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$1,315+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Kigali (KGL)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — KGL
Mar 8 — Mar 151
Sat 3/8
Sat 3/15
1 adult, Economy
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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,315
(SmartFares)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,328
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Kigali
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Kigali. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 3, 2025.

This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/1611:38 amDSM - KGL
2 stops24h 17mLufthansa
Wed 4/238:00 pmKGL - DSM
3 stops32h 52mLufthansa
Deal found 3/1$1,315
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/1611:38 amDSM - KGL
2 stops24h 17mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/238:00 pmKGL - DSM
3 stops32h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/2$1,381
This flightsite.co.za deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure flightsite.co.za is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/1611:59 amDSM - KGL
2 stops48h 36mKLM
Wed 4/238:45 pmKGL - DSM
2 stops31h 00mKLM
Deal found 3/1$1,452
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/1311:16 amDSM - KGL
2 stops24h 39mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/168:10 pmKGL - DSM
3 stops28h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/2$1,538
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/111:58 pmDSM - KGL
2 stops33h 57mQatar Airways
Tue 6/174:00 pmKGL - DSM
2 stops27h 31mQatar Airways
Deal found 3/2$2,381

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Kigali that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 3, 2025.

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Des MoinesKigali

DSM - KGL

DSMKGL

Des Moines

Wed 4/16

11:38 am-6:55 pm

2 stops24h 17m

Kigali Intl

Wed 4/23

8:00 pm-9:52 pm

3 stops32h 52m

$1,315

Des MoinesKigali

DSM - KGL

DSMKGL

Des Moines

Wed 4/16

11:38 am-6:55 pm

2 stops24h 17m

Kigali Intl

Wed 4/23

8:00 pm-9:52 pm

3 stops32h 52m

$1,381

Des MoinesKigali

DSM - KGL

DSMKGL

Des Moines

Wed 4/16

11:59 am-7:35 pm

2 stops48h 36m

Kigali Intl

Wed 4/23

8:45 pm-8:45 pm

2 stops31h 00m

$1,452

Des MoinesKigali

DSM - KGL

DSMKGL

Des Moines

Fri 6/13

11:16 am-6:55 pm

2 stops24h 39m

Kigali Intl

Tue 6/17

8:10 pm-9:22 pm

3 stops32h 12m

$1,538

Des MoinesKigali

DSM - KGL

DSMKGL

Des Moines

Wed 6/11

1:58 pm-6:55 am

2 stops33h 57m

Kigali Intl

Tue 6/17

4:00 pm-12:31 pm

2 stops27h 31m

$2,381

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Deals found on 3/1

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Des Moines to Kigali in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Kigali flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Kigali flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Kigali flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Kigali flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Des Moines-Kigali flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Kigali

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kigali. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Kigali. Reviews last updated March 3, 2025.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,322 reviews

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,322 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,322 reviews

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.

Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,568 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,322 reviews

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,679 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,322 reviews

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.

Lufthansa
6.7
Okay
6,970 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,322 reviews

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Kigali round-trip?

    Flying on Lufthansa is currently your cheapest option to Kigali, with prices starting at $1,315. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by KLM and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $1,452 and $1,538, respectively. Users have found that Lufthansa is 18% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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