Travelling from Warsaw to Kigali International Airport (KGL): What you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll board your flight from Warsaw to Kigali International Airport (KGL). Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) and Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI) are Warsaw's main airports.
Kigali International Airport is located in Kigali. The city is in the UTC+2 timezone and is one hour ahead of Warsaw.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Show up at the airport on time to catch your flight from Warsaw to KGL.
In high season, allow for extended wait times and get there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Warsaw
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
Located around 8 kilometres from the centre of Warsaw, WAW can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel close to Frederic Chopin Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Warsaw to Kigali International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
77.68% of flights leaving from Frederic Chopin Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI)
You can get to WMI from central Warsaw in about 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour to travel the 40 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Warsaw to KGL flight? Relax in a hotel near Warsaw-Modlin Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:
About Kigali International Airport (KGL)
Have a late flight from Warsaw to Kigali International Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Stay at one of these hotels near KGL and fast-forward to bedtime:
Explore beyond Kigali and discover off-the-radar places with your own wheels. You can pick up a Kigali International Airport rental car from companies like Europcar or Green Motion.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride around one week ahead of your Warsaw to Kigali International Airport flight.
Getting from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to central Kigali
Kigali International Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Kigali. How long it takes to get there by cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Warsaw to Kigali International Airport (KGL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Warsaw to Kigali International Airport is $540. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $926. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Warsaw to KGL if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from Warsaw to Kigali International Airport (KGL)
August is when most people book flights from Warsaw to Kigali International Airport (KGL). Visit Kigali in April for a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Kigali is August, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Warsaw to KGL plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
May sees temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Warsaw to Kigali International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Kigali
Start your Kigali trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Warsaw to Kigali International Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
Your trip to Kigali won't be complete without checking out the sights. Attractions that belong on your itinerary include Silverback, Africa Tours Rwanda Safari and Fine safaris Afrika.
Explore more of Rwanda
You've visited Kigali, now it's time to discover more of Rwanda. Journey around 121 kilometres west to Nyamasheke to tick off its popular sights. From Nyungwe National Park to Umugano Botanical Garden and IMUHIRA ECO TOURISM RWANDA, your itinerary will be busy.
Your travels through Rwanda wouldn't be complete without a stop in Cyamura. Bugarama Hotsprings is a highlight in this destination, which is about 145 kilometres south-west of Kigali.