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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Kampala to Kigali Airport

Composite routes from Kampala to Kigali Airport

Cheapest
7 h 9 min
Car
510 km.
from $28
Other
3 h 8 min
Bus, Plane
370 km.
Select a ticket

Transport providers

Airlines

Rwandair Express

Website:
rwandair.com/
Plane from Entebbe to Kigali
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$239.13–$706.52

Auric Air Services Limited

Website:
auricair.com/
Plane from Entebbe to Kigali
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.57–$347.83

Bus operators

Volcano Express Ltd

Phone:
+250788351253
Email:
Website:
facebook.com/VolcanoLtd/
Bus from Kampala to Kigali
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$6.52–$14.13

Classic Coach

Website:
srclassic.com/
Bus from Kampala to Kigali
Ave. Duration:
9h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$2.93

Trinity Express

Website:
trinityexpress.rw/
Bus from Kampala to Kigali
Ave. Duration:
11h 28m
Frequency:
Once daily

14-Seater Paratransit Taxi

Website:
transportforcairo.com/
Bus from Gapco - Post Office to Entebbe
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Kampala to Kigali Airport (KGL)?

The cheapest way to get from Kampala to Kigali Airport (KGL) is to bus which costs $9.78 - $13.04 and takes 9h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kampala to Kigali Airport (KGL)?

The fastest way to get from Kampala to Kigali Airport (KGL) is to drive which takes 7h 4m and costs $70.65 - $108.70 .

Is there a direct bus between Kampala and Kigali Airport (KGL)?

No, there is no direct bus from Kampala to Kigali Airport (KGL). However, there are services departing from Kampala and arriving at Kigali Airport via Kigali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 50m.

How far is it from Kampala to Kigali Airport (KGL)?

The distance between Kampala and Kigali Airport (KGL) is 379 km. The road distance is 512.8 km.

How do I travel from Kampala to Kigali Airport (KGL) without a car?

The best way to get from Kampala to Kigali Airport (KGL) without a car is to bus via Kigali which takes 8h 50m and costs $7.61 - $14.13 .

How long does it take to get from Kampala to Kigali Airport (KGL)?

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Kampala to Kigali Airport (KGL), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kampala to Kigali Airport (KGL) bus from?

Kampala to Kigali Airport (KGL) bus services, operated by Volcano Express Ltd, depart from Kampala station.

Where does the Kampala to Kigali Airport (KGL) bus arrive?

Kampala to Kigali Airport (KGL) bus services, operated by Volcano Express Ltd, arrive at Kigali station.

What is the time difference between Kampala and Kigali Airport (KGL)?

Kigali Airport (KGL) is 1h behind Kampala. It is currently 13:14 in Kampala and 12:14 in Kigali Airport (KGL).

Can I drive from Kampala to Kigali Airport (KGL)?

Yes, the driving distance between Kampala to Kigali Airport (KGL) is 513 km. It takes approximately 7h 4m to drive from Kampala to Kigali Airport (KGL).

Where can I stay near Kigali Airport (KGL)?

There are 831+ hotels available in Kigali Airport (KGL). Prices start at $58.96 per night.
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