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Flights from Washington to Kigali
There are no direct flights from Washington to Kigali. The easiest way is one stop via Cairo or Doha, about 18h 42m door to door.
No direct flights · 3 connection options From 18h 42m
Washington to Kigali at a glance
Fastest journey18h 42mEstimated
Nonstop flightsNoneConnect via Cairo or Doha
Best ways to fly from Washington to Kigali
Ranked by how easy the connection is: one airline or alliance first (bags and connection protected), then the quickest self-transfer options.
Connections are computed from flights actually flown over the last 8 weeks, with at least 45 minutes to change on one airline and 2 hours on separate tickets. Times are local. The search shows live itineraries and exact times.
Good to know
- Distance
- 11,617 km7,214 miles
- Journey time
- 18h 42mestimate
- Time difference
- +7hKigali vs Washington
- Currency in Kigali
- USD
- Airports
- IAD, DCA → KGL
Flights from Washington to Kigali: questions answered
Are there direct flights from Washington to Kigali?
No. There is no nonstop service, so you will connect, most easily in Cairo, Doha and Paris. Some connections are on one airline or alliance, so your bags and connection are protected on a single ticket.
How long is the flight from Washington to Kigali?
With one connection the journey usually takes around 18h 42m, depending on the layover. The straight-line distance is 11,617 km.
Where do you change planes between Washington and Kigali?
The best connecting points are Cairo (CAI), Doha (DOH) and Paris (CDG). EgyptAir flies both legs via Cairo, so you can book it as one ticket.
Which airports serve Washington and Kigali?
Washington: Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). Kigali: Kigali International Airport (KGL).
What is the time difference between Washington and Kigali?
Kigali is 7 hours ahead of Washington.





