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Flight deals from London City Airport to Kigali Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London City Airport to Kigali Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,160. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Kigali.$661 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Feb.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from London City on Tue, 3 Feb, arriving in Kigali.Price includes taxes and charges.From $661, select.
Kigali.$775 per passenger.Departing Fri, 3 Apr.One-way flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from London City on Fri, 3 Apr, arriving in Kigali.Price includes taxes and charges.From $775, select.
Kigali.$853 per passenger.Departing Tue, 31 Mar.One-way flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from London City on Tue, 31 Mar, arriving in Kigali.Price includes taxes and charges.From $853, select.
Kigali.$875 per passenger.Departing Tue, 5 May.One-way flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from London City on Tue, 5 May, arriving in Kigali.Price includes taxes and charges.From $875, select.
Kigali.$875 per passenger.Departing Fri, 15 Jan.One-way flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from London City on Fri, 15 Jan, arriving in Kigali.Price includes taxes and charges.From $875, select.
Kigali.$876 per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 Aug.One-way flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from London City on Thu, 27 Aug, arriving in Kigali.Price includes taxes and charges.From $876, select.
Kigali.$876 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Sep.One-way flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from London City on Thu, 3 Sep, arriving in Kigali.Price includes taxes and charges.From $876, select.
Kigali.$876 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Nov.One-way flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from London City on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Kigali.Price includes taxes and charges.From $876, select.
Kigali.$877 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Oct.One-way flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from London City on Tue, 6 Oct, arriving in Kigali.Price includes taxes and charges.From $877, select.
Kigali.$1,086 per passenger.Departing Sun, 7 Jun.One-way flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from London City on Sun, 7 Jun, arriving in Kigali.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,086, select.
Kigali.$1,243 per passenger.Departing Fri, 10 Jul.One-way flight with SWISS.Outbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from London City on Fri, 10 Jul, arriving in Kigali.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,243, select.
Kigali.$1,363 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Dec.One-way flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from London City on Tue, 8 Dec, arriving in Kigali.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,363, select.
Kigali.$1,779 per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 Jan.One-way flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from London City on Sat, 31 Jan, arriving in Kigali.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,779, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London City to Kigali

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London City to Kigali flights are currently cheapest in February.
Jan
from $1,779
Feb
from $661
Mar
from $853
Apr
from $775
May
from $875
Jun
from $1,086
Jul
from $1,243
Aug
from $876
Sep
from $876
Oct
from $877
Nov
from $876
Dec
from $1,363

London City to Kigali: Alternative routes

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

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Cheapest flight found$661
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Finding cheap flights from London City to Kigali: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from London City to Kigali is $800. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from London City to Kigali. But we found flights with one or more stops from $800.
As of January 2026, there are no flights flying from London City to Kigali.
The cheapest month to fly from London City to Kigali is usually March.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London City Airport to Kigali Airport on Tuesday, 3 March 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between London City Airport and Kigali Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 Kigali 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 Kigali is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, SWISS offers the cheapest flight tickets to Kigali.

Travelling from London City Airport (LCY) to Kigali International Airport (KGL): what you need to know

  • Kigali is two hours ahead of London and observes the UTC+2 timezone.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your LCY to KGL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.

  • During popular months like February, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.

  • If you'd love to visit another city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from London City Airport to Kigali International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is a popular stop between LCY and KGL.

How to find the cheapest flights from London City Airport (LCY) to Kigali International Airport (KGL)

  • $661 is the lowest price for a one-way London City Airport to Kigali International Airport flight. A return flight starts at $800. These fares can change based on demand and availability.

  • It's a good idea to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from LCY to KGL. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.

  • If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price across the month when searching for a flight from London City Airport to Kigali International Airport.

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from LCY to KGL by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.

  • Discover the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from London City Airport to Kigali International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.

Handy information about London City Airport (LCY)

  • 74.57% of flights that take off from London City Airport make it to their destination on time.

  • London City Airport is about 11 kilometres from central London. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes on public transport.

  • Need a convenient hotel near LCY? If you're catching an early flight from London City Airport to Kigali International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Kigali International Airport (KGL)

  • If you're getting in on a late London City Airport to Kigali International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these hotels near KGL:

  • Secure yourself a Kigali International Airport rental car from popular outlets like Europcar or Green Motion. With your own set of wheels, you can venture beyond Kigali and experience places that fly under the radar.

  • Reserving your vehicle from Kigali International Airport around one week ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.

Getting from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to central Kigali

  • Kigali International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from the centre of Kigali. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.

  • Getting there on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 55 minutes.

When to fly to Kigali International Airport (KGL)

  • The quietest month for a flight from London City Airport to Kigali International Airport is April, while January is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Kigali based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.

  • Before locking in your flight from London City Airport to Kigali International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Kigali, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from LCY to KGL in May if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.

Explore more of Rwanda

  • Discover the best of Kigali, then make your way to other exciting places in Rwanda. Head south-west to Butare, around 80 kilometres away. Ngoma Genocide Memorial and Chapel make excellent starting points for your visit.

  • Your trip through Rwanda wouldn't feel complete without exploring Gitarama. Muhanga Design centre and Paroisse Saint André Gitarama are among the highlights in this destination, which is about 40 kilometres south-west of Kigali.

Plan the rest of your trip from London to Kigali

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