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You can fly direct with RwandAir. Average duration is 8h 41m
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When to book
3 weeks
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 13% compared to booking last minute.
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February
Cheapest • 20% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Istanbul (IST)
Cheapest • Avg $853 (round-trip)
Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS)
Shortest trip • 11h 59m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from London to Kigali (LHR-KGL)

 
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LHR  London Heathrow Airport-KGL Kigali Intl
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KGL  Kigali Intl-LHR London Heathrow Airport
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Price, demand and travel trends for London Heathrow Airport to Kigali flights

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

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Kigali?

Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Kigali, it is 7% cheaper than the average day. Thursday is the most expensive day with flight prices 3% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Kigali?

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Kigali at $686 round-trip.
  • July ($1,116) and December ($1,063) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 62% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from London Heathrow Airport to Kigali the cheapest?

Flights from London Heathrow Airport to Kigali are cheapest 3 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 13% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for London Heathrow Airport to Kigali flights

Low season

October
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 4% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 15% lower on average.

When to book flights from London to Kigali

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from London 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 London Heathrow Airport 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 London Heathrow Airport to Kigali?

    Only RwandAir operates flights between London Heathrow Airport and Kigali.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from London Heathrow Airport to Kigali?

    Flights from London Heathrow Airport to Kigali usually depart from London Heathrow (LHR) and arrive at Kigali Intl (KGL).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on London Heathrow Airport 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 London Heathrow Airport to Kigali?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Kigali:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $853 round-trip via Istanbul (IST), compared to $929 for nonstop.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Kigali?

    The Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by British Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 777 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from London Heathrow Airport to Kigali pass through?

    One-stop flights from London Heathrow Airport to Kigali most commonly connect through:

    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) - 39% of one-stop connections
    • Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) - 38% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • Brussels Bruxelles-National (BRU) - 9% of one-stop connections

    Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Kigali?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 10% on the London Heathrow Airport to Kigali route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $799 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $885, a difference of $86. 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 are flight departures from London Heathrow Airport to Kigali spread across the day?

    Night is the busiest departure period on London Heathrow Airport to Kigali flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, afternoon flights for 0%, and evening flights for 0%.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from London Heathrow Airport to Kigali?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from London Heathrow Airport to Kigali:

    • Earliest: departs at 8:20 pm and lands at 5:01 am
    • Latest: departs at 9:20 pm and lands at 6:01 am.

    The flight takes about 8h 41m.

  • How expensive are last-minute London Heathrow Airport to Kigali flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 7% above the route average of $853. Book 3 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Kigali?

    A nonstop flight from London Heathrow Airport to Kigali takes 8h 41m, covering 4,101 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from London Heathrow Airport 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 London Heathrow Airport to Kigali?

    Flying via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 11h 59m, compared with 13h 01m via Brussels Bruxelles-National (BRU) and 13h 32m via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD).

  • What is the time difference between London Heathrow Airport and Kigali?

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

  • How much should I expect to pay for a London Heathrow Airport to Kigali flight?

    Round-trip flights from London Heathrow Airport to Kigali range from $721 to $1,081, with an average of $853 over the past 12 months. Anything below $721 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking London Heathrow Airport 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 Monday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Monday flights average $799 - about $86 less than Thursday (10% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 3 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 13% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your London Heathrow Airport to Kigali trip for February. Fares historically average $686 round-trip in that month - typically $430 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 Istanbul Airport (IST) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $853 round-trip on this route - about $76 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 London to Kigali?

 
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Direct departures

London Heathrow 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 London Heathrow

Monday

RwandAir

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Tuesday

RwandAir

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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 London to Kigali

Information on your arrival and departure airports

London (LHR)
Kigali (KGL)