Flying from Newcastle International Airport (NCL) to Kigali International Airport (KGL): what you need to know
Kigali is two hours ahead of Newcastle and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your NCL to KGL flight.
Flying during a peak month like June? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Newcastle International Airport to Kigali International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between NCL and KGL include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
London Heathrow Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Newcastle International Airport (NCL) to Kigali International Airport (KGL)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Newcastle International Airport to Kigali International Airport flight is ج.م. 20,132. A round-trip fare right now is ج.م. 40,041. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from NCL to KGL. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Newcastle International Airport to Kigali International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across the month and bag a great deal.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Newcastle International Airport to Kigali International Airport.
Handy information about Newcastle International Airport (NCL)
71.29% of flights that leave from Newcastle International Airport land at their destination on time.
To get to Newcastle International Airport from central Newcastle, it takes about 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of about 30 minutes when using public transport.
Need a handy hotel near NCL? If you're boarding an early flight from Newcastle International Airport to Kigali International Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Kigali International Airport (KGL)
Reserve a hotel close to KGL if you have a late Newcastle International Airport to Kigali International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Kigali International Airport rental car and visit the lesser-known spots that'll make your trip unforgettable. Europcar and Green Motion can hook you up with a set of wheels for your travels through Kigali and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Kigali International Airport about one week before you set off.
Getting from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to central Kigali
From Kigali International Airport, Kigali is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 55 minutes.
When to fly to Kigali International Airport (KGL)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Newcastle International Airport to Kigali International Airport. January is the busiest month to head to Kigali. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Newcastle International Airport to Kigali International Airport for August if you'd like to visit Kigali during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC and 30ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from NCL to KGL in May. Average temperatures are between 14ºC and 25ºC then.
Explore more of Rwanda
Discover the best of Kigali, then set your sights on other awesome corners of Rwanda. Travel south-west to Butare, around 80 kilometres away. Ngoma Genocide Memorial and Chapel are ideal first stops here.
Next stop? Find your way to Gitarama. It's roughly 40 kilometres south-west of Kigali and is known for highlights including Muhanga Design centre and Paroisse Saint André Gitarama.
