2.2.1 Rwanda Kigali International Airport
Runways Helicopter Pad(s) Airport Infrastructure Details Passenger and Cargo Performance Indicators Airport Operating Details Storage Facilities Airfield Cost Navigation Charges Fuel Services Charges Cargo Terminal Charges Air-bridge Charges Security Companies Available
Kigali International Airport, formerly known as Gregoire Kayibanda International Airport, is the primary airport serving Kigali. It is the main air gateway for all destinations in the country and serves as a transit airport for Goma and Bukavu in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo and international destinations. In 2012, constructions to expand the international airport were initiated to accommodate increased passenger handling facilities. The interior of the terminal building can now handle a capacity of 1.5 million passengers per year. The airport is located in the suburb of Kanombe, at the eastern edge of Kigali, approximately 10 km from the city centre.
The Airport is home to RwandAir, the national carrier, whose number of routes served has increased in the recent years. RwandAir operates flights scheduled to and from Accra (Ghana), Addis Ababa (Ethiopia), Brazzaville (Republic of Congo), Brussels (Belgium), Bujumbura (Burundi), Douala (Cameroon), Istanbul (Turkey), Kilimanjaro and Dar es Salaam (Tanzania), Entebbe-(Uganda), Johannesburg (South Africa), Libreville (Gabon), Juba (South Sudan), Dubai (United Arab Emirates), Lusaka (Zambia), Lagos (Nigeria), and Nairobi and Mombasa (Kenya). Domestic flights currently operate between Kigali and Kamembe in Rusizi. RwandaAir has been fast expanding with a fleet of eight aircraft. Two new aircraft of Airbus A330 type aircraft are expected in the second half of 2016 to increase the fleet number to ten.
Other international airlines which also offer services to/from Kigali are Astral Aviation, Brussels Airlines, Ethiopian Airlines, Fly Dubai, Kenya Airways, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, Martinair, Qatar Airways, and Turkish Airlines.
Location Details
Country Rwanda Latitude -1.966389
Province / District Ville de Kigali Longitude 30.13306
Town or City (Closest) Kigali Elevation (ft and m) 4,891 ft / 1,491 m
Airfield Name Kigali IATA and ICAO Codes KGL / HRYR
Open From (hours) 24 hrs Open To (hours) 24 hrs
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The surface, strength and general condition of the parking area is good. There is sufficient lighting and the markings are clear. Expansion and runway rehabilitation work has been undertaken and the taxiing and parking areas can accommodate a wide range of aircraft types up to a maximum of five aircraft. Access to fuel and unloading is good.
Runway #1
Runway Dimensions 3,500 m X 60 m
Orientation 10/28
Surface All weather asphalt to ICAO standards.
Helicopter Pad(s)
Helipad #1
Present (Yes / No) Yes
Largest helicopter that can land Mi-26 (no limit)
Width and Length (metres) Helicopters using KGL are requested to park on the large remote stand.
Surface Asphalt
Airport Infrastructure Details
The Infrastructure changes that are ongoing include construction, upgrading, improvement and extension of Kigali International Airport and other facilities. All works are progressing well and promising to change the physical appearance and the capacity of the Airport hence improved aviation services leading to increased growth in Rwanda. The Construction and improvement of works to the existing terminal is being carried out in a fully functional passenger terminal environment by a Switzerland based International Company called ROKO CONSTRUCTION and supervision works are done by SNC-LAVALIN under Rwanda Civil Aviation Authority.
Customs Yes JET A-1 fuel Yes
Page 2 Immigration Yes AVGAS 100 Yes
Terminal Building Yes Single Point Refueling Yes
Passenger Terminal Yes Air Starter Units Yes
Cargo terminal Yes Ground Power (mobile) Yes
Pax transport to airfield Yes Ground Handling Services Yes
Control Tower Yes Latrine Servicing Yes
Weather Facilities Yes Fire Fighting Category (ICAO) Yes
Catering Services Yes De-icing Equipment No
Base Operating Room N/A Parking Ramp Lighting Yes
Airport Radar Yes Approach & Runway Lights Yes
NDB N/A VOR Yes
ILS Yes
Passenger and Cargo Performance Indicators
Performance for 2013 Annual Figures Monthly Daily
Total aircraft movements 19,200 1,600 57
Total passengers 600,000 50,000 1,666
Total capacity of the airport (metric tons) N/A N/A N/A
2010 activity of the airport (metric tons) 6,352 530 19
Current use by Humanitarian flights (UNHAS) N/A N/A N/A
Airport Operating Details
Operating Details
Maximum sized aircraft which can be offloaded on bulk cargo B777 or A330
Maximum sized aircraft that can be offloaded on pallet No limit
Total aircraft parking area (m²) 58,000 m²
Storage Area (mt) 1,800 mt Cubic Meters (m³) N/A
Cargo Handling Equipment Available (Yes / No) Yes If "Yes" specify below
Elevators / Hi Loaders (Yes / No) Yes Max Capacity (mt) N/A
Can elevators / hi loaders reach the upper level of a B747 (Yes / No) Yes
Loading Ramps (Yes / No) Yes
Storage Facilities
Upon arrival of goods at the airport, notice of arrival is given by MAGERWA (Magasin Generaux – “bonded warehouse”) office at the airport to the forwarding agent (F/A) who contacts the consignee. The air waybill is collected from airline and Rwanda air Cargo Office. The F/A completes the customs declaration form with the amount of tax stated with the attached air waybill and commercial invoice.
Additionally, other documents such as a Certificate of Origin are attached and presented to the customs officer who checks the tax calculations and completeness of the documents before payment. Handling charges and storage fees are paid to MAGERWA and the goods are then released. During emergency situations special arrangements can be made at government offices so that goods can be cleared within 3 days.
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Navigation Charges
For information on all fees, please see the links below:
Rwanda Civil Aviation Authority Website
Charges for Aerodrome and Air Navigation Services
Aeronautical Information Publication
Aircraft Weight - Navigation (per journey) Night Landing Night Take-Off Parking Handling Landing USD - $ (per MTOW (kg) USD - $ USD - $ USD - $ Charges 1000kg)
$20.00 $4.50 N/A N/A $6.00 N/A 0 3,500
$30.00 $4.50 N/A N/A $6.00 N/A 3,501 10,000
$35.00 $4.50 N/A N/A $6.00 N/A 10,001 20,000
$100.00 $4.50 N/A N/A $6.00 N/A 20,001 27,000
$100.00 $4.50 N/A N/A $9.00 N/A 27,001 50,000
$100.00 $4.90 N/A N/A $9.00 N/A 50,001 70,000
$100.00 $4.90 N/A N/A $13.00 N/A 70,001 95,000
$180.00 $4.90 N/A N/A $13.00 N/A 95,001 115,000
$180.00 $4.90 N/A N/A $21.00 N/A 115,001 150,000
$250.00 $4.90 N/A N/A $21.00 N/A 150,001 165,000
$250.00 $4.90 N/A N/A $31.00 N/A 165,001 270,000
$310.00 $4.90 N/A N/A $41.00 N/A 270,000 and over
Fuel Services Charges
Price per Unit
Jet A-1 1.5873 (US$)
Avgas N/A
Cargo Terminal Charges
For information on Rwanda Cargo Terminal Charges, please see the following link:
Rwanda Civil Aviation Authority Information on Charges
Import Rate US$ / kg
Handling Charge per kg Minimum $17.00/ $1.30
Break Bulk Fee $56.00
Diplomatic Mail $1.30
Strong Room - per consignment $1.30
Page 4 Cold Storage Fee $1.30
Delivery outside normal working hours N/A
Preparation of substitute AOA - Invoice - Receipt $1.30
Storage per kg per day - Grace period? hours $0.10 72 hours
Export Rate US$ / kg
Handling charges - Unpalletized cargo $20.00
International Air WayBill $20.00
Local Air WayBill $20.00
Air Way Bill Amendment - Cancellation $20.00
Air Way Bill Documentation $20.00
Diplomatic Mail $20.00
Storage charges per kg per day $20.00
Air-bridge Charges
There are no air bridges in Rwanda.
Security
Security is good both inside and around the terminal. Inside the terminal, the airport security personnel have radio communication and passenger and luggage screening equipment are well placed. The personnel and luggage screening equipment is positioned in two locations for double screening of passengers and hand held bags.
Outside the terminal, security personnel and police patrol within the periphery of the airport compound and are stationed at the entrance to the airport and vehicles are directed to park at a distance from the terminal. There is a public address system in use to announce flight situations and this system could be utilised for security related events.
Companies Available
For information on Rwanda Airports contact details, please see the following links:
Rwanda Civil Aviation Authority
4.5 Rwanda Airport Companies Contact List
Information on some aviation service providers can be found at: AZ Freight Information on Rwanda
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