Travelling from Accra Airport (ACC) to Kigali Airport (KGL): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Accra Airport to Kigali Airport is 6 hours.
Kigali's timezone is UTC+2, making Kigali two hours ahead of Accra.
Flights from ACC to KGL start from 13:30 — the earliest with RwandAir. The latest departure is at 14:25 with RwandAir. In total, you can take your pick of three weekly Accra Airport to Kigali Airport flights.
Your ACC to KGL flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months such as December, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
RwandAir is your gateway to discovering Kigali (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Rwanda!). Browse the direct flights from Accra Airport to Kigali Airport offered by this airline.
RwandAir tops the list for bookings on this route.
RwandAir is the most punctual carrier operating ACC to KGL flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Accra Airport to Kigali Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between ACC and KGL:
Hamad International Airport
Brussels International Airport
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Accra Airport (ACC) to Kigali Airport (KGL)
Right now, R 7,726 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Accra Airport to Kigali Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 10,189. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from ACC to KGL. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Accra Airport to Kigali Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Accra Airport to Kigali Airport.
Handy information about Accra Airport (ACC)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Accra Airport, 64% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Accra to Accra Airport is around 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
You can expect a journey time of about 35 minutes on public transport.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near ACC. Whether you're taking an early flight from Accra Airport to Kigali Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Kigali Airport (KGL)
Consider staying in a hotel near KGL if you have a late Accra Airport to Kigali Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Venture beyond Kigali and discover places that are off the radar with your own set of wheels. You can grab a Kigali Airport rental car from companies like Europcar or Green Motion.
Booking your vehicle from Kigali Airport around one week in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
When to fly to Kigali Airport (KGL)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Accra Airport to Kigali Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Kigali. If you like a quieter vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Accra Airport to Kigali Airport for August if you'd like to explore Kigali during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ACC to KGL in December. Temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) then.
Explore more of Rwanda
While Kigali is an excellent introduction to Rwanda, there's so much more waiting in Butare. Located around 80 kilometres to the south-west, this must-visit city countless things to see and do, including Ngoma Genocide Memorial and Cyarwa 1994 Genocide Against Tutsi Memorial.