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Kigali.$856 per passenger.Departing Sun, 5 Oct, returning Tue, 28 Oct.Return flight with Brussels Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Sun, 5 Oct, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departs from Kigali on Tue, 28 Oct, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $856, select.
Kigali.$859 per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 Nov, returning Wed, 26 Nov.Return flight with Brussels Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Wed, 12 Nov, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departs from Kigali on Wed, 26 Nov, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $859, select.
Kigali.$859 per passenger.Departing Mon, 29 Sep, returning Tue, 14 Oct.Return flight with Brussels Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Mon, 29 Sep, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departs from Kigali on Tue, 14 Oct, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $859, select.
Kigali.$859 per passenger.Departing Wed, 22 Oct, returning Tue, 25 Nov.Return flight with Brussels Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Wed, 22 Oct, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departs from Kigali on Tue, 25 Nov, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $859, select.
Kigali.$859 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 Jan, returning Mon, 2 Feb.Return flight with Brussels Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Thu, 22 Jan, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departs from Kigali on Mon, 2 Feb, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $859, select.
Kigali.$859 per passenger.Departing Mon, 20 Oct, returning Tue, 23 Dec.Return flight with Brussels Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Mon, 20 Oct, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departs from Kigali on Tue, 23 Dec, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $859, select.
Kigali.$859 per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Mar, returning Sat, 28 Mar.Return flight with Brussels Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Wed, 18 Mar, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departs from Kigali on Sat, 28 Mar, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $859, select.
Kigali.$860 per passenger.Departing Sun, 4 Jan, returning Sun, 25 Jan.Return flight with Brussels Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Sun, 4 Jan, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departs from Kigali on Sun, 25 Jan, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $860, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow to Kigali

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London Heathrow to Kigali flights are currently cheapest in October.
Jul
from $1,184
Aug
from $1,133
Sep
from $860
Oct
from $856
Nov
from $859
Dec
from $860
Jan
from $860
Feb
from $954
Mar
from $859
Apr
from $1,010
May
from $1,072
Jun
from $1,068

Direct flights from London Heathrow to Kigali

London Heathrow to Kigali: Alternative routes

Compare routes from London Heathrow to Kigali below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Kigali.

London to Kigali: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$856
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time8 hrs, 37 mins
Most popular airlineRwandAir
Average flights per week8

Finding cheap flights from London Heathrow to Kigali: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from London Heathrow to Kigali is $856. 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.
8 hours and 37 minutes is the average flight time from London Heathrow to Kigali.
RwandAir flies direct from London Heathrow to Kigali.
As of July 2025, there are 8 flights per week flying from London Heathrow to Kigali.
The cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow to Kigali is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Kigali Airport on Sunday, 5 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 8 hours and 37 minutes.
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.
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.
Currently, Brussels Airlines and RwandAir offer the cheapest flight tickets to Kigali.

Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Kigali International Airport (KGL): what you need to know

  • Jump on a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Kigali International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 8 hours 35 minutes.

  • The timezone in Kigali is UTC+2, which is two hours ahead of London.

  • You can choose from ten weekly London Heathrow Airport to Kigali International Airport flights. The 20:20 departure with RwandAir is the earliest flight available. RwandAir operates the latest service of the day at 21:20.

  • To ensure you catch your LHR to KGL flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.

  • RwandAir is your ticket to exploring Kigali (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Rwanda!). Check out the direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Kigali International Airport offered by this popular carrier.

  • The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is RwandAir.

  • We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Kigali International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some great stopovers between LHR and KGL include:

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

    • Brussels Airport

    • Jomo Kenyatta International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Kigali International Airport (KGL)

  • $676 is currently the lowest price for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Kigali International Airport flight. A return flight starts from $856. These fares may change based on demand.

  • Book six months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from LHR to KGL.

  • The cheapest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Kigali International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from LHR to KGL by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from London Heathrow Airport to Kigali International Airport.

Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • When it comes to London Heathrow Airport's on-time performance, data shows 68.18% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.

  • Central London to London Heathrow Airport is around 31 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 55 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.

  • The journey when using public transport typically takes 1 hour.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel close to LHR? If you've booked an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Kigali International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:

Arriving at Kigali International Airport (KGL)

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a London Heathrow Airport to Kigali International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near KGL instead:

  • Pick up a Kigali International Airport rental car and take your itinerary to places outside the usual attractions. Europcar and Green Motion can hook you up with a set of wheels for your adventures through Kigali and beyond.

  • Booking your ride from Kigali International Airport about one week in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.

Getting from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to central Kigali

  • Kigali International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from central Kigali. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.

  • Getting there by public transport takes about 1 hour 55 minutes.

When to fly to Kigali International Airport (KGL)

  • January is the most popular month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Kigali International Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Kigali in April.

  • Book your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Kigali International Airport for August if you want to visit Kigali during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).

  • May has average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LHR to KGL around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Rwanda

  • While Kigali is an excellent introduction to Rwanda, there's a whole lot more to uncover in Butare. Located around 80 kilometres to the south-west, this must-visit city no shortage of things to keep you busy, like Ngoma Genocide Memorial and Chapel.

  • Any journey through Rwanda wouldn't be as memorable without a stop in Gitarama. Muhanga Design centre and Paroisse Saint André Gitarama are just a couple of highlights in this well-known destination, which is around 40 kilometres south-west of Kigali.

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