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Flight deals from Kigali to Arusha

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Arusha.R 5,988 per passenger.Departing Sun, 5 Oct.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Kigali on Sun, 5 Oct, arriving in Arusha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,988, select.
Arusha.R 6,685 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Dec.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Kigali on Thu, 11 Dec, arriving in Arusha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,685, select.
Arusha.R 6,851 per passenger.Departing Tue, 7 Jul.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Kigali on Tue, 7 Jul, arriving in Arusha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,851, select.
Arusha.R 7,085 per passenger.Departing Sun, 16 Nov.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Kigali on Sun, 16 Nov, arriving in Arusha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,085, select.
Arusha.R 9,218 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Feb.One-way flight with RwandAir.Outbound indirect flight with RwandAir, departs from Kigali on Fri, 27 Feb, arriving in Arusha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,218, select.
Arusha.R 9,320 per passenger.Departing Fri, 17 Apr.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Kigali on Fri, 17 Apr, arriving in Arusha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,320, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Kigali to Arusha

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Kigali to Arusha flights are currently cheapest in October.
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Kigali to Arusha: Alternative routes

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Kigali to Arusha: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 5,988
Cheapest month to flyOctober

Finding cheap flights from Kigali to Arusha: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Kigali to Arusha is R 10,014. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Kigali to Arusha. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 10,014.
As of September 2025, there are no flights flying from Kigali to Arusha.
The cheapest month to fly from Kigali to Arusha is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Kigali Airport to Arusha Airport on Thursday, 16 October 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Kigali Airport and Arusha Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 Arusha 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 Arusha is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Kenya Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Arusha.

Travelling from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to Arusha Airport (ARK): what you need to know

  • Arusha's timezone is UTC+3, making Arusha one hour ahead of Kigali.

  • Give yourself enough time to catch your KGL to ARK flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • You can expect longer queues in popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.

  • Pick a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to look at all your options for tickets from Kigali International Airport to Arusha Airport. Kilimanjaro International Airport is a popular stopover on the KGL to ARK route.

How to find the cheapest flights from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to Arusha Airport (ARK)

  • Right now, R 5,988 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Kigali International Airport to Arusha Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 10,014. Remember that fares could change due to availability when booking.

  • Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from KGL to ARK if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird discounts.

  • If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when looking for your flight from Kigali International Airport to Arusha Airport.

  • Picking up cheap flights from KGL to ARK is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal.

  • Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Kigali International Airport to Arusha Airport.

Handy information about Kigali International Airport (KGL)

  • When it comes to Kigali International Airport's on-time performance, 71.6% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.

  • Kigali International Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Kigali. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • The trip when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 55 minutes.

  • Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near KGL. Whether you've booked an early flight from Kigali International Airport to Arusha Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:

Arriving at Arusha Airport (ARK)

  • If you're coming in on a late Kigali International Airport to Arusha Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these accommodation options near ARK:

  • Secure yourself an Arusha Airport rental car from leading providers like Auto-Union or Europcar. With your own set of wheels, you can go beyond Arusha and visit places that usually fly under the radar.

  • To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Arusha Airport about one week before your trip.

Getting from Arusha Airport (ARK) to central Arusha

  • Arusha Airport to the centre of Arusha has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.

When to fly to Arusha Airport (ARK)

  • It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Kigali International Airport to Arusha Airport. April is the most popular month to visit Arusha. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in February.

  • When reserving your flight from Kigali International Airport to Arusha Airport, think about the type of weather you like. February is the warmest month in Arusha, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from KGL to ARK in July. Average temperatures are between 11ºC (52ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) then.

Explore more of Tanzania

  • Arusha has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Tanzania you'll want to see. Around 434 kilometres west of Arusha, a trip to Mwanza will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Bismarck Rock, Pasha Beach and Igoma Cemetery.

  • If there's time to check out another major destination in Tanzania, consider Zanzibar, roughly 418 kilometres south-east of Arusha. Zanzibar Stone Town Heritage Society (ZSTHS), Old Dispensary and Khalifa Tours and Safaris Zanzibar are key highlights.

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