Imo State and Kigali
Owerri, with about 545,000 inhabitants, is the largest city of Imo State in Nigeria; the state's cities include Owerri and Okigwe.
Private villas · Kigali
Travelling from Imo State: elegant serviced villas in Kigali
From Imo State, the nearest non-stop flight to Kigali leaves from Lagos (LOS) with RwandAir. Visa fee waived, 30 days.
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 Imo State
Owerri, the largest city of Imo State, is the starting point for the distances and flights below.
The straight-line distance between Owerri and Kigali is about 2,688 km. Owerri is one hour behind Kigali.
The international airport of Imo State is Sam Mbakwe International Cargo Airport (QOW).
The closest airport to Owerri with a direct flight to Kigali is Lagos (LOS, about 428 km away). Lagos (LOS) to Kigali: RwandAir, non-stop.
Entry for citizens of Nigeria
From Imo State or any other city, the entry rule is set by your passport. As citizens of a member state of the African Union, the Commonwealth or La Francophonie, you receive a visa on arrival and the visa fee is waived for a visit of up to 30 days. Nigeria is a member of the African Union and the Commonwealth. The official source is Rwanda's Directorate General of Immigration and Emigration; apply online on Irembo if you need a visa before travelling.
Money and payment
Your home currency is the Nigerian naira (NGN); the stay is quoted in US dollars, and USD, RWF, MTN MoMo, Airtel Money and crypto are all accepted. Details are shared by the concierge alone, in writing, once the dates are confirmed.
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.
- Imo State lies in Nigeria.
- Owerri and Okigwe are cities of Imo State.
- Owerri, the largest city of Imo State, has about 545,000 inhabitants (GeoNames).
- Owerri is about 2,688 km from Kigali as the crow flies.
- Owerri is one hour behind Kigali.
- The nearest airport to Owerri with a direct flight to Kigali is LOS (428 km away).
- The international airport of Imo State is Sam Mbakwe International Cargo Airport (QOW).
- Citizens of Nigeria get a visa on arrival with the fee waived, for up to 30 days.
- The currency of Nigeria is the Nigerian naira (NGN).
The villas
Choose between four houses: two for eight guests, Amahoro and Urugwiro, one for seven, Irebero, and one for four, Ikaze. Several villas can be booked together for a larger group. Looking for a short let in Kigali? Each of our villas is that, and more: private, gated and serviced daily.
“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.
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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)
What is the easiest way to reach Kigali from Imo State?
From Owerri, the largest city of Imo State, the nearest airport with a direct flight to Kigali is Lagos (LOS, about 428 km away). RwandAir flies non-stop from Lagos.
Can I get a visa on arrival in Kigali with a passport from Nigeria?
Yes, on arrival, and the visa fee is waived for visits of up to 30 days.
Which payment methods work from Nigeria?
USD, RWF, MTN MoMo, Airtel Money and common cryptocurrencies all work; details come from the concierge after your dates are confirmed.
Can someone meet us at the airport?
Yes, at any hour. Amahoro, Urugwiro and Irebero are about 20 minutes away, Ikaze about 15 by car.
How many guests can stay?
Each villa sleeps up to eight, depending on the villa. For a larger group, several villas can be booked together, and the concierge arranges it.
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Where the facts come from
geonames.org · flightsfrom.com · migration.gov.rw · support.irembo.gov.rw
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