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Flight deals from New York to Kigali Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York to Kigali Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,765. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Kigali.$1,634 per passenger.Departing Sat, 26 Sep, returning Sat, 10 Oct.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sat, 26 Sep, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Kigali on Sat, 10 Oct, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,634, select.

Kigali.$1,638 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Nov, returning Mon, 30 Nov.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Mon, 23 Nov, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Kigali on Mon, 30 Nov, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,638, select.

Kigali.$1,708 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Sep, returning Wed, 30 Sep.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 23 Sep, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Kigali on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,708, select.

Kigali.$1,708 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Mar, returning Tue, 16 Mar.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 3 Mar, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Kigali on Tue, 16 Mar, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,708, select.

Kigali.$1,762 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 May, returning Fri, 29 May.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Fri, 1 May, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Kigali on Fri, 29 May, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,762, select.

Kigali.$1,778 per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 Oct, returning Fri, 30 Oct.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Fri, 23 Oct, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Kigali on Fri, 30 Oct, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,778, select.

Kigali.$1,880 per passenger.Departing Wed, 22 Apr, returning Wed, 29 Apr.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 22 Apr, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Kigali on Wed, 29 Apr, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,880, select.

Kigali.$1,986 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 May, returning Sun, 7 Jun.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Fri, 1 May, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Kigali on Sun, 7 Jun, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,986, select.

Kigali.$2,001 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Jun, returning Tue, 30 Jun.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 23 Jun, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Kigali on Tue, 30 Jun, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,001, select.

Kigali.$2,105 per passenger.Departing Fri, 16 Oct, returning Fri, 13 Nov.Return flight with Brussels Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Fri, 16 Oct, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departs from Kigali on Fri, 13 Nov, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,105, select.

Kigali.$2,184 per passenger.Departing Sun, 23 Aug, returning Sun, 30 Aug.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sun, 23 Aug, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Kigali on Sun, 30 Aug, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,184, select.

Kigali.$2,837 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Dec, returning Wed, 30 Dec.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 23 Dec, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Kigali on Wed, 30 Dec, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,837, select.

Kigali.$2,866 per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Jul, returning Thu, 30 Jul.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu, 23 Jul, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Kigali on Thu, 30 Jul, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,866, select.

Kigali.$3,141 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Dec, returning Sun, 3 Jan.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 22 Dec, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Kigali on Sun, 3 Jan, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $3,141, select.

Kigali.$3,269 per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Jul, returning Thu, 6 Aug.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu, 23 Jul, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Kigali on Thu, 6 Aug, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $3,269, select.

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New York to Kigali: Alternative routes

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Finding cheap flights from New York to Kigali: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from New York to Kigali?

The best price we found for a return flight from New York to Kigali is $1,636. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Which airlines fly direct from New York to Kigali?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from New York to Kigali. But we found flights with one stop from $1,636.

How many flights are there a week from New York to Kigali?

As of April 2026, there are no flights flying from New York to Kigali.

When is the cheapest time to fly from New York to Kigali?

The cheapest month to fly from New York to Kigali is usually September.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from New York to Kigali Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from New York to Kigali Airport on Saturday, 26 September 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from New York to Kigali Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between New York and Kigali Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I find the best flight deal to Kigali?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Kigali but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Kigali?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Kigali is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from New York to Kigali with?

The cheapest airline that flies to Kigali is Kenya Airways .

Flying from New York to Kigali International Airport (KGL): What you need to know

Kigali International Airport is located in Kigali. The city is in the UTC+2 timezone and is seven hours ahead of New York.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from New York to KGL.
Hopping on a plane during a peak time like July? Popular periods (like Thanksgiving, Christmas and spring break) can easily add another hour at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

Airports in New York

New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from New York to KGL. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Break up the journey at one of these airports:
- London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
- Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
- Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Located around 24 kilometres from central New York, JFK can be reached in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel near New York John F. Kennedy International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from New York to Kigali International Airport, these accommodation options will put you just around the corner from the terminal:
Of the departures from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport, 73% land on time at their destination.
The address for JFK is JFK Airport.

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from New York to Kigali International Airport. Check out these connections between Newark Liberty International Airport and KGL:
- London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
- Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
- Brussels Airport (BRU)
Using public transport, you can travel from central New York to EWR in about 1 hour. The terminal is roughly 24 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 35 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your New York to KGL flight? Check in to a hotel near Newark Liberty International Airport before your break officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
71% of flights out of Newark Liberty International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.

New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

The journey time to LGA from central New York is around 55 minutes on public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you roughly 30 minutes to cover the 13 kilometres or so.
Skip the morning rush on departure day — stay close to New York LaGuardia Airport and know you'll be at your gate with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you have an early New York to Kigali International Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights land without delays. At LGA, that figure is 69%.
The street address of New York LaGuardia Airport is Hangar 7 Centre.

About Kigali International Airport (KGL)

Consider booking a hotel near KGL if you're catching a late flight from New York to Kigali International Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Booking your ride around one week ahead of your New York to Kigali International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.

Getting from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to central Kigali

Kigali International Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Kigali. How long it'll take to get there by taxi or car hire depends on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 45 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Kigali International Airport (KGL)

The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Kigali International Airport is $851. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,634. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from New York to KGL. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest New York to Kigali International Airport tickets across every month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
Save time looking for cheap plane tickets from New York to KGL by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Bag the best deal on a flight from New York to Kigali International Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'

The best time to fly from New York to Kigali International Airport (KGL)

January is the quietest month for flights from New York to Kigali International Airport (KGL), while August is the most popular. Find the best time to go to Kigali based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your New York to KGL plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Kigali, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 30ºC.
December has temperatures of between 14ºC and 27ºC. Search for cheap tickets from New York to Kigali International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

More about Kigali

Start your Kigali trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from New York to Kigali International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
Your trip to Kigali should come with a side of sightseeing. Attractions worth exploring include Camp Kigali Memorial, Kigali Cultural Village and Mt. Kigali.