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ISTKGLThu, 08 Oct
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Lowest fareTRY21,247Egyptair
Fastest7h 5mgate to gate
Options found65flights on this route
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Night
00:00-05:59
TRY 21,779Egyptair at 03:50Morning
06:00-11:59
TRY 31,480Ethiopian Airlines S C at 08:00Afternoon
12:00-17:59
TRY 21,344Egyptair at 14:00Evening
18:00-23:59
TRY 21,247Egyptair at 18:55
Departure & Arrival Airport Details
Istanbul (IST)
Ataturk
Turkey
GMT 3
Latitude: 41.275278
Longitude: 28.751944
Kigali (KGL)
Gregoire Kayibanda
Rwanda
GMT 2
Latitude: -1.96863
Longitude: 30.1395
Distance: Istanbul (IST), Turkey to Kigali (KGL), Rwanda - 4,810.55 km
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OptionFromJourney timeAvailability
Non-stop flight Fastest₹56,7517h 5m1 flight today
Connecting flight₹41,889Longer — includes a stop64 options
Air distance is about 4,811 km. 12 airlines operate this route.
Road distance and coach duration are approximate estimates from the air distance, not a timetable.
Airlines flying from Istanbul to Kigali
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QA
Qatar Airways Flights
from TRY 21,66316 flights
Fares from
TRY 21,663
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
16 — compare timings in the list above
EG
Egyptair Flights
from TRY 21,24714 flights
Fares from
TRY 21,247
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
14 — compare timings in the list above
KL
Klm Royal Dutch Flights
from TRY 35,08710 flights
Fares from
TRY 35,087
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
10 — compare timings in the list above
EM
Emirates Airlines Flights
from TRY 34,4335 flights
Fares from
TRY 34,433
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
5 — compare timings in the list above
SA
Saudia Flights
from TRY 43,1585 flights
Fares from
TRY 43,158
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
5 — compare timings in the list above
Route Overview & Flight Facts
Fastest flight duration
7h 5m · Turkish Airlines
First departure of the day
01:50 · Emirates Airlines
Last departure of the day
23:30 · Emirates Airlines
Options in this snapshot
65
Direct / non-stop options
1
Airport codes
Istanbul–IST, Kigali–KGL
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Flight Schedule, Timings & Airfare Insights
Daily Flight Schedule & Travel Duration
Around 65 flights appear in the dated route snapshot, including 1 non-stop option. Departures run through the day — the first flight leaves around 01:50 and the last around 23:30. The fastest flight takes about 7h 5m.
Morning vs Evening Departure Fares
Lowest fare by departure window: Evening from TRY 21,247, Afternoon from TRY 21,344, Night from TRY 21,779, Morning from TRY 31,480. These observations do not predict the cheapest departure window on other dates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it worth booking Istanbul to Kigali flights in advance?
There is no guaranteed cheapest booking window. Compare your planned dates early, check nearby dates and consider baggage, connection time and change conditions as well as price. Across the dates currently loaded for Istanbul to Kigali, Thursday shows the lowest fare at TRY 21,247. That is an observed snapshot for these dates, not a rule that holds every week.
How far is Istanbul from Kigali by air?
The direct air distance between Istanbul (IST) and Kigali (KGL) is about 4,811 km. Actual flight time varies with the routing the airline files and with winds on the day.
Are there non-stop flights from IST to KGL?
Yes. 1 non-stop flight is showing on Istanbul to Kigali for the dates currently loaded. Use the Stops filter to see only those.
Which airlines fly Istanbul to Kigali?
Qatar Airways, Egyptair, Klm Royal Dutch, Emirates Airlines and 1 other are showing on this route for the dates currently loaded. Fares, baggage allowance and refund rules differ by airline and by fare type, so compare the fare conditions and not only the headline price.
How long is the flight from Istanbul to Kigali?
The quickest non-stop Istanbul to Kigali flight currently loaded takes about 7h 5m. Journeys with a stop take longer, since the total includes the layover.
What is the baggage allowance on Istanbul to Kigali flights?
Allowance is set by the airline and the fare you pick, not by the route. Fares showing right now include 2 Pieces, 23KG (23 KG X 1 pcs) and 30 KG. Cabin baggage is counted separately, and the exact allowance for the fare you choose is shown in the fare conditions before payment.
What is the cheapest Istanbul to Kigali flight fare?
The lowest fare showing on Istanbul to Kigali for the dates currently loaded is TRY 21,247. Fares on the same dates run up to TRY 184,381, depending on airline, timing and fare type. Airline pricing moves continuously, so treat this as a dated observation rather than a fixed price.
What time do Istanbul to Kigali flights depart?
For the dates currently loaded the first departure is around 01:50 and the last is around 23:30, local time at Istanbul. Use the departure-time filter on the results above to narrow to a morning, afternoon or evening slot.
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Approx route distance: 4,810.55 km.
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Lowest Istanbul to Kigali airfare today, in 30 days and in 90 days
Cheapest Fare
Fare
Date
Airline
Departure
Lowest Airfare Today
TRY 21,247
08/10/2026
Egyptair
18:55
Cheapest Airfare Within 30 Days
TRY 20,822
17/10/2026
Egyptair
18:55
Cheapest Airfare Within 90 Days
TRY 20,185
16/12/2026
Egyptair
18:55
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Istanbul to Kigali Flight Distance, Duration and Time
The aerial distance between Istanbul and Kigali is approximately 4,811 KM. The flight duration ranges from 7H :05 M up to 45H :40 M depending on whether you book a non-stop flight or a connecting schedule with layovers.
Istanbul to Kigali Flight Schedule and Timing
Around 65 flights operate on this route, providing plenty of choices for your travel window. The earliest morning flight departs from Istanbul at 01:50, while the last night flight leaves at 23:30. Flights depart from Ataturk and land at Gregoire Kayibanda.
Flight Route Details & Analysis
Flight Details
Information
Route
Istanbul to Kigali
Aerial Distance
4,811 KM
Flight Duration
7H :05 M - 45H :40 M
Airport Codes
Istanbul - IST, Kigali - KGL
Total Flights Available
65 flights (1 direct)
First Flight Departure
Departs at 01:50
Last Flight Departure
Departs at 23:30
Early Morning Flights (12 AM - 8 AM)
13 direct/indirect flights
Morning Flights (8 AM - 12 PM)
2 direct/indirect flights
Afternoon Flights (12 PM - 4 PM)
19 direct/indirect flights
Evening Flights (4 PM - 8 PM)
20 direct/indirect flights
Night Flights (8 PM - 12 AM)
11 direct/indirect flights
Airport Information & Terminals
IST: Istanbul airport system. Istanbul can mean the main Istanbul Airport or Sabiha Gokcen. They sit on different sides of the city, so airport choice can change transfer time completely. Match the airport to Sultanahmet, Taksim, Kadikoy or your business area.
KGL: Kigali airport. Airport access in Kigali depends on arrival time, terminal, hotel location and local traffic. Confirm the airport name on the ticket, then choose between official taxi, app cab, airport bus, rail or hotel transfer based on luggage and time of day.
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