Flying from Entebbe International Airport (EBB) to Kigali International Airport (KGL): what you need to know
55 minutes is the average length of a direct flight from Entebbe International Airport to Kigali International Airport. Kigali is 1 hour behind Entebbe and operates on the UTC+2 timezone.
You can choose from 58 weekly flights from Entebbe International Airport to Kigali International Airport. The 01:00 departure with RwandAir is the earliest flight you can take from EBB to KGL. RwandAir operates the last service of the day at 21:30 if early starts aren't your thing.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Traveling to Kigali (and then exploring more of Rwanda!) is a breeze with RwandAir. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Entebbe International Airport to Kigali International Airport.
We make it a piece of cake to get a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for flights from Entebbe International Airport to Kigali International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between EBB and KGL include:
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Dubai Airport
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
To find out if you need a visa to enter Rwanda, contact your airline and the local consulate or embassy. They'll have the most current information, including other travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from EBB to KGL.
How to find the cheapest flights from Entebbe International Airport (EBB) to Kigali International Airport (KGL)
C$269 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Entebbe International Airport to Kigali International Airport. Return flights start from C$470. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
Get cheap flight tickets from EBB to KGL by booking at least 10 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Entebbe International Airport to Kigali International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Entebbe International Airport (EBB)
Entebbe International Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from central Entebbe. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take 9 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking an early flight from Entebbe International Airport to Kigali International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to EBB:
Arriving at Kigali International Airport (KGL)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Entebbe International Airport to Kigali International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near KGL instead:
Getting from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to central Kigali
Kigali International Airport to the center of Kigali is about 21 minutes by car. It's approximately 11 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour and 55 minutes.
When to fly to Kigali International Airport (KGL)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Entebbe International Airport to Kigali International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Kigali. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Entebbe International Airport to Kigali International Airport for August if you'd like to visit Kigali during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC and 30ºC.
Search for cheap flight tickets from EBB to KGL in May if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC and 25ºC on average.
More about Kigali
As soon as you've locked in your flights from EBB to KGL, you'll want to find somewhere to stay in Kigali. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this city:
Inema Art Center and Kimironko Market are just a couple of the big attractions to put on your Kigali must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Campaign Against Genocide Museum.
Complete your Kigali trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked a cheap ticket to Kigali International Airport — next up is finding a great stay, and maybe even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Kigali.