Gitega to Kigali flights
Kigali lies 165 km (102 mi) north of Gitega, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 58 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Gitega | Kigali | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Burundi | Rwanda |
| Population | 64,904 | 1.1 million |
| Elevation | 1,684 m (5,525 ft) | 1,542 m (5,059 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Bujumbura) | UTC+2 (Africa/Kigali) |
| Nearest large airport | BJM, 68 km out | KGL, 9 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Kigali
Crossing from Burundi into Rwanda: money changes from the Franc to the Franc (RWF); sockets are BS 1363, Euro, Type E; the dialling code becomes +250; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648878.
Airports at each end
Leaving Gitega
Gitega is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Bujumbura Melchior Ndadaye International Airport (BJM), 68 km (42 mi) from the centre, whose 11,811-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Gitega Airport (GID, 2 km).
Arriving in Kigali
Kigali is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Kigali International Airport (KGL), 9 km (6 mi) from the centre, whose 11,483-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Goma International Airport (GOM, 97 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kigali International Airport | KGL | 9 km (6 mi) | 11,483 ft | 4,859 ft |
| Goma International Airport | GOM | 97 km (60 mi) | 9,695 ft | 5,089 ft |
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Staying in Kigali
Our booking partner lists 1,041+ places to stay in Kigali (statistics below are from the first 1,000). Of the 471 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (280), and 11 are five-star. Across 72 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.4 out of 10. Guests have left 21,701 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Kigali from Gitega?
165 km (102 mi) in a straight line, north of Gitega.
How long does it take to get from Gitega to Kigali by air?
About 58 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Gitega and Kigali?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Gitega to Kigali flights?
Typically Bujumbura Melchior Ndadaye International Airport (BJM) to Kigali International Airport (KGL); Kigali also has GOM.
What currency do I need in Kigali?
The Franc (RWF).
Where can I stay in Kigali?
Our booking partner lists 1,041+ places to stay in Kigali, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.