green Motion.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride around one week ahead of your Montreal to Kigali International Airport flight.
Getting from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to central Kigali
Kigali International Airport to the centre of Kigali is about 8 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, plan in advance to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
Travelling on public transport takes around 1 hour 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to Kigali International Airport (KGL)
Currently, Rs176,052 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Montreal to Kigali International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs343,461. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Montreal to KGL if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
Cheap Montreal to Kigali International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across each month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Montreal to Kigali International Airport (KGL)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Montreal to Kigali International Airport (KGL). August is when most people visit Kigali. If you like your getaways a little more chill, think about going in April.
Before locking in your Montreal to KGL flight ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Kigali, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 30ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Montreal to Kigali International Airport in May when temperatures are between 14ºC and 25ºC.
More about Kigali
Once you've booked your flight from Montreal 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:
Silverback and Africa Tours Rwanda Safari are a couple of leading attractions to put on your Kigali must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Fine safaris Afrika.
Explore more of Rwanda
Nyamasheke is just one of the many cities in Rwanda waiting to be explored after you've experienced Kigali. Around 121 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Nyungwe National Park, Umugano Botanical Garden and IMUHIRA ECO TOURISM RWANDA.
Another major destination in Rwanda, Cyamura is located around 145 kilometres south-west of Kigali. Make room in your schedule for highlights including Bugarama Hotsprings.
