Emirate of Dubai and Kigali
Emirate of Dubai lies in the United Arab Emirates, named like its largest city: Dubai, with about 3,790,000 inhabitants.
Private villas · Kigali
Travelling from the Emirate of Dubai: prestige villas in Kigali
From the Emirate of Dubai, fly Ethiopian Airlines via Addis Ababa (ADD) 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
Getting to Kigali from the Emirate of Dubai
The reference point is Dubai, the largest city of the emirate that shares its name.
Measured in a straight line, it is about 4,054 km from Dubai to Kigali. Dubai is two hours ahead of Kigali.
The international airports of the Emirate of Dubai are Dubai (DXB), Al Maktoum (DWC) and Sharjah International Airport (SHJ).
From Dubai, fly Ethiopian Airlines via Addis Ababa (ADD) to Kigali.
Entry for citizens of the United Arab Emirates
Travelling from the Emirate of Dubai, you follow the entry rule for citizens of the United Arab Emirates. 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. We link the official immigration page below; Irembo is where online applications are made.
Money and payment
Rates are in US dollars rather than the United Arab Emirates dirham (AED); guests pay by USD transfer, in Rwandan francs, by MTN MoMo, by Airtel Money or in crypto. 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
Your concierge books the pickup at Kigali International Airport for your flight, at any hour; it is included from three nights at Amahoro and Urugwiro.
- Emirate of Dubai lies in the United Arab Emirates.
- Dubai and Jebel Ali are cities of the Emirate of Dubai.
- Dubai, the largest city of the Emirate of Dubai, has about 3,790,000 inhabitants (GeoNames).
- Dubai is about 4,054 km from Kigali as the crow flies.
- Dubai is two hours ahead of Kigali.
- From Dubai, fly Ethiopian Airlines via Addis Ababa (ADD) to Kigali.
- The international airports of the Emirate of Dubai are Dubai (DXB), Al Maktoum (DWC) and Sharjah International Airport (SHJ).
- Citizens of the United Arab Emirates 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 the United Arab Emirates is the United Arab Emirates dirham (AED).
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. Every house is gated, private and looked after 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
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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)
Where do flights to Kigali leave from, for travellers in the Emirate of Dubai?
We do not list a direct flight. From Dubai, fly Ethiopian Airlines via Addis Ababa (ADD) to Kigali.
What are the entry rules for travellers from the United Arab Emirates?
A visa is required; it is available on arrival or online, for a fee of up to USD 50 for a single entry or USD 70 for multiple entries.
Can we pay for the villa from the United Arab Emirates?
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 long is the drive from Kigali International Airport?
By private car: Amahoro, Urugwiro and Irebero are about 20 minutes away, Ikaze about 15 by car. The concierge arranges the pickup 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.
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Where the facts come from
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