Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Kigali International Airport (KGL): what you need to know
Travelling during a peak time like June? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues at checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all the options for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Kigali International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between EDI and KGL include:
Hamad International Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
London Heathrow Airport
Remember, you may need a visa to enter Rwanda. Visa regulations can vary and travel documentation requirements often change. Before locking in your cheap ticket from EDI to KGL, be sure to check with your carrier and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Kigali International Airport (KGL)
Rs146,168 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Kigali International Airport. Return flights start from Rs215,118. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from EDI to KGL if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Edinburgh Airport to Kigali International Airport across the month. It's the best way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Create a Price Alert for cheap flights from EDI to KGL. There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped. We'll notify you when there's a change in price.
Use filters to tailor your flights from Edinburgh Airport to Kigali International Airport. Simply enter your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Located around 14 kilometres from central Edinburgh, Edinburgh Airport can be reached in about 31 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 40 minutes.
Have an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Kigali International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near EDI:
Arriving at Kigali International Airport (KGL)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Edinburgh Airport to Kigali International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near KGL instead:
Getting from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to central Kigali
Kigali International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from the centre of Kigali. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 21 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour and 55 minutes.
When to fly to Kigali International Airport (KGL)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Kigali International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Kigali. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Kigali International Airport for August if you'd like to visit Kigali during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC and 30ºC.
May has average temperatures of between 14ºC and 25ºC. Search for cheap flights from EDI to KGL sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Kigali
If you're looking for somewhere to rest your head, you can find the most popular stays in Kigali right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from EDI to KGL:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Inema Art Centre, Kimironko Market and Campaign Against Genocide Museum are leading attractions which should feature on any good Kigali itinerary.
Complete your Kigali trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked your cheap ticket to Kigali International Airport — next up is finding a great stay, and maybe even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Kigali.
