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Flight deals from Paris Charles de Gaulle to Kigali

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Kigali Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 11,703. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Paris Charles de Gaulle to Kigali

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Paris Charles de Gaulle to Kigali flights are currently cheapest in August.

Direct flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle to Kigali

Paris Charles de Gaulle to Kigali: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Paris Charles de Gaulle to Kigali below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Kigali.

Paris to Kigali: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 5,974
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time8 hrs, 30 mins
Most popular airlineRwandAir
Average flights per week8

Finding cheap flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle to Kigali: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle to Kigali is R 8,340. 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 30 minutes is the average flight time from Paris Charles de Gaulle to Kigali.
RwandAir flies direct from Paris Charles de Gaulle to Kigali.
As of July 2026, there are 8 flights per week flying from Paris Charles de Gaulle to Kigali.
The cheapest month to fly from Paris Charles de Gaulle to Kigali is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Kigali Airport on Wednesday, 19 August 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 8 hours and 30 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, SWISS and RwandAir offer the cheapest flight tickets to Kigali.

Travelling from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Kigali Airport (KGL): what you need to know

  • Hop on a direct flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Kigali Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 8 hours 5 minutes.

  • The timezone in Kigali is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Paris.

  • Each week, there are three Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Kigali Airport flights. If you'd like to jet off early, go for the 20:30 RwandAir flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 21:30 with RwandAir.

  • Your CDG to KGL flight won't wait if you're running 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.

  • Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.

  • RwandAir offers direct flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Kigali Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Kigali — and maybe even more of Rwanda if your schedule allows.

  • Most travellers choose to travel with RwandAir on this route.

  • RwandAir is the most punctual carrier that operates CDG to KGL flights.

  • If you want to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Kigali Airport. Here are the top stopovers between CDG and KGL:

    • Amsterdam Schiphol Airport

    • Brussels International Airport

    • Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Kigali Airport (KGL)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Kigali Airport flight is R 5,974. A return plane ticket right now is R 8,340. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.

  • It's usually best to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from CDG to KGL. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Kigali Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.

  • You won't have to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from CDG to KGL.

  • Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Kigali Airport.

Handy information about Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

  • CDG is located at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.

  • Of the flights that depart from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, 65% arrive on time at their destination.

  • Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport is around 26 kilometres from central Paris. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Kigali Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to CDG:

Arriving at Kigali Airport (KGL)

  • If you're landing on a late Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Kigali Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these options near KGL:

  • Travel farther out of Kigali and discover places that are off the radar with your own wheels. You can grab a Kigali Airport rental car from leading providers like Europcar or Green Motion.

  • Reserving your ride from Kigali Airport about one week in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.

When to fly to Kigali Airport (KGL)

  • August is the most popular month for flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Kigali Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Kigali in March.

  • Before locking in your flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Kigali Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Kigali, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from CDG to KGL in December if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) on average.

Explore more of Rwanda

  • Get acquainted with Kigali, then make your way to other captivating corners of Rwanda. Head south-west to Butare, about 80 kilometres away. Ngoma Genocide Memorial and Cyarwa 1994 Genocide Against Tutsi Memorial make excellent starting points for your visit.

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