Travelling from Houston to Kigali International Airport (KGL): What you need to know
Houston is home to a couple of airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for booking a flight from Houston to Kigali International Airport (KGL) heading out from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU).
Kigali is seven hours ahead of Houston. Kigali International Airport is located in Kigali, which operates on the UTC+2 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Houston to KGL.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow a little extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
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Located around 27 kilometres from the centre of Houston, IAH can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel near George Bush Intercontinental Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Houston to Kigali International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Of all flights leaving George Bush Intercontinental Airport, 78.42% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
HOU is about 19 kilometres from central Houston. It'll take 20 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 40 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Houston to KGL flight, stay in one of these hotels close to William P. Hobby Airport:
The majority of flights that leave William P. Hobby Airport touch down at their destination right on cue. It achieves a consistent on-time performance rate of 81.06%.
You'll find HOU at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
About Kigali International Airport (KGL)
Consider booking a hotel near KGL if you're catching a late flight from Houston to Kigali International Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and get some sleep sooner:
Pick up a Kigali International Airport rental car from outlets like Europcar or Green Motion. With your own set of wheels, you can travel beyond Kigali and explore places most visitors tend to miss.
Booking your vehicle around one week in advance of your Houston to Kigali International Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to central Kigali
Kigali International Airport to the centre of Kigali is roughly 8 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, do some research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times will vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
It typically takes 1 hour 55 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Kigali International Airport (KGL)
At the moment, R 8,462 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Houston to Kigali International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 15,895. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Houston to KGL, book early. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.
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The best time to fly from Houston to Kigali International Airport (KGL)
April is the quietest month for flights from Houston to Kigali International Airport (KGL), while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Kigali based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Houston to KGL plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Kigali to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Houston to Kigali International Airport in May when temperatures are between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
More about Kigali
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Kigali right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Houston to Kigali International Airport:
There are plenty of exciting things to do in Kigali when you're in the mood to sightsee. Make your way to Silverback followed by Africa Tours Rwanda Safari and Fine safaris Afrika.
Explore more of Rwanda
Nyamasheke is just one of the many places in Rwanda waiting to be explored after you've experienced Kigali. Around 121 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Nyungwe National Park, Umugano Botanical Garden and IMUHIRA ECO TOURISM RWANDA.
Have time for another stop? Set out for Cyamura. It's located about 145 kilometres south-west of Kigali and is known for highlights like Bugarama Hotsprings.
