Kigali to Rome (KGL–FCO) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
KGL–FCO is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Icelandair leads the route. The flight covers 3,225 miles in approximately 7h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 7 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FI Icelandair | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
KGL: CAT · FCO: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Kigali, it's 6:00 PM in Rome.
Leonardo Express to Roma Termini (32 min, €14) departs from inside the terminal every 30 minutes. Regional FL1 trains cost €8 and serve Trastevere, Ostiense, and Tiburtina; useful if your accommodation is near those stations.Official taxis (white, metered) from FCO to central Rome (within the Aurelian Walls) have a fixed €50 fare regardless of traffic. Agree on the fixed rate before departure. Ciampino (CIA) handles Ryanair and some charter flights; it is 40 minutes east of Rome by bus and a completely separate airport.
Mediterranean climate. Summers are hot and dry (28–36°C, June–August) with little rain and intense sunshine. Heat rarely disrupts flights but can make the terminal uncomfortable. Winters are mild (5–13°C) with rain primarily from November through February. Snow in Rome is rare, occurring once every few years, but when it falls the city and airport are largely unprepared. Even light accumulations cause significant disruption.
Spring and autumn are the most pleasant seasons (15–23°C). Sirocco winds from the Sahara occasionally bring warm dusty air and reduced visibility in spring. FCO has little fog risk and generally good flying weather compared to northern European hubs.
KGL–FCO Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from KGL to FCO
Kigali International Airport (KGL) and Rome–Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci International Airport (FCO) are connected by nonstop service from Icelandair.
KGL to FCO Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from KGL to FCO ranges from 7 hours 30 minutes. The route covers a distance of 3,225 miles (5,191 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
7 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 10 hours via CAI. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.