Flying from Kigali Airport (KGL) to Addis Ababa Airport (ADD): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Kigali Airport to Addis Ababa Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 40 minutes.
The timezone in Addis Ababa is UTC+3, which is one hour ahead of Kigali.
Every week, there are 20 Kigali Airport to Addis Ababa Airport flights. If you prefer to jet off early, jump on the 01:50 Ethiopian Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 17:40 with Ethiopian Airlines.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your KGL to ADD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Ethiopian Airlines is your gateway to discovering Addis Ababa (and maybe even some other great parts of Ethiopia!). Check out the direct flights from Kigali Airport to Addis Ababa Airport offered by this carrier.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Ethiopian Airlines on this route.
Among carriers operating KGL to ADD flights, Ethiopian Airlines is the most consistent for on-time landings.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Kigali Airport to Addis Ababa Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between KGL and ADD include:
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport
Entebbe Airport
Bujumbura Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kigali Airport (KGL) to Addis Ababa Airport (ADD)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Kigali Airport to Addis Ababa Airport flight is ر.ق. 1,488. A return ticket right now is ر.ق. 1,695. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Book one month before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from KGL to ADD.
Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Kigali Airport to Addis Ababa Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from KGL to ADD.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Kigali Airport to Addis Ababa Airport.
Handy information about Kigali Airport (KGL)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Kigali Airport, data shows 68% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Kigali Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Kigali. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport takes about 45 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near KGL? If you've booked an early flight from Kigali Airport to Addis Ababa Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Addis Ababa Airport (ADD)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Kigali Airport to Addis Ababa Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ADD instead:
Enjoy the freedom to roam with a Addis Ababa Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion to explore parts of Addis Ababa that most tourists miss.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Addis Ababa Airport around two weeks ahead.
When to fly to Addis Ababa Airport (ADD)
July is the most popular month for flights from Kigali Airport to Addis Ababa Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Addis Ababa in March.
When reserving your flight from Kigali Airport to Addis Ababa Airport, think about the type of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Addis Ababa, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC to 25ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from KGL to ADD in November if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC and 22ºC on average.
Explore more of Ethiopia
Addis Ababa is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Ethiopia just waiting to be explored. About 354 kilometres east of Addis Ababa, a trip to Dire Dawa will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Saint Mary Gate of Heaven Orthodox Cathedral, Mosque and Porc Epic Cave.
Head 80 kilometres south-east from Addis Ababa and you'll reach Nazrēt, another favourite among visitors to Ethiopia. Your trip isn't complete without exploring Adama Mosque and Oromia Martyrs Memorial Monument.
