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Private villas · Kigali

Oslo County to Kigali: boutique retreats

From Oslo County, fly Turkish Airlines via Istanbul (IST) to Kigali. 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

Oslo County and Kigali

Oslo County lies in Norway; Oslo, with about 1,083,000 inhabitants, is its largest city.

Getting to Kigali from Oslo County

Distances and flights are given from Oslo, the largest city of the county.

As the crow flies, Kigali is about 7,081 km from Oslo. Because of daylight saving time, Oslo is one hour behind Kigali in January and on the same time as Kigali in July.

Oslo County has its own international airport, Oslo-Gardermoen International Airport (OSL).

From Oslo, fly Turkish Airlines via Istanbul (IST) to Kigali.

Entry for citizens of Norway

Travelling from Oslo County, you follow the entry rule for citizens of Norway. 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. Before you fly, confirm the rule for your passport on the official immigration page; online applications go through Irembo.

Money and payment

Rates are in US dollars rather than the Norwegian krone (NOK); guests pay by USD transfer, in Rwandan francs, by MTN MoMo, by Airtel Money or in crypto. Once your dates are confirmed, the concierge sends the details; never pay to details found anywhere else.

Cash is also accepted on arrival at the villa, in US dollars or Rwandan francs, with a written receipt from the concierge.

Arrival

Send the flight number once it is booked, and the pickup follows it, day or night.

  • Oslo County lies in Norway.
  • Oslo is a city of Oslo County.
  • Oslo, the largest city of Oslo County, has about 1,083,000 inhabitants (GeoNames).
  • Oslo is about 7,081 km from Kigali as the crow flies.
  • Oslo is one hour behind Kigali in January and on the same time as Kigali in July.
  • From Oslo, fly Turkish Airlines via Istanbul (IST) to Kigali.
  • The international airport of Oslo County is Oslo-Gardermoen International Airport (OSL).
  • Citizens of Norway 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 Norway is the Norwegian krone (NOK).
Kigali skyline at golden hour
Kigali skyline at golden hour

The villas

Amahoro has a pool and a cinema room, Urugwiro an infinity pool and gardens, Irebero a spa room and a gym, Ikaze a large garden near the airport. A private chef, a driver and tours can be added through the concierge.

“All in all the staff was extremely accommodating to our needs and has daily house cleaning.”
Darnell · Ikaze · October 2026
“It felt like a perfect blend of elegance, comfort, and privacy.”
Vania O. · Urugwiro · September 2026

From first message to arrival

  1. Tell us your plans

    Your dates and your group, on a villa page or in one WhatsApp message.

  2. Nkeng confirms

    Availability and a quote for your dates, usually within a few hours.

  3. Confirm and travel

    Terms in writing. No deposit, and payment can be made on arrival.

Questions (FAQ)

Which airport should I use to fly from Oslo County to Kigali?

We do not list a direct flight. From Oslo, fly Turkish Airlines via Istanbul (IST) to Kigali.

Can I get a visa on arrival in Kigali with a passport from Norway?

You can get the visa on arrival at Kigali International Airport or at any land border, or online through Irembo.

Do we need to change money before leaving Norway?

There is no need to change money for the villa itself: it is quoted in US dollars and accepts USD, RWF, mobile money and crypto.

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.

Is there room for a bigger family?

Each villa sleeps up to eight, depending on the villa, and three of the four villas have a bedroom without stairs. Larger families take several villas.

Where the facts come from

geonames.org · flightsfrom.com · flightsfrom.com · migration.gov.rw · support.irembo.gov.rw

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