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Cheapest return fare
£579
Typical prices: £615-£993
Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa
Sat 14/11Mon 21/12
LHR - KGL • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
£583
Typical prices: £525-£616
RwandAir
Sat 21/11Thu 21/1
LHR - KGL • Direct
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Every day
You can fly direct with RwandAir. Average duration is 8h 50m
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Cheapest • Avg £570 (return)
Shortest trip • 10h 45m (one-way)
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in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 2 weeks in advance save around 13% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 23% price drop
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Cheap Flights from London to Kigali (LON-KGL)

 
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Recent return flight deals from London to Kigali

Sat, 14 Nov - Mon, 21 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:50 - 19:40LHR  London Heathrow-KGL Kigali Intl
10h 50m1 stop Brussels Bruxelles-National
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:50 - 12:50KGL  Kigali Intl-LHR London Heathrow
18h 00m3 stops Entebbe Brussels Bruxelles-National Frankfurt am Main
£579Multiple Airlines
Sun, 22 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec
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09:50 - 06:00LGW  London Gatwick-KGL Kigali Intl
18h 10m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
Multiple Airlines Logo
00:05 - 16:40KGL  Kigali Intl-LGW London Gatwick
18h 35m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
£580Multiple Airlines
Wed, 27 Jan - Sun, 7 Feb
SWISS Logo
20:05 - 19:40LHR  London Heathrow-KGL Kigali Intl
21h 35m2 stops Zurich Brussels Bruxelles-National
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20:25 - 13:00KGL  Kigali Intl-LHR London Heathrow
18h 35m3 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Brussels Bruxelles-National Zurich
£582SWISS
Wed, 27 Jan - Sat, 6 Feb
Kenya Airways Logo
17:25 - 08:00LHR  London Heathrow-KGL Kigali Intl
12h 35m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Kenya Airways Logo
03:40 - 15:30KGL  Kigali Intl-LHR London Heathrow
13h 50m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
£582Kenya Airways
Wed, 27 Jan - Sun, 7 Feb
SWISS Logo
20:05 - 19:40LHR  London Heathrow-KGL Kigali Intl
21h 35m2 stops Zurich Brussels Bruxelles-National
SWISS Logo
20:25 - 13:00KGL  Kigali Intl-LHR London Heathrow
18h 35m3 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Brussels Bruxelles-National Zurich
£582SWISS
Sat, 21 Nov - Thu, 21 Jan
RwandAir Logo
20:30 - 07:20LHR  London Heathrow-KGL Kigali Intl
8h 50mdirect
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22:50 - 06:20KGL  Kigali Intl-LHR London Heathrow
9h 30mdirect
£583RwandAir
Tue, 16 Feb - Fri, 26 Feb
Brussels Airlines Logo
06:50 - 19:40LHR  London Heathrow-KGL Kigali Intl
10h 50m1 stop Brussels Bruxelles-National
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20:50 - 21:20KGL  Kigali Intl-LHR London Heathrow
26h 30m2 stops Entebbe Brussels Bruxelles-National
£584Brussels Airlines
Sat, 20 Feb - Fri, 26 Feb
Kenya Airways Logo
17:25 - 08:00LHR  London Heathrow-KGL Kigali Intl
12h 35m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Kenya Airways Logo
03:40 - 15:30KGL  Kigali Intl-LHR London Heathrow
13h 50m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
£588Kenya Airways
Tue, 1 Dec - Mon, 7 Dec
RwandAir Logo
20:30 - 07:20LHR  London Heathrow-KGL Kigali Intl
8h 50mdirect
RwandAir Logo
22:50 - 06:20KGL  Kigali Intl-LHR London Heathrow
9h 30mdirect
£590RwandAir
Sun, 14 Feb - Fri, 26 Feb
Brussels Airlines Logo
06:50 - 19:20LHR  London Heathrow-KGL Kigali Intl
10h 30m1 stop Brussels Bruxelles-National
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20:50 - 21:20KGL  Kigali Intl-LHR London Heathrow
26h 30m2 stops Entebbe Brussels Bruxelles-National
£598Brussels Airlines
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KAYAK’s insights & trends for London to Kigali flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from London to Kigali to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a return flight from London to Kigali?

Flight prices are typical for this route right now.

Flights to Kigali from London usually cost between £494 and £647 in November.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £579 on Multiple Airlines (14 Nov–21 Dec).

What is the cheapest London to Kigali flight route?

The cheapest return flight from London to Kigali costs £527 on the route between London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and Kigali (KGL). It is also the most popular route.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from London to Kigali?

If you are looking for a flight deal from London to Kigali, look for departures on Mondays and avoid leaving on a Friday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Kigali, Friday is the cheapest day to fly and Monday is the most expensive.

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

The cheapest month for flights from London to Kigali is February, where tickets cost £518 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £872 and £866 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from London to Kigali?

Yes, flying with a stopover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 3 stops stopover the cheapest option at £588 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from London to Kigali?

To get a below average price on the flight from London to Kigali, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 13% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 4 weeks before departure.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from London to Kigali

Low season

April

Cheapest flight

£271
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 11% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (19% more expensive on average)
Flight from London Stansted Airport to Kigali

When to book flights from London to Kigali

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from London to Kigali based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from London to Kigali

  • 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.

  • What is the cheapest flight from London to Kigali?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from London to Kigali was £271 for a one-way ticket and £579 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from London to Kigali?

    There are 5 airports in London (London City, London Gatwick, London Heathrow, London Luton, and London Stansted.) and only 1 airport in Kigali (Kigali Intl). The cheapest flights are generally found on the London Heathrow Airport to Kigali Intl flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from London to Kigali?

    The Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the London to Kigali flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from London to Kigali?

    SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between London and Kigali, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from London to Kigali?

    There are direct flights from London to Kigali on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from London to Kigali, RwandAir or KLM?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from London to Kigali are RwandAir and KLM. With an average price for the route of £680 and an overall rating of 7.9, RwandAir is the most popular choice. KLM is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of £657 and an overall rating of 7.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from London to Kigali?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from London to Kigali.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from London to Kigali?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Kigali from London is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from London to Kigali?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Kigali with an airline and back to London with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from London to Kigali?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Kigali from London up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from London to Kigali

  • Looking for a cheap flight from London to Kigali? 25% of our users found flights on this route for £395 or less one-way and £584 or less round-trip.
  • 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.

Prefer to fly direct from London to Kigali?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from London to Kigali Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

London to Kigali Intl

Monday

RwandAir

RwandAir

Tuesday

RwandAir

RwandAir

Wednesday

RwandAir

RwandAir

Thursday

RwandAir

RwandAir

Friday

RwandAir

RwandAir

Saturday

RwandAir

RwandAir

Sunday

RwandAir

RwandAir

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Direct returns

Kigali Intl to London

Monday

RwandAir

RwandAir

Tuesday

RwandAir

RwandAir

Wednesday

RwandAir

RwandAir

Thursday

RwandAir

RwandAir

Friday

RwandAir

RwandAir

Saturday

RwandAir

RwandAir

Sunday

RwandAir

RwandAir

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