Kigali International Airport Taxi vs Uber

Real prices, official pickup locations, scam warnings and the cheapest way from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to Kigali city centre.

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 pick

Driver 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.

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Currency
RWF
English-friendly
Medium
Tipping
Round up. Not expected.

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