Travelling from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to Montreal: what you need to know
Kigali International Airport is located in Kigali. Based in the UTC-4 timezone, Montreal is 6 hours behind Kigali.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from KGL to Montreal.
Travelling during a popular month such as August? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a cinch to book a flight from KGL to Montreal that includes a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
You will need an embassy visa for Canada if you have a passport from Rwanda and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can be subject to change. So before booking your cheap ticket from Kigali International Airport to Montreal, check with your airline as well as the destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most recent updates.
Travelling from central Kigali to KGL takes approximately 1 hour and 55 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 21 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Kigali International Airport to Montreal? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to KGL:
How to find the cheapest flights from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to Montreal
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Kigali International Airport to Montreal is R 10,141. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 17,962. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from KGL to Montreal if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price in every month when looking for your ticket from Kigali International Airport to Montreal.
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Use the filters to tailor your flights from Kigali International Airport to Montreal. Simply select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to central Montreal is approximately 26 kilometres. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It'll take around 2 hours and 15 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Kigali International Airport to Montreal. Check in to one of these accommodation options near YUL instead:
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
St. Hubert Airport (YHU) is around 40 kilometres from central Montreal. Following your flight from Kigali International Airport to Montreal, it'll take you around 35 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take around 1 hour and 45 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel close to YHU. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from KGL to Montreal:
Best time to go to Montreal
August is the most popular month for flights from Kigali International Airport to Montreal. To escape the crowds, visit Montreal in February when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Montreal is July, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC and 28ºC. Book your flights from Kigali International Airport to Montreal in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from KGL to Montreal in January when temperatures average between -19ºC and -2ºC.
More about Montreal
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Montreal right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Kigali International Airport to Montreal:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Montreal itinerary.
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