Rwanda · Founded 2002

RwandAir Business Class

RwandAir is Rwanda's flag carrier, flying business class to 25 destinations across Europe, the Middle East, Asia and Africa from its Kigali hub. Rwanda is the gateway to gorilla trekking, and the newer of its A330s carries a genuine fully flat Vantage XL seat.

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From: $2,400
Max savings: 56%
Rating: 4.1★^*
Fleet: 2 types

Last updated May 3, 2026

Quick answers

At a glance

What is RwandAir business class?

RwandAir Business Class — Fully flat (Vantage XL, 1-2-1) on A330-300 and one A330-200; older recliner on the second A330-200. Seat width 20.5 inches, length 76 inches.

How much can I save on RwandAir?

Consolidator fares from $2,400 — about 56% below published retail. You earn full Dream Miles miles.

Which lounges does RwandAir use?

RwandAir Lounge (KGL). Worldwide: Contract lounges at select airports.

The Airline

About RwandAir

A comprehensive look at RwandAir's premium cabins, service philosophy, route network, and what makes them worth flying.

Airline overview

Founded in 2002, RwandAir is headquartered in Rwanda and operates to 25+ destinations across 80+ countries. The fleet is built around Airbus A330-200 and Airbus A330-300 for long-haul operations, with additional narrowbody types on regional routes. RwandAir operates independently of major global alliances, with select bilateral partnerships for codesharing.

The business class experience

RwandAir Business Class features Fully flat (Vantage XL, 1-2-1) on A330-300 and one A330-200; older recliner on the second A330-200. Seat width is 20.5 inches and fully extended bed length is 76 inches — comfortable for passengers up to about 6'3" (190cm) to sleep fully flat. The seat layout on RwandAir's long-haul widebody aircraft typically offers direct aisle access for every business class passenger, so you never have to climb over a seatmate.

In-flight entertainment is delivered via Seatback touchscreen IFE. Dining on RwandAir: Rwandan and international cuisine, Rwandan coffee. Baggage allowance in business class: 2 × 32kg checked. All flights include amenity kits, premium bedding, and priority boarding/baggage handling.

Lounges and ground experience

At the home hub: RwandAir Lounge (KGL). At other airports worldwide: Contract lounges at select airports. Lounge access is included with your business class ticket — you show your boarding pass at the lounge entrance and receive food, drinks, WiFi, and dedicated workspaces until boarding time.

On the ground at departure, RwandAir business class passengers get dedicated check-in counters, fast-track security lanes where available, and priority boarding. At arrival, baggage is tagged with priority labels and comes out first — typically saving 15-30 minutes versus economy on heavily-loaded flights.

What travelers say

“Gateway to gorilla trekking. Product varies by aircraft — the A330-300 and newer A330-200 carry a genuinely flat Vantage XL seat, while the older ex-Avianca A330-200 is a recliner. Rwandan coffee on board is a highlight. Clean, professional service.”

— BookMyBusinessClass editorial review

Booking RwandAir with consolidator fares

Our consolidator contract with RwandAir gives us access to net fares significantly below published retail — typically 56% savings on business class bookings. These are standard RwandAir tickets with full frequent flyer mile earning in Dream Miles, complete lounge access, standard cancellation rules, and priority handling on both ends of the trip. The only difference is the price.

When you request a quote, we search all available RwandAir dates and routes for your trip, compare against other carriers that serve the same route, and send you the best option within 15 minutes. No membership required, any service fees disclosed upfront, and you book directly with RwandAir under your name — we're just the consolidator agency that unlocks wholesale pricing through our host consolidator network.

Cabin Details

Inside RwandAir business class

Every detail that matters — seat, service, lounge, luggage and miles.

Cabin name: RwandAir Business Class
Seat type: Fully flat (Vantage XL, 1-2-1) on A330-300 and one A330-200; older recliner on the second A330-200
Seat width: 20.5 inches
Seat length: 76 inches
In-flight entertainment: Seatback touchscreen IFE
Dining: Rwandan and international cuisine, Rwandan coffee
Baggage allowance: 2 × 32kg checked
Miles program: Dream Miles

Home lounge

RwandAir Lounge (KGL)

Lounges at other airports

Contract lounges at select airports

Hubs

Kigali International Airport (KGL), Kigali

Aircraft types

Airbus A330-200Airbus A330-300

“Gateway to gorilla trekking. Product varies by aircraft — the A330-300 and newer A330-200 carry a genuinely flat Vantage XL seat, while the older ex-Avianca A330-200 is a recliner. Rwandan coffee on board is a highlight. Clean, professional service.”
— BookMyBusinessClass editorial review

Top Routes

Popular RwandAir business class routes

The most-booked RwandAir premium routes through our consolidator contracts.

London → Kigali
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Brussels → Kigali
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$2,350
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Dubai → Kigali
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$1,800
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Kigali → Cape Town
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$1,200
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Fleet

RwandAir aircraft we book

RwandAir rwandair business class on each aircraft type — cabin product, seat configuration, and route examples.

See the full RwandAir fleet index for cabin-by-aircraft details.

Reference Data

RwandAir carrier reference

Field	Value
IATA airline code	WB
ICAO airline code	VNR
Canonical name	Wan Air (Wikidata)
Country	France
Founded	1987
Alliance	Independent / no alliance affiliation
Hub airports	Kigali International Airport (KGL), Kigali
Source for canonical fields	Wikidata (CC0) · Q3468759 cross-referenced with our editorial catalog

Canonical airline metadata cross-referenced with Wikidata (CC0). When fields disagree, our editorial catalog is the source of truth for cabin specs, fare data, and ratings; Wikidata is the source of truth for ICAO codes, founding year, and country attribution.

Facts independently verified 2026-08-05

Fleet, route, seat, and lounge facts on this page were checked against 2 independent sources:

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Common questions about booking RwandAir business class through our consolidator.

How much is RwandAir business class?

Consolidator fares start from $2,400 — about 56% below published retail. Exact pricing depends on route, travel dates and season.

What seat will I get on RwandAir?

RwandAir business class features Fully flat (Vantage XL, 1-2-1) on A330-300 and one A330-200; older recliner on the second A330-200. Seat width: 20.5 inches, fully extended length: 76 inches.

Which lounges can I use with RwandAir business class?

At the home hub: RwandAir Lounge (KGL). Worldwide: Contract lounges at select airports.

Will I earn miles on these fares?

Yes. We book you directly with RwandAir under your name. You earn full Dream Miles miles and tier credit — typically 100-125% for business class.

What dining and IFE does RwandAir offer in business class?

Dining: Rwandan and international cuisine, Rwandan coffee. In-flight entertainment: Seatback touchscreen IFE.

What's the baggage allowance?

2 × 32kg checked. This is the standard RwandAir business class allowance.

Fly RwandAir business class

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