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airport information
Kigali
Amenities at airport
information
Distance to city center
9 kmCar connection
KN 5 RdWifi
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
Shopping
- Shops are available, including duty-free shops in the departures area.
Parking
- Parking available near the terminal, approximately 0.95€ ($1) per hour.
Dining
- Restaurants are available, including Bourbon Coffee and a sck bar in the departures area.
Taxis
- Available outside the terminal.
WC
- Available throughout the airport.
Hotel
- Hotels are available within walking distance, including the Grand Legacy Hotel.
Shower
- Showers are available in some lounges, but specific pricing details are not readily available.
Lounge
- Lounges available, including the Pearl Lounge.
Lost and Found Office
- Lost and Found services are located in the arrivals area.
Car Rental
- Car rental services are available from major providers like Avis and Europcar in the arrivals area.
Public transit options for Kigali
- Bus line 105, Kigali Intertiol Airport stop, 5 km
FAQ: Travel from Kigali
Everything you need to know about Kigali: From location, transport connections, and amenities to safety, schedules, and nearby attractions—your complete guide to navigating the airport with ease.

Car rental services are not available at Kigali station.
The city center is approximately 9.14 kilometers from the Kigali station.
Kigali does not have a train station, and the closest significant rail connections are located in neighboring countries, such as Tanzania.
For flights departing from Kigali International Airport, it is recommended to arrive at least three hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic flight to ensure a smooth check-in process.
The fastest way to reach the city center from Kigali station is typically by taxi, as they offer direct and convenient service.
Kigali is located at KN 5 Rd, Kigali, Rwanda.
Parking is available near the Kigali terminal, with a charge of approximately 0.95€ ($1) per hour.
Transportation options from Kigali International Airport to the city centre include Bus line 105, which departs from the Kigali International Airport stop and covers a distance of 5 km, and taxis, which are available outside the terminal.
Showers are available at some lounges in Kigali, though specific pricing details are not readily available.
Smoking is not allowed inside the Kigali International Airport, though designated smoking areas are available outside the terminal.
Kigali station, known as the Nyabugogo bus terminal, features one main terminal that serves as a hub for local and regional bus services.
Toilets are available throughout the Kigali station.
Free Wi-Fi is available throughout Kigali airport.
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