Flying from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) to Kigali International Airport (KGL): what you need to know
Flying during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to have a stopover for your flight from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Kigali International Airport, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and look through your options. Here are the top stopovers between MRU and KGL:
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Dubai Airport
O.R. Tambo International Airport
Remember, you may need a visa to enter Rwanda. Visa regulations vary and travel documentation requirements are constantly changing. Before organizing your cheap ticket from MRU to KGL, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for current information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) to Kigali International Airport (KGL)
C$767 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Kigali International Airport. Return flights start at C$1,642. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap flight tickets from MRU to KGL. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flight tickets from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Kigali International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll be notified right away if there's a better deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you from checking for cheap flight tickets from MRU to KGL every day.
Take advantage of filters to find the right journey for you. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Kigali International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU)
Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport is about 48 kilometres from central Port Louis. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching an early flight from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Kigali International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to MRU:
Arriving at Kigali International Airport (KGL)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam 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 takes about 21 minutes by car. It's approximately 11 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
It'll take around 1 hour and 55 minutes when traveling by public transport.
When to fly to Kigali International Airport (KGL)
August is the busiest month for flights from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Kigali International Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Kigali in April.
Book your flight from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Kigali International Airport for August if you'd like to go to Kigali during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC and 30ºC.
Look for cheap flight tickets from MRU to KGL in May if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC and 25ºC on average.
More about Kigali
Once you've booked your flights from MRU 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 explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Inema Art Center, Kimironko Market and Campaign Against Genocide Museum are highlights which should be on any good Kigali itinerary.
Complete your Kigali trip with hotels and a car rental
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