Qatar Airways Launches Its First Flight to Kigali

Qatar Airways is set to make its first commercial flight to Kigali on March, 21, with its AirbusA320, providing more choices to air travelers.

One of Qatar airways aeroplanes .

The airbus has a capacity to carry 144 passengers, including 12 seats in business class and 132 in the economy class.

According to Richard Masozera, the Director General of Rwanda Civil Aviation Authority, the coming of Qatar Airways offers Rwandans more travel options.

Masozera said with its huge network, Rwandans will be connected to the Middle East and beyond, thus increasing the visibility of Kigali on the international scene.

“It’s a big boost to the aviation industry; Qatar is the most prestigious airways with very high operating standards. I’m happy that Rwanda is becoming an important destination to modern airlines,” Masozera said.

An official from Qatar airways said that the company has recruited a good number in sales, airport, administration and reservation departments and ready to commence operations in Kigali.

Recently, South African Airways resumed its operations in the country, and Turkish Airline is also projected to commence operations next month.

The Kigali to Doha route, via Entebbe in Uganda, is one of the latest routes by Qatar, which plies more than 100 destinations worldwide.