Travelling from Toronto to Kigali International Airport (KGL): what you need to know
When looking for a flight from Toronto to Kigali International Airport (KGL), there's a nice selection of airports you can start your trip from. Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) are some of Toronto's main terminals.
The timezone in Kigali is UTC+2, which is 6 hours ahead of Toronto. Kigali International Airport is located in Kigali.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Toronto to KGL. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like August. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and as much as four hours for an international flight. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Located around 27 kilometres from central Toronto, YYZ can be reached in about 26 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport will take roughly 49 minutes.
Have an early flight from Toronto to Kigali International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near Pearson International Airport:
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
Consider adding a stop at Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). It's a major stopover on a flight from Toronto to Kigali International Airport (KGL) leaving Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport. Use a longer layover to explore the city, or take advantage of a quick break to grab a bite to eat at the airport.
YTZ is around 3 kilometres from central Toronto. It'll take 35 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 39 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Toronto to KGL, take it easy in one of these hotels near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport:
About Kigali International Airport (KGL)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Toronto to Kigali International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near KGL:
Getting from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to central Kigali
Kigali International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from central Kigali. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 21 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour and 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Kigali International Airport (KGL)
Rs146,409 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Toronto to Kigali International Airport. Return flights start from Rs271,922. Prices may vary depending on availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from Toronto to KGL if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Toronto to Kigali International Airport across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to Kigali International Airport (KGL)
August is the most popular month for flights from Toronto to Kigali International Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Kigali in April when it's quieter.
Think about the type of weather that'll suit your plans for Kigali. The warmest month is August. Book your flights from Toronto to KGL sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 15ºC and 30ºC.
Visit in May if you want to explore when it's cooler. Average temperatures range between 14ºC and 25ºC. However, this destination delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Toronto to Kigali International Airport.
More about Kigali
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Kigali right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Toronto to Kigali International Airport:
Inema Art Centre and Kimironko Market are just two of the big attractions to put on your Kigali to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Campaign Against Genocide Museum.
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