Kigali International Airport

About KGL

Rwanda's main airport, serving the clean and green capital Kigali. RwandAir's hub with growing connections across Africa and to Europe.

Terminals

Terminal 1

International flights at Kigali International Airport

Lounges Shopping Dining

Airlines: Various carriers

Terminal 2

Domestic and regional flights at Kigali International Airport

Lounges Shopping Dining

Airlines: Various carriers

Airlines at KGL

Badr Airlines

Brussels Airlines

EgyptAir

Emirates

Terminal 1

Ethiopian Airlines

Terminal 1

Kenya Airways

Terminal 1

KLM

Qatar Airways

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Getting There & Away

Taxi

Varies

20-40 min to city center

Public Transport

Popular Destinations

25 min

Kigali City Center

Taxi or ride-sharing

20.0 km from airport

Parking at KGL

Short Term

Airport Car Park

$5.00 /day

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Airport Lounges

3.5 ★

Independent

VIP Lounge

Terminal 1

VIP lounge at Kigali International Airport with complimentary snacks, drinks, and Wi-Fi.

Bar Hot Food WiFi

Access: Pay-at-door, Priority Pass

$40 walk-in

Where to Stay

Nearby Hotels

Kigali Airport Hotel

★★★

Convenient hotel near Kigali International Airport for early departures or late arrivals.

From $50/night

Kigali City Hotel

★★★★

Comfortable hotel in Kigali center, good for layovers.

From $80/night

Food & Dining

$

Coffee Shop

Café

Terminal 1 (Airside)

Coffee, pastries, and light meals

Vegetarian

$$

Airport Restaurant

International

Terminal 1 (Airside)

Full-service restaurant with international and local cuisine

Vegetarian

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Car Rental

Hertz

Arrivals hall

Avis

Arrivals hall

Europcar

Arrivals hall

What to Do During a Layover

Explore the City

These activities require leaving the airport. Make sure you have valid visa and enough time before your next flight.

Kigali City Tour

4.0h+ needed

Explore the highlights of Kigali during a longer layover.

Practical Information

WiFi & Connectivity

• Free WiFi: Yes (30-60 minutes)
• Power Outlets: EU Type C/J
• SIM Cards: Available for purchase

Services

• Left Luggage: Available
• Medical Services: Available
• Prayer Rooms: Available

Family Facilities

• Children's Play Areas
• Nursing Rooms
• Family Restrooms
• Pet Relief Areas

Money & Currency

• Currency: RWF (Rwandan Franc)

Insider Tips

Arrive at least 2 hours before international flights at KGL. Currency exchange available in the arrivals hall.

Facilities & Contact

Airport Facilities

Duty-free shops, restaurants, lounges, currency exchange, ATMs, car rental

Location

-1.9686, 29.1339

Elevation: 8 m

Official Website

www.rwandairports.com

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