The move expands the airline's East African network, connecting Kigali with two of the region's most popular coastal destinations.
The flights will operate four times a weekâ€"on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundaysâ€"using a Boeing B737. The new service marks RwandAir's return to Mombasa, where it last flew in 2019, and introduces Zanzibar as a fresh addition to its route map. With this expansion, RwandAir now serves three destinations in Tanzania and two in Kenya.
'Returning to Mombasa and introducing Zanzibar is another step forward in our ambitious growth journey,' said Yvonne Makolo, CEO of RwandAir. 'By expanding our East African network, we are strengthening Kigali's position as a key hub, giving our customers more opportunities to explore the region, while also opening doors for trade, tourism and stronger ties across East Africa.'
The route is designed to offer both weekend getaways and extended vacations, giving travellers convenient access to pristine beaches, vibrant marine life, and world-class leisure experiences.
Flight WB 444 will depart Kigali at 9:50 AM, arriving in Zanzibar at 12:50 PM before continuing to Mombasa, arriving at 2:35 PM. The return journey, Flight WB 445, will leave Mombasa at 5:10 PM, with a brief stop in Zanzibar before arriving back in Kigali at 8:00 PM.
As the recent winner of Skytrax's Best African Regional Airline award, RwandAir affirms that its latest route underscores its commitment to strengthening regional connectivity and enhancing the travel experience for its customers.
RwandAir operates a fleet of 13 aircraft, serving over 144 destinations through direct flights and codeshare partnerships, connecting Africa to the world from its hub in Kigali.
Wycliffe Nyamasege
Source : https://en.igihe.com/news/article/rwandair-adds-zanzibar-mombasa-route-ahead-of-holidays
