Flying from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to Dubai Airport (DXB): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Kigali International Airport to Dubai Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 6 hours.
Dubai is two hours ahead of Kigali and observes the UTC+4 timezone.
Take your pick of 21 weekly Kigali International Airport to Dubai Airport flights. The 00:30 departure with RwandAir is the earliest you can take. RwandAir operates the last service of the day at 00:30.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your KGL to DXB flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Flying during a peak time such as January? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Getting to Dubai (and then exploring more of United Arab Emirates!) is a breeze with RwandAir. This popular airline offers direct flights from Kigali International Airport to Dubai Airport.
RwandAir is the top choice for travellers on this route.
With an impressive 82.61% of services arriving as scheduled, RwandAir is the most punctual carrier operating KGL to DXB flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Kigali International Airport to Dubai Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between KGL and DXB:
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to Dubai Airport (DXB)
R 5,619 is the best price for a one-way Kigali International Airport to Dubai Airport flight. Return flights start from R 8,068. These fares may change based on demand.
Score cheap tickets from KGL to DXB by booking five months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Schedule your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Kigali International Airport to Dubai Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from KGL to DXB by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Kigali International Airport to Dubai Airport.
Handy information about Kigali International Airport (KGL)
Of all flights leaving Kigali International Airport, 71.6% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Kigali to Kigali International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 55 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near KGL? If you're boarding an early flight from Kigali International Airport to Dubai Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Dubai Airport (DXB)
If you're arriving on a late Kigali International Airport to Dubai Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near DXB:
Grab a Dubai Airport rental car and explore Dubai and beyond with your own wheels. AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car and Quicklease Car Hire are well-known companies you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Dubai Airport around three weeks before you set off.
Getting from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai
Dubai Airport is roughly 14 kilometres from central Dubai. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
It typically takes 50 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Dubai Airport (DXB)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Kigali International Airport to Dubai Airport. January is the most popular month to visit Dubai. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Kigali International Airport to Dubai Airport for July if you want to go to Dubai during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 30ºC (86ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for cheap tickets from KGL to DXB around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Sharjah is just one of the many cities in United Arab Emirates waiting to be explored once you've seen Dubai. Around 23 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Al majaz waterfront, Petrofac and Al Montazah Park.
Abu Dhabi is another essential stop in United Arab Emirates and is around 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai. No journey is complete without dropping by Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan.