One of the planes arrived earlier this month and has already begun operations, while the second touched down last night.
Each aircraft has a passenger capacity of 174 and will primarily serve short and medium-haul routes, enhancing connectivity within Africa and beyond.
"With a passenger capacity of 174, these aircraft will primarily operate on short and medium haul routes," the airline said.
The fleet expansion is part of RwandAir's broader growth strategy, which also includes the planned arrival of a fourth Airbus A330 later this year.
Speaking in June, Chief Commercial Officer Fouad Caunhye said the new aircraft would be delivered in phases, aiming to meet rising regional and international demand.
In addition to the two new aircraft, RwandAir operates a fleet of 13 planes, including two A330-200s, one A330-300, six Boeing 737 Next Generation jets, two Bombardier CRJ900s, and two De Havilland Dash 8-400s.
The airline's expansion comes on the heels of its recognition as Best Regional Airline in Africa at the 2025 Skytrax Awards in June.
In a separate announcement this week, the airline unveiled a special promotion offering travellers a 50% discount on tickets booked on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays through its official website or mobile app.
The offer is valid for travel until November 30, 2025, with bookings required by September 14, 2025. Destinations covered include Dubai, Johannesburg, Lagos, Paris, Kigali, and more.
'This weekend, your dream trip is half the price,' the airline said.
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