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Cheapest return flight
£535
Typical prices: £533-£797
Qatar Airways
Sun 18/11Fri 23/11
LGW - KGL • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
£597
Typical prices: £560-£819
RwandAir
Wed 7/11Wed 14/11
LHR - KGL • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with RwandAir. Average duration is 8h 40m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 13% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from Brighton to Kigali

 
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Recent return flight deals from Brighton to Kigali

Wed, 18 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
Qatar Airways Logo
08:40 - 13:45LGW  London Gatwick-KGL Kigali Intl
27h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
23:20 - 05:55KGL  Kigali Intl-LGW London Gatwick
32h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£535Qatar Airways
Fri, 2 Oct - Sat, 10 Oct
KLM Logo
19:15 - 19:30LHR  London Heathrow-KGL Kigali Intl
23h 15m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
KLM Logo
20:35 - 16:15KGL  Kigali Intl-LHR London Heathrow
20h 40m2 stops Entebbe Amsterdam Schiphol
£536KLM
Sat, 6 Mar - Sat, 20 Mar
SWISS Logo
18:40 - 19:20LHR  London Heathrow-KGL Kigali Intl
22h 40m2 stops Zurich Brussels Bruxelles-National
SWISS Logo
20:50 - 13:00KGL  Kigali Intl-LHR London Heathrow
18h 10m3 stops Entebbe Brussels Bruxelles-National Zurich
£536SWISS
Mon, 5 Oct - Fri, 23 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:50 - 18:50LHR  London Heathrow-KGL Kigali Intl
11h 00m1 stop Brussels Bruxelles-National
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:05 - 18:25KGL  Kigali Intl-LHR London Heathrow
23h 20m3 stops Entebbe Brussels Bruxelles-National Munich Franz Josef Strauss
£536Multiple Airlines
Sun, 22 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
KLM Logo
20:25 - 20:20LHR  London Heathrow-KGL Kigali Intl
21h 55m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
KLM Logo
21:25 - 16:05KGL  Kigali Intl-LHR London Heathrow
20h 40m2 stops Entebbe Amsterdam Schiphol
£536KLM
Thu, 31 Dec - Sun, 31 Jan
Brussels Airlines Logo
18:00 - 19:40LHR  London Heathrow-KGL Kigali Intl
23h 40m1 stop Brussels Bruxelles-National
Brussels Airlines Logo
20:25 - 17:05KGL  Kigali Intl-LHR London Heathrow
22h 40m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Brussels Bruxelles-National
£537Brussels Airlines
Tue, 6 Oct - Mon, 12 Oct
Ethiopian Air Logo
21:00 - 09:40LHR  London Heathrow-KGL Kigali Intl
11h 40m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
01:50 - 17:00KGL  Kigali Intl-LHR London Heathrow
16h 10m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£538Ethiopian Air
Thu, 12 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
Brussels Airlines Logo
06:50 - 19:40LHR  London Heathrow-KGL Kigali Intl
10h 50m1 stop Brussels Bruxelles-National
Brussels Airlines Logo
20:50 - 10:05KGL  Kigali Intl-LHR London Heathrow
15h 15m2 stops Entebbe Brussels Bruxelles-National
£538Brussels Airlines
Thu, 8 Oct - Wed, 21 Oct
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:10 - 01:05LGW  London Gatwick-KGL Kigali Intl
13h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
17:35 - 06:30KGL  Kigali Intl-LGW London Gatwick
13h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£539Ethiopian Air
Sun, 10 Jan - Fri, 22 Jan
SWISS Logo
18:40 - 19:40LHR  London Heathrow-KGL Kigali Intl
23h 00m2 stops Zurich Brussels Bruxelles-National
SWISS Logo
20:50 - 13:00KGL  Kigali Intl-LHR London Heathrow
18h 10m3 stops Entebbe Brussels Bruxelles-National Zurich
£555SWISS
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Brighton to Kigali flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Brighton to Kigali with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Brighton to Kigali?

Return flights from Brighton to Kigali start at £535. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from £533 to £797. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £535 on Qatar Airways.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Brighton to Kigali?

Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Brighton to Kigali and is 7% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 13% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Brighton to Kigali?

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from Brighton to Kigali at £507 return.
  • July (£817) and December (£774) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 61% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Brighton to Kigali the cheapest?

Flights from Brighton to Kigali are cheapest 3 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 13% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Brighton to Kigali flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

£253
Best time to beat the crowds (6% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (29% more expensive on average)
Flights from London Stansted Airport to Kigali

When to book flights from Brighton to Kigali

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Brighton to Kigali based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Brighton to Kigali flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Are there fast track facilities at London Airport?

    Save time travelling through LON Airports and use the fast-track services available. Fast-track costs about £12.50 at Heathrow and around £5 at Gatwick and London City Airports. The pass helps you skip the security queues so you can enjoy more time in the departures area.

  • How can I get to Kigali from Kigali airport (KGL)?

    From KGL Airport, you can get to Kigali easily, with several transport options available. You can catch a bus with Kigali Bus Services, which leaves from just outside the terminal and takes around 20min to the centre. Alternatively, you can take a taxi which gets you to the centre in about 15min, depending on traffic.

  • Are there hotels at London Airports?

    If your flight is early, you can stay at an airport hotel, so you’re not in a rush in the morning. At Heathrow, you can stay at ibis London Heathrow Airport, at Gatwick there’s the Hilton London Gatwick Airport, whilst at City Airport you can opt for the Travelodge Hotel City Airport. These airports are a short walk from the terminals and offer wake-up calls, so you don’t sleep in.

  • Can I hire a car when I arrive at Kigali Airport?

    You can continue your journey by hiring a vehicle from Kigali Airport. For example, Europcar is at office number 2 in the parking area and is open 24 hours a day. You can also follow signs or ask at the airport information desk if you need further assistance finding the office.

  • Which airlines are available on the route from Brighton to Kigali?

    Only RwandAir operates flights between Brighton and Kigali.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Brighton to Kigali flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • RwandAir: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so travellers should check the fare details before booking.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Brighton to Kigali?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Brighton to Kigali:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Brighton to Kigali?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £487 return via Cairo (CAI), compared with £686 for direct.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Brighton to Kigali pass through?

    One-stop flights from Brighton to Kigali most commonly connect through:

    • Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) – 44% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 40% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 6% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 4% of one-stop connections

    Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Brighton to Kigali?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 18% on the Brighton to Kigali route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at £590 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at £716, a difference of £126. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How are flight departures from Brighton to Kigali spread across the day?

    Night is the busiest departure period on Brighton to Kigali flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, Afternoon flights for 0%, and Evening flights for 0%.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Brighton to Kigali?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Brighton to Kigali:

    • Earliest: departs at 20:20 and lands at 05:00
    • Latest: departs at 21:20 and lands at 06:00.

    The flight takes about 8h 40m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Brighton to Kigali flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 7% above the route average of £631. Book 3 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Brighton to Kigali?

    A direct flight from Brighton to Kigali takes 8h 40m, covering 4,057 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Brighton to Kigali?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Brighton to Kigali changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £535 to £4,193. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Brighton to Kigali looking right now?

    One-way fares from Brighton to Kigali are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £362, which is 29% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Brighton to Kigali?

    Flying via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 11h 53m, compared to 13h 02m via Brussels Bruxelles-National (BRU) and 13h 41m via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD).

  • What is the time difference between Brighton and Kigali?

    Kigali is 1 hour ahead of Brighton (Central Africa Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Brighton to Kigali flight?

    Return flights from Brighton to Kigali range from £533 to £797, with an average of £631 over the past 12 months. Anything below £533 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Brighton to Kigali flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Monday flights average £590 – about £126 less than Saturday (18% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 3 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 13% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Brighton to Kigali trip for February. Fares historically average £507 return in that month – typically £310 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Cairo Airport (CAI) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £487 return on this route – about £199 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • When you fly from London Airports, you can relax at lounges before take-off. For instance, at London Heathrow Airport (LHR), direct flights depart from Terminal 3, so you can use the No1 Lounge. For about £36, you can enjoy food, drink, Wi-Fi, and a tranquil environment. You’ll find the lounge after the duty-free section.
  • You can fly directly from Heathrow Airport to Kigali, which is great if you live in London or the west of England. However, for those that live in other parts of the country, there may be more convenient airports to depart from that offer indirect routes. For example, if you live east of London, you can fly from London City Airport (LCY), which often requires one change at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS). Whereas if you’re in the south of the UK, you can also depart from Gatwick Airport (LGW) with a transfer, typically at Istanbul Airport (IST).
  • Kigali Airport (KGL) is an excellent destination to land, as you can get to other locations easily. For example, you can drive to Rwamagana in about 1h 7min, Muhanga in around 1h 25min and Shyorongi in approximately 45min.
  • There are many modes of transport from the city centre to all London Airports. For example, when you fly from Heathrow, you can get the Heathrow Express from Paddington train station in about 15min. Alternatively, the Piccadilly Line takes about 45min from areas such as Covent Garden. You can get the DLR train from Bank Underground Station to London City Airport in around 21min. Whereas the Gatwick Express from London Victoria train station takes about 30min to Gatwick.
  • If you have a disability, you can request assistance when departing from London Airports. You should contact the airline you’re travelling with about 48h in advance so they can make sure a staff member is aware of your needs.

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