Travelling from Rome to Kigali International Airport (KGL): what you need to know
Start your vacation planning by considering where you'll board your flight from Rome to Kigali International Airport (KGL). Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) and Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) are the two main airports in Rome.
Kigali International Airport is located in Kigali. The city operates in the UTC+2 timezone and is 1 hour ahead of Rome.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to catch your flight from Rome to KGL.
Popular months like August or other busy periods mean longer lines and possible delays. Stick to your schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
We make it a breeze to book a flight from Rome to KGL that includes a stopover. To see the options leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between FCO and KGL include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
From the centre of Rome, FCO is around 32 kilometres away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to get there.
Catching an early flight from Rome to Kigali International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Maximize your vacation with a stopover on your flight from Rome to Kigali International Airport. Visit friends or family or tick another city off your list. Whatever you want to do, check out these options between Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport and KGL:
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
You can arrive at CIA from central Rome in about 42 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 39 minutes to cover the 18 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your vacation with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Rome to KGL, kick back in one of these hotels near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport:
About Kigali International Airport (KGL)
Reserve a hotel near KGL if you're catching a late flight from Rome to Kigali International Airport. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to central Kigali
Kigali International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from the centre of Kigali. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 21 minutes.
It takes roughly 1 hour and 55 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Kigali International Airport (KGL)
C$581 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rome to Kigali International Airport. Return flights start from C$998. Prices may vary depending on availability at the time of booking.
We recommend booking as soon as possible to lock in flight tickets from Rome to KGL. You're more likely to bag a bargain and enjoy more options for departure times and dates.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Rome to Kigali International Airport across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Play around with the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Rome to Kigali International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
The best time to fly from Rome to Kigali International Airport (KGL)
August is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Rome to Kigali International Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Kigali, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Schedule your flight from Rome to KGL for August if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Kigali to range from 15ºC to 30ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Rome to Kigali International Airport in May if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC and 25ºC on average.
More about Kigali
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Kigali right here. Browse these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Rome to Kigali International Airport:
Inema Art Centre and Kimironko Market are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to put on your Kigali itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Campaign Against Genocide Museum.
Complete your Kigali trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Rome to Kigali International Airport to track down your ideal ride. Browse our car rentals in Kigali and compare offers in one place. Plus we give you all the info you need to know, from the most popular rental company to the average daily price.