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11/02/26
10:00 am
IADWashington Dulles Airport
16h 40mADDAddis Ababa Bole International Airport
11/03/26
9:40 am
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11/09/26
5:35 pm
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11/10/26
8:00 am
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$1,073
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11/02/26
6:40 pm
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11/04/26
12:35 am
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11/09/26
11:40 pm
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11/10/26
3:45 pm
IADWashington Dulles Airport
$1,084
Turkish AirlinesTurkish Airlinesfound Oct 13
11/10/26
9:20 pm
IADWashington Dulles Airport
21h 5mISTIstanbul Airport
11/12/26
1:25 am
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11/17/26
2:35 am
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23h 50mISTIstanbul Airport
11/17/26
7:25 pm
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$1,091
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11/02/26
9:30 pm
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11/04/26
8:20 pm
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11/09/26
11:40 pm
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Ethiopian AirlinesEthiopian Airlinesfound Oct 10
11/02/26
10:00 am
IADWashington Dulles Airport
16h 40mADDAddis Ababa Bole International Airport
11/03/26
9:40 am
KGLKigali International Airport
11/09/26
1:50 am
KGLKigali International Airport
24h 15mADDAddis Ababa Bole International Airport
11/09/26
7:05 pm
IADWashington Dulles Airport
$1,073
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11/18/26
6:40 pm
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11/20/26
12:35 am
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11:40 pm
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3:55 pm
IADWashington Dulles Airport
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Turkish AirlinesTurkish Airlinesfound Oct 13
11/10/26
1:30 pm
IADWashington Dulles Airport
28h 55mISTIstanbul Airport
11/12/26
1:25 am
KGLKigali International Airport
11/17/26
2:35 am
KGLKigali International Airport
23h 50mISTIstanbul Airport
11/17/26
7:25 pm
IADWashington Dulles Airport
$1,091
Brussels AirlinesBrussels Airlinesfound Oct 18
11/13/26
5:45 pm
IADWashington Dulles Airport
18h 55mBRUBrussels Airport
11/14/26
7:40 pm
KGLKigali International Airport
11/20/26
8:50 pm
KGLKigali International Airport
24h 40mBRUBrussels Airport
11/21/26
2:30 pm
IADWashington Dulles Airport
$1,153
American AirlinesAmerican Airlinesfound Oct 10
11/02/26
8:05 pm
IADWashington Dulles Airport
34h 25mDOHHamad International Airport
11/04/26
1:30 pm
KGLKigali International Airport
11/09/26
3:50 pm
KGLKigali International Airport
30h 58mDOHHamad International AirportDFWDallas Fort Worth International Airport
11/10/26
3:48 pm
IADWashington Dulles Airport
$1,157
Air CanadaAir Canadafound Oct 13
11/10/26
5:46 pm
IADWashington Dulles Airport
42h 54mYULMontreal Trudeau AirportBRUBrussels Airport
11/12/26
7:40 pm
KGLKigali International Airport
11/17/26
8:50 pm
KGLKigali International Airport
24h 40mBRUBrussels Airport
11/18/26
2:30 pm
IADWashington Dulles Airport
$1,157

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When is the best time of day to fly?

Late night (9pm - 12am) is the cheapest time of day to fly from Washington to Kigali. At $1,121 it is 4% cheaper than the average time. Afternoon (2pm - 5pm) is the most expensive time, 5% above average.

$1,135Morning$1,133Midday$1,226Afternoon$1,196Evening$1,121Late Night
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Time of dayAverage fare
Morning$1,135
Midday$1,133
Afternoon$1,226
Evening$1,196
Late Night$1,121

What do round-trip flights from Washington to Kigali cost?

Share of fares in each price range.

87%$1,050to $1,2002%$1,200to $1,3504%$1,350to $1,5003%$1,500to $1,6505%$1,650and up
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What do round-trip flights from Washington to Kigali cost?
Price rangeShare of fares
$1,050 to $1,20087%
$1,200 to $1,3502%
$1,350 to $1,5004%
$1,500 to $1,6503%
$1,650 and up5%

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about flying from Washington to Kigali.

What is the typical flight duration from Washington to Kigali?

Washington to Kigali is about 7,225 miles. There is no scheduled nonstop service on this route, so the journey requires a connection.
Methodology
Flight times and distances come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time across all carriers on the route, computed the same way in both directions so the difference reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in method. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two airports, so the actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer.

Are there any direct flights from Washington to Kigali?

There are no nonstop flights from Washington to Kigali, so every itinerary requires a connection. The shortest routing is on Ethiopian Airlines via Addis Ababa, with a total trip time of 16h 45m (13h 15m in the air to Addis Ababa, a 1h layover, then 2h 30m to Kigali). Brussels Airlines via Brussels and Turkish Airlines via Istanbul are the other quickest one-stop options.
Methodology
Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.

What are the ground transportation options in Kigali?

From Kigali International Airport to the city center, taxis are the fastest and most-used option, taking about 10–15 minutes and costing roughly €3 (RWF 3,700), with drivers available 24/7 outside arrivals. The Kigali Bus Service (KBS) runs an hourly public bus to the Central Business District for about €1 (RWF 1,000), taking 20–25 minutes, but it may drop you far from many hotels. A state-run airport shuttle is currently in a pilot phase along a fixed hotel route, and rideshare services like BlaBlaCar also operate on demand. Car rentals are available, but for most arrivals the taxi is the default choice due to speed and door-to-door convenience.
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Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Washington to Kigali?

No overnight (red-eye) flights operate from Washington to Kigali — there are no nonstop red-eyes, and no connecting itinerary has an overnight long leg on this route.
Methodology
Red-eye flights are identified from scheduled local departure and arrival times and block times in our flight-schedule database — built from published airline timetables and official schedule data, including U.S. Department of Transportation records for domestic routes. A flight counts as a red-eye when it departs in the afternoon or evening (3 p.m. or later local time) or in the early hours before 4 a.m., and is in the air at some point between midnight and 4 a.m. local time at both its departure airport and its arrival airport. An evening flight that lands before midnight at its destination is never counted, nor is a morning departure or a daytime long-haul that reaches the next calendar date only because of time zones. Each red-eye is labelled with its timing (for example, overnight and landing the next morning, or late-night and landing after midnight). For connecting itineraries the same rule is applied to the longer leg, from one representative day's flight search.

Which airlines usually operate this route from Washington to Kigali?

There are no nonstop flights from Washington to Kigali. The most common connecting routings are via Addis Ababa on Ethiopian Airlines (the quickest at 16h 45m total), via Brussels on United/Brussels Airlines, via Istanbul on Turkish Airlines, via Amsterdam on KLM, and via Doha on Qatar Airways with RwandAir for the second leg. Ethiopian Airlines operates the most frequent one-stop pattern with five weekly connections. No per-carrier fares are available for this route.
Methodology
Airlines and weekly frequencies come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a typical fare is shown for a carrier, it is the median of the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.

Which airport should I use in Kigali?

Kigali has one commercial airport, Kigali International Airport, located about 10 km east of the city centre. It serves all domestic, regional and international flights and is the only practical entry point.

How do I get to Washington Dulles International Airport from the city center?

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is about 26 miles west of downtown Washington, D.C., and the Metrorail Silver Line runs directly from the airport station to the city center every 15 minutes, taking about 47–53 minutes and costing only a few dollars. Metrobus route 5A also serves downtown, and the Silver Line Express bus connects the terminal to the Metro station for a small fare. Taxis operate 24 hours a day and take 30–60 minutes depending on traffic, while ride-share services like Uber and Lyft offer on-demand or scheduled pickup, and private car services provide fixed-price door-to-door rides. Driving yourself is possible with on-site parking, but the Metro is the most economical and reliable public option, while taxis and ride-shares are the fastest and most popular for door-to-door convenience.
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Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Kigali airport?

There is no directly connected or on-site hotel at Kigali International Airport, but several nearby accommodations are within a short drive: Martin Aviator Hotel (0.1 mi / 0.2 km), Kigali Airport Apartment (0.3 mi / 0.5 km), and Hotel Saint Jean Leopold (0.4 mi / 0.6 km). The airport terminal closes at night, so if you have an overnight layover you'll need to head to one of these nearby hotels, which offer shuttle service within about a 10-minute drive. The airport itself has no dedicated sleeping areas, rest zones, or cots.
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What facilities and services are available to travelers at Kigali International Airport?

Kigali International Airport offers free Wi-Fi throughout the terminal, along with airside mobile charging points near the shops. Currency exchange is available through the 24-hour Express Forex Bureau, and an ATM is on site, though some travelers report difficulty using international cards. Duty-free shopping and a small selection of shops selling newspapers, souvenirs, and travel essentials are located airside, while Bourbon Coffee operates both landside and airside cafés, with additional bars and restaurants available. An information desk is in the main hall, medical personnel and defibrillators are available 24 hours, and a post office offers stamps and basic postal services during limited morning and afternoon hours. Showers are available in at least the men's landside toilets, and luggage wrapping services are provided, but no luggage storage or lockers exist. A sandwich shop has been reported as operating 24 hours, depending on flight activity.
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Are there accessible services or children's facilities at the Washington and Kigali airports?

At Washington Dulles International Airport, passengers with disabilities can arrange wheelchair assistance through their airline, and the airport operates a Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program with lanyards available at the USO Lounge and information desks daily from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Accessible parking is provided in all lots, and shuttle buses and rental car shuttles are equipped with wheelchair lifts or ramps; accessible taxis can be reserved in advance by calling Washington Flyer Taxi. At Kigali International Airport (Kanombe Airport), a Meet & Assist service is available where a personal assistant meets travelers at the aircraft gate or entrance, escorts them through check-in, passport control, and customs, and helps with luggage to the waiting area or exit. Travelers should arrange wheelchair assistance through their airline before the flight.
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What aircraft are typically used on flights from Washington to Kigali?

There is no nonstop service from Washington to Kigali; the connecting options use a variety of widebody aircraft on the long-haul leg. Brussels Airlines uses an Airbus A330-300 via Brussels, Ethiopian Airlines uses Airbus A350-1000 and A350-900 via Addis Ababa, Qatar Airways uses a Boeing 777-300ER via Doha, Turkish Airlines uses a Boeing 787-9 or 777-300ER via Istanbul, and KLM uses an Airbus A330-200 via Amsterdam.
Methodology
Aircraft types come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). For U.S. routes the type is grounded in the tail number that actually operated the flight; elsewhere it comes from the airline's filed equipment code. Where the source does not commit to a specific variant we name the aircraft family (for example Airbus A320 family) rather than guess, and where no reliable type is on file the aircraft is omitted rather than estimated. Types describe typical scheduled equipment and can vary with seasonal or day-of-week assignments and last-minute swaps.

Which airline alliances serve flights from Washington to Kigali?

There is no nonstop service between Washington and Kigali; the route is flown one-stop, with Ethiopian Airlines (via Addis Ababa) and United Airlines connecting through Brussels on Brussels Airlines as the main carriers. These airlines sit in the Star Alliance — Ethiopian, United, and Brussels Airlines are all Star Alliance members — while KLM (via Amsterdam) belongs to SkyTeam and Qatar Airways (via Doha) to oneworld. RwandAir, which operates the Doha–Kigali leg with Qatar, belongs to no alliance.
Methodology
Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.

What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Washington?

Washington Dulles International Airport offers 13 lounges across its terminals, including the Capital One Lounge in the Main Terminal, the United Club and United Polaris Lounge in Concourse C, and the Air France-KLM Lounge, Etihad Lounge, and Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse in Concourse A. The Turkish Airlines Lounge is located in Concourse B, and a USO Lounge is available pre-security in the Main Terminal. The Capital One Lounge sells walk-up access to any traveler, while the Etihad Lounge in Concourse A features fresh seasonal dining, halal options, and a curated wine list. The United Polaris Lounge is open to United Polaris business class passengers and Star Alliance international first and business class travelers.
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Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?

Same-day changes and standby are not offered on Washington to Kigali flights; you must rebook and pay any fare difference.