Flying from Melbourne to Kigali International Airport (KGL): What you need to know
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is Melbourne's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Melbourne to Kigali International Airport (KGL) departing from here.
Kigali is nine hours behind Melbourne. Kigali International Airport is located in Kigali, which operates on the UTC+2 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from Melbourne to KGL.
Heading away during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Whether you're hoping to explore a new city on the way or just have a break, we make it a breeze to find a flight with a stopover. To check out your options leaving from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Hamad International Airport (DOH) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Melbourne to KGL.
Located around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 40 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Melbourne to Kigali International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:
When it comes to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport's on-time performance, 67.71% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
AVV is about 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. It takes 50 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 2 hours 5 minutes.
Getting everyone to the airport on time before your Melbourne to KGL flight is so much easier when you stay close to Avalon Airport. If you have an early departure, Corio Bay Motel will have you a quick ride from check-in.
The majority of flights that depart Avalon Airport land at their destination within the expected time frame. It maintains a strong on-time performance rate of 80.09%.
About Kigali International Airport (KGL)
If you have a late flight from Melbourne to Kigali International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near KGL:
Explore beyond Kigali and head to places that aren't on the typical itinerary with your own wheels. You can grab a Kigali International Airport rental car from popular providers like Europcar or Green Motion.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle around one week ahead of your Melbourne to Kigali International Airport flight.
Getting from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to central Kigali
Central Kigali is about 8 kilometres from Kigali International Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary based on traffic conditions and time of day, so do a little research ahead of time.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Kigali International Airport (KGL)
R 13,398 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Kigali International Airport. Return flights start at R 25,115. These fares may change based on demand.
To find cheap flights from Melbourne to KGL, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Melbourne to Kigali International Airport tickets across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a better deal is available on plane tickets from Melbourne to KGL.
Save on your flight from Melbourne to Kigali International Airport by using the search filters. Select your preferred duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Kigali International Airport (KGL)
August is the busiest month for flights from Melbourne to Kigali International Airport (KGL). Plan your visit to Kigali in April if you prefer a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Kigali is August, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Melbourne to KGL plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from Melbourne 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
Start your Kigali trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Melbourne to Kigali International Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Silverback, Africa Tours Rwanda Safari and Fine safaris Afrika are must-do's during your Kigali adventure.
Explore more of Rwanda
Nyamasheke is just one of the many cities in Rwanda waiting to be explored after you've seen Kigali. Around 121 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include Nyungwe National Park, Umugano Botanical Garden and IMUHIRA ECO TOURISM RWANDA.
Time for another stop? Set off for Cyamura. It's around 145 kilometres south-west of Kigali and is known for highlights like Bugarama Hotsprings.
