Cheap flights from SFO to KGL (San Francisco Intl. to Kigali Intl.)

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Cheap Flights from SFO to KGL starting at $705 One Way, $1,129 Round Trip

Prices starting at $1,129 for return flights and $705 for one-way flights to Kigali Intl. were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Mon, Feb 8 - Mon, Feb 22
SFO
San Francisco
KGL
Kigali
$1,129 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$1,129
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Mon, Feb 8 from San Francisco to Kigali, returning Mon, Feb 22, priced at $1,129 found 1 day ago
Mon, Feb 8 - Mon, Feb 22
SFO
San Francisco
KGL
Kigali
$1,197 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$1,197
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Rwandair flight, departing Mon, Feb 8 from San Francisco to Kigali, returning Mon, Feb 22, priced at $1,197 found 1 day ago
Thu, Nov 5 - Tue, Nov 17
SFO
San Francisco
KGL
Kigali
$1,203 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$1,203
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Swiss International Air Lines flight, departing Thu, Nov 5 from San Francisco to Kigali, returning Tue, Nov 17, priced at $1,203 found 2 days ago
Thu, Nov 5 - Tue, Nov 17
SFO
San Francisco
KGL
Kigali
$1,206 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$1,206
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Thu, Nov 5 from San Francisco to Kigali, returning Tue, Nov 17, priced at $1,206 found 2 days ago
Thu, Nov 5 - Tue, Nov 17
SFO
San Francisco
KGL
Kigali
$1,219 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$1,219
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Thu, Nov 5 from San Francisco to Kigali, returning Tue, Nov 17, priced at $1,219 found 2 days ago

Hotel Ideas near Kigali Intl.

Airport Hotels near Kigali Intl.

Radisson Blu Hotel & Convention Centre, Kigali

Radisson Blu Hotel & Convention Centre, Kigali

5 out of 5
Kimihurura Roundabout Kigali
$147 nightly
The price is $176 total per night from Jun 27 to Jun 28
$176 total
Jun 27 - Jun 28
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Kigali. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions BK Arena and Kigali Heights are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (228 reviews)
"We had an unexpected extension to our visit to Kigali and this was the perfect place to stay. We chose an executive room and found we could use the business lounge with that level of room. There the staff were very friendly and the food just right for a place to hang out and re-plan the next part ..."

Reviewed on Jun 16, 2026

Radisson Blu Hotel & Convention Centre, Kigali
Velvet Suites

Velvet Suites

3.5 out of 5
KG 111 St Kigali Kigali City
$50 nightly
The price is $60 total per night from Jun 21 to Jun 22
$60 total
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Kigali. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Kimironko Market and BK Arena are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (36 reviews)
"Clean room,"

Reviewed on Jun 19, 2026

Velvet Suites
Zaria Court Kigali, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Zaria Court Kigali, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

3.5 out of 5
KG 17 Ave Kigali
$98 nightly
The price is $119 total per night from Jun 27 to Jun 28
$119 total
Jun 27 - Jun 28
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Kigali. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions BK Arena and Stade Amahoro are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (32 reviews)
"I wanted a hotel near the airport for my last night in Kigali after a few days of trekking. Zaria is one of the newer hotels, check in/out were very efficient and smooth. The staff was very welcoming and helpful, room was nice (everything worked flawlessly and bed was very comfortable) and the room ..."

Reviewed on Jun 16, 2026

Zaria Court Kigali, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Hotels In Kigali

Radisson Blu Hotel & Convention Centre, Kigali

Radisson Blu Hotel & Convention Centre, Kigali

5 out of 5
Kimihurura Roundabout Kigali
$147 nightly
The price is $176 total per night from Jun 27 to Jun 28
$176 total
Jun 27 - Jun 28
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Kigali. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions BK Arena and Kigali Heights are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (228 reviews)
"We had an unexpected extension to our visit to Kigali and this was the perfect place to stay. We chose an executive room and found we could use the business lounge with that level of room. There the staff were very friendly and the food just right for a place to hang out and re-plan the next part ..."

Reviewed on Jun 16, 2026

Radisson Blu Hotel & Convention Centre, Kigali
Kigali Marriott Hotel

Kigali Marriott Hotel

5 out of 5
KN 3 Avenue Nyarugenge District Kigali
$166 nightly
The price is $202 total per night from Jul 3 to Jul 4
$202 total
Jul 3 - Jul 4
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Kigali. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (261 reviews)
"Awesome staff, this was only a one-night extension of my original 5-night stay."

Reviewed on May 29, 2026

Kigali Marriott Hotel
Hôtel Des Mille Collines

Hôtel Des Mille Collines

4 out of 5
2KN 6th Ave Kigali
$142 nightly
The price is $176 total per night from Jun 25 to Jun 26
$176 total
Jun 25 - Jun 26
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kigali. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (290 reviews)
"Staff is very polite and professional. Breakfast is"

Reviewed on May 18, 2026

Hôtel Des Mille Collines
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Kigali Hotels With Airport Transportation

2000 HOTEL Downtown Kigali

2000 HOTEL Downtown Kigali

4 out of 5
KN82 St/1, near Kigali City Tower Kigali
$87 nightly
The price is $105 total per night from Jun 21 to Jun 22
$105 total
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Kigali. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (534 reviews)
"**Exceptional stay in a prime location!** The hotel is perfectly situated, with everything you need within walking distance. The airport transfer service was convenient and seamless, making arrival and departure stress-free. What truly made the experience outstanding was the staff. They were professional, ..."

Reviewed on Jun 20, 2026

2000 HOTEL Downtown Kigali
5 Swiss Hotel

5 Swiss Hotel

3 out of 5
KN 25 Street 2 Kigali
$123 nightly
The price is $148 total per night from Jun 21 to Jun 22
$148 total
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kigali. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Popular attractions Union Trade Center and Ntarama ...
9/10 Wonderful! (102 reviews)
"Good location, clean, friendly and helpful staff. I had a good stay!"

Reviewed on May 14, 2026

5 Swiss Hotel
Bougainvilla Boutique Hotel

Bougainvilla Boutique Hotel

3.5 out of 5
67 KG 9 Avenue, Nyarutarama Kigali
Stay at this hotel in Kigali. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Kigali Golf Club and Ivuka Arts Kigali are located ...
6.6/10 (4 reviews)
"It was quite pleasant. It sometimes got a bit noisy at night from bar, but not too bad. Staff is very friendly and accommodating."

Reviewed on Oct 1, 2018

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Bougainvilla Boutique Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Low Priced Kigali Hotels

5 Swiss Hotel

5 Swiss Hotel

3 out of 5
KN 25 Street 2 Kigali
$123 nightly
The price is $148 total per night from Jun 21 to Jun 22
$148 total
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kigali. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Popular attractions Union Trade Center and Ntarama ...
9/10 Wonderful! (102 reviews)
"Good location, clean, friendly and helpful staff. I had a good stay!"

Reviewed on May 14, 2026

5 Swiss Hotel
Discover Rwanda Youth Hostel

Discover Rwanda Youth Hostel

2 out of 5
KN 14 Avenue Kigali
Book a stay at this golf hostel in Kigali. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Kigali Heights and Kigali Business Centre are ...
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Discover Rwanda Youth Hostel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Family Friendly Hotels in Kigali

2000 HOTEL Downtown Kigali

2000 HOTEL Downtown Kigali

4 out of 5
KN82 St/1, near Kigali City Tower Kigali
$87 nightly
The price is $105 total per night from Jun 21 to Jun 22
$105 total
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Kigali. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (534 reviews)

Families like: Playground, game room, babysitting, free breakfast for the whole family

Travelers say...
"**Exceptional stay in a prime location!** The hotel is perfectly situated, with everything you need within walking distance. The airport transfer service was convenient and seamless, making arrival and departure stress-free. What truly made the experience outstanding was the staff. They were professional, ..."

Reviewed on Jun 20, 2026

2000 HOTEL Downtown Kigali
CityBlue Hotel Embassy

CityBlue Hotel Embassy

2 out of 5
KG 7 Ave Kigali
Stay at this hotel in Kigali. Enjoy free WiFi and premium bedding. Popular attractions Ivuka Arts Kigali and Inema Art Center are located nearby.
7/10 Good! (22 reviews)
Decent hotel
"Good comfortable stay. The hotel has a nice location (near embassies, President's office and the UN) but being on the main road is a bit noisy. They can also improve their maintenance. But overall good for the price."

Reviewed on May 9, 2018

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CityBlue Hotel Embassy
Golf Hills Residence Hotel

Golf Hills Residence Hotel

3 out of 5
KG 415 Plot No. 4, Gacuriro Kigali Kigali
Stay at this hotel in Kigali. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Kigali Golf Club and Ivuka Arts Kigali are located ...
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Golf Hills Residence Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

SFO to KGL Route Info

Origin Airport
Destination Airport
Number Of Airlines Serving
Distance
Shortest Flight Departure Time
Shortest Flight Departure Date
SFO Address & GPS
Address:
San Francisco CA, 94128
United States
IATA Code:
SFO
Longitude:
-122.389881
Latitude:
37.615215
Time Zone:
America/Los_Angeles
KGL Address & GPS
Address:
Kigali ,
Rwanda
IATA Code:
KGL
Longitude:
30.135014
Latitude:
-1.963042
Time Zone:
Africa/Kigali

Frequently asked questions

Are there non-stop flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to KGL?
Traveling from San Francisco Airport to Kigali Intl. Airport (KGL)? Breaking up the journey is your one and only option as there are no airlines that operate directly on this route. However, Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways and KLM offer the next best thing — a flight with just one stop.
What is the shortest flight from San Francisco Airport to KGL?
The trip from San Francisco to Kigali is classed as a long-haul flight. Indeed, the fastest flight time possible from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Kigali Intl. Airport (KGL) is 20 hours and 13 minutes. Try to get some shut-eye while you're in the air to arrive refreshed and ward off jet lag.
How many hours flight from San Francisco Airport to Kigali Intl. Airport (KGL)?
From San Francisco Airport to Kanombe Intl. Airport, you'll be in the air for about 20 hours and 16 minutes. Amuse yourself during the long ride by binge-watching the latest TV series, doodling in your sketchbook or chilling out to your favorite tunes. Don't forget to shake out those legs every now and then.
What airlines have the most flights from San Francisco Airport to Kanombe Intl. Airport?
If you're hoping to book with an airline that offers direct flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Kanombe Intl. Airport, you're out of luck. You'll need to make at least one stop to get to Kigali.

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