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$226 Find Cheap Flights from Kigali to Nairobi

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Cheap Flights from Kigali to Nairobi (KGL-NBO)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Kigali to Nairobi that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Kigali to Nairobi

Sun, Aug 24 - Fri, Sep 5
Ethiopian Air Logo
2:10 am - 1:10 pmKGL-NBO
10h 00m1 stop
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6:00 pm - 1:05 amNBO-KGL
8h 05m1 stop
$420Ethiopian Air
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Thu, Sep 11 - Mon, Sep 15
Ethiopian Air Logo
2:10 am - 1:10 pmKGL-NBO
10h 00m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
6:00 pm - 1:05 amNBO-KGL
8h 05m1 stop
$422Ethiopian Air
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Wed, Sep 3 - Thu, Sep 4
Ethiopian Air Logo
2:10 am - 1:10 pmKGL-NBO
10h 00m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
6:00 pm - 1:05 amNBO-KGL
8h 05m1 stop
$424Ethiopian Air
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Thu, Oct 9 - Sat, Oct 18
Ethiopian Air Logo
2:10 am - 1:10 pmKGL-NBO
10h 00m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
6:00 pm - 1:05 amNBO-KGL
8h 05m1 stop
$426Ethiopian Air
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Wed, Sep 10 - Thu, Sep 18
RwandAir Logo
1:00 am - 4:55 amKGL-NBO
2h 55m1 stop
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1:00 pm - 1:40 pmNBO-KGL
1h 40mnonstop
$431RwandAir
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Thu, Sep 11 - Thu, Sep 18
RwandAir Logo
9:40 am - 12:20 pmKGL-NBO
1h 40mnonstop
RwandAir Logo
8:50 pm - 9:30 pmNBO-KGL
1h 40mnonstop
$434RwandAir
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Thu, Aug 21 - Wed, Aug 27
Kenya Airways Logo
9:00 am - 11:30 amKGL-NBO
1h 30mnonstop
Kenya Airways Logo
12:05 am - 12:35 amNBO-KGL
1h 30mnonstop
$444Kenya Airways
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Wed, Aug 20 - Mon, Aug 25
Kenya Airways Logo
9:00 am - 11:30 amKGL-NBO
1h 30mnonstop
Kenya Airways Logo
12:05 am - 12:35 amNBO-KGL
1h 30mnonstop
$461Kenya Airways
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Tue, Aug 26 - Wed, Sep 3
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3:40 am - 6:10 amKGL-NBO
1h 30mnonstop
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5:30 am - 6:00 amNBO-KGL
1h 30mnonstop
Wed, Aug 27 - Sat, Aug 30
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1:00 am - 4:55 amKGL-NBO
2h 55m1 stop
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12:05 am - 12:35 amNBO-KGL
1h 30mnonstop
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Kigali to Nairobi flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Kigali to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

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Low seasonSeptember
Cheapest flight$226
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 7% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 1% lower on average.
Flight from Kigali to Nairobi

When to book flights from Kigali to Nairobi

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Kigali to Nairobi based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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  • Which airline is ideal for business travelers flying from Kigali to Nairobi?

    If you are rushing against time, perhaps to attend that urgent business meeting in Nairobi, consider using British Airways when flying from Kigali. This airline is known to offer the fastest flights from KGL to NBO.

  • Which other cities can I visit when I land at NBO?

    Kigali to Nairobi fights are an opportunity for travelers to visit other cities in Kenya. For instance, you can take an SGR train from Nairobi to Mombasa, a famous coastal town in Kenya known for its Swahili culture. You can also visit Nakuru city, which is about a 2h drive from Nairobi and is renowned for being the cleanest city in Kenya.

  • Are there car rentals at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport?

    Yes. You can rent your car from Avis, Nairobicar, or Express Travel Group. Nairobicar has its car rental desk along the JKIA Runway, while Express Travel Group has its rental desk inside the Arrivals Hall.

  • Is it convenient to travel with my kids from Kigali to Nairobi?

    Yes. Considering the short flights from Kigali to Nairobi, you can travel conveniently with your kids without them getting tired. Suppose you are using Ethiopian Airlines, Air France, or British Airlines. In that case, you and your kids can enjoy spacious seats in the cabins, ensuring you remain comfortable throughout the journey.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Kigali to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $220 or less one-way and $324 or less round-trip.
  • Flights from Kigali to Nairobi depart from Kigali International Airport (KGL) and arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). The city bus offers a cost-effective and convenient transport from Kigali city center to KGL. The bus ride takes about 16min to arrive at the airport and stops about 0.2 miles from the airport.
  • When you arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you can connect to the city center by bus or taxi. Citi Hoppa is the most reliable bus company ferrying travelers from the airport to Nairobi city center, where they can connect to their preferred destination. If you want to take the shortest time from the airport to the central business district, consider using Uber, one of the most reliable taxi service providers.
  • If you want to catch the earliest flight from Kigali to Nairobi, which departs from KGL, consider spending your night at a hotel closer to the airport to make your early morning movement easier. Martin Aviator Montel is one of the hotels that will keep you at a convenient distance from the airport.
  • Are you worried about arriving in Nairobi late at night? Worry no more. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport has several nearby hotels with 24h desks where you can spend your night conveniently before proceeding with your journey in the morning. Four Points by Sheraton Nairobi Airport is one of the hotels you can consider.
  • If you have reduced mobility or are traveling from Kigali to Nairobi in the company of a person with reduced mobility, you have nothing to worry about. All flights from Kigali to Nairobi are friendly to persons with disabilities. Whether using RandAir, Kenya Airways, or Ethiopian Airlines, you can readily get a wheelchair or any other special services at KGL and NBO upon request.

Prefer to fly direct from Kigali to Nairobi?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Kigali Intl to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl.
Find which airlines fly direct from Kigali Intl Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Kigali Intl to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Monday

Air France, British Airways, Delta, +11 more

Air France, British Airways, +12 more

Tuesday

British Airways, Delta, KLM, +10 more

British Airways, Delta, +11 more

Wednesday

Air Canada, Austrian Airlines, British Airways, +10 more

Air Canada, Austrian Airlines, +11 more

Thursday

British Airways, Delta, KLM, +4 more

British Airways, Delta, +5 more

Friday

British Airways, Delta, KLM, +10 more

British Airways, Delta, +11 more

Saturday

Air France, British Airways, Delta, +11 more

Air France, British Airways, +12 more

Sunday

Air Canada, Austrian Airlines, British Airways, +10 more

Air Canada, Austrian Airlines, +11 more

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Direct returns

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Kigali Intl

Monday

Air France, British Airways, Delta, +5 more

Air France, British Airways, +6 more

Tuesday

Air France, British Airways, Delta, +5 more

Air France, British Airways, +6 more

Wednesday

Air France, British Airways, Delta, +5 more

Air France, British Airways, +6 more

Thursday

Air France, British Airways, Delta, +5 more

Air France, British Airways, +6 more

Friday

Air France, British Airways, Delta, +5 more

Air France, British Airways, +6 more

Saturday

Air France, British Airways, Delta, +5 more

Air France, British Airways, +6 more

Sunday

Air France, British Airways, Delta, +5 more

Air France, British Airways, +6 more

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Reviews of the top 3 airlines serving from Kigali to Nairobi

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Kigali to Nairobi. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Kigali to Nairobi? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.2
RwandAirOverall score based on 30 reviews
6.7Food
7.3Comfort
7.4Crew
7.3Boarding
6.3Entertainment
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Pleasant, relaxed flight. I had 2 seats to myself, which was a bonus. I couldn't find a flight tracker ap so I could know where we were but that's a minor complaint. On the plus side, the passenger announcements did not come through my earphones but were on main speakers only. That was a nice touch.

8.0 ExcellentIan, Aug 2024KGL - LHR
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Pleasant, relaxed flight. I had 2 seats to myself, which was a bonus. I couldn't find a flight tracker ap so I could know where we were but that's a minor complaint. On the plus side, the passenger announcements did not come through my earphones but were on main speakers only. That was a nice touch.

Flight delayed by 3 hours 45 mins and no explanation given or apology. Rebooked on a flight departing to final destination 48 hrs later and baggage not delivered.

My outbound flight was grounded in Lusaka so we never made it to Paris. DO NOT fly this airline you will be stranded and your plans will be completely disrupted

Inflight entertainment with electronic charging stations can help during a long flight.

The flight was delayed with no notice. No inflight entertainment. Communication is vital in any business.

Poor communication: Flight come directly to kigali , didn’t come via mumbasa. Favouring to Rwandan passenger to move from economic to bussiness class after flight depart. Where they don’t asked other older passenger who need more comfort. Rude staff : chekin airport at Mumbai. Talking in local language (marathi) while serving and no sorry no thank you attitude.

Lost suite case and pillow that’s used by senior and they didn’t leave it at the airport

Forgotten Suite inside of the top compartment but went back to ask and they didn’t leave at the lost and found place. Also the checking in was so horrible. I had multi city and one of the passenger saint have visa go go go Dubai. The Ethiopian airlines never had information about requirement for US permanent resident so couldn’t go to Dubai. And when coming back to US we were told we can not use our Addis to Washington ticket and they forced us to get new ticket. Very horrible experience.

I had a comfortable seat that makes my trip wonderful. I appreciate the Ethiopia crew, they were very helpful

The hygiene was super bad. Smells bad and air refreshment is highly advisable. The crew made some one else sit in my spot and no one is checking seat number and people are jumping to sit on other people’s allocated seat.

worst was delayed luggage. could see luggage was still in Singapore but they insist I wait till all luggage are unloaded before filing a report. took 2 days to arrive and I had to collect it myself from the airport

i send you separate claim of what happens ,I buy ticketed from you and you said that it is confirmed and shall send the ticket in 24 hrs but you did not send and when we go to Ethiopian air line counter they say it is pending and we dont know why ,and we forced to buy another ticket ,and this all because Ethiopian air lines canceled the return flight from Adi Ababa to Amman, please note that we buy all the tickets through your app and hold you responsible for all loss and discomfort.

Im if Ethiopian can allow customers to use their mileage for in flight connexion it will be great.

United was best airlines I have seen since I got there choose united airlines

For Vegetarian Food was very poor. Though we had opted for Asian Vegetarian Food they didn’t serve but only what was available was served. We were offered Smoked Salmon!

It was very bad experience with Ethiopian airlines . The flight was delayed in both ways . On the way coming back one of the crews dropped hot coffee on my whole body and other crew dropped used dirty glasses on top of me . The same crew that dropped hot coffee on me hit me with the food trolley on my knee while I was sleeping . I couldn’t sit properly due to the pain on my knee caused by those irresponsible crews . Very unprofessional airlines

This one is not bad even it is late, but they apologize and every time they announced the update.

I’m very disappointed for this trip and I will never travel again in this airline. In addition, I don’t recommend to any human being to travel to Kenya Airways. They keep me at Nairobi for 4 days without care. I was at Nairobi from 6 a.m Morning up to 10 a:m Thursday. For that reason, I have trouble for my work and may be I will lose my job. During for those 4 days I didn’t have my medicine, I didn’t have clothes to change because all my clothes were in my checked bags. On Thursday, when I got flight, they don’t even apologize for all consequences I had. During for those 4 days, I learned many things for this airline. It is their system to treat passengers like this because they had hundreds or thousands passengers around Nairobi waiting for their flights after their original flights cancelled. If I lose my job, I planned to file claim to the airline. This is not airline to travel with.

They weight duty free goods at check in and count the weight as carry on luggage. Results : for 4 bottles I had to opay $150. rip off. Be careful to avoid any duty free shopping at Dubai airport

The boarding was fast, the food was great; however, the seats & leg space were tight.

I enjoyed my flight I arrived safe with all my luggage

No complaints just improve on the food service. Provide enough dinner. People are complaining about that.

Was very good, was happy with the way staff were smiling and how they were approachable

A child was loud throughout which made the trip less than optimal. Crew was great and professional. They need to change the automatic seat belt announcement which is too loud and had other unneeded words like "this is XYZ announcement number one'

Love the dreamliner plane. It's such a smooth ride, I don't notice that it's 15 hours in the air. The staff are great and they don't overstuff you with food.

I really like this airline. The staff are lovely and friendly, the planes are tidy and unfussy. I would rate them at the top of the African Airline carriers.

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