Travelling from Stansted Airport (STN) to Kigali International Airport (KGL): what you need to know
The timezone in Kigali is UTC+2, which is two hours ahead of London.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to catch your STN to KGL flight.
Flying during a peak month like August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Stansted Airport (STN) to Kigali International Airport (KGL)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Stansted Airport to Kigali International Airport flight is R 6,816. A return ticket right now is R 11,323. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from STN to KGL, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your flight from Stansted Airport to Kigali International Airport.
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Handy information about Stansted Airport (STN)
Of the departures from Stansted Airport, 64.73% land on schedule at their destination.
Stansted Airport is about 64 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 1 hour 25 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near STN? If you're boarding an early flight from Stansted Airport to Kigali International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Kigali International Airport (KGL)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Stansted Airport to Kigali International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near KGL instead:
Secure yourself a Kigali International Airport rental car from top providers like Europcar or Green Motion. With your own set of wheels, you can go beyond Kigali and explore places that don't always get the spotlight.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Kigali International Airport about one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to central Kigali
Kigali International Airport to the centre of Kigali has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
It'll take around 1 hour 55 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Kigali International Airport (KGL)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Stansted Airport to Kigali International Airport. January is the most popular month to visit Kigali. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Stansted Airport to Kigali International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Kigali, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from STN to KGL in May. Temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
Explore more of Rwanda
Kigali is just scratching the surface of what Rwanda has to offer. Extend your trip to Butare, which is about 80 kilometres away to the south-west. From Ngoma Genocide Memorial to Chapel, there's no shortage of things to do in this popular city.
Any trip through Rwanda wouldn't be as memorable without a stop in Gitarama. Muhanga Design centre and Paroisse Saint André Gitarama are just a couple of highlights in this destination, which is about 40 kilometres south-west of Kigali.