Travelling from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to Geneve Airport (GVA): what you need to know
Geneva is one hour behind Kigali and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Leave enough time to make your KGL to GVA flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like January? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Kigali International Airport to Geneve Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between KGL and GVA include:
London Heathrow Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to Geneve Airport (GVA)
At the moment, $681 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Kigali International Airport to Geneve Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $1,072. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from KGL to GVA, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from Kigali International Airport to Geneve Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across each month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Kigali International Airport (KGL)
71.6% of flights that depart Kigali International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Central Kigali to Kigali International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 1 hour 55 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to KGL? If you're boarding an early flight from Kigali International Airport to Geneve Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Geneve Airport (GVA)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Kigali International Airport to Geneve Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near GVA instead:
Explore without limits with a Geneve Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Enterprise and chase adventure across Geneva and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Geneve Airport about two weeks in advance.
Getting from Geneve Airport (GVA) to central Geneva
From Geneve Airport, Geneva is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Geneve Airport (GVA)
The quietest month for a flight from Kigali International Airport to Geneve Airport is November, while March is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Geneva based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Kigali International Airport to Geneve Airport for July if you'd like to visit Geneva during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 10ºC and 29ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from KGL to GVA in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -5ºC and 7ºC on average.
Explore more of Switzerland
You've seen Geneva, now it's time to explore more of Switzerland. Journey around 225 kilometres north-east to Zurich to check off its leading attractions. From Bahnhofstrasse to Swiss National Museum and Grossmunster, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Switzerland, consider Basel, about 193 kilometres north-east of Geneva. Basel Minster, Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises are key highlights.