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Flight deals from Kigali to Addis Ababa

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Kigali Airport to Addis Ababa Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from C$612. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Addis Ababa.C$526 per passenger.Departing Tue., May 5.One-way flight with Saudia.Outbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from Kigali on Tue., May 5, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$526, select.
Addis Ababa.C$567 per passenger.Departing Thu., Apr. 16.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Kigali on Thu., Apr. 16, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$567, select.
Addis Ababa.C$567 per passenger.Departing Wed., Aug. 19.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Kigali on Wed., Aug. 19, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$567, select.
Addis Ababa.C$568 per passenger.Departing Wed., Oct. 7.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Kigali on Wed., Oct. 7, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$568, select.
Addis Ababa.C$572 per passenger.Departing Thu., Sep. 3.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Kigali on Thu., Sep. 3, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$572, select.
Addis Ababa.C$572 per passenger.Departing Mon., Jul. 13.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Kigali on Mon., Jul. 13, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$572, select.
Addis Ababa.C$581 per passenger.Departing Wed., Jun. 17.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Kigali on Wed., Jun. 17, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$581, select.
Addis Ababa.C$628 per passenger.Departing Sat., Feb. 13.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Kigali on Sat., Feb. 13, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$628, select.
Addis Ababa.C$772 per passenger.Departing Sat., May 9.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Ethiopian Airlines departs from Kigali on Sat., May 9, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$772, select.
Addis Ababa.C$775 per passenger.Departing Wed., Oct. 7.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Ethiopian Airlines departs from Kigali on Wed., Oct. 7, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$775, select.
Addis Ababa.C$775 per passenger.Departing Sun., Apr. 19.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Ethiopian Airlines departs from Kigali on Sun., Apr. 19, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$775, select.
Addis Ababa.C$777 per passenger.Departing Wed., Aug. 19.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Ethiopian Airlines departs from Kigali on Wed., Aug. 19, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$777, select.
Addis Ababa.C$781 per passenger.Departing Thu., Sep. 3.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Ethiopian Airlines departs from Kigali on Thu., Sep. 3, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$781, select.
Addis Ababa.C$782 per passenger.Departing Mon., Jul. 13.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Ethiopian Airlines departs from Kigali on Mon., Jul. 13, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$782, select.
Addis Ababa.C$783 per passenger.Departing Sat., Jun. 27.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Ethiopian Airlines departs from Kigali on Sat., Jun. 27, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$783, select.
Addis Ababa.C$797 per passenger.Departing Sat., Feb. 13.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Ethiopian Airlines departs from Kigali on Sat., Feb. 13, arriving in Addis Ababa.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$797, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Kigali to Addis Ababa

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Kigali to Addis Ababa: Alternative routes

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Kigali to Addis Ababa: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$526
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time2 hrs, 32 mins
Most popular airlineEthiopian Airlines
Average flights per week124

Finding cheap flights from Kigali to Addis Ababa: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Kigali to Addis Ababa is C$611. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 32 minutes is the average flight time from Kigali to Addis Ababa.
Ethiopian Airlines, RwandAir and Etihad Airways fly direct from Kigali to Addis Ababa.
As of April 2026, there are 124 flights per week flying from Kigali to Addis Ababa.
The cheapest month to fly from Kigali to Addis Ababa is usually April.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Kigali Airport to Addis Ababa Airport on Wednesday, April 29, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 32 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Addis Ababa but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Addis Ababa is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Kenya Airways and Ethiopian Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Addis Ababa.

Flying from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Kigali International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is 2 hours 37 minutes. Addis Ababa's timezone is UTC+3, making Addis Ababa 1 hour ahead of Kigali.

  • Take your pick of 28 weekly flights from Kigali International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. The 01:40 departure with Ethiopian Airlines is the earliest flight available from KGL to ADD. Ethiopian Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 22:45 if you'd rather not get up at the crack of dawn.

  • During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.

  • Visiting Addis Ababa (and then discovering more of Ethiopia!) is easy with Ethiopian Airlines. This popular airline runs direct flights from Kigali International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.

  • If you want to have a stopover for your flight from Kigali International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and look through your options. Here are the most popular stopovers between KGL and ADD:

    • Jomo Kenyatta International Airport

    • Bujumbura International Airport

    • Entebbe International Airport

  • Before reserving your cheap ticket from KGL to ADD, check if you need a visa to enter Ethiopia. Travel document and visa requirements can vary and are updated frequently. To get the most up-to-date information, contact the nearest embassy or consulate of the country you're flying to.

How to find the cheapest flights from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Kigali International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is C$526. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$611. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.

  • To secure cheap flight tickets from KGL to ADD, reserve your trip 10 months ahead of your departure.

  • June is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Kigali International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.

  • Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you straight away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you the hassle of looking for cheap flight tickets from KGL to ADD every day.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Kigali International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.

Handy information about Kigali International Airport (KGL)

  • The journey from central Kigali to Kigali International Airport takes about 1 hour and 55 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 21 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel near KGL? If you're catching an early flight from Kigali International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Kigali International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near ADD instead:

Getting from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to central Addis Ababa

  • From Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, Addis Ababa is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the center driving.

When to fly to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Kigali International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Addis Ababa based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • Lock in your flight from Kigali International Airport to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport for March if you want to explore Addis Ababa during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 9ºC and 25ºC.

  • Search for cheap flight tickets from KGL to ADD in November if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 6ºC and 22ºC on average.

More about Addis Ababa

  • Start your Addis Ababa trip right by finding a wonderful stay. Once you've booked your flight from KGL to ADD, explore our selection of hotel options including:

  • There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Ethnological Museum, National Museum of Ethiopia and Holy Trinity Cathedral are major attractions which should be on any well-planned Addis Ababa itinerary.

Complete your Addis Ababa trip with hotels and a car rental

  • We've got more party tricks up our sleeve than just comparing flights. Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, check out our great car rental deals that'll give you the freedom and flexibility to see the sights at your own pace. Then, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your ideal Addis Ababa stay.

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