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You can fly direct with RwandAir. Average duration is 5h 20m
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When to book
25 weeks
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 25 weeks in advance save around 29% compared to booking last minute.
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February
Cheapest • 7% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Addis Ababa Bole (ADD)
Cheapest • Avg $516 (round-trip)
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO)
Shortest trip • 14h 13m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Lagos to Kigali (LOS-KGL)

 
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Price, demand and travel trends for Lagos to Kigali flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Lagos to Kigali with more confidence.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Lagos to Kigali, it is 4% cheaper than the average day. Thursday is the most expensive day with flight prices 1% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Lagos to Kigali?

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from Lagos to Kigali at $563 round-trip.
  • December ($650) and June ($638) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 15% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Lagos to Kigali the cheapest?

Flights from Lagos to Kigali are cheapest 25 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 29% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Lagos to Kigali flights

Low season

February
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 7% drop in price.

When to book flights from Lagos to Kigali

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Lagos 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 Lagos to Kigali flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • What airlines are available from Lagos to Kigali?

    Only RwandAir operates flights between Lagos and Kigali.

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

    Flights from Lagos to Kigali usually depart from Lagos Murtala Muhammed (LOS) and arrive at Kigali Intl (KGL).

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

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

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

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

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $516 round-trip via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD), compared to $613 for nonstop.

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

    The Airbus A330-200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by RwandAir and Qatar Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner variants.

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

    Connecting flights from Lagos to Kigali most commonly pass through:

    • Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) - 52% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) - 48% of one-stop connections
    Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

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

    On the Lagos to Kigali route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 5%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $586 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $614: a $28 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How are flight departures from Lagos to Kigali spread across the day?

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Lagos to Kigali flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 2:45 pm and lands at 8:05 pm
    • Latest: departs at 2:45 pm and lands at 8:05 pm.

    The flight takes about 5h 20m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Lagos to Kigali flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 8% above the route average of $605. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Lagos to Kigali?

    A nonstop flight from Lagos to Kigali takes 5h 20m, covering 1,940 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Lagos 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 time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Lagos to Kigali?

    Flying via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 10h 28m, compared with 14h 13m via Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO).

  • What is the time difference between Lagos and Kigali?

    Kigali is 1 hour ahead of Lagos (Central Africa Time vs West Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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

    Round-trip flights from Lagos to Kigali range from $557 to $644, with an average of $605 over the past 12 months. Anything below $557 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Lagos to Kigali flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Saturday flights average $586 - about $28 less than Thursday (5% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 25 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 29% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Lagos to Kigali trip for February. Fares historically average $563 round-trip in that month - typically $87 less than the most expensive month, which is December (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 $516 round-trip on this route - about $96 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
    - Hotel Greenwich

Prefer to fly direct from Lagos to Kigali?

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

Direct departures

Lagos Murtala Muhammed to Kigali Intl

Monday

RwandAir

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Tuesday

RwandAir

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Wednesday

RwandAir

RwandAir

Thursday

RwandAir

RwandAir

Friday

RwandAir

RwandAir

Saturday

RwandAir

RwandAir

Sunday

RwandAir

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Direct returns

Kigali Intl to Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Monday

RwandAir

RwandAir

Tuesday

RwandAir

RwandAir

Wednesday

RwandAir

RwandAir

Thursday

RwandAir

RwandAir

Friday

RwandAir

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Saturday

RwandAir

RwandAir

Sunday

RwandAir

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Everything you need to know for your flight from Lagos to Kigali

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Lagos (LOS)
Kigali (KGL)