Cheap Flights from Kigali to London

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Kigali to London Heathrow? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Kigali to London Heathrow

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Kigali to London Heathrow flights are currently cheapest in May.

Direct flights from Kigali to London Heathrow

Kigali to London Heathrow: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Kigali to London below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than London Heathrow.

Kigali to London: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$734
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time9 hrs, 26 mins
Most popular airlineRwandAir
Average flights per week10

Finding cheap flights from Kigali to London Heathrow: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Kigali to London Heathrow is $734. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
9 hours and 26 minutes is the average flight time from Kigali to London Heathrow.
RwandAir flies direct from Kigali to London Heathrow.
As of March 2025, there are 10 flights per week flying from Kigali to London Heathrow.
The cheapest month to fly from Kigali to London Heathrow is usually March 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Kigali Airport to London Heathrow Airport on Tuesday, 13 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 9 hours and 26 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to London Heathrow but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to London is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Lufthansa offers the cheapest flight tickets to London Heathrow.

Flying from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Kigali International Airport to London Heathrow Airport is 8 hours 47 minutes. London's timezone is UTC+0, which makes London 2 hours behind Kigali.

  • Take your pick of 10 weekly flights from Kigali International Airport to London Heathrow Airport. The 00:45 departure with RwandAir is the earliest flight you can take from KGL to LHR. RwandAir operates the latest service of the day at 23:35 if you'd rather not get up at the crack of dawn.

  • Flying during a popular month like August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • RwandAir is your ticket to exploring London (and maybe even some other exciting parts of United Kingdom!). Look through the direct flights from Kigali International Airport to London Heathrow Airport offered by this airline.

  • If you'd like to have a stopover for your flight from Kigali International Airport to London Heathrow Airport, just deselect 'Direct flights only' and look at all your options. Here are the most popular stopovers between KGL and LHR:

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport

    • Dubai Airport

    • Jomo Kenyatta International Airport

  • To see whether you need a visa to enter United Kingdom, check with your airline and the local embassy or consulate. They'll have the most current information, including additional documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from KGL to LHR.

How to find the cheapest flights from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kigali International Airport to London Heathrow Airport is $521. The cheapest price for a return flight is $734. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.

  • Book 9 months before you want to travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap flight tickets from KGL to LHR.

  • May is the cheapest month for tickets from Kigali International Airport to London Heathrow Airport. If you prefer to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.

  • Log into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you right away if there's a better deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you the hassle of checking for cheap flight tickets from KGL to LHR every day.

  • Use filters to tailor your flights from Kigali International Airport to London Heathrow Airport. Enter your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.

Handy information about Kigali International Airport (KGL)

  • Kigali International Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Kigali. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 21 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 1 hour and 55 minutes.

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Arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London

  • London Heathrow Airport is approximately 31 kilometres from the centre of London. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 57 minutes.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour and 1 minute.

When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Kigali International Airport to London Heathrow Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit London in February.

  • When reserving your flight from Kigali International Airport to London Heathrow Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC to 26ºC.

  • Look for cheap flight tickets from KGL to LHR in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 9ºC on average.

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