AUH
Abu Dhabi
United Arab Emirates
3,952 km
2,456 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
3,952 km
2,456 mi / 2,134 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Asia/Dubai
Heading
226°
southwest

Airport Comparison

AUH KGL
Airport Name Abu Dhabi International Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code AUH KGL
ICAO Code OMAA HRYR
City Abu Dhabi Kigali
Country United Arab Emirates Rwanda
Timezone Asia/Dubai Africa/Kigali
Elevation 88 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates 24.430000, 54.650000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Abu Dhabi (AUH) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 3,952 kilometers (2,456 miles / 2,134 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying southwest at a heading of 226°.

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 United Arab Emirates with Rwanda. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 11:08 in Abu Dhabi, it's 09:08 in Kigali.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,771 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Abu Dhabi International Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Abu Dhabi (AUH) follows a heading of 41° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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