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Cheapest round-trip
$524
Typical prices: $651-$898
Ethiopian Air
Sat 12/15Sat 12/29
KGL - BRU • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$401
Typical prices: $491-$682
Qatar Airways
Wed 12/5
KGL - BRU • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Kigali and Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Most punctual • 47% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 23 weeks in advance save around 30% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 21% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $661 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 10h 51m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Kigali to Brussels (KGL-BRU)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Kigali to Brussels

Tue, Dec 15 - Tue, Dec 29
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:30 am - 6:20 amKGL  Kigali Intl-BRU Brussels Bruxelles-National
20h 50m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
9:20 pm - 4:45 pmBRU  Brussels Bruxelles-National-KGL Kigali Intl
18h 25m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$524Ethiopian Air
Tue, Dec 1 - Sat, Dec 5
Ethiopian Air Logo
1:50 am - 6:20 amKGL  Kigali Intl-BRU Brussels Bruxelles-National
29h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
9:20 pm - 9:40 amBRU  Brussels Bruxelles-National-KGL Kigali Intl
11h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$543Ethiopian Air
Tue, Dec 1 - Fri, Dec 4
Ethiopian Air Logo
1:50 am - 6:20 amKGL  Kigali Intl-BRU Brussels Bruxelles-National
29h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
9:20 pm - 9:40 amBRU  Brussels Bruxelles-National-KGL Kigali Intl
11h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$543Ethiopian Air
Fri, Nov 13 - Thu, Nov 19
RwandAir Logo
12:05 am - 10:15 amKGL  Kigali Intl-BRU Brussels Bruxelles-National
11h 10m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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6:20 pm - 6:00 amBRU  Brussels Bruxelles-National-KGL Kigali Intl
10h 40m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
$546RwandAir
Mon, Dec 14 - Thu, Dec 31
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12:05 am - 10:15 amKGL  Kigali Intl-BRU Brussels Bruxelles-National
11h 10m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
RwandAir Logo
6:20 pm - 6:00 amBRU  Brussels Bruxelles-National-KGL Kigali Intl
10h 40m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
$581RwandAir
Wed, Dec 16 - Thu, Dec 31
RwandAir Logo
12:05 am - 10:15 amKGL  Kigali Intl-BRU Brussels Bruxelles-National
11h 10m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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6:20 pm - 6:00 amBRU  Brussels Bruxelles-National-KGL Kigali Intl
10h 40m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
$581RwandAir
Thu, Nov 26 - Wed, Dec 30
Turkish Airlines Logo
2:35 am - 5:15 pmKGL  Kigali Intl-BRU Brussels Bruxelles-National
15h 40m2 stops Entebbe Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:15 pm - 1:40 amBRU  Brussels Bruxelles-National-KGL Kigali Intl
30h 25m1 stop Istanbul
$663Turkish Airlines
Mon, Feb 1 - Fri, Feb 5
Qatar Airways Logo
3:50 pm - 6:50 amKGL  Kigali Intl-BRU Brussels Bruxelles-National
16h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
2:55 pm - 1:45 pmBRU  Brussels Bruxelles-National-KGL Kigali Intl
21h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$690Qatar Airways
Fri, Nov 20 - Tue, Nov 24
Brussels Airlines Logo
8:50 pm - 6:40 amKGL  Kigali Intl-BRU Brussels Bruxelles-National
10h 50m1 stop Entebbe
Brussels Airlines Logo
10:15 am - 7:40 pmBRU  Brussels Bruxelles-National-KGL Kigali Intl
8h 25mnonstop
$707Brussels Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Thu, Nov 19
Brussels Airlines Logo
8:50 pm - 6:40 amKGL  Kigali Intl-BRU Brussels Bruxelles-National
10h 50m1 stop Entebbe
Brussels Airlines Logo
10:15 am - 7:40 pmBRU  Brussels Bruxelles-National-KGL Kigali Intl
8h 25mnonstop
$740Brussels Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Kigali to Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Kigali to Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport?

Round-trip flights from Kigali to Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport typically range from $651 to $898. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $524, on Ethiopian Air.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kigali to Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kigali to Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport. It’s 11% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 6% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Kigali to Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport?

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Kigali to Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport at $616 round-trip.
•August ($944) and May ($929) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 53% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Kigali to Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Kigali to Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport are cheapest 23 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 30% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Kigali to Brussels

 
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Expert on Brussels Airlines

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Key details for Kigali to Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$401
Beat the crowds with an average 27% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 42% increase in travelers.
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Your Kigali to Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport flight questions, answered

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

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Kigali to Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Kigali to Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Kigali to Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Kigali to Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport takes 00m, covering 3,950 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Kigali to Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport?

    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 Kigali to Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Kigali to Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport range from $651 to $898, with an average of $779 over the past 12 months. Anything below $651 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Kigali to Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 10% above the $779 route average. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Kigali to Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $661 round-trip via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS), compared to $930 for nonstop.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Kigali to Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport?

    RwandAir is the only airline operating Kigali to Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport flights. 47% of its flights are on time.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Kigali to Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport?

    The Airbus A330-300 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Brussels Airlines and RwandAir. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A330-200 variants.

  • Have flight prices from Kigali to Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport 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 $524 to $1,350. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Kigali to Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Kigali to Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $545, which is 6% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport (BRU)?

    Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport (BRU) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $47 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Alamo
    • Hertz
    • keddy by Europcar
    • Europcar
    • Sixt

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Kigali to Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport?

    Flights from Kigali to Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport usually depart from Kigali Intl (KGL) and arrive at Brussels Bruxelles-National (BRU).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Kigali to Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Kigali to Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Kigali to Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport route, 53% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 55m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Kigali to Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Kigali to Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) - 59% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) - 30% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 6% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) - 5% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Kigali to Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 16% on flights from Kigali to Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $701 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $828, a difference of $127.

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

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Kigali to Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport?

    Flying via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 10h 51m, compared with 11h 07m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and 14h 38m via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD).

  • What is the time difference between Kigali and Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport?

    Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport is 1 hour behind Kigali (Central European Time vs Central Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport are Grand Place, King Baudouin Stadium and Place Sainte-Catherine. These are among the most viewed places in Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Kigali to Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport flights?

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

    • Brussels Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • RwandAir: 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 Kigali to Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $701, about $127 less than Monday fares (15% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 23 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 30% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Kigali to Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport trip for March. Fares historically average $616 round-trip in that month - typically $328 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $661 round-trip on this route - about $268 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 Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport.

    • NH Brussels Airport
    • Crowne Plaza Brussels Airport By IHG

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