2
Airlines
21×
Per week
$2,000
From (est.)
1.5h
Nonstop
Nairobi (NBO) → Kigali (KGL)
Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International
DISTANCE
819 km
Kigali
Kigali International
Flight time is an estimate: great-circle distance with ~8% routing adjustment and ~45 min ground operations. Actual block time depends on the carrier, winds, and specific service (check the airline schedule).
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🇷🇼RwandAir
WB
- Frequency
- 21× / week
- Baggage
- LCC (paid)
- Migrant program
- —
🇰🇪Kenya Airways
KQ
- Frequency
- 21× / week
- Baggage
- LCC (paid) +5
- Migrant program
- —
Flights Nairobi -> Kigali (NBO-KGL) — USD Fares, Airlines, Frequency
Nairobi to Kigali is one of the busiest short-haul links in East Africa, connecting Kenya with Rwanda, with around 21 flights a week — three a day. The route carries business travellers, traders, tourists and connecting passengers. Block time is about an hour and a half.
Airlines on this route
Two carriers fly NBO-KGL: RwandAir and Kenya Airways, both flying the short regional sector direct. With several flights a day between them, the route is built for flexibility — a missed flight rarely means a long wait.
| Carrier | Baggage baseline | Alliance |
|---|---|---|
| RwandAir (WB) | 23 kg | none |
| Kenya Airways (KQ) | 23 kg | SkyTeam |
USD fares — NBO-KGL
As a short, high-frequency regional route, NBO-KGL is competitively priced. Fares rise around the December holidays. One to three weeks of lead time usually secures a reasonable economy fare in USD.
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About Kigali
Kigali is the capital of Rwanda, a hillside city known for its order and its growing role as a regional business and conference centre. For travellers from Nairobi it is a business and trade destination and a gateway to Rwanda and the wider region.
FAQ
Which airlines fly Nairobi to Kigali? Direct NBO-KGL flights are operated by RwandAir, Kenya Airways. Compare baggage baseline and alliance in the carrier table above.
How long is the NBO-KGL flight and how often does it run? Block time is about 1.5 hours. The NBO-KGL route runs roughly 21 flights per week across all carriers.
How much does a NBO-KGL flight cost and when is it cheapest? Typical economy fares sit in the $500-1,500 USD band. Intra-Africa and Gulf-hub transit fares move week-to-week; 4-8 weeks is the typical sweet spot.
What is the checked baggage allowance on NBO-KGL? It varies by carrier and fare class — see the baggage-baseline column in the carrier table above. Full-service carriers usually include 23-30 kg, while low-cost carriers sell it as an add-on. Confirm on the airline’s site before booking.
What currency is used in Kigali? Kigali uses USD. Fares in this guide are quoted in USD; budget on-the-ground spending in USD.
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