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Cheapest round-trip
$393
Typical prices: $493-$712
Ethiopian Air
Wed 11/21Sat 12/1
CAI - KGL • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$339
Typical prices: $321-$395
Egyptair
Fri 11/23
CAI - KGL • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with Egyptair. Average duration is 5h 25m
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Cheap Flights from Cairo to Kigali (CAI-KGL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Cairo to Kigali

Sat, Nov 21 - Tue, Dec 1
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2:20 am - 9:40 amCAI  Cairo-KGL Kigali Intl
7h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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5:35 pm - 1:20 amKGL  Kigali Intl-CAI Cairo
7h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$393Ethiopian Air
Fri, Nov 27 - Sat, Dec 5
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2:20 am - 9:40 amCAI  Cairo-KGL Kigali Intl
7h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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5:35 pm - 1:20 amKGL  Kigali Intl-CAI Cairo
7h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$394Ethiopian Air
Thu, Dec 24 - Thu, Dec 31
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2:20 am - 9:40 amCAI  Cairo-KGL Kigali Intl
7h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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1:50 am - 1:20 amKGL  Kigali Intl-CAI Cairo
23h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$484Ethiopian Air
Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 20
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2:20 am - 9:40 amCAI  Cairo-KGL Kigali Intl
7h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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5:35 pm - 1:20 amKGL  Kigali Intl-CAI Cairo
7h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$540Ethiopian Air
Fri, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 20
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2:20 am - 9:40 amCAI  Cairo-KGL Kigali Intl
7h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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5:35 pm - 1:20 amKGL  Kigali Intl-CAI Cairo
7h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$540Ethiopian Air
Fri, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 20
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2:20 am - 9:40 amCAI  Cairo-KGL Kigali Intl
7h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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5:35 pm - 1:20 amKGL  Kigali Intl-CAI Cairo
7h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$541Ethiopian Air
Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 20
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2:20 am - 9:40 amCAI  Cairo-KGL Kigali Intl
7h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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5:35 pm - 1:20 amKGL  Kigali Intl-CAI Cairo
7h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$541Ethiopian Air
Thu, Jan 14 - Mon, Feb 8
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2:20 am - 9:40 amCAI  Cairo-KGL Kigali Intl
7h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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5:35 pm - 1:20 amKGL  Kigali Intl-CAI Cairo
7h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$582Ethiopian Air
Sat, Nov 28 - Sat, Dec 5
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9:40 pm - 3:05 amCAI  Cairo-KGL Kigali Intl
5h 25mnonstop
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4:20 pm - 12:15 amKGL  Kigali Intl-CAI Cairo
31h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$683Multiple Airlines
Fri, Jan 15 - Mon, Feb 8
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11:45 am - 8:00 amCAI  Cairo-KGL Kigali Intl
20h 15m2 stops Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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7:40 pm - 4:00 pmKGL  Kigali Intl-CAI Cairo
20h 20m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl
$762SAUDIA
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Price, demand and travel trends for Cairo to Kigali flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Cairo to Kigali?

Round-trip flights from Cairo to Kigali typically range from $493 to $712. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $393, on Ethiopian Air.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cairo to Kigali?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cairo to Kigali. It’s 25% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 37% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Cairo to Kigali?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Cairo to Kigali at $450 round-trip.
•July ($725) and February ($695) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 61% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Key details for Cairo to Kigali flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$339
Beat the crowds with an average 70% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 110% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Cairo to Kigali

When to book flights from Cairo to Kigali

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cairo to Kigali based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Cairo to Kigali flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Cairo to Kigali?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Cairo to Kigali:

    • Earliest: departs at 9:40 pm and lands at 3:05 am
    • Latest: departs at 9:50 pm and lands at 3:15 am.

    The flight takes about 5h 25m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Cairo to Kigali?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Cairo to Kigali:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Cairo to Kigali?

    A nonstop flight from Cairo to Kigali takes 5h 25m, covering 2,217 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cairo to Kigali?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cairo to Kigali flight?

    Round-trip flights from Cairo to Kigali range from $493 to $712, with an average of $599 over the past 12 months. Anything below $493 counts as a good deal.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Cairo to Kigali?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $633 round-trip via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD), compared to $725 for nonstop.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Cairo to Kigali?

    The Airbus A320neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Egyptair and RwandAir. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 variants.

  • Have flight prices from Cairo to Kigali changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $393 to $1,912. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Cairo to Kigali looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cairo to Kigali are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $415, which is 19% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cairo to Kigali?

    Flights from Cairo to Kigali usually depart from Cairo (CAI) and arrive at Kigali Intl (KGL).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cairo to Kigali pass through?

    Most connecting flights from Cairo to Kigali pass through Addis Ababa Bole (ADD), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cairo to Kigali?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 46% on flights from Cairo to Kigali. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $450 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $826, a difference of $376.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Cairo to Kigali?

    Only Egyptair operates flights between Cairo and Kigali.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Cairo to Kigali flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Egyptair: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Cairo to Kigali flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $450, about $376 less than Sunday fares (46% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cairo to Kigali trip for November. Fares historically average $450 round-trip in that month - typically $275 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Addis Ababa Bole Airport (ADD) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $633 round-trip on this route - about $92 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Kigali Intl Airport.

    • Hotel Chez Lando
    • Lebanon Hotel

Prefer to fly direct from Cairo to Kigali?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Cairo Airport to Kigali Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Cairo to Kigali Intl

Monday

Egyptair

Egyptair

Thursday

Egyptair

Egyptair

Saturday

Egyptair

Egyptair

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Kigali Intl to Cairo

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