Flying from Vancouver to Kigali International Airport (KGL): What you need to know
When organising your flight from Vancouver to Kigali International Airport (KGL), there's a good selection of airports you can fly out of. Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX) are Vancouver's main options.
Kigali is nine hours ahead of Vancouver. Kigali International Airport is located in Kigali, which runs on the UTC+2 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from Vancouver to KGL, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Peak season means busier airports, so be there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stay on schedule.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Travelling from central Vancouver to YVR takes around 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a comfortable hotel near Vancouver International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Vancouver to Kigali International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to Vancouver International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 71.77% of flights complete their journey on time.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
With public transport, you can travel from central Vancouver to CXH in about 15 minutes. The terminal is roughly 2 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 5 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport the day before your Vancouver to KGL flight:
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
YXX is around 64 kilometres from central Vancouver. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour. If you're considering public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Make catching an early Vancouver to Kigali International Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Stay at one of these hotels near Abbotsford Airport and get to the check-in counter without rushing:
The on-time performance rating of YXX is 67.97%. To put it simply, that's how frequently flights that depart this airport arrive at their final stop as planned.
About Kigali International Airport (KGL)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Vancouver to Kigali International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near KGL:
Pick up a Kigali International Airport rental car and explore places that require a little more effort to reach. Europcar and Green Motion can hook you up with a set of wheels for your travels through Kigali and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle around one week in advance of your Vancouver to Kigali International Airport flight.
Getting from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to central Kigali
Kigali International Airport to the centre of Kigali is about 8 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, do a little research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times can vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
It'll take around 1 hour 55 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Kigali International Airport (KGL)
R 12,548 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Kigali International Airport. Return flights start at R 23,356. These fares may change depending on availability.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Vancouver to KGL. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Kigali International Airport (KGL)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Vancouver to Kigali International Airport (KGL). August is the most popular month to visit Kigali. If you like your getaways a little more chill, head there in April.
The warmest month in Kigali is August, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Vancouver to KGL plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Vancouver to Kigali International Airport in May when temperatures are between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
More about Kigali
Start your Kigali trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Vancouver to Kigali International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
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Explore more of Rwanda
Nyamasheke is just one of the many places in Rwanda waiting to be discovered after you've seen Kigali. Around 121 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Nyungwe National Park, Umugano Botanical Garden and IMUHIRA ECO TOURISM RWANDA.
Your travels through Rwanda wouldn't feel complete without exploring Cyamura. Bugarama Hotsprings is one of the highlights in this destination, which is roughly 145 kilometres south-west of Kigali.
