Akureyri and Kigali
About 19,200 people live in Akureyri, in Northeastern Region, Iceland.
Private villas · Kigali
Luxury villas in Kigali for travellers from Akureyri
From Akureyri, most travellers connect through London Heathrow, Brussels or Paris CDG; your concierge plans the connection. Visa on arrival or online, USD 50 single entry.
4 private villassleeps 4-8from $200/nightairport pickup at any hour
No deposit, pay on arrival · Airport pickup at any hour · The concierge replies on WhatsApp
At a glance
Getting to Kigali from Akureyri
Kigali lies about 8,440 km from Akureyri, in a straight line. The clock in Akureyri is two hours behind Kigali's.
Flights leave Akureyri from Akureyri International Airport (AEY), its international airport.
From Akureyri, most travellers connect through London Heathrow (RwandAir), Brussels (Brussels Airlines) or Paris CDG (RwandAir); your concierge plans the connection.
Entry for citizens of Iceland
What counts is the passport: citizens of Iceland travelling from Akureyri follow the rule that applies to Iceland. Citizens of every country can get a visa on arrival at Kigali International Airport and at all land borders, or apply online before travelling. The visa fee does not exceed USD 50 for a single entry or USD 70 for multiple entries. This summary was checked on 9 October 2026; always confirm on the official immigration page before booking flights.
Money and payment
At home you pay in the Icelandic króna (ISK); in Kigali, the villa is quoted in US dollars and can be paid in USD, RWF, by mobile money or in common cryptocurrencies. The concierge confirms the total in writing and sends the payment details after your dates are set.
Cash is also accepted on arrival at the villa, in US dollars or Rwandan francs, with a written receipt from the concierge.
Arrival
Whatever time you land, a private pickup can be waiting; The Black Key Arrival includes it at Amahoro and Urugwiro for three nights or more.
- Akureyri is about 8,440 km from Kigali as the crow flies.
- Akureyri has about 19,200 inhabitants (GeoNames).
- Akureyri is in Northeastern Region, Iceland.
- Akureyri is two hours behind Kigali.
- From Akureyri, most travellers connect through London Heathrow (RwandAir), Brussels (Brussels Airlines) or Paris CDG (RwandAir); your concierge plans the connection.
- The international airport of Akureyri is Akureyri International Airport (AEY).
- Citizens of Iceland can get a visa on arrival or apply online.
- The visa fee is capped at USD 50 for a single entry and USD 70 for multiple entries.
- The currency of Iceland is the Icelandic króna (ISK).
The villas
Amahoro in Kibagabaga and Urugwiro in Kacyiru sleep eight each, Irebero in Rebero seven and Ikaze in Niboye, Kicukiro four. Each villa has a house manager on site and daily housekeeping.
“All in all the staff was extremely accommodating to our needs and has daily house cleaning.”
“It felt like a perfect blend of elegance, comfort, and privacy.”
From first message to arrival
Tell us your plans
Your dates and your group, on a villa page or in one WhatsApp message.
Nkeng confirms
Availability and a quote for your dates, usually within a few hours.
Confirm and travel
Terms in writing. No deposit, and payment can be made on arrival.
Questions (FAQ)
How do I fly from Akureyri to Kigali?
We do not list a direct flight. From Akureyri, most travellers connect through London Heathrow (RwandAir), Brussels (Brussels Airlines) or Paris CDG (RwandAir); your concierge plans the connection.
Can I get a visa on arrival in Kigali with a passport from Iceland?
You can get the visa on arrival at Kigali International Airport or at any land border, or online through Irembo.
Can we pay for the villa from Iceland?
Yes. Stays are quoted in US dollars and can be paid in USD, in Rwandan francs, by MTN MoMo or Airtel Money, or in crypto; the concierge sends the details once your dates are confirmed.
How far is the airport?
Amahoro, Urugwiro and Irebero are about 20 minutes away, Ikaze about 15 by car. Airport pickup can be arranged at any hour.
How large a group can you host?
Each villa sleeps up to eight, depending on the villa, and more guests fit across several villas booked together.
Villas and features for travellers from Akureyri
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Where the facts come from
Tell Nkeng your dates
One message is enough: your dates, your group and what matters most. We reply with availability and a quote, usually within a few hours.