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Cheapest return flight
£582
Typical prices: £537-£813
Multiple Airlines
Thu 29/11Sun 2/12
LGW - KGL • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£385
Typical prices: £390-£572
Kenya Airways
Mon 19/11
LGW - KGL • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between London Gatwick Airport and Kigali. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
6 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 6 weeks in advance save around 36% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 22% price drop
August
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Istanbul (IST)
Cheapest • Avg £638 (return)
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO)
Shortest trip • 13h 46m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Gatwick to Kigali (LGW-KGL)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Gatwick to Kigali

Thu, 12 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
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14:45 - 06:00LGW  London Gatwick-KGL Kigali Intl
13h 15m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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00:05 - 10:20KGL  Kigali Intl-LGW London Gatwick
12h 15m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
£582Multiple Airlines
Sun, 29 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec
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09:50 - 06:00LGW  London Gatwick-KGL Kigali Intl
18h 10m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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00:05 - 16:40KGL  Kigali Intl-LGW London Gatwick
18h 35m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
£582Multiple Airlines
Sun, 17 Jan - Wed, 27 Jan
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14:05 - 06:00LGW  London Gatwick-KGL Kigali Intl
13h 55m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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00:05 - 10:20KGL  Kigali Intl-LGW London Gatwick
12h 15m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
£583Multiple Airlines
Thu, 14 Jan - Wed, 27 Jan
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14:45 - 06:00LGW  London Gatwick-KGL Kigali Intl
13h 15m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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00:05 - 10:20KGL  Kigali Intl-LGW London Gatwick
12h 15m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
£583Multiple Airlines
Sat, 16 Jan - Fri, 22 Jan
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12:00 - 06:00LGW  London Gatwick-KGL Kigali Intl
16h 00m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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00:05 - 15:05KGL  Kigali Intl-LGW London Gatwick
17h 00m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
£583Multiple Airlines
Sun, 17 Jan - Fri, 22 Jan
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14:05 - 06:00LGW  London Gatwick-KGL Kigali Intl
13h 55m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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00:05 - 10:15KGL  Kigali Intl-LGW London Gatwick
12h 10m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
£583Multiple Airlines
Sat, 16 Jan - Sun, 24 Jan
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12:00 - 06:00LGW  London Gatwick-KGL Kigali Intl
16h 00m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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00:05 - 10:15KGL  Kigali Intl-LGW London Gatwick
12h 10m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
£583Multiple Airlines
Sat, 16 Jan - Wed, 27 Jan
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12:00 - 06:00LGW  London Gatwick-KGL Kigali Intl
16h 00m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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00:05 - 10:20KGL  Kigali Intl-LGW London Gatwick
12h 15m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
£583Multiple Airlines
Thu, 12 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
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10:00 - 01:05LGW  London Gatwick-KGL Kigali Intl
13h 05m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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17:35 - 05:40KGL  Kigali Intl-LGW London Gatwick
14h 05m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£597Ethiopian Air
Tue, 16 Feb - Wed, 24 Feb
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10:00 - 01:05LGW  London Gatwick-KGL Kigali Intl
13h 05m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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17:35 - 05:40KGL  Kigali Intl-LGW London Gatwick
14h 05m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£600Ethiopian Air
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Price, demand, and travel trends for London Gatwick Airport to Kigali flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Kigali?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Kigali. It's 15% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 56% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Kigali?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Kigali at £502 return.
•August (£825) and July (£780) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 64% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from London Gatwick Airport to Kigali the cheapest?

Flights from London Gatwick Airport to Kigali are cheapest 6 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 36% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for London Gatwick Airport to Kigali flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

£385
Beat the crowds with an average 47% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 69% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from London Gatwick Airport to Kigali

When to book flights from Gatwick to Kigali

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Gatwick 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 London Gatwick Airport to Kigali flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Kigali?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Kigali.

  • How long is a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Kigali?

    A direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Kigali takes 00m, covering 4,076 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from London Gatwick Airport 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.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a London Gatwick Airport to Kigali flight?

    Return flights from London Gatwick Airport to Kigali range from £537 to £813, with an average of £645 over the past 12 months. Anything below £537 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute London Gatwick Airport to Kigali flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 12% above the £645 route average. Book 6 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from London Gatwick Airport 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 £582 to £2,057. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from London Gatwick Airport to Kigali looking right now?

    One-way fares from London Gatwick Airport to Kigali are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £524, which is 6% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from London Gatwick Airport to Kigali?

    Flights from London Gatwick Airport to Kigali usually depart from London Gatwick (LGW) and arrive at Kigali Intl (KGL).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from London Gatwick Airport to Kigali pass through?

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

    • Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) – 61% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 36% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 2% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) – 0% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Kigali?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 45% on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Kigali. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at £554 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at £1,007, a difference of £453.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    Flying via Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 13h 46m, compared to 14h 04m via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) and 15h 15m via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG).

  • What is the time difference between London Gatwick Airport and Kigali?

    Kigali is 2 hours ahead of London Gatwick Airport (Central Africa Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking London Gatwick Airport 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 Sunday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Sunday flights average £554, about £453 less than Wednesday fares (45% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 6 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 36% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your London Gatwick Airport to Kigali trip for January. Fares historically average £502 return in that month – typically £323 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).

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