Flying from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK): what you need to know
New York is six hours behind Kigali and is in the UTC-4 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to make your KGL to JFK flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like January, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kigali International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between KGL and JFK:
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Kigali International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport flight is ₹ 59,569. A round-trip fare right now is ₹ 86,518. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually best to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from KGL to JFK. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Kigali International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from KGL to JFK by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Kigali International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport.
Handy information about Kigali International Airport (KGL)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Kigali International Airport, 71.6% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Kigali to Kigali International Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 55 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near KGL? If you're catching an early flight from Kigali International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Consider staying in a hotel close to JFK if you're on a late Kigali International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Travel at your own speed with a John F. Kennedy International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Budget, Dollar or Sixt and discover more of New York and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from John F. Kennedy International Airport around two weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York
The address for JFK is JFK Airport.
From John F. Kennedy International Airport, New York is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Kigali International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to New York. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in May.
Book your flight from Kigali International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport for July if you want to explore New York during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 18ºC and 30ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC and 8ºC. Search for cheap tickets from KGL to JFK around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
You've seen New York, now it's time to explore more of United States. Travel about 129 kilometres south-west to Philadelphia to tick off its top sights. From Liberty Bell to Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If there's time to check out another major stop in United States, consider Boston, about 306 kilometres north-east of New York. Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum are the start of reasons to visit.