Travelling from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to Kigali International Airport (KGL): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Kigali International Airport is 4 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Kigali is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Lagos.
Each week, there are ten Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Kigali International Airport flights. If you prefer to jet off as early as possible, jump on the 15:00 RwandAir flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 15:00 with RwandAir.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your LOS to KGL flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Travelling to Kigali (and then exploring more of Rwanda!) is a snap with RwandAir. This popular airline has direct flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Kigali International Airport.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is RwandAir.
If you want to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Kigali International Airport. These are the top stopovers between LOS and KGL:
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
O.R. Tambo International Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to Kigali International Airport (KGL)
R 6,868 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Kigali International Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 9,157. These fares may change based on demand.
To secure cheap tickets from LOS to KGL, book your trip five months before your departure.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Kigali International Airport. If you want to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from LOS to KGL.
Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Kigali International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
64.68% of flights that take off from Murtala Muhammed International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
To get to Murtala Muhammed International Airport from central Lagos, it takes around 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Kigali International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to LOS:
Arriving at Kigali International Airport (KGL)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Kigali International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near KGL instead:
Pick up the keys to a Kigali International Airport rental car from top providers like Europcar or Green Motion. With your own wheels, you can venture farther out of Kigali and experience places that fly under the radar.
Reserving your vehicle from Kigali International Airport around one week ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to central Kigali
From Kigali International Airport, Kigali is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 55 minutes.
When to fly to Kigali International Airport (KGL)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Kigali International Airport. January is the busiest month to head to Kigali. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Kigali International Airport for August if you'd like to go to Kigali during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LOS to KGL in May. Temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
Explore more of Rwanda
Kigali is just the beginning of what Rwanda offers. Head onward to Butare, which is around 80 kilometres away to the south-west. From Ngoma Genocide Memorial to Chapel, there's plenty to discover in this fascinating city.
Any journey through Rwanda wouldn't feel complete without exploring Gitarama. Muhanga Design centre and Paroisse Saint André Gitarama are highlights in this well-known destination, which is about 40 kilometres south-west of Kigali.
