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Airports near Kigali (KGL)
8 airports within driving distance of Kigali International Airport. Flying from an alternate airport is the single easiest way to cut your fare — our agents compare them all on one call.
| Airport | Distance | Fly from here | Live board |
|---|---|---|---|
GYI — Gisenyi Airport Gisenyi, Rwanda | 64 mi (103 km) | Search fares | Departures & arrivals |
GOM — Goma International Airport Goma, Congo (Kinshasa) | 66 mi (105 km) | Search fares | Departures & arrivals |
KME — Kamembe Airport Kamembe, Rwanda | 92 mi (147 km) | Search fares | Departures & arrivals |
BKY — Bukavu Kavumu Airport Bukavu/kavumu, Congo (Kinshasa) | 95 mi (153 km) | Search fares | Departures & arrivals |
GID — Gitega Airport Gitega, Burundi | 101 mi (163 km) | Search fares | Departures & arrivals |
BJM — Bujumbura International Airport Bujumbura, Burundi | 109 mi (176 km) | Search fares | Departures & arrivals |
BKZ — Bukoba Airport Bukoba, Tanzania | 124 mi (200 km) | Search fares | Departures & arrivals |
KSE — Kasese Airport Kasese, Uganda | 149 mi (239 km) | Search fares | Departures & arrivals |
Frequently asked questions
What airports are near Kigali?
Besides Kigali International Airport (KGL), travelers can use Gisenyi Airport (GYI, 64 mi), Goma International Airport (GOM, 66 mi), Kamembe Airport (KME, 92 mi), Bukavu Kavumu Airport (BKY, 95 mi) and others — all within driving distance.
Is it cheaper to fly from an alternate airport?
Often yes. Fares between nearby airports on the same route regularly differ by $100 or more, especially around holidays. Low-cost carriers also tend to favor secondary airports.
How do I compare fares across all airports near Kigali at once?
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