On this page, you can find and book flights from Dar es Salaam to Kigali. Covering a distance of 1,157 km, the flight is quite short, with a frequency of about 4 flights per week.
WB airline operates on this route. Ticket prices are dynamic, so use the price chart and calendar to find the best deals. We also recommend checking how to get to the departure airport and how to arrange your transfer for when you arrive in Kigali.
The table shows direct flights Dar es Salaam → Kigali on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 2 h 20 min. Regular flights are operated by RwandAir. Departures from Julius Nyerere International Airport airports, arrivals at Kigali International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Dar es Salaam — Kigali by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 1,269 in e, and the most expensive are around AED 1,411 in u. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Dar es Salaam → Kigali, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 1,560 | medium | May | AED 1,308 | low | Sep | AED 1,560 | medium |
| Feb | AED 1,510 | medium | Jun | AED 1,459 | medium | Oct | AED 1,459 | medium |
| Mar | AED 1,409 | low | Jul | AED 1,711 | high | Nov | AED 1,359 | low |
| Apr | AED 1,308 | low | Aug | AED 1,761 | high | Dec | AED 1,711 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
August is considered the warmest month in Kigali, with daytime temperatures reaching up to 25.9°C, while the wettest period is April (215.25 mm of precipitation). The lowest temperatures are observed in December and January, when they can drop to 14.8°C.
The lowest flight prices are recorded in October, starting AED 1,269. Prices peak in January, when a flight will cost AED 1,307.
July and August are the optimal times to fly due to the dry weather and stable fares starting AED 1,298. It is recommended to avoid April due to the peak of the rainy season, which can affect local logistics.
Regular flight service between these cities is provided by Rwanda's national carrier, RwandAir (WB). There are approximately 4 flights per week on this route, most of which are direct, allowing you to reach your destination as quickly as possible. In the list below, you will find a detailed schedule by day of the week, so you can choose the most convenient departure time.
Flights Dar es Salaam — Kigali depart from Julius Nyerere International Airport and arrive at Kigali International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The average travel time for a direct flight over a distance of 1,157 km is about 1 hour and 40 minutes.
The main carrier for this destination is RwandAir (WB).
Yes, there are direct flights on this route, which is the most convenient and fastest way to travel.
Flight prices change constantly based on the season and demand. You can find the current minimum for the coming months in the low-price calendar on this page.
Flights arrive at Kigali International Airport (KGL), which serves the capital of Rwanda.
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