AKF
Kufra
Libya
3,000 km
1,864 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
3,000 km
1,864 mi / 1,620 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Tripoli
Heading
165°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

AKF KGL
Airport Name Kufra Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code AKF KGL
ICAO Code HLKF HRYR
City Kufra Kigali
Country Libya Rwanda
Timezone Africa/Tripoli Africa/Kigali
Elevation 1,367 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates 24.180000, 23.310000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Kufra (AKF) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kufra Airport (AKF) in Kufra, Libya to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 3,000 kilometers (1,864 miles / 1,620 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south southeast at a heading of 165°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Libya with Rwanda. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:43 in Kufra, it's 10:43 in Kigali.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,492 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Kufra Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Kufra (AKF) follows a heading of 346° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Kufra Airport (AKF) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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