Travelling from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Istanbul one hour ahead of Kigali.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your KGL to IST flight.
During popular months like January, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Kigali International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between KGL and IST include:
Entebbe International Airport
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Kigali International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight is ₹ 33,619. A round-trip fare is currently ₹ 47,723. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from KGL to IST if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from Kigali International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices throughout the month and land a great deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from KGL to IST by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Discover the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Kigali International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Kigali International Airport (KGL)
Of the flights that depart from Kigali International Airport, 71.6% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To get to Kigali International Airport from central Kigali, it'll take around 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 55 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near KGL. Whether you have an early flight from Kigali International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Kigali International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Grab an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car and discover Istanbul and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hit, Avec car rentals and Eren Rent a Car are top outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. The drive time takes about 50 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour 45 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
April is the busiest month for flights from Kigali International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Istanbul in February.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Kigali International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC and 11ºC. Search for cheap tickets from KGL to IST around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Ankara is just one of the many cities in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored after you've experienced Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, check out popular attractions including Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
Izmir is another standout destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No journey is complete without seeing Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.
