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39 h 18 min
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Kigali, Rwanda → Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Kigali to Addis Ababa

Composite routes from Kigali to Addis Ababa

Cheapest
39 h 18 min
Car
2165 km.
from $119
Fastest
2 h 49 min
Plane
Other
5 h 50 min
Plane
1553 km.
from $415.35
9 h 29 min
Bus, Plane
1553 km.
from $10.87

Transport providers

Airlines

Ethiopian Airlines

Website:
ethiopianairlines.com/
Plane from Kigali to Addis
Ave. Duration:
2h 38m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$203.82–$700.62
Plane from Goma International Airport to Addis
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$229.29–$764.32
Plane from Bujumbura to Addis
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$229.29–$764.32

Rwandair Express

Website:
rwandair.com/
Plane from Kigali to Addis
Ave. Duration:
2h 38m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$203.82–$700.62
Plane from Bujumbura to Addis
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$229.29–$764.32

Kenya Airways

Website:
kenya-airways.com/
Plane from Kigali to Addis
Ave. Duration:
4h 40m
Frequency:
Wednesday and Saturday
Estimated price:
$191.08–$700.62

Bus operators

Volcano Express Ltd

Phone:
+250788351253
Email:
Website:
facebook.com/VolcanoLtd/
Bus from Nyabugogo Bus Stn to Bujumbura
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
4 times a day

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Kigali to Addis Ababa?

The cheapest way to get from Kigali to Addis Ababa is to drive which costs $271.74 - $402.17 and takes 36h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kigali to Addis Ababa?

The fastest way to get from Kigali to Addis Ababa is to fly which takes 5h 37m and costs $163.04 - $597.83 .

How far is it from Kigali to Addis Ababa?

The distance between Kigali and Addis Ababa is 1568 km. The road distance is 2161.6 km.

How long does it take to get from Kigali to Addis Ababa?

It takes approximately 5h 37m to get from Kigali to Addis Ababa, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Kigali and Addis Ababa?

Addis Ababa is 1h ahead of Kigali. It is currently 14:21 in Kigali and 15:21 in Addis Ababa.

Can I drive from Kigali to Addis Ababa?

Yes, the driving distance between Kigali to Addis Ababa is 2162 km. It takes approximately 36h 13m to drive from Kigali to Addis Ababa.

Where can I stay near Addis Ababa?

There are 237+ hotels available in Addis Ababa. Prices start at $59.25 per night.
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