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Only RwandAir operates flights between Kigali and London.

Flights from Kigali to London usually depart from Kigali Intl (KGL) and may arrive at several airports in London area, including London City (LCY), London Gatwick (LGW), London Heathrow (LHR), London Luton (LTN), London Southend (SEN) and London Stansted (STN).

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.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Kigali to London:

• Economy class
• Business Class

On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £580 return via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS), compared with £686 for direct.

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

• Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 64% of one-stop connections
• Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) – 25% of one-stop connections
• Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 6% of one-stop connections
• Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 4% of one-stop connections

Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 25% on the Kigali to London route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at £614 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at £819, a difference of £205. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

Some of the most popular sights in London are London Victoria Station, London Euston Railway Station, and Hyde Park. These are among the most viewed places in London on KAYAK.

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

• Earliest: departs at 01:15 and lands at 10:48
• Latest: departs at 23:59 and lands at 09:32.

The flight takes about 9h 33m.

A direct flight from Kigali to London takes 9h 33m, covering 4,094 miles.

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.

One-way fares from Kigali to London are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £333, which is 14% below the typical average for this route.

Flying via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 12h 13m, compared to 12h 58m via Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) and 15h 17m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH).

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

Since London is served by multiple airports, car hire options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
Near London Heathrow Airport (LHR) – daily rates from around £5:

• GREEN MOTION
• DRIVALIA
• Europcar
• Alamo
• Hertz

Near London Gatwick Airport (LGW) – daily rates from around £6:

• GREEN MOTION
• DRIVALIA
• U-Save
• Europcar
• Alamo

Near London City Airport (LCY) – daily rates from around £8:

• GREEN MOTION
• Budget
• Hertz
• Avis
• Sixt

Near London Luton Airport (LTN) – daily rates from around £8:

• GREEN MOTION
• DRIVALIA
• Alamo
• Europcar
• Budget

Near London Stansted Airport (STN) – daily rates from around £7:

• GREEN MOTION
• DRIVALIA
• Europcar
• Alamo
• U-Save

Return flights from Kigali to London range from £539 to £777, with an average of £667 over the past 12 months. Anything below £539 counts as a good deal.