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Flight deals from Detroit Wayne County to Kigali

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Detroit Wayne County Airport to Kigali Airport? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from $1,133. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Kigali.$1,133 per passenger.Departing Sat, Sep 12, returning Fri, Sep 18.Round-trip flight with Brussels Airlines and Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departing from Detroit Wayne County on Sat, Sep 12, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departing from Kigali on Fri, Sep 18, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,133, select.

Kigali.$1,168 per passenger.Departing Tue, Oct 13, returning Wed, Oct 21.Round-trip flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departing from Detroit Wayne County on Tue, Oct 13, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departing from Kigali on Wed, Oct 21, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,168, select.

Kigali.$1,216 per passenger.Departing Sat, Jan 9, returning Sun, Jan 31.Round-trip flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departing from Detroit Wayne County on Sat, Jan 9, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departing from Kigali on Sun, Jan 31, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,216, select.

Kigali.$1,473 per passenger.Departing Wed, Oct 14, returning Tue, Jan 5.Round-trip flight with Brussels Airlines and Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departing from Detroit Wayne County on Wed, Oct 14, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departing from Kigali on Tue, Jan 5, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,473, select.

Kigali.$2,097 per passenger.Departing Thu, Dec 10, returning Sat, Jan 2.Round-trip flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departing from Detroit Wayne County on Thu, Dec 10, arriving in Kigali.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departing from Kigali on Sat, Jan 2, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,097, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Detroit Wayne County to Kigali flights are currently cheapest in September.

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Detroit Wayne County to Kigali: Alternative routes

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Cheapest flight found	$1,133
Cheapest month to fly	September

Finding cheap flights from Detroit Wayne County to Kigali: Frequently asked questions

How much are round-trip flights from Detroit Wayne County to Kigali?

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Detroit Wayne County to Kigali is $1,133. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Which airlines fly direct from Detroit Wayne County to Kigali?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Detroit Wayne County to Kigali. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,133.

How many flights are there a week from Detroit Wayne County to Kigali?

There are no flights flying from Detroit Wayne County to Kigali, as of August 2026.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Detroit Wayne County to Kigali?

The cheapest month to fly from Detroit Wayne County to Kigali is usually September.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Detroit Wayne County Airport to Kigali Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Detroit Wayne County Airport to Kigali Airport on Saturday, September 12, 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Detroit Wayne County Airport to Kigali Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Detroit Wayne County Airport and Kigali Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I find the best flight deal to Kigali?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Kigali but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Kigali?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Kigali is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly with from Detroit Wayne County Airport to Kigali?

Currently, Brussels Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Kigali.

Traveling from Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Kigali Airport (KGL): what you need to know

Kigali's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Kigali seven hours ahead of Detroit.
Give yourself enough time to make your DTW to KGL flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Pick a stopover if you'd like to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see the options for tickets from Detroit Wayne County Airport to Kigali Airport. Istanbul Airport is a top stopover on the DTW to KGL route.

How to find the cheapest flights from Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Kigali Airport (KGL)

$785 is the best price for a one-way Detroit Wayne County Airport to Kigali Airport flight. Return flights start at $1,133. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from DTW to KGL if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Detroit Wayne County Airport to Kigali Airport throughout the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
Landing cheap flights from DTW to KGL is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new discounted fare appears.
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Handy information about Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW)

DTW's address is 1 Detroit Metro Airport.
When it comes to Detroit Wayne County Airport's on-time performance, 74% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Detroit to Detroit Wayne County Airport is around 32 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Taking an early flight from Detroit Wayne County Airport to Kigali Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near DTW:

Arriving at Kigali Airport (KGL)

Consider booking a hotel near KGL if you have a late Detroit Wayne County Airport to Kigali Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Kigali Airport rental car and take your itinerary to places outside the usual attractions. Europcar and Green Motion can hook you up with a set of wheels for your travels through Kigali and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Kigali Airport around one week in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.

Getting from Kigali Airport (KGL) to central Kigali

Kigali Airport is approximately 11 kilometers from central Kigali. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
Getting there on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.

When to fly to Kigali Airport (KGL)

August is the most popular month for flights from Detroit Wayne County Airport to Kigali Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Kigali in March.
The warmest month in Kigali is August, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Detroit Wayne County Airport to Kigali Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from DTW to KGL in December if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) on average.

Explore more of Rwanda

While Kigali is an excellent introduction to Rwanda, there's more adventure waiting for you in Butare. Located about 80 kilometers to the south-west, this popular city has no shortage of things to keep you busy, like Ngoma Genocide Memorial and Cyarwa 1994 Genocide Against Tutsi Memorial.