What is the cheapest way to get from Windhoek to Kigali?

The cheapest way to get from Windhoek to Kigali is to bus via Katima Mulilo which costs $200 - $280 and takes 3 days 13h.

What is the fastest way to get from Windhoek to Kigali?

The fastest way to get from Windhoek to Kigali is to fly which takes 10h 30m and costs $330 - $900.

How far is it from Windhoek to Kigali?

The distance between Windhoek and Kigali is 2716 km.

How do I travel from Windhoek to Kigali without a car?

The best way to get from Windhoek to Kigali without a car is to bus via Katima Mulilo which takes 3 days 13h and costs $200 - $280.

How long does it take to get from Windhoek to Kigali?

It takes approximately 10h 30m to get from Windhoek to Kigali, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Windhoek to Kigali bus from?

Windhoek to Kigali bus services, operated by InterCape, depart from Windhoek station.

Bus or fly from Windhoek to Kigali?

The best way to get from Windhoek to Kigali is to fly which takes 10h 30m and costs $330 - $900. Alternatively, you can bus via Katima Mulilo, which costs $200 - $280 and takes 3 days 13h.

Where does the Windhoek to Kigali bus arrive?

Windhoek to Kigali bus services, operated by InterCape, arrive at Katima Mulilo station.

Where can I stay near Kigali?

There are 858+ hotels available in Kigali.

Windhoek to Kigali - 3 ways to travel via plane, and bus

Q: Is there a direct bus between Windhoek and Kigali?

No, there is no direct bus from Windhoek to Kigali. However, there are services departing from Windhoek and arriving at Nyabugogo Bus Stn via Katima Mulilo, Intercity Bus Terminus, Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal, Namirembe Park and Trinity Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 13h.

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There are 3 ways to get from Windhoek to Kigali by plane or bus

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Windhoek International Airport (WDH) to Kigali International Airport (KGL)plane WDH - KGL
10h 30m
$334–867
Bus via Katima Mulilo
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Windhoek to Katima Mulilobus
2. Take the bus from Katima Mulilo to Lusakabus
3. Take the bus from Intercity Bus Terminus to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
4. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Kampalabus
5. Take the bus from Trinity Bus Terminal to Nyabugogo Bus Stnbus
3d 13h
$204–276
Bus
1. Take the bus from Soweto Market to RoadPortbus
2. Take the bus from RoadPort to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
3. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Kampalabus
4. Take the bus from Trinity Bus Terminal to Nyabugogo Bus Stnbus
4d 23h
$245–355

Windhoek International Airport (WDH) to Kigali International Airport (KGL) flights

32Weekly Planes

10h 26mAverage Duration

$323Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,715.8 km
Duration: 10h 30m

What companies run services between Windhoek, Namibia and Kigali, Rwanda?

Airlink, Rwandair Express, and two other airlines fly from Windhoek International Airport (WDH) to Kigali International Airport (KGL) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Windhoek to Nyabugogo Bus Stn via Katima Mulilo, Intercity Bus Terminus, Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal, Kampala, Namirembe Park, and Trinity Bus Terminal in around 3d 13h.

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