What is the RwandAir loyalty programme called?

RwandAir’s loyalty programme is called Dream Miles.

What baggage allowance does RwandAir offer?

Business Class passengers may check 3 pieces of baggage up to 32kg each, while Economy Class passengers may check 2 pieces up to 23kg each. Each passenger may also carry 1 hand luggage item up to 7kg.

How can I check in for RwandAir flights?

RwandAir online check-in is available between 24 hours and 3 hours before departure on selected routes.

What cabin classes does RwandAir offer?

RwandAir offers Economy Class and Business Class cabins.

What are popular RwandAir destinations?

Popular RwandAir destinations include Kigali, Johannesburg, Nairobi, Entebbe, Dubai, London, Lagos, Mumbai and Brussels.

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IATA code:

Hub airport:

Kigali International Airport

Alliance:

Loyalty program:

Dream Miles

Inflight magazine:

Inzozi

Frequently asked questions

About

Compared to its global counterparts, Rwanda’s national carrier is still a spring chicken, tracing its roots back to December 2002, when it was officially launched under the name RwandAir Express. A couple of years later a new trademark was registered, dubbing it the easy to remember, RwandAir.

RwandAir aims to connect Rwanda with the world and vice versa, all the while providing unsurpassed, safe and reliable services. Operating from Kigali, RwandAir prides itself in being one of the fastest growing airlines in Africa with one of the youngest fleets Their network currently covers a variety of cities throughout Africa, Europe, Asia, as well as the Middle East.

Book RwandAir flights to Kigali, Johannesburg, Lagos and other exciting places!

Popular flight routes with RwandAir are from Johannesburg to Dubai, and Johannesburg to Nairobi.

Baggage

Checked Baggage

Business Class: 3 pieces at 32kg each

Economy Class: 2 pieces at 23kg each

Hand Baggage

Each passenger is allowed one piece of hand luggage not weighing more than 7kg.

Check-in

Passengers are encouraged to use the RwandAir online check-in service and save time at the airport. Online check-in is made available between 24 hours to 3 hours before your flight departure time and is available for flights departing from Kigali, Kamembe, Burundi, Uganda, Accra, Lagos, Lusaka, Dubai, Dar es Salaam and Kilimanjaro.

All passengers, both adults and children, must be in possession of valid identification documents, their passports, as well as any visas required if travelling internationally. If you are unable to produce identification and any other documents required, you will not be allowed to board the flight.

On-board

Cabin classes available in RwandAir fleet are as follows:

Economy
Business

Destinations

RwandAir operates from its hub at Kigali International Airport, flying to a variety of major African cities including Johannesburg, Brazzaville and Lusaka. It also flies to Europe (London, Paris and Brussels) and the Middle East (Doha).

Top destinations for RwandAir:

Johannesburg, South Africa
Lagos, Nigeria
Nairobi, Kenya
Kigali, Rwanda
Libreville, Gabon
Bujumbura, Burundi
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
London, Heathrow
Brussels, Belgium
Dubai, UAE
Mumbai, India

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Why fly with RwandAir

Rewards

RwandAir offers a comprehensive Miles system. The more you travel with RwandAir, the more miles you earn. Get rewarded for travelling with RwandAir by joining today and earning 500 Bonus Miles.

Destinations

In a short space of time, RwandAir has increased their number of destinations and is now a visible presence in not only Africa, but Europe and Asia too.

Codeshare Partnership

RwandAir and Qatar Airways have signed a comprehensive codeshare agreement to offer travellers more choice, enhanced service, and greater connectivity to more than 65 destinations across Africa and the rest of the world.