Travelling from Houston to Kigali International Airport (KGL): What you need to know
Kigali International Airport is located in Kigali. The city operates on the UTC+2 timezone and is eight hours ahead of Houston.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Houston to KGL. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Hopping on a plane during a peak time like July? Busy periods (like Christmas and New Year) can easily add another hour at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Houston
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
We make it a piece of cake to find cheap flights from Houston to KGL that include a stopover. To explore your options departing from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between IAH and KGL include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
The journey from central Houston to IAH takes about 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Houston to Kigali International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are just the thing:
Of all flights departing from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport, 79% land on schedule at their destination.
IAH's address is 16930 JFK Boulevard.
Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
On public transport, you can travel from central Houston to HOU in around 50 minutes. The airport is roughly 19 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 20 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Houston to KGL flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Houston Hobby Airport:
79% of flights taking off from Houston Hobby Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find HOU at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
About Kigali International Airport (KGL)
Book a hotel near KGL if you have a late flight from Houston to Kigali International Airport. Check in to one of these options and be in bed sooner:
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride around one week ahead of your Houston to Kigali International Airport flight.
Getting from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to central Kigali
Kigali International Airport is roughly 8 kilometres from central Kigali. The time it takes to get to the centre by car hire or taxi will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Kigali International Airport (KGL)
Currently, ج.م. 34,558 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Houston to Kigali International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 57,372. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Houston to KGL. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
If you have some flexibility with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when searching for your Houston to Kigali International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Houston to Kigali International Airport (KGL)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when deciding when to fly. January is the quietest month to go to Kigali. August is when most people book flights from Houston to Kigali International Airport (KGL), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
Lock in a Houston to KGL plane ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Kigali to range from 15ºC to 30ºC.
December sees temperatures of between 14ºC and 27ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Houston to Kigali International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Kigali
Once you've booked your flight from Houston to Kigali International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Kigali:
Your trip to Kigali wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Big-name attractions that are worth your time include Camp Kigali Memorial, Kigali Cultural Village and Mt. Kigali.
