Traveling from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to Arusha Airport (ARK): what you need to know
Arusha's timezone is UTC+3, making Arusha one hour ahead of Kigali.
Give yourself enough time to catch your KGL to ARK flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Pick a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to look at all your options for tickets from Kigali International Airport to Arusha Airport. Kilimanjaro International Airport is a popular stopover on the KGL to ARK route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to Arusha Airport (ARK)
Right now, $379 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Kigali International Airport to Arusha Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $564. Remember that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from KGL to ARK if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when looking for your flight from Kigali International Airport to Arusha Airport.
Picking up cheap flights from KGL to ARK is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Kigali International Airport to Arusha Airport.
Handy information about Kigali International Airport (KGL)
When it comes to Kigali International Airport's on-time performance, 71.6% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Kigali International Airport is around 7 miles from central Kigali. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 55 minutes.
Get your vacation off to a hassle-free start by staying near KGL. Whether you've booked an early flight from Kigali International Airport to Arusha Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Arusha Airport (ARK)
If you're coming in on a late Kigali International Airport to Arusha Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these accommodation options near ARK:
Secure yourself an Arusha Airport rental car from leading providers like Auto-Union or Europcar. With your own set of wheels, you can go beyond Arusha and visit places that usually fly under the radar.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Arusha Airport about one week before your trip.
Getting from Arusha Airport (ARK) to central Arusha
Arusha Airport to the center of Arusha has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 9 miles away.
When to fly to Arusha Airport (ARK)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Kigali International Airport to Arusha Airport. April is the most popular month to visit Arusha. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
When reserving your flight from Kigali International Airport to Arusha Airport, think about the type of weather you like. February is the warmest month in Arusha, with the temperature ranging from 59ºF to 88ºF.
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from KGL to ARK in July. Average temperatures are between 52ºF and 75ºF then.
Explore more of Tanzania
Arusha has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Tanzania you'll want to see. Around 270 miles west of Arusha, a trip to Mwanza will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Bismarck Rock, Pasha Beach and Igoma Cemetery.
If there's time to check out another major destination in Tanzania, consider Zanzibar, roughly 260 miles south-east of Arusha. Zanzibar Stone Town Heritage Society (ZSTHS), Old Dispensary and Khalifa Tours and Safaris Zanzibar are key highlights.
