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Cheap Flight Deals from Kigali to Nairobi (KGL-NBO)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Kigali to Nairobi that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Kigali to Nairobi

KAYAK's recommended round-trip deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Kigali to Nairobi.
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KGL-NBO
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KGL-NBO
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NBO-KGL
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Qatar Airways
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KGL-NBO
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NBO-KGL
1h 30mdirect
SAUDIA
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KGL-NBO
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NBO-KGL
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KGL-NBO
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NBO-KGL
1h 30mdirect
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KGL-NBO
1h 30mdirect
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NBO-KGL
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KGL-NBO
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NBO-KGL
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Kigali to Nairobi flights

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

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

The average price of all round-trip flights from Kigali to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Nairobi on a Saturday and more expensive on a Tuesday. On your return trip to Kigali, you should consider flying back on a Tuesday, and avoid Fridays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Kigali to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Kigali to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Kigali to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport is April, where tickets cost C$ 537 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and January, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 620 and C$ 615 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Kigali to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
No, with an average price for the route of C$ 443, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Kigali to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Kigali to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.
To get a below average price on the flight from Kigali to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 7 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low season

September

High season

August
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 3% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (6% more expensive on average)

When to book flights from Kigali to Nairobi

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Kigali to Nairobi based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Kigali to Nairobi flights

  • Which airline is ideal for business travelers flying from Kigali to Nairobi?

    If you are rushing against time, perhaps to attend that urgent business meeting in Nairobi, consider using British Airways when flying from Kigali. This airline is known to offer the fastest flights from KGL to NBO.

  • Which other cities can I visit when I land at NBO?

    Kigali to Nairobi fights are an opportunity for travelers to visit other cities in Kenya. For instance, you can take an SGR train from Nairobi to Mombasa, a famous coastal town in Kenya known for its Swahili culture. You can also visit Nakuru city, which is about a 2h drive from Nairobi and is renowned for being the cleanest city in Kenya.

  • Are there car rentals at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport?

    Yes. You can rent your car from Avis, Nairobicar, or Express Travel Group. Nairobicar has its car rental desk along the JKIA Runway, while Express Travel Group has its rental desk inside the Arrivals Hall.

  • Is it convenient to travel with my kids from Kigali to Nairobi?

    Yes. Considering the short flights from Kigali to Nairobi, you can travel conveniently with your kids without them getting tired. Suppose you are using Ethiopian Airlines, Air France, or British Airlines. In that case, you and your kids can enjoy spacious seats in the cabins, ensuring you remain comfortable throughout the journey.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Kigali to Nairobi?

    Only RwandAir offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the Kigali to Nairobi flight route.

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

    The De Havilland (Bombardier) DHC-8-400 Dash 8Q is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Kigali to Nairobi flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Kigali to Nairobi?

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

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

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

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

    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 Kigali to Nairobi.

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

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

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

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

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

    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 Nairobi from Kigali up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Kigali to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for C$ 330 or less one-way and C$ 417 or less round-trip.
  • Flights from Kigali to Nairobi depart from Kigali International Airport (KGL) and arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). The city bus offers a cost-effective and convenient transport from Kigali city center to KGL. The bus ride takes about 16min to arrive at the airport and stops about 0.2 miles from the airport.
  • When you arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you can connect to the city center by bus or taxi. Citi Hoppa is the most reliable bus company ferrying travelers from the airport to Nairobi city center, where they can connect to their preferred destination. If you want to take the shortest time from the airport to the central business district, consider using Uber, one of the most reliable taxi service providers.
  • If you want to catch the earliest flight from Kigali to Nairobi, which departs from KGL, consider spending your night at a hotel closer to the airport to make your early morning movement easier. Martin Aviator Montel is one of the hotels that will keep you at a convenient distance from the airport.
  • Are you worried about arriving in Nairobi late at night? Worry no more. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport has several nearby hotels with 24h desks where you can spend your night conveniently before proceeding with your journey in the morning. Four Points by Sheraton Nairobi Airport is one of the hotels you can consider.
  • If you have reduced mobility or are traveling from Kigali to Nairobi in the company of a person with reduced mobility, you have nothing to worry about. All flights from Kigali to Nairobi are friendly to persons with disabilities. Whether using RandAir, Kenya Airways, or Ethiopian Airlines, you can readily get a wheelchair or any other special services at KGL and NBO upon request.
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Prefer to fly direct from Kigali to Nairobi?

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

Direct departures

Kigali Intl to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Monday

Air France,British Airways,Delta, +5 more

Air France,British Airways, +6 more

Tuesday

Air France,British Airways,Delta, +5 more

Air France,British Airways, +6 more

Wednesday

Air Canada,Air France,Austrian Airlines, +11 more

Air Canada,Air France, +12 more

Thursday

Air France,British Airways,Delta, +5 more

Air France,British Airways, +6 more

Friday

Air France,British Airways,Delta, +5 more

Air France,British Airways, +6 more

Saturday

Air France,British Airways,Delta, +5 more

Air France,British Airways, +6 more

Sunday

Air Canada,Air France,Austrian Airlines, +11 more

Air Canada,Air France, +12 more

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Direct returns

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Kigali Intl

Monday

Air France,British Airways,Delta, +5 more

Air France,British Airways, +6 more

Tuesday

Air France,British Airways,Delta, +5 more

Air France,British Airways, +6 more

Wednesday

Air France,British Airways,Delta, +5 more

Air France,British Airways, +6 more

Thursday

Air France,British Airways,Delta, +5 more

Air France,British Airways, +6 more

Friday

Air France,British Airways,Delta, +5 more

Air France,British Airways, +6 more

Saturday

Air France,British Airways,Delta, +5 more

Air France,British Airways, +6 more

Sunday

Air France,British Airways,Delta, +5 more

Air France,British Airways, +6 more

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Top airlines flying from Kigali to Nairobi

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Kigali to Nairobi. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Kigali to Nairobi? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
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RwandAirOverall score based on 27 reviews
7.1Comfort
7.3Boarding
7.3Crew
6.6Food
6.4Entertainment
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Pleasant, relaxed flight. I had 2 seats to myself, which was a bonus. I couldn't find a flight tracker ap so I could know where we were but that's a minor complaint. On the plus side, the passenger announcements did not come through my earphones but were on main speakers only. That was a nice touch.

8.0 ExcellentIan, Aug 2024KGL - LHR
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Pleasant, relaxed flight. I had 2 seats to myself, which was a bonus. I couldn't find a flight tracker ap so I could know where we were but that's a minor complaint. On the plus side, the passenger announcements did not come through my earphones but were on main speakers only. That was a nice touch.

Flight delayed by 3 hours 45 mins and no explanation given or apology. Rebooked on a flight departing to final destination 48 hrs later and baggage not delivered.

My outbound flight was grounded in Lusaka so we never made it to Paris. DO NOT fly this airline you will be stranded and your plans will be completely disrupted

Inflight entertainment with electronic charging stations can help during a long flight.

The flight was delayed with no notice. No inflight entertainment. Communication is vital in any business.

Poor communication: Flight come directly to kigali , didn’t come via mumbasa. Favouring to Rwandan passenger to move from economic to bussiness class after flight depart. Where they don’t asked other older passenger who need more comfort. Rude staff : chekin airport at Mumbai. Talking in local language (marathi) while serving and no sorry no thank you attitude.

Was very good, was happy with the way staff were smiling and how they were approachable

A child was loud throughout which made the trip less than optimal. Crew was great and professional. They need to change the automatic seat belt announcement which is too loud and had other unneeded words like "this is XYZ announcement number one'

Love the dreamliner plane. It's such a smooth ride, I don't notice that it's 15 hours in the air. The staff are great and they don't overstuff you with food.

I really like this airline. The staff are lovely and friendly, the planes are tidy and unfussy. I would rate them at the top of the African Airline carriers.

Delayed by 4 hours with inadequate advance notifications which caused us a lot of consternation and angst. I will never fly or recommend your airline again

Flight was changed 3 times, from a night flight to a day flight, and then delayed by 5h…

Kenya Airways delayed my flights for 7 days. Each delayed, they notified me last minute. This is ridiculous.

The kindness and good humor of all the people who this flight possible was a joy.

Awful, we had a delay of 3 hrs, impacting in my transfer flight to Cape town, and Kenya airways didnt do anything. They sent me twice to transfer services in Nairobi, not been available to sleep (from 1 am to 5 am); without any update.

It's the only direct flight between Accra and Nairobi, and you pay for it! Food is better on Asky. No entertainment on flight from Accra to Nairobi, but there other way did have screens. Generally timely boarding and departure.

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