Travelling from Lagos Airport (LOS) to Kigali Airport (KGL): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Lagos Airport to Kigali Airport is 5 hours 20 minutes.
Kigali is one hour ahead of Lagos and follows the UTC+2 timezone.
Each week, there are seven Lagos Airport to Kigali Airport flights. To get going as soon as possible, select the 14:45 RwandAir flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 14:45 with RwandAir.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to catch your LOS to KGL flight.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as October. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
RwandAir has direct flights from Lagos Airport to Kigali Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Kigali — and maybe even more of Rwanda if you have time.
RwandAir tops the list for bookings on this route.
The most punctual carrier offering LOS to KGL flights is RwandAir. Its services arrive as planned 67.92% of the time.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Lagos Airport to Kigali Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between LOS and KGL:
Hamad International Airport
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport
Handy information about Lagos Airport (LOS)
66% of flights departing from Lagos Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Central Lagos to Lagos Airport is approximately 23 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 45 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
The journey when using public transport takes about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Lagos Airport to Kigali Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near LOS:
Arriving at Kigali Airport (KGL)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Lagos Airport to Kigali Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near KGL instead:
Pick up the keys to a Kigali Airport rental car from leading outlets like Europcar or Green Motion. With your own wheels, you can venture beyond Kigali and experience places that fly under the radar.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Kigali Airport about one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from Kigali Airport (KGL) to central Kigali
From Kigali Airport, Kigali is approximately 11 kilometers away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Kigali Airport (KGL)
August is the most popular month for flights from Lagos Airport to Kigali Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Kigali in March.
The warmest month in Kigali is August, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Lagos Airport to Kigali Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LOS to KGL in December. Temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) then.
Explore more of Rwanda
Kigali is just a glimpse of what Rwanda offers. Continue your journey in Butare, which is about 80 kilometers away to the south-west. From Ngoma Genocide Memorial to Cyarwa 1994 Genocide Against Tutsi Memorial, there's plenty to keep you busy in this popular city.