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Several factors impact the taxi fare in Kigali International Airport

Taxi fare (2026)

Base fee (day)
3RWF
Price per KM
1 RWF
Waiting time per hour
12RWF
Taxi rate calculation example

Let’s say you want to get from your hotel to Kigali International Airport city center and the ride is 5km. You’re traveling by day and you have 1 luggage. Your total price will be 8 RWF.

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Kigali International Airport Reported Prices

Kigali International Airport latest reported taxi prices
2 real fares reported by travellers · reviewed by our team
Date Time Price From To People LuggageDriver
2024-12-06 09:00 50 USD Kigali International Airport Everywhere in Rwanda (with YEGOCABS better machine) 2 0-
2024-12-06 09:00 40 USD Kigali International Airport Kigali Serena 2 0-
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Taxi transfers from Kigali International Airport (KGL)

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Using a taxi at Kigali International Airport (KGL)

  • Use the official taxi rank outside arrivals - not drivers who approach you inside the terminal.
  • Make sure the meter is running, or agree the fare before you set off.
  • Licensed airport taxis are safest; keep your booking confirmation if you pre-booked.
  • Have the address and rough distance ready so you can sense-check the price.
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Kigali International Airport (KGL) taxi fare - FAQ

What's the taxi fare from Kigali to Kigali city center?
Taxi fares from Kigali to Kigali city center can vary based on time of day, luggage, traffic, and the destination. Enter your route in Kigali taxi fare calculator to get an estimated price.
How much is a taxi transfer from Kigali International Airport (KGL)?
A 5km ride transfer from Kigali International Airport (KGL) costs about 8 RWF. Enter your route to get a more accurate price. In general the price is affected by several factors including the route length and the driver’s waiting time.
How do I order a taxi transfer from Kigali International Airport (KGL)?
You can stop a taxi on the street transfer from Kigali International Airport (KGL) or use a ride hailing app. We recommend using an app transfer from Kigali International Airport (KGL) as these services monitor the quality of the drivers and taxis on an ongoing basis.
What other ways are there to get around transfer from Kigali International Airport (KGL)?
if you can’t find a taxi Kigali International Airport (KGL) or the price is too high you can always take a bus, rent a scooter, a bicycle or a car. Walking is also a great option if it’s a short distance and the weather suits.
How do I calculate the taxi fare in Kigali International Airport (KGL)?
Simply enter your starting point and destination at gobytaxi.com. We’ll calculate the estimated price based on Kigali International Airport (KGL) taxi fares and your specific route. This will also work for destinations outside Kigali International Airport (KGL).
What’s the price of Taxi transfer from Kigali International Airport (KGL) per KM?
The starting price of a taxi transfer from Kigali International Airport (KGL) is 3,000.0 RWF. Each KM is then priced at 1,000.0 RWF. if you need the driver to wait for you this will cost 12,500.0 RWF per hour.

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