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Accra to Kigali

Updated: March 13, 2024 11:59 AM
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Accra to Kigali - Language, Currency, Distance, How to Reach, Expenses, Best time to go, What to Eat, Where to Go, FAQ

Language

Country Language
Ghana English (official), Twi, Fante, Ga, Ewe, Dagbani, Hausa
Rwanda Kinyarwanda (official), French (official), English (official)

Currency

Country Currency
Ghana Ghanaian cedi (GHS)
Rwanda Rwandan franc (RWF)

Distance

The distance between Accra and Kigali is approximately 3,000 kilometers (1,864 miles).

How to Reach

There are no direct flights from Accra to Kigali. However, you can fly with a layover in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, or Nairobi, Kenya.

The journey takes around 10-12 hours, including the layover.

Expenses

Category Estimated cost
Flights $500-$1,000
Accommodation $50-$150 per night
Food $10-$20 per day
Transportation $5-$10 per day
Activities $20-$50 per day

Best time to go

The best time to visit Kigali is during the dry season, which runs from June to September.

During this time, the weather is mild and sunny, and there is less chance of rain.

What to Eat

  • Ibihaza
  • Ubugali
  • Isombe
  • Akaramu
  • Samusa

Where to Go

  • Kigali Genocide Memorial
  • Nyamata Church
  • Mount Kigali
  • Kimironko Market
  • Inema Art Center

FAQ

  1. What is the visa requirement for Rwandan citizens travelling to Ghana?
  2. Rwandan citizens can obtain a visa on arrival in Ghana for a maximum stay of 90 days.

  3. What is the visa requirement for Ghanaian citizens travelling to Rwanda?
  4. Ghanaian citizens can obtain a visa on arrival in Rwanda for a maximum stay of 30 days.

  5. Are there any restrictions on what I can bring into Rwanda?
  6. Yes, there are restrictions on what you can bring into Rwanda. For more information, please visit the Rwanda Revenue Authority website.

  7. What is the currency exchange rate between the Ghanaian cedi and the Rwandan franc?
  8. The currency exchange rate between the Ghanaian cedi and the Rwandan franc varies. Please use a currency converter to get the most up-to-date rate.

  9. What is the time difference between Accra and Kigali?
  10. Kigali is 2 hours ahead of Accra.

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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