Travelling from Frankfurt to Kigali International Airport (KGL): What you need to know
Frankfurt is home to two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Frankfurt to Kigali International Airport (KGL) heading out from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) or Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).
Kigali is one hour ahead of Frankfurt. Kigali International Airport is located in Kigali, which is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from Frankfurt to KGL.
High season means busier airports, so be there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Frankfurt to KGL. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Frankfurt, FRA can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near Frankfurt Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Frankfurt to Kigali International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
67.47% of flights taking off from Frankfurt Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
HHN is around 121 kilometres from central Frankfurt. It takes 1 hour 30 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours 40 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Frankfurt - Hahn Airport the day before your Frankfurt to KGL flight:
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport has an on-time performance rate of 53.13%. This figure provides insight into how often flights that take off from this airport reach their destination on schedule.
About Kigali International Airport (KGL)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Frankfurt to Kigali International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near KGL:
Grab the keys to a Kigali International Airport rental car from leading providers like Europcar or Green Motion. With your own wheels, you can go beyond Kigali and explore places that don't always get the spotlight.
Booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your Frankfurt to Kigali International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to central Kigali
Kigali International Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Kigali. The time it takes to get to the centre in a car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
It takes around 1 hour 55 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Kigali International Airport (KGL)
Currently, R 7,537 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Kigali International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 10,462. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Frankfurt to KGL, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Frankfurt to Kigali International Airport tickets across the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Save on your flight from Frankfurt to Kigali International Airport by using filters. Select your preferred departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Frankfurt to Kigali International Airport (KGL)
August is the busiest month for flights from Frankfurt to Kigali International Airport (KGL). Plan your visit to Kigali in April if you prefer a quieter experience.
Lock in a Frankfurt to KGL plane ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Kigali to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Frankfurt to Kigali International Airport in May if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
More about Kigali
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Kigali right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from Frankfurt to Kigali International Airport:
Silverback and Africa Tours Rwanda Safari are just a couple of the leading attractions to add to your Kigali travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Fine safaris Afrika.
Explore more of Rwanda
Kigali is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Rwanda waiting to be explored. About 121 kilometres west of Kigali, a trip to Nyamasheke will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Nyungwe National Park, Umugano Botanical Garden and IMUHIRA ECO TOURISM RWANDA.
Any journey through Rwanda isn't complete without visiting Cyamura. Bugarama Hotsprings is one of the highlights in this destination, which is roughly 145 kilometres south-west of Kigali.
