Ahead of the winter holidays, RwandAir, the Rwanda national carrier, said that it will launch flight operations to its new route Zanzibar and return to Mombasa route beginning December 1, 2025.
The new service, according to the airline will connect Kigali, Rwanda, with two of East Africa’s most sought-after coastal getaways, offering travelers access to stunning beaches, vibrant marine life and world-class leisure experiences.
Flights, the carrier explain will operate four times a week on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays using a Boeing B737.
This route, the airline further explained marks RwandAir’s return to Mombasa, where it last operated in 2019, while also adding Zanzibar as a brand-new destination.
With this expansion, RwandAir now serves three destinations in Tanzania and two in Kenya.
Speaking on the development, the Chief Executive Officer of RwandAir, Yvonne Makolo, said, “Returning to Mombasa and introducing Zanzibar is another step forward in our ambitious growth journey,”
“By expanding our East African network, we are strengthening Kigali’s position as a key hub, giving our customers more opportunities to explore the region, while also opening doors for trade,tourism and stronger ties across East Africa,” Makolo added.
As the recent winner of Skytrax’s Best African Regional Airline award, the launch highlights RwandAir’s ongoing commitment to strengthening regional connectivity and enhancing the customer travel experience.
Flight WB 444 will depart Kigali at 9:50 AM, arriving in Zanzibar at 12:50 PM. After a brief stop, the flight will continue onward to Mombasa, departing at 1:40 PM and
arriving at 2:35 PM.
For the return journey, Flight WB 445 will depart from Mombasa at 5:10 PM, arriving in Zanzibar at 6:05 PM.
The flight will then depart Zanzibar at 7:00
PM, with an estimated arrival in Kigali at 8:00 PM.
With its convenient timings, the new route provides seamless travel options for both weekend escapes and extended vacations, ensuring travelers can enjoy the very best of East Africa’s coastal charm.
RwandAir, the national carrier of Rwanda, operates a fleet of 13 aircraft and serves over 144 destinations through direct flights and codeshare partnerships.
It is known for its premium service and connecting Africa to the world from its hub in Kigali.
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