Cheap Flights from Kigali (KGL) to Nairobi (NBO)

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the cheapest flights from Kigali to Nairobi (KGL-NBO)?

  Based on Trip.com data, Ethiopian Airlines offers one-way fares as low as US$254 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. KGL to NBO on Thu, May 14), while Rwandair offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from US$445 departing on Thu, May 21 and returning on Fri, May 29.

• Which airlines offer direct flights from Kigali to Nairobi?

  At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Kigali to Nairobi with the following airlines, including: Rwandair Kenya Airways Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.

• How long is a flight from Kigali to Nairobi?

  It takes about 1 hour 40 minutes to fly from Kigali to Nairobi.

• When is the best time to book flights from Kigali to Nairobi?

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Kigali to Nairobi is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.

• How many flights are there per week from Kigali to Nairobi?

  Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 34 flight per week flying from Kigali to Nairobi. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: Rwandair: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- WB452 (09:45) Kenya Airways: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- KQ471 (08:56)

• How can I find the best deals on flights from Kigali to Nairobi?

  To find best deals on flights from Kigali to Nairobi, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
  · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Thu, May 14, with one-way flights priced at just US$254.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Rwandair.
  · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
  · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
  · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Nairobi travel is around January.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When are flight tickets from Kigali (KGL) to Nairobi (NBO) the cheapest?

  The cheapest months to fly from Kigali to Nairobi is October, when demand for travel is lower.

• Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Kigali to Nairobi on?

  After crunching the numbers on our May flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Kigali to Nairobi on May 19, 2026 with Ethiopian Airlines, with prices starting at US$262.

• Which airports can I fly to for Nairobi from Kigali?

  You can land at any one of the following hubs in Nairobi, with Kigali International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (KGL-NBO) is by far the most common option on this route: Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) Wilson Airport (WIL).

• Is there any time difference between Kigali and Nairobi?

  The time difference between Nairobi and Kigali is 1h.

• How do I change or cancel my ticket from Kigali to Nairobi?

  Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.