Flights to Kigali
KGL · Kigali International Airport
Kigali International is 10km east of Rwanda's capital and is RwandAir's main hub, with a reputation for being one of the cleanest and most efficient airports in Africa. RwandAir runs daily direct flights from Johannesburg and Cape Town, and JNB–KGL has grown rapidly as Kigali positions itself as an alternative African business hub. For international visitors it is the main entry for gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park and the Nyungwe Forest.
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Quick facts
| Country | Rwanda |
| Airport | Kigali International Airport |
| Best time to fly | Shoulder months like February, March, May and September are often easier on fares than holiday peaks. |
| Fly from | Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, Port Elizabeth |
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