Flying from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Kigali International Airport (KGL): what you need to know
The timezone in Kigali is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Munich.
Your MUC to KGL flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Flying during a peak month like April? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Kigali International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between MUC and KGL:
Brussels Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Kigali International Airport (KGL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Kigali International Airport flight is R 7,942. A round-trip fare is currently R 10,505. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from MUC to KGL, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when looking for your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Kigali International Airport.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from MUC to KGL by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Kigali International Airport.
Handy information about Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
71.34% of flights that take off from Franz Josef Strauss Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Central Munich to Franz Josef Strauss Airport is approximately 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 40 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near MUC? If you're boarding an early flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Kigali International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Kigali International Airport (KGL)
Consider staying in a hotel near KGL if you're catching a late Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Kigali International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Travel beyond Kigali and discover new places with your own wheels. You can book a Kigali International Airport rental car from popular outlets like Europcar or Green Motion.
Reserving your vehicle from Kigali International Airport around one week ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
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 taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 55 minutes.
When to fly to Kigali International Airport (KGL)
January is the most popular month for flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Kigali International Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Kigali in April.
The warmest month in Kigali is August, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Kigali International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from MUC to KGL in May if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
Explore more of Rwanda
While Kigali is an excellent introduction to Rwanda, there's a whole lot more to uncover in Butare. Located around 80 kilometres to the south-west, this must-visit city plenty to keep you busy, like Ngoma Genocide Memorial and Chapel.
Where to next? Head for Gitarama. It's roughly 40 kilometres south-west of Kigali and is home to highlights including Muhanga Design centre and Paroisse Saint André Gitarama.
