Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Kigali?

Flights from San Francisco to Kigali usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Kigali Intl (KGL).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Francisco to Kigali?

Three cabin classes are available on flights from San Francisco to Kigali: • Economy Class • Premium Economy Class • Business Class

Which airports do connecting flights from San Francisco to Kigali pass through?

Connecting flights from San Francisco to Kigali most commonly pass through: • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 93% of one-stop connections • Istanbul (IST) - 7% 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 San Francisco to Kigali?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 29% on the San Francisco to Kigali route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,180 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $1,643, a difference of $463. 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 long is a flight from San Francisco to Kigali?

A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Kigali takes 0h 00m, covering 9,412 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco 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.

Have flight prices from San Francisco 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 $1,091 to $5,076. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from San Francisco to Kigali looking right now?

One-way fares from San Francisco to Kigali are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $715.

How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Francisco to Kigali?

Flying via Istanbul (IST) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 25h 32m, compared with 29h 06m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH).

What is the time difference between San Francisco and Kigali?

Kigali is 9 hours ahead of San Francisco (Central Africa Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

How much should I expect to pay for a San Francisco to Kigali flight?

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Kigali range from $1,164 to $1,572, with an average of $1,353 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,164 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from San Francisco to Kigali?

Delta ($1,091) and KLM ($1,096) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Kigali according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the most popular layover airport when flying from San Francisco to Kigali?

Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) is the most popular layover for the San Francisco to Kigali route. 93% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via DOH.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from San Francisco to Kigali?

Flights via Istanbul (IST) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $1,023. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from San Francisco to Kigali which airport offers the shortest layover?

Istanbul (IST) had the shortest average connection time for San Francisco to Kigali layovers at 855 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Cheapest • Avg $1,023 (round-trip)

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Shortest trip • 29h 06m (one-way)

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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Francisco to Kigali

Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Oct 31

1:45 pm - 8:20 pmSFO San Francisco-KGL Kigali Intl

21h 35m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

9:25 pm - 12:45 pmKGL Kigali Intl-SFO San Francisco

24h 20m2 stops Entebbe Amsterdam Schiphol

$1,091Delta

Sat, Oct 10 - Fri, Oct 16

10:35 am - 7:30 pmSFO San Francisco-KGL Kigali Intl

23h 55m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Amsterdam Schiphol

8:35 pm - 9:55 pmKGL Kigali Intl-SFO San Francisco

34h 20m3 stops Entebbe Amsterdam Schiphol Calgary

$1,096KLM

Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Oct 31

9:54 am - 8:20 pmSFO San Francisco-KGL Kigali Intl

25h 26m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Amsterdam Schiphol

9:25 pm - 12:56 amKGL Kigali Intl-SFO San Francisco

36h 31m3 stops Entebbe Amsterdam Schiphol Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,106Delta

Wed, Sep 30 - Sun, Oct 11

11:35 am - 7:30 pmSFO San Francisco-KGL Kigali Intl

46h 55m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Amsterdam Schiphol

8:35 pm - 9:22 pmKGL Kigali Intl-SFO San Francisco

33h 47m3 stops Entebbe Amsterdam Schiphol Los Angeles Los Angeles

$1,115Delta

Tue, Sep 29 - Sun, Oct 11

7:00 am - 7:30 pmSFO San Francisco-KGL Kigali Intl

27h 30m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Amsterdam Schiphol

8:35 pm - 11:45 amKGL Kigali Intl-SFO San Francisco

24h 10m2 stops Entebbe Amsterdam Schiphol

$1,129KLM

Sat, Oct 10 - Fri, Oct 16

1:45 pm - 7:30 pmSFO San Francisco-KGL Kigali Intl

20h 45m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

8:35 pm - 11:45 amKGL Kigali Intl-SFO San Francisco

24h 10m2 stops Entebbe Amsterdam Schiphol

$1,130KLM

Mon, Sep 28 - Wed, Oct 14

4:20 pm - 6:55 amSFO San Francisco-KGL Kigali Intl

29h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

3:50 pm - 1:35 pmKGL Kigali Intl-SFO San Francisco

30h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,139Qatar Airways

Wed, Sep 30 - Sun, Oct 11

11:35 am - 7:30 pmSFO San Francisco-KGL Kigali Intl

46h 55m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Amsterdam Schiphol

8:35 pm - 11:45 amKGL Kigali Intl-SFO San Francisco

24h 10m2 stops Entebbe Amsterdam Schiphol

$1,144Delta

Wed, Sep 30 - Mon, Oct 12

8:15 am - 6:50 pmSFO San Francisco-KGL Kigali Intl

25h 35m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Brussels Bruxelles-National

8:05 pm - 11:17 amKGL Kigali Intl-SFO San Francisco

48h 12m3 stops Entebbe Brussels Bruxelles-National Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

$1,149Multiple Airlines

Sat, Oct 3 - Tue, Oct 13

10:51 pm - 6:50 pmSFO San Francisco-KGL Kigali Intl

34h 59m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Brussels Bruxelles-National

8:05 pm - 11:17 amKGL Kigali Intl-SFO San Francisco

48h 12m3 stops Entebbe Brussels Bruxelles-National Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

$1,162Air Canada

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

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Kigali start at $1,091. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $1,164 to $1,572. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,091 on Delta.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Kigali, it is 13% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 21% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Low season	April
High season	July
Cheapest flight	$701

Best time to beat the crowds with an average 11% drop in price.

Most popular time to fly with an average 21% increase in price.

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Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Kigali?
Flights from San Francisco to Kigali usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Kigali Intl (KGL).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Francisco to Kigali?
Three cabin classes are available on flights from San Francisco to Kigali:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class
Which airports do connecting flights from San Francisco to Kigali pass through?
Connecting flights from San Francisco to Kigali most commonly pass through:

• Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 93% of one-stop connections
• Istanbul (IST) - 7% 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 San Francisco to Kigali?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 29% on the San Francisco to Kigali route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,180 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $1,643, a difference of $463. 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 long is a flight from San Francisco to Kigali?
A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Kigali takes 0h 00m, covering 9,412 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco 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.
Have flight prices from San Francisco 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 $1,091 to $5,076. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from San Francisco to Kigali looking right now?
One-way fares from San Francisco to Kigali are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $715.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Francisco to Kigali?
Flying via Istanbul (IST) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 25h 32m, compared with 29h 06m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH).
What is the time difference between San Francisco and Kigali?
Kigali is 9 hours ahead of San Francisco (Central Africa Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
How much should I expect to pay for a San Francisco to Kigali flight?
Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Kigali range from $1,164 to $1,572, with an average of $1,353 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,164 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $1,180 - about $463 less than Monday (28% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Francisco to Kigali trip for February. Fares historically average $924 round-trip in that month - typically $719 less than the most expensive month, which is July (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

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