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Cheapest round-trip
$889
Typical prices: $979-$1,459
Ethiopian Air
Fri 11/23Fri 11/30
JFK - KGL • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$461
Typical prices: $514-$788
Kenya Airways
Sat 11/24
JFK - KGL • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and Kigali. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
16 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 16 weeks in advance save around 23% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 25% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS)
Cheapest • Avg $1,174 (round-trip)
Brussels Bruxelles-National (BRU)
Shortest trip • 20h 49m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Kigali (JFK-KGL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to Kigali

Tue, Nov 10 - Wed, Nov 18
Ethiopian Air Logo
3:55 pm - 9:40 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-KGL Kigali Intl
34h 45m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Addis Ababa Bole
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5:35 pm - 1:35 pmKGL  Kigali Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
27h 00m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Frankfurt am Main
$889Ethiopian Air
Mon, Nov 23 - Mon, Nov 30
Ethiopian Air Logo
3:55 pm - 9:40 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-KGL Kigali Intl
34h 45m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Addis Ababa Bole
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5:35 pm - 1:35 pmKGL  Kigali Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
27h 00m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Frankfurt am Main
$889Ethiopian Air
Tue, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 23
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1:35 pm - 8:00 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-KGL Kigali Intl
35h 25m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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3:40 am - 6:35 amKGL  Kigali Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
33h 55m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
$894Kenya Airways
Tue, Nov 3 - Mon, Nov 9
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1:35 pm - 12:35 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-KGL Kigali Intl
28h 00m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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3:40 am - 6:35 amKGL  Kigali Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
33h 55m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
$894Kenya Airways
Tue, Nov 17 - Mon, Nov 23
Qatar Airways Logo
10:20 am - 1:30 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-KGL Kigali Intl
20h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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5:30 pm - 3:00 pmKGL  Kigali Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
28h 30m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Doha Hamad Intl
$923Qatar Airways
Mon, Feb 8 - Wed, Feb 24
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9:00 pm - 6:55 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-KGL Kigali Intl
26h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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5:30 pm - 8:10 amKGL  Kigali Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
45h 40m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Doha Hamad Intl
$923Qatar Airways
Tue, Nov 10 - Wed, Nov 18
American Airlines Logo
10:20 am - 1:30 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-KGL Kigali Intl
20h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
American Airlines Logo
3:50 pm - 8:00 amKGL  Kigali Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
23h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$950American Airlines
Mon, Feb 8 - Wed, Feb 24
American Airlines Logo
9:00 pm - 1:30 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-KGL Kigali Intl
33h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
American Airlines Logo
3:50 pm - 8:10 amKGL  Kigali Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
23h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$953American Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Thu, Nov 26
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6:25 pm - 7:40 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-KGL Kigali Intl
18h 15m1 stop Brussels Bruxelles-National
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8:50 pm - 1:20 pmKGL  Kigali Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
23h 30m2 stops Entebbe Brussels Bruxelles-National
$1,130Brussels Airlines
Mon, Oct 19 - Sun, Nov 8
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6:10 pm - 6:50 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-KGL Kigali Intl
18h 40m1 stop Brussels Bruxelles-National
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8:25 pm - 1:20 pmKGL  Kigali Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
23h 55m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Brussels Bruxelles-National
$1,151Brussels Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kigali flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kigali?

Round-trip flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kigali typically range from $979 to $1,459. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $889, on Ethiopian Air.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kigali?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kigali. It’s 16% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 10% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kigali?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kigali at $908 round-trip.
•December ($1,533) and June ($1,369) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 68% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kigali the cheapest?

Flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kigali are cheapest 16 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 23% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kigali flights

Low season

April

Cheapest flight

$461
Beat the crowds with an average 69% drop in travelers.
One-way flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kigali

When to book flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Kigali

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from John F Kennedy Intl 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kigali 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kigali?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kigali:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kigali?

    A nonstop flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kigali takes 00m, covering 7,029 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl 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 should I expect to pay for a New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kigali flight?

    Round-trip flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kigali range from $979 to $1,459, with an average of $1,213 over the past 12 months. Anything below $979 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kigali flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 3% above the $1,213 route average. Book 16 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How are flight prices from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kigali looking right now?

    One-way fares from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kigali are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $815, which is 26% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kigali?

    Flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kigali usually depart from New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) and arrive at Kigali Intl (KGL).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kigali pass through?

    One-stop flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kigali most commonly connect through:

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 58% of one-stop connections
    • Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) - 36% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) - 5% of one-stop connections
    • Brussels Bruxelles-National (BRU) - 2% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kigali?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 25% on flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kigali. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $1,020 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $1,345, a difference of $325.

    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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kigali?

    Flying via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 20h 37m, compared with 20h 49m via Brussels Bruxelles-National (BRU) and 21h 21m via Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO).

  • What is the time difference between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and Kigali?

    Kigali is 6 hours ahead of New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (Central Africa Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport 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 Monday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Monday flights average $1,020, about $325 less than Thursday fares (24% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 16 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 23% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kigali trip for February. Fares historically average $908 round-trip in that month - typically $625 less than the most expensive month, which is December (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
    • Five to Five Hotel

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