Official Taxi
RWF 15,000-20,000 ($12-16) fixed
15-25 min
Airport-approved taxis with fixed rates
Uber
RWF 8,000-15,000 ($6-12) — Yego Cab (local app)
Yego Cab (local) is the standard — Uber does not operate
Cheapest way
Yego Cab app (~$6-12) or Kigali Bus Services #KN201 (RWF 700 ~$0.60).
Where to catch an official taxi
Arrivals — fixed-rate rank outside
How to avoid taxi scams at Kigali International Airport
- Kigali is one of the safest African airport transfers — very few scam reports.
- Yego Cab app is 40% cheaper + preferred by locals.
- Moto-taxis are legal + very cheap but not recommended with luggage.
Skip the queue — pre-book a fixed-price transfer
No haggling, no scam risk, driver meets you inside arrivals with a name-board. Locks price before you fly.
Getting out of Kigali (KGL)
Skip the taxi rank and lock in your fare before you land.
Pre-book a fixed-price transfer
Our pickDriver waits at arrivals with your name, tracks your flight, and the price you see is the price you pay. English-speaking, fixed price. No surge, no haggling at 2am.
Check transfer pricesRenting a car instead? Compare rentals with free cancellation.Currency
RWF
English-friendly
Medium
Tipping
Round up. Not expected.
Mobile data for Rwanda
Get mobile data for Rwanda set up before you land.
Airport lounges at Kigali Airport
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