Is a 45 min layover in Kigali long enough?
A 45 minutes layover at KGL (Kigali) is tight — it may or may not be enough.
Is 45 minutes enough for a layover at Kigali International (KGL)?
Meets the domestic-international minimum but is tight for a full international-international transfer.
What is the minimum connection time at KGL?
Minimum connection times at Kigali International: Domestic-to-Domestic is 30 minutes, International-to-International is 60 minutes. These are the shortest layovers airlines will sell.
Can I make a 45 minutes connection at KGL on an international flight?
45 minutes is below the 60-minute international MCT at Kigali International. You may need to rush and could miss your connection. All gates are located within a single small terminal building, reached on foot from a central departure lounge. There is no airside train or shuttle since the terminal is compact enough to walk end-to-end in a few minutes. Security re-screening is generally not required for connecting passengers who stay airside, though transfer desks may direct some passengers through a secondary check depending on origin.
How much time do I need for a layover at KGL?
We recommend at least 1 hour for a comfortable connection at Kigali International. This gives you enough buffer for security (typically 15 minutes) and transit between terminals (up to 10 minutes).
What happens if I miss my connection at KGL?
If you miss a connection, proceed directly to the RwandAir transfer desk in the terminal, as they handle rebooking for their own network and partner airlines on the spot given the airport's small size and limited flight frequency.