AYK
Arkalyk
Kazakhstan
6,786 km
4,216 miles
KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
Distance
6,786 km
4,216 mi / 3,664 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Asia/Almaty
Heading
223°
southwest

Airport Comparison

AYK KGL
Airport Name Arkalyk North Airport Kigali International Airport
IATA Code AYK KGL
ICAO Code UAUR HRYR
City Arkalyk Kigali
Country Kazakhstan Rwanda
Timezone Asia/Almaty Africa/Kigali
Elevation 1,266 ft 4,859 ft
Coordinates 50.320000, 66.950000 -1.970000, 30.140000

Arkalyk (AYK) to Kigali (KGL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Arkalyk North Airport (AYK) in Arkalyk, Kazakhstan to Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda is 6,786 kilometers (4,216 miles / 3,664 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying southwest at a heading of 223°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Kazakhstan 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 15:10 in Arkalyk, it's 12:10 in Kigali. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,593 feet between the two airports. Kigali International Airport sits higher than Arkalyk North Airport.

The return flight from Kigali (KGL) to Arkalyk (AYK) follows a heading of 26° (north 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 Arkalyk North Airport (AYK) and Kigali International Airport (KGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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