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Cheapest round-trip
$423
Typical prices: $558-$639
Ethiopian Air
Fri 11/2Fri 11/9
LOS - KGL • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$584
Typical prices: $580-$644
RwandAir
Fri 11/2Fri 11/9
LOS - KGL • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
Every day
You can fly direct with RwandAir. Average duration is 5h 20m
Direct flights
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When to book
25 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 25 weeks in advance save around 28% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 6% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Addis Ababa Bole (ADD)
Cheapest • Avg $493 (round-trip)
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO)
Shortest trip • 14h 21m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Lagos to Kigali (LOS-KGL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Lagos to Kigali

Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 9
Ethiopian Air Logo
9:40 pm - 9:40 amLOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-KGL Kigali Intl
11h 00m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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10:30 am - 7:45 pmKGL  Kigali Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
10h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$423Ethiopian Air
Mon, Jan 11 - Tue, Jan 19
Kenya Airways Logo
12:30 pm - 12:35 amLOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-KGL Kigali Intl
11h 05m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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3:40 am - 11:30 amKGL  Kigali Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
8h 50m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
$468Kenya Airways
Wed, Jan 20 - Fri, Jan 29
Kenya Airways Logo
12:30 pm - 8:00 amLOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-KGL Kigali Intl
18h 30m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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3:40 am - 11:30 amKGL  Kigali Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
8h 50m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
$468Kenya Airways
Sun, Nov 29 - Sun, Dec 6
Kenya Airways Logo
12:30 pm - 6:40 pmLOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-KGL Kigali Intl
29h 10m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Kenya Airways Logo
3:40 am - 11:30 amKGL  Kigali Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
8h 50m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
$468Kenya Airways
Wed, Nov 25 - Sun, Nov 29
Ethiopian Air Logo
9:40 pm - 9:40 amLOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-KGL Kigali Intl
11h 00m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:30 am - 7:45 pmKGL  Kigali Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
10h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$477Ethiopian Air
Thu, Nov 5 - Sat, Nov 7
Ethiopian Air Logo
9:40 pm - 9:40 amLOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-KGL Kigali Intl
11h 00m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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5:35 pm - 3:10 amKGL  Kigali Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
10h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$482Ethiopian Air
Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 9
RwandAir Logo
2:45 pm - 9:05 pmLOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-KGL Kigali Intl
5h 20mnonstop
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8:55 am - 1:15 pmKGL  Kigali Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
5h 20mnonstop
$584RwandAir
Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 23
RwandAir Logo
2:45 pm - 9:05 pmLOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-KGL Kigali Intl
5h 20mnonstop
RwandAir Logo
8:55 am - 1:15 pmKGL  Kigali Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
5h 20mnonstop
$584RwandAir
Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 9
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:45 pm - 9:05 pmLOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-KGL Kigali Intl
5h 20mnonstop
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10:30 am - 7:45 pmKGL  Kigali Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
10h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$632Multiple Airlines
Fri, Dec 25 - Sun, Jan 17
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:45 pm - 9:05 pmLOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-KGL Kigali Intl
5h 20mnonstop
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:30 am - 7:45 pmKGL  Kigali Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
10h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$638Multiple Airlines
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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 with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Lagos to Kigali typically range from $558 to $639. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $423, on Ethiopian Air.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Lagos to Kigali. It’s 3% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 2% higher.

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

•February and November are the cheapest months to fly from Lagos to Kigali at $563 round-trip.
•December ($642) and June ($638) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 14% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Lagos to Kigali the cheapest?

Flights from Lagos to Kigali are cheapest 25 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 28% 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

Cheapest flight

$381
Beat the crowds with an average 33% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 31% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Lagos to Kigali

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

  • 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.

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

    Round-trip flights from Lagos to Kigali range from $558 to $639, with an average of $600 over the past 12 months. Anything below $558 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 8% above the $600 route average. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • 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 $493 round-trip via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD), compared to $611 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 777 variants.

  • 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%.

  • Have flight prices from Lagos 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 $423 to $3,523. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Lagos to Kigali are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $417, which is 8% above the typical average for this route.

  • 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 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) - 57% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) - 43% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 5% on flights from Lagos to Kigali. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $587 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $613, a difference of $26.

    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 Lagos to Kigali?

    Only RwandAir operates flights between Lagos and Kigali.

  • 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 22m, compared with 14h 21m 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.

  • 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 always check the fare details before booking.

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 are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $587, about $26 less than Friday fares (4% 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 28% 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 $79 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 $493 round-trip on this route - about $118 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 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

RwandAir

Tuesday

RwandAir

RwandAir

Wednesday

RwandAir

RwandAir

Thursday

RwandAir

RwandAir

Friday

RwandAir

RwandAir

Saturday

RwandAir

RwandAir

Sunday

RwandAir

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

RwandAir

Saturday

RwandAir

RwandAir

Sunday

RwandAir

RwandAir

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