Travelling from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Kigali International Airport (KGL): what you need to know
Around 8 hours 35 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kigali International Airport.
Kigali is one hour ahead of Amsterdam and follows the UTC+2 timezone.
Each week, there are eight Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kigali International Airport flights. To jet off as soon as possible, opt for the 10:05 KLM flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the last flight is at 11:00 with KLM.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your AMS to KGL flight.
Flying during a peak time such as June? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
KLM is your gateway to discovering Kigali (and maybe even some other great parts of Rwanda!). Check out the direct flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kigali International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with KLM on this route.
KLM is the most punctual carrier that offers AMS to KGL flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kigali International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between AMS and KGL:
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Brussels Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Kigali International Airport (KGL)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kigali International Airport flight is R 8,096. A return fare right now is R 11,319. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Score cheap tickets from AMS to KGL by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kigali International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from AMS to KGL.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kigali International Airport.
Handy information about Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
When it comes to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol's on-time performance, 67.93% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is about 23 kilometres from central Amsterdam. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of about 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kigali International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near AMS:
Arriving at Kigali International Airport (KGL)
Reserve a hotel close to KGL if you have a late Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kigali International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab the keys to a Kigali International Airport rental car from popular companies like Europcar or Green Motion. With your own set of wheels, you can venture beyond Kigali and explore places most visitors tend to miss.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Kigali International Airport around one week before your travel date.
Getting from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to central Kigali
Kigali International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from central Kigali. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour 55 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Kigali International Airport (KGL)
January is the busiest month for flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kigali International Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Kigali in April.
Lock in your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kigali International Airport for August if you want to go to Kigali during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from AMS to KGL in May. Average temperatures are between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
Explore more of Rwanda
See the best of Kigali, then make your way to other fascinating corners of Rwanda. Head south-west to Butare, about 80 kilometres away. Ngoma Genocide Memorial and Chapel are ideal first stops here.
Your trip through Rwanda wouldn't be complete without a stop in Gitarama. Muhanga Design centre and Paroisse Saint André Gitarama are just two of the highlights in this well-known destination, which is around 40 kilometres south-west of Kigali.
