Traveling from Arusha Airport (ARK) to Kigali International Airport (KGL): what you need to know
Flying during a peak time like October? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Don't forget, you might need a visa to enter Rwanda. Visa requirements vary and travel documentation requirements are constantly changing. Before booking your cheap ticket from ARK to KGL, be sure to check with your carrier and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Arusha Airport (ARK) to Kigali International Airport (KGL)
C$546 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Arusha Airport to Kigali International Airport. A return flight starts from C$980. These fares may change based on demand.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap flight tickets from ARK to KGL. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when searching for a ticket from Arusha Airport to Kigali International Airport.
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Handy information about Arusha Airport (ARK)
Central Arusha to Arusha Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Catching an early flight from Arusha Airport to Kigali International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to ARK:
Arriving at Kigali International Airport (KGL)
Consider booking a hotel near KGL if you're taking a late flight from Arusha Airport to Kigali International Airport. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to central Kigali
Kigali International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from central Kigali. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 21 minutes.
Traveling to the center by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour and 55 minutes.
When to fly to Kigali International Airport (KGL)
August is the busiest month for flights from Arusha Airport to Kigali International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Kigali in April.
The warmest month in Kigali is August, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from Arusha Airport to Kigali International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap flight tickets from ARK to KGL in May if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC and 25ºC on average.
More about Kigali
As soon as you've booked your flights from ARK to KGL, you'll need to find a place to stay in Kigali. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this city:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Inema Art Center, Kimironko Market and Campaign Against Genocide Museum are popular attractions which should be on any good Kigali itinerary.
Complete your Kigali trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Kigali International Airport, check out our low prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one go to get the best car rental price for your Kigali escape.
